Software Developer/Game Design
Software Developer/Game Design
At a Glance
Degree Plans
Associate of Applied Science Certificate
Earning Potential
A career building the games and software people love starts here. LSCPA's Software Developer/Game Design program prepares you to design, code, and bring digital experiences to life — building programming skills, understanding game development tools, and learning the design principles that drive this fast-moving field. You'll graduate ready to make a real impact, with a clear path to creative, in-demand work across Southeast Texas's growing technology and software development fields.
Top Careers in Software Development and Game Design
Build the skills that open doors in technology — from writing clean code and designing interactive games to developing software applications and bringing creative digital ideas to life. LSCPA's Software Developer/Game Design program covers programming fundamentals, game development tools, and the design principles that software companies, studios, and tech-driven employers across Southeast Texas depend on every day. The curriculum blends classroom instruction with hands-on projects, so you graduate ready to contribute from day one.
Salaries for software and game development professionals across Texas are strong: software developers earn an average of $132,150 statewide, computer programmers earn $99,330, and web developers earn $85,800. Entry-level roles offer a solid foundation, while developers with experience, specialized skills, and proven project work command significantly higher pay. Actual earnings vary by employer, role, and level of responsibility — but the trajectory is clear. Build your programming and design skills at LSCPA and position yourself for steady advancement in one of the region's fastest-growing and most in-demand career fields.
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Sarita V. Medhekar
Program Coordinator
Phone: (409) 984-6390
Email: medhekarsv@lamarpa.edu
Kenneth W. Ballou
Instructor
Umphrey Industrial Technology Center, Office 201E
Phone: (409) 984-6367
Email: balloukw@lamarpa.edu
Adriane Champagne
Instructor
Student Success Center, Office 130
Phone: 409-984-6416
Email: champagneam@lamarpa.edu
Program Information
| course | title | sch |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | ||
| GAME 1303 | Introduction to Game Design & Development | 3 |
| GAME 1336 | Introduction to 3D Game Modeling | 3 |
| IMED 1416 | Web Design I | 4 |
| POFT 1127 | Introduction to Keyboarding | 1 |
| POFT 1313 | Professional Workforce Preparation | 3 |
| Second Semester | ||
| ITSC 1401 | Introduction to Computers | 4 |
| ITSE 1333 | Mobile Applications Development | 3 |
| ITSE 1346 | Database Theory and Design | 3 |
| ITSE 1359 | Introduction to Scipting Languages | 3 |
| ITSE 2321 | Object-Oriented Programming | 3 |
| Total | 30 | |
| Course | Title | SCH |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | ||
| GAME 1303 | Introduction to Game Design & Development | 3 |
| GAME 1336 | Introduction to 3D Game Modeling | 3 |
| IMED 1416 | Web Design I | 4 |
| POFT 1127 | Introduction to Keyboarding | 1 |
| POFT 1313 | Professional Workforce Preparation | 3 |
| Second Semester | ||
| ITSC 1401 | Introduction to Computers | 4 |
| ITSE 1333 | Mobile Applications Development | 3 |
| ITSE 1346 | Database Theory and Design | 3 |
| ITSE 1359 | Introduction to Scipting Languages | 3 |
| ITSE 2321 | Object-Oriented Programming | 3 |
| Third Semester | ||
| INTW 1325 | Fundamentals of Networking Technologies | 3 |
| ITSC 1305 | Introduction to PC Operating Systems | 3 |
| ENGL 2311 | Technical & Business Writing | 3 |
| MATH 1332 | Contemporary Mathematics | 3 |
| ITSE 2357 | Advanced Object-Oriented Programming | 3 |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| ITSY 1300 | Fundamentals of Information Security | 3 |
| ITSE 2359 / ITSE 2386 | Advanced Computer Programming / Internship-Computer Programming / Programmer General |
3 |
| SPCH 1321 | Business and Professional Communication | 3 |
| X3XX | Approved Humanitites/ Fine Arts | 3 |
| X3XX | Approved Social / Behavioral Science | 3 |
| Total | 60 | |
Completing LSCPA's Software Developer/Game Design program can open the door to a lasting career in technology, software development, and interactive game design. Students who finish the program have several clear options for what comes next:
- Enter the workforce with job-ready skills. Graduates step into roles like Junior Software Developer, Game Designer, QA Tester, or Web Developer — positions that software studios, tech firms, and employers across Southeast Texas actively recruit for.
