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Analysing Your PC for Video Games
Tyne Academy

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Price
£22.99 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
1.4 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

"Analysing Your PC for Video Games" is a comprehensive online course designed to help learners understand the technical specifications and performance of personal computers in relation to modern video game requirements. Whether you are passionate about IT, Game design, or Game development, this course provides the technical foundation necessary to ensure your system is ready to support cutting-edge games. Learn how to interpret hardware benchmarks, system requirements, and compatibility insights critical to IT and gaming success.

Through this course, students will explore the fundamental principles of computer hardware and how these elements influence the performance of video games. The course supports IT knowledge building while aligning with the core principles of Game design and Game development, helping participants bridge technical insights with real-world gaming applications.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand PC hardware and its impact on Game development and Game design.

  • Learn how to read and match video game system requirements with your own specs.

  • Identify performance bottlenecks and compatibility issues using IT diagnostic tools.

  • Discover how IT best practices enhance Game development efficiency.

  • Gain confidence in preparing your system for AAA or indie Game design experiences.

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Curriculum

1
section
3
lectures
1h 24m
total

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Description

As the video game industry continues to evolve rapidly, understanding how to assess and optimize your PC for peak gaming performance has become an essential skill in both IT and Game development fields. This course dives into the hardware and software elements that power video games, making it ideal for learners interested in IT, Game design, or Game development. Topics include CPU and GPU functions, RAM importance, storage types, system cooling, and compatibility with current-generation games.

Participants will gain practical knowledge in evaluating system requirements provided by Game development studios and learn how to compare these requirements against their PC specifications. Understanding the role of drivers, operating systems, DirectX versions, and firmware will be emphasized—critical components in the IT landscape and essential to Game design functionality. The course also covers how these technical aspects impact frame rates, resolution, and gameplay smoothness.

Throughout the modules, key IT principles are explored alongside Game development considerations, such as optimization strategies used by developers and how system specs influence Game design decisions. Learners will also be introduced to benchmarking tools, diagnostic utilities, and common troubleshooting processes used in IT and Game development environments.

Whether you aim to participate in Game design, contribute to Game development teams, or strengthen your IT proficiency, this course offers the essential analytical framework to ensure your PC is ready for the latest titles.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for:

  • Aspiring IT professionals looking to strengthen their understanding of PC systems for gaming.

  • Beginners and hobbyists interested in Game design and Game development.

  • Gamers who want to ensure their hardware supports modern games efficiently.

  • Individuals exploring careers in Game development or seeking foundational IT knowledge in gaming contexts.

Requirements

There is no formal prerequisite for this Analysing Your PC for Video Games course.

Career path

Upon completion, learners may pursue roles or studies in:

  • IT support for gaming environments

  • Game development QA/testing

  • Entry-level roles in Game design

  • PC building and diagnostics for gaming

  • Technical support roles in IT and gaming industries

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