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TEC - Technical
TEC 205 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
3 credits
Enables you to interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GDT) in
machining or drafting. The course covers math formulas, tolerancing systems,
modifiers, symbols, datums, and tolerances of form, profile, orientation,
runout, and location. You will learn that the generation of a working drawing
is a team effort among design, drafting, manufacturing, and quality
control.
THE - Theatre Arts
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THE 100 Technical Theatre Lab
1-3 credits
Provides you with safety training for working with equipment used for technical
theatre, as well as hands-on experience in one or all of the following areas:
stage lighting, set construction, stage properties, costuming, and makeup.
THE 104 Basic Costume and Apparel Construction
3 credits
Provides you with training in cutting and sewing techniques, as well as
knowledge of fabric types, qualities, uses, and cleaning.
THE 105 Theatre Appreciation: GT-AH1
3 credits
Includes discussions, workshops, and lectures designed to discover, analyze,
and evaluate all aspects of the theatre experience: scripts, acting, directing,
staging, history, criticism, and theory.
Prerequisite: ENG 090 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment
scores.
THE 109 Basics of Pattern Drafting
3 credits
Provides you with basic techniques in pattern drafting. Techniques will include
exploring computer design as well as traditional drafting methods.
Prerequisite: THE 104 or permission of instructor.
THE 111 Acting I
3 credits
Covers basic acting techniques and approaches including scene study,
improvisation, and script analysis. The course includes practical application
through classroom performance.
THE 112 Acting II
3 credits
Continues to explore basic acting techniques and approaches including scene
study, improvisation, and intermediate script analysis. The course includes
practical application through classroom performance.
Prerequisite: THE 111 or permission of instructor.
THE 115 - Stage Movement for Actors
3 credits
Introduces the vocabulary of human movement, techniques of physical training,
and anatomy and kinesiology for the actor. The course includes forms of basic
dance and the coordination of movement with vocal delivery.
THE 116 Technical Theatre
3 credits
Introduces hands-on methods of constructing and painting scenery and properties
and operating stage lighting. You will also learn the proper procedures of
using shop equipment and serving on stage crews.
THE 118 Acting Skills Trades/Business
3 credits
Incorporates acting skills that are useful for everyday interactions and public
presentations. You can improve your personality habits through acting exercises
to become more effective in your daily relationships and communication skills
and also in presenting yourself in public. This class is especially for those
who don't want to be actors but who would like to learn how
to be more comfortable on the "stage" of life.
THE 131 Theatre Production I
3 credits
Allows you to put into practice theories of theatre production. Participation
in set construction, scenic artistry, costuming, lighting, sound, acting, stage
managing, and administration is available.
Prerequisite: ENG 060, REA 090, THE 111, THE 112, or permission of
instructor.
THE 132 Theatre Production II
3 credits
Allows you to put into practice theories of theatre production. Participation
in set construction, scenic artistry, costuming, lighting, sound, acting, stage
managing, and administration is available.
Prerequisites: ENG 060, REA 090, THE 111, THE 112, or permission of
instructor.
THE 135 Stage Makeup I
2 credits
Covers makeup design and application techniques. Techniques include basic
corrective, character, old age, and fantasy application.
THE 136 Stage Makeup II
2 credits
Continues to explore theatrical makeup design and application techniques. In
addition, prosthetics, hair design, and other more advanced applications will
be explored.
Prerequisite: THE 135 or permission of instructor.
THE 140 Stage Dialects
1 credit
Teaches you to develop skills in nine dialects and accents.
THE 141 Improvisation I
1 credit
Helps you learn improvisation skills for performance and character development.
Emphasis is placed on the “Second City†style of
improvisation.
THE 142 Improvisation II
1 credit
Helps you continue developing improvisation skills learned in THE 141.
Exercises are more advanced and difficult. Level of instruction is appropriate
for experienced and/or advanced actors.
Prerequisite: THE 141, THE 111, or permission of instructor.
THE 143 Basic Acting Technique
1 credit
Offers scene work and acting exercises for people with little or no training or
experience in the theatre. The Stanislavski System of character analysis and
development is stressed.
THE 144 Scene Study
1 credit
Emphasizes the Stanislavski approach. You will explore acting skills through
advanced material, including avant garde and classical.
Prerequisite: THE 143, THE 111, or permission of instructor.
THE 151 Stagecraft I
3 credits
Focuses upon fundamental theories and construction of flats, platforms, stair
units, soft scenery, and other aspects of stagecraft.
Prerequisite: THE 116 or permission of the instructor.
THE 152 Production Stage Management I
3 credits
Focuses on the basics of stage management, including making a stage
manager's book, organizational methods and protocols of
production, calling cues in production, and personnel relationships and
responsibilities.
Prerequisite: THE 116 or permission of the instructor.
THE 175 Special Topics
1 credit
Explores current topics, issues, and activities related to one or more aspects
of the named discipline.
THE 200 Paint/ Draw/Render Modeling Techniques
3 credits
Introduces art techniques that are needed specifically in Theatrical Design.