- Build on your education at your own pace. LSCPA offers certificate and Associate of Applied Science pathways in Software Developer/Game Design, and many completed courses may apply toward related credentials or degrees depending on your goals and chosen institution.
- Transfer to a four-year university. Earning an Associate of Applied Science opens the door to Bachelor's programs in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Design, Information Technology, and similar fields at universities across Texas.
- Advance into leadership over time. Experience, professional certifications, and continued education can move you into higher-level positions — Senior Software Developer, Lead Game Designer, Development Team Lead, or Software Engineering Manager — roles that offer both long-term stability and strong earning potential.
Each pathway builds on the last — letting you earn a credential, enter the workforce, and continue advancing your education and career in software development and game design when the time is right.
What is the Software Developer/Game Design program at LSCPA?
The program covers core competencies in programming fundamentals, game development tools, software design principles, and the coding practices that guide modern application development — giving you a well-rounded foundation in the skills that technology and software settings depend on every day. Coursework combines hands-on projects with classroom instruction, so by the time you graduate, you're prepared to step confidently into the roles Southeast Texas software studios and tech employers need to fill.
What certifications or credentials can I earn through the Software Developer/Game Design program?
Graduates may pursue industry-recognized credentials in programming languages, software development, or game design tools, depending on their career focus. These credentials signal to employers that you've mastered the skills behind the job title — from writing clean code and building applications to designing interactive games and managing development projects — and they can meaningfully increase your earning potential in Southeast Texas's growing technology and software development job market.
What kind of jobs can I get with this training?
Software studios, tech firms, IT departments, and businesses throughout Southeast Texas regularly hire LSCPA graduates for roles such as Junior Software Developer, Game Designer, QA Tester, and Web Developer — positions that form the backbone of any modern software development and interactive design operation.
Is this program flexible for working adults?
LSCPA offers online and hybrid class formats so you can fit your Software Developer/Game Design education around work and family, not the other way around. Talk to an advisor about building a schedule that works for your life.
How long does it take to complete the Software Developer/Game Design program?
The Software Developer/Game Design program is available as a two-year Associate of Applied Science degree or a shorter certificate for those ready to enter the workforce sooner. An LSCPA advisor can help you map out a plan that fits your timeline, your goals, and your life outside of school.
What is the salary potential for a Software Developer or Game Designer?
Salaries in this field vary by role, experience, and employer — but the numbers tell a promising story. Across Texas, software developers earn an average of $97,835 - $127,000, computer programmers earn $71,286 - $99,177, and web developers earn $64,144 - $93,184, according to the Texas Workforce Commission. Entry-level positions typically start lower, and those who build specialized skills or move into senior development, lead design, and engineering management roles can earn well above those ranges. The field rewards experience and initiative — both of which you'll have more of with an LSCPA credential behind you.
The LSCPA Advantage
LSCPA is where Southeast Texas students build careers that last. Small class sizes mean you get real attention from experienced faculty — not a seat in a lecture hall. Our Software Developer/Game Design program is designed around the skills local technology and software employers actually need, with coursework grounded in real programming, game development, and software design work rather than theory alone. Affordable tuition, flexible scheduling, and strong ties to area tech firms and software studios make LSCPA the practical choice for anyone ready to step into a stable, in-demand role building the games and software people use every day.
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At a Glance
Degree Plans
Associate of Applied Science Certificate