Department: IT
The workshop in brief: Other information about the Event:
The ITETI National Workshop on Game Development, held on May 26th, 2024, at TIU, featured expert presenters from Tornet Company who guided 43 students through theoretical and practical aspects of game development. The workshop aimed to enhance knowledge, provide hands-on experience with Unreal Engine and Unity, and connect students with industry professionals. It also focused on boosting career prospects and fostering industry collaboration, successfully equipping participants with valuable skills and insights in game development.
Participants: 43 Most of them students from IT department, computer engineering and computer education. In addition to few staff from IT department and computer education.
Place: Tishk International University_ Seminar Hall no. 302
Two sessions, first focus on theory and second on technical aspects of these topics:
First Session: Theoretical Concepts of Game Development
• Overview of game development principles
• Introduction to various game engines and their capabilities
• Discussion of game design methodologies and best practices
Second Session: Practical Session on Building a Simple 3D Game using Unreal Engine
• Step-by-step demonstration of creating a basic 3D game
• Hands-on practice with Unreal Engine
• Practical implementation of theoretical concepts discussed in the first session
• Yousf Jawhar
• Affiliation: Tornet Company
• Specialization: Game Development with Unreal Engine
• Mohammed Amin
• Affiliation: Tornet Company
• Specialization: Game Development with Unity
• Daniel Othman
• Affiliation: Tornet Company
• Specialization: Game Design with Blender
• Enhanced Knowledge:
o Participants gained a comprehensive understanding of game development principles and methodologies.
• Practical Skills:
o Attendees acquired hands-on experience with game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity) and design software (Blender).
• Networking:
o The workshop facilitated connections between students and game development professionals, opening opportunities for mentorship and collaboration.
• Career Opportunities:
o Students learned about pathways to pursue internships and join game development groups in the Kurdistan region, enhancing their career prospects.
• Industry Insights:
o Tornet staff showcased their developed games, providing participants with real-world examples and inspiration for their own projects.