Techniques will include painting, rendering of scenic, lighting, costume
designs, and model construction techniques.
Prerequisite: THE 104, THE 109, or permission of Instructor.
THE 210 Singing for Actors
3 credits
Allows you to explore and perform musical theatre songs. You will use a
pedagogical approach to evaluate your vocal structure and formulate a
systematized series of vocal and whole body exercises to develop and enhance
your self-confidence and vocal instrument through in-class performance and
variety show presentation.
THE 211 Development of Theatre I
3 credits
Surveys the history and evolution of drama from Ancient Greece to the
Renaissance, emphasizing all aspects of the art from period values to analysis
of dramatic literature and performance.
THE 212 Development of Theatre II
3 credits
Surveys the history and evolution of drama from the Renaissance to the present,
emphasizing all aspects of the art from period values to the analysis of
dramatic literature and performance.
Prerequisite: THE 211 or permission of instructor.
THE 213 Intermediate Acting I
3 credits
Continues THE 112. Emphasis is on artistic concentration of voice and movement
as applied to period acting styles.
THE 214 Intermediate Acting II
3 credits
Emphasizes artistic concentration of voice and movement as applied to period
acting styles. Character biographies are also required. This course is a
continuation of THE 213.
THE 215 Playwriting
3 credits
Gives you the opportunity to learn and practice playwriting techniques, thereby
improving creative writing skills. Elements of dramatic structure dialogue,
styles, and theatrical practices are emphasized.
THE 216 Theatre Lighting and Design
3 credits
Focuses on the theory and practice of stage lighting. Topics include basic
electrical theory, color theories, rigging and design of lighting for the
performing arts.
Prerequisite: THE 116 or permission of the instructor.
THE 220 Directing I
3 credits
Covers basic techniques for stage directing in contemporary theatre. Topics to
be covered include stage composition, script analysis, work with actors, and
the collaborative role of the director.
Prerequisite: THE 111 or permission of instructor.
THE 221 Set Design
3 credits
Emphasizes two-and three-dimensional drawings and designs and color theory.
Basic methods of artistic analysis and coordinating with other creative
personnel are included. You will construct 3-D models and a theatrical stage
set.
Prerequisite: THE 116 or permission of instructor.
THE 225 Sound Operation and Design
2 credits
Designed for you to understand and apply fundamental processes required to
create a conceptual sound design for a stage play.
THE 230 Directing II
3 credits
Continues to explore basic technique for stage directing in contemporary
theatre. Subjects to be covered are stage composition, script analysis, work
with actors, and the collaborative role of the director. You will direct a
one-act theatre piece for the final project.
Prerequisite: THE 220 or permission of the instructor.
THE 231 Theatre Production III
3 credits
Allows you to continue to put into practice the theories of theatre production.
Participation in set construction, scenic artistry, costuming, lighting, sound,
acting, stage-managing, and administration are available.
THE 232 Theatre Production IV
3 credits
Allows you to put into practice theories of theatre production. Participation
in set construction, scenic artistry, costuming, lighting, sound, acting, stage
managing, and administration is available.
Prerequisites: THE 111, THE 112 or permission of the instructor.
THE 237 History of Costumes and Fashion
3 credits
Provides an examination of the clothing and accessories used by humans around
the world from Prehistoric to Modern times.
THE 240 Theater Voice and Diction
3 credits
Provides you with individual tutorials which define design and apply specific
vocal techniques to abate singing and speech difficulties. Master class
performances provide the opportunity to conjure the energy, charisma, and stage
command necessary for presentations.
THE 241 Stage Properties
3 credits
Offers the fundamentals of set dressing/stage properties theory and practice,
including plot design, period style, set props, hand props, production
paperwork, and scene changes.
Prerequisite: THE 116 or permission of the instructor.
THE 245 Basic Costume Design and Construction
3 credits
Explores the basics of costume design and color theory. Construction techniques
using regular and industrial sewing machines will be applied in constructing
costumes and accessories. You will be introduced to pattern drafting.
Prerequisites: THE 104 and THE 109.
THE 248 Rehearsal and Performance III
3 credits
Special attention will be given to characterization, stage movement, speech
techniques, dramatic form and the rehearsal / production / performance process.
The successful rehearsal and presentation of the current production to the
public will be the focal point of their activities. Previous acting experience
is helpful but not required.
THE 260 Employment Skills for Technical Theatre
1 credit
Provides you the opportunity to assemble a technical theatre portfolio and
resume for classroom presentation and job
applications.
THE 275 Special Topics: Theatre
1-6 credits
Explores current topics, issues, and activities related to one or more aspects
of the named discipline.
THE 280 Internship
1-6 credits
Provides you with the opportunity to supplement course work with practical work
experience related to your educational program. You will work under the
immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and
with the direct guidance of the instructor.
THE 285 Independent Study
1 credit
Emphasizes structured and guided individualized study that is organized and
tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student.