TPA 1253 - Entertainment Technology: Technician

Institution:

Miami Dade College

Subject:

Description:

This course presents the principles and practice of stage rigging, stage carpentry, road crew and gripping. Students will practice the use of hardware, knots, hemp, counter-weight and motorized flying system for scenery, curtains and ground rigging, temporary and permanent stages, sound stages or on location, expositions and/or special outdoor events. Also covered are the principles and practices of the installation and operation of wagons, winches, chain hoists and trusses, lighting equipment, sound for on-stage or studio performance, gripping for motion pictures or video production. Occupational health and safety issues are discussed and practiced. (2 hour lecture; 2 hour lab)

Credits:

1.00 - 3.00

Credit Hours:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.mdc.edu/main/

Phone Number:

(305) 237-8888

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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