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Use Fortnite To Master Coding Fundamentals Through An Immersive Coding Experience
Camp Description
Explore the exciting realm of Fortnite game development in our Game Development with Unreal Editor for Fortnite camp! Dive into the exciting process of crafting a personalized Fortnite game from scratch using UEFN (Unreal Engine for Fortnite), a complimentary game engine designed for Fortnite. Students will learn how to integrate fundamental elements into their game, including buildings, vehicles, enemy characters, and beyond. In just one week, students will not only have completed their own unique Fortnite game but will also possess the skills to independently create more Fortnite games in the future!
For ages 11-18
Beginners welcome. No homework – All fun!
Learning Objectives
- 1 Navigate UEFN, a specialized version of Unreal Engine designed for Fortnite.
- 2 Attain a foundational comprehension of game design principles by modeling game assets and building the game’s landscape.
- 3 Create immersive Fortnite gaming experiences by incorporating elements such as enemies, game objectives, and a custom map.
Fortnite Coding Camp Lessons
Building a Zombie Survival Base
In the first lesson, students design a custom base to safeguard against a zombie horde! Employing the Unreal Editor for Fortnite software, they select an island and edit the landscape according to their preferences. They construct their base using assets from the Content Browser, utilizing tools to manipulate, rotate, and scale items within their base. Additionally, they incorporate lighting, save their progress through Revision Control, and test their game in Fortnite.
Zombie Waves and Ray Guns
In this lesson, progress their game using the Unreal Editor for Fortnite software. They focus on enhancing the zombie characters by modifying their attributes and design a wave system that alternates between zombie attacks and rest periods. Additionally, students equip their player with a ray gun for combat against the zombies. Through these activities, they gain valuable insights into game development, particularly in the application of game logic through timer and spawner devices.
Objectives and Game Start Systems
In this class, students develop objectives for their game, involving the discovery of power sources scattered throughout the map and the defeat of a specified number of zombies. This lesson teaches them the application of various UEFN tools, including Trackers, Elimination Managers, a Game End Device, among others. Additionally, they learn to design a starting area for the game, where players remain in their base until a button is pressed to initiate the zombie waves.
Currency Systems and In-Game Shops
In this lesson, student are taught how to construct an in-game store by establishing a designated area for the shop, introducing a coin-based currency system, and enabling coin acquisition through defeating zombies. They arrange the shop to their liking, with custom shop items and prices. Furthermore, they develop upgrades for their base that can be bought with an alternative currency of their choosing, which is discoverable across the map.
Supply Drops and Publishing Your Game
In this final lesson, students complete their Fortnite project by incorporating elements like supply drops, treasure chests, and XP boosts for achieving specific goals. They are taught the process of privately publishing their game on Fortnite, allowing them to play it without needing Unreal Editor for Fortnite open at the same time. Additionally, they are motivated to further develop their game by introducing new objectives, expanding the in-game shop inventory, and adding more collectible items.
Technical Requirements
Before the start of camp, students should meet the following requirements:
- This only works with PCs (not Macs)
- Be familiar with basics of the Fortnite game
- Meet the Fortnite system minimum and suggested requirements
- Have all required software installed for this camp:
- Have all required class technology
- A mouse is also strongly suggested (versus a trackpad)
Ages 11-13 – Camp Schedule
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Camp Tuition $499
There is no contract. You may cancel up to 7 days before the first scheduled class for a 100% money-back guarantee.
CWHQ has a 93% student success rate, compared to 5% for paid, self-paced online video courses and tutorials. That’s an 18x better graduation rate.
Our goal is to make all students successful. Notify us at least 7 days prior to the first scheduled session of camp for your money back.
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Our 13 year old took this program over the summer and really enjoyed it. He found it challenging and fun at the same time. He thought it was a bit more difficult than typical middle school coding programs but that’s what kept him engaged. This wasn’t glorified babysitting, this program really taught him to do some coding.
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#1 Most Comprehensive Coding Program For Kids!
The CodeWizardsHQ program comes with everything your child needs to be successful in learning to code
Program Benefits:
- Interactive Live Classes
- Structured and Comprehensive Curriculum
- Daily Homework Help
- Hands-on, Project Based Learning
- 1×1 Office Hours (Advanced Courses)
- Downloadable Slides for Every Class
- Video Recordings of Every Class
- Weekly Progress Report & Alerts
- Highly Qualified and Experienced Teachers
- Individual Course Certification
- 24/7 Access to Proprietary Coding Platform
- Supportive Online Student Community
- Path to Real-World Internship
Why should I enroll now?
We have limited spots available. By enrolling early, you guarantee yourself a spot in the program.
What if I travel during summer?
You can attend our summer coding camp or classes even while traveling. All you need is a computer and a reliable internet connection.
Another option is our winter camp program which offers the same 1-week camp curriculum.
Where are camps held?
Log in from your home and you will be connected to a live teacher in a secure online classroom. No driving for you!
What happens after my child finishes camp?
Once you finish a 1-week camp, you can continue in the core track based on your child’s age.
Choose from a 3-week accelerated course or 12-week year round course. These courses are just as fun as our camps and give students a strong foundation of programming knowledge while teaching students how to think like a programmer.
What is required to attend Fortnite camp?
Student requirements include all of our standard technical recommendations.
In addition to our default recommendations, students are required to have the Fortnite game installed. Students should already be familiar with the basics Fortnite. They should ownload and install the EPIC Games Launcher and Unreal Editor for Fortnite prior tot he first session.
Explore Core Track Classes
CodeWizardsHQ offers classes all year round for all age groups (8-18).
During summer we offer 3-week accelerated versions of our structured core track classes (usually 12 weeks), along with unique 1-week camps designed only for summer break. Students can start, continue, catch up, or get ahead during this time and then transition back into our normal class schedules during the school year.
