PCAE Catalog
Explore our Summer 2023 catalog of tuition-free art and design classes that you can take as part of the Pre-College Art Experience (PCAE) at Academy of Art University. Browse the different art and design classes we have available and select the courses that you would like to attend for our next term from June 19, 2023—August 5, 2023 (for Summer term you can take up to 2 classes).
Your application form must be filled out completely before making your class selection
Available Courses
AE GAP10
Introduction to Game Programming
More InfoStudents learn the basic concepts of programming by creating an iterative project that incorporates logic, functions, loops, and different types of data.
AE GAM30
Sketching for Game Art
More InfoThis course is designed to equip students with some of the foundational sketching tools needed to begin learning concept art for games. Students will learn everything from basic anatomy to some of the...
AE GAM32
Sketching for Game Art 2
More InfoThis course builds upon what was learned in Sketching for Game Art and teaches students the fundamentals of designing fun and unique characters in a variety of styles.
Prerequisite: to take this c...
AE GAM25
Video Gaming: 3D Modeling
More InfoThis course is designed for students who are interested in learning more about how 3D models for games are made. Students will receive an introduction to modeling and scripting. Models will be created...
AE GAM24
Video Gaming: Game Design
More InfoIn this course, students will learn how 3D games are made. Students will learn how to create a pitch for a game and sculpt terrain in a game engine. A playable level will also be created.