Keke: StarCraft class comes to UC Berkley
A new class at UC Berkley will teach students to play StarCraft. No joke here–that’s the only real goal for teaching it.
This is a DeCal class taught on a pass/fail basis, so it’s not as off the wall as it sounds. Previous DeCal classes have included The Ethics of Star Trek, James Bond: Politics, Pop Culture, Hero, Advanced Scrabble: Strategy, Competition, and Fun and more.
Here’s the course description:
UC Berkeley students with an interest in real-time strategy games and the competitive gaming landscape are encouraged to participate in this class.
This course will go in-depth in the theory of how war is conducted within the confines of the game Starcraft. There will be lecture on various aspects of the game, from the viewpoint of pure theory to the more computational aspects of how exactly battles are conducted. Calculus and Differential Equations are highly recommended for full understanding of the course. Furthermore, the class will take the theoretical into the practical world by analyzing games and replays to reinforce decision-making skills and advanced Starcraft theory.
Class will start with lecture and usually include a special discussion topic having to do with the day’s lecture to inspire new and original thought. At the end of lecture, there may be time to analyze student-submitted replays to illustrate a point or to improve analysis. Homework will be assigned at the end of each class and is due at the beginning of each lecture.
Course Learning Objectives and Goals:
What may look like complex topics are just ways we want you to think more deeply about the game to derive a greater satisfaction from playing. Furthermore, this understanding should have applications in real life, to further synthesize new information from limited inferences. The primary goal is for students to learn, enjoy the art of competitive StarCraft, and have fun. Overall, students will be applying critical thinking, quick decision-making, and game theory skills throughout the sessions. Students will also learn what to look for in a replay or game to learn most effectively.
Will this class make you gosu? Probably not, but you may as well get your kicks in while you can in college. I’m in your classroom, killing your d00dz, and all that mess.
Alex Yue writes:
That actually sounds kind of hard. All right, maybe StarCraft class isn’t a GPA booster. Either way, I’m super jealous that kids in California get awesome weather and classes on StarCraft. Hopefully OSU will break new grounds with a class on Counter-Strike: Source.
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