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  • 2.00 Credits

    Freshmen are assigned to crews as an introduction to general production techniques and procedures. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the program. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Explain how all the elements of a theatrical production are integrated during the production process to allow for a successful show run. (2) Restate the history and style of the significant piece to which they are assigned. (3) Describe the daily routine involved in the basic operation, and maintenance of a theatrical production from the start of the Tech process through the entire run of a show. (4) Apply skills and crafts learned in coursework within their discipline.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Freshmen are assigned to crews as an introduction to general production techniques and procedures. Prerequisites: PROD 100. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Explain how all the elements of a theatrical production are integrated during the production process to allow for a successful show run. (2) Restate the history and style of the significant piece to which they are assigned. (3) Describe the daily routine involved in the basic operation, and maintenance of a theatrical production from the start of the Tech process through the entire run of a show. (4) Apply skills and crafts learned in coursework within their discipline.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Technical problems of stage production such as scene construction and painting, stage lighting and equipment and costume construction in laboratory and actual productions. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Appraise the elements of Theatrical production and how they relate to each other. (2) Demonstrate the techniques and methodology used in Theatrical production. (3) Apply the knowledge gained during class sessions in the completion of assigned hands-on task associated with Theatrical production. (4) Utilize a vocabulary of names and terminology common to theatre professionals allowing concise communication between members of the design and production teams.
  • 2.00 Credits

    This course covers basic sewing techniques (hand and machine sewing) and basic costume construction methods. Students will learn how to take measurements of a performer and how to us a commercial pattern. A completed garment is constructed during the course. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to: 1) Apply basic hand sewing stitches to construct or repair costumes, including fasteners. 2) Use a sewing machine 3) Measure an actor accurately. 4) Draft a simple pattern. 5) Read a commercial pattern and create a completed garment from it. 6) Explain and demonstrate how costume construction skills can apply to other production disciplines.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Fundamentals of Design & Drawing covers the underlying elements and principles to visual creation. The class fosters a multidisciplinary design experience, which ultimately aids the collaboration and communication of theater artists. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the program. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Describe basic elements and principles of design. (2) Explain the differences of line, shape, form, color, value, texture and space in relation to design. (3) Practice the principles of design including balance, movement, rhythm contrast, emphasis, pattern and unity. (4) Create visual harmony through choices in movement, form, color and material. (5) Interpret representational pieces of art. (6) Recognize and utilize the five perceptual skills: a.) The perception of edges b.) The perception of spaces c.) The perception of relationships d.) The perception of lights and shadows e.) The perception of the whole, or gestalt
  • 2.00 Credits

    Covers basic sewing techniques, both hand and machine sewing, basic construction methods, measuring an actor and how to use a commercial pattern. A completed garment is constructed during the course. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the program. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Use basic hand sewing stitches to construct or repair costumes. (2) Use a sewing machine appropriately. (3) Measure an actor accurately. (4) Draft a simple pattern given directions. (5) Read a commercial pattern and create a completed garment from it. (6) Translate the skills learned to uses in the prop shop and scene shop as well as the costume shop.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An introductory course in the techniques and practice of stage management, including the organization and preparation of a production book from beginning rehearsals through the closing of a production. This class will investigate the relationship between the stage manager and the artistic, administrative, and production staffs and how to work collaboratively with these staffs. Additional topics include working with the director and actors, stress management, time management and performance maintenance. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the program. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Demonstrate fundamental and essential managerial skills inherent to the stage manager. (2) Collaborate with all members of the production team. (3) Explain the administrative, artistic, supportive, and technical role of the stage manager.
  • 2.00 Credits

    A study of theatre safety and occupational health. The course covers fire prevention, chemical safety, risk assessment, emergency procedures, code requirements, and CPR/First aid. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the program. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Maintain a safe, healthy work environment for all individuals interacting with the scenic components of a production. (2) Demonstrate basic First Aid and CPR skills. (3) Demonstrate proficiency in identifying safety risks and risk assessment.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An introduction to the proper material, methods, and techniques for communicating settings, properties and working drawings through technical draftings. The course will combine the skills of hand drafting and computer aided drafting software to teach the reading and creation of professional quality plates. Designed for beginning students in technical theatre. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the program. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Apply drafting knowledge to the computer application. (2) Use the latest edition of Auto CAD to create drawings or work with existing draft. (3) Assemble drawing elements in layouts and plot a drawing.
  • 2.00 Credits

    An introduction to dramatic text analysis using a variety of techniques. Designed for technical, design and stage management majors. Scripts will be analyzed and related back to the student's specific area of study. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the program. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Discuss different techniques used to investigate the crucial parts of the superstructure of a play. (2) Understand plot, character, theme, exposition, obstacle, dramatic conflict. (3) Be a more viable member of both the artistic and production teams. (4) Discuss in a more informed way history, styles, and significant theatrical works. (5) Appreciate and value more wholly their own input as theatre artisans.
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