The request to create THEA 1240, 1240L, 1260, 1260L, and revise BA in Theatre, Minor in Theatre, and THEA courses

Date: April 21, 2015
To: College of Arts + Architecture
From: Office of Academic Affairs
Approved On: April 8, 2015
Approved by: Undergraduate Course and Curriculum Committee
Implementation Date: Fall 2015

Note: Deletions are strikethroughs. Insertions are underlined.

Summary

The newly revised degree requirements and new courses are effective Fall 2015, with the course numbering changes effective Spring 2016.

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THEA 1202. Introduction to Technical Theatre. (3) Students are introduced to production in theatre through individual/group activities. Study and practice of scenery construction, electrical theory, and costume construction as well as theatre lab safety and operation. Three contact hours. (Fall, Spring)

THEA 1240. Scenic Technology I. (2) Corequisite: THEA 1240L. Introduction to scene shop materials and techniques used in building scenery for theatrical applications. (Fall, Spring)

THEA 1240L. Scenic Technology I Laboratory. (1) Corequisite: THEA 1240. Exploration of scene shop equipment and techniques used in building scenery for theatrical applications. Three laboratory hours per week. (Fall, Spring)

THEA 1260. Lighting and Sound Technology I. (2) Corequisite: THEA 1260L. Introduction fundamentals of stage lighting and sound technology including instrument handling, focusing, basic electrical theory, practitioner roles and current advancements. (Fall, Spring)

THEA 1260L. Lighting and Sound Technology I Laboratory. (1) Corequisite: THEA 1260. Exploration through hands-on training of techniques associated with the installation and manipulation of a wide range of lighting and sound equipment and technology. Three laboratory hours per week. (Fall, Spring)

THEA 2200. Introduction to Design for the Stage. (3) Introduction to the fundamental elements and principles used in creating design, and their application in theatrical design and directing. Students practice creating visual compositions and learn the vocabulary necessary for communicating about design. Focuses on analyzing how the elements and principles of design are used in scenic, costume, lighting, and sound design, as well as directing. Three contact hours. (Fall, Spring)

THEA 2215. Stage Makeup. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 1202 or permission of instructor. Theories and techniques of applying and designing stage makeup. (On demand)

THEA 21220. Costume Technology I Techniques. (2) Prerequisite: THEA 1202 or permission of instructor. Corequisite: THEA 21220L. Introduction to costume shop equipment, sewing techniques, and construction of costume accessories. (Fall, Spring On demand)

THEA 21220L. Costume Technology I Techniques Laboratory. (1) Corequisite: THEA 21220. Exploration of costume shop materials and construction procedures. Three laboratory hours per week. (Fall, Spring On demand)

THEA 3220. Advanced Costume Technology Techniques. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 21220 or permission of instructor. In-depth exploration of pattern development, draping, fabric modification, and construction of accessories. (On demand)

THEA 32230. Scenic Design I. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 2200. An introduction to scenic design theory and techniques for theatre, dance, and opera. (Fall)

THEA 32250. Lighting Design I. (3) Cross-listed as DANC 2251. Prerequisite: THEA 2200. An introduction to lighting design theory and techniques for theatre, dance, and opera. (Fall, Spring)

THEA 3260. Advanced Lighting Technology. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 1202 1260 or permission of instructor. In-depth exploration of dimming, control, paperwork, modern instrumentation. (On demand)

THEA 3265. Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting 2D. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 1202 or permission of instructor. An introduction to precision drafting and rendering using the computer. (Spring on demand)

THEA 327 2210. Costume Design I. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 2200. An introduction to costume design theory and techniques for theatre, dance, and opera. (Spring)

THEA 4230. Scenic Design II. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 32230 or permission of instructor. Advanced scenic design theory and projects. (Alternate Spring on demand)

THEA 4231. Drawing for the Theatre. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 2200. Semester-long course in foundational drawing concepts developed for students of the theatre. Discrete exercises explore a variety of entry points into drawing what the eye sees free from old habits, as well as strengthening clear graphic communication in theatrical sketching and rendering. Three contact hours. (Alternate Fall)

THEA 4233. Scenic Painting. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 1240 02 or permission of instructor. An introduction to basic scenic painting techniques, paint media, and materials. (Spring on demand)

THEA 4234. Stage Properties. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 32230. An introduction to the work of a theatre props department. Focuses on the functions and role of the Properties Manager in the production process. Also addresses several common properties fabrication techniques through hands-on projects. Three contact hours. (On demand)

THEA 4235. Welding and Metal Working. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 124002. The equipment, materials, and techniques used in the welding and cutting processes most often employed in the manufacturing of scenery. These include: oxyfuel gas welding and cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and tungsten gas arc welding. (On demand)

THEA 4236. Audio Engineering. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 126002. The basic techniques of controlling, editing and distributing of sound and audio for the theatre. Emphasis on system design, equipment use, and sound systems integration. Three contact hours. (On demand)

THEA 4250. Lighting Design II. (3) Prerequisite: THEA 32250 or permission of instructor. Advanced lighting design theory and projects. (Alternate Fall on demand)

B.A. in Theatre Degree Requirements:

Required Core Courses (38 32 hours)

  • THEA 1201 Theatre Collaboration (3) (SL)
  • THEA 1202 Introduction to Technical Theatre (3)
  • One of: THEA 1220 Costume Technology I with Lab (3), THEA 1240 Scenic Technology I with Lab (3) OR THEA 1260 Lighting and Sound Technology I with Lab (3)
  • THEA 2140 Play Analysis (3)
  • THEA 2141 Dramaturgy I (3) (W)
  • THEA 2200 Introduction to Design for the Stage (3)
  • THEA 2201 Acting I (3) (O)
  • One of: THEA 2210 Costume Design I (3) THEA 2230 Scenic Design (3) I
    OR THEA 2250 Lighting Design I (3)
  • One of: THEA 1220 Costume Technology I with Lab (3), THEA 1240 Scenic Technology I with Lab (3),
    THEA 1260 Lighting and Sound Technology I with Lab (3), THEA 2210 Costume Design I (3),
    THEA 2230 Scenic Design (3) I, THEA 2250 Lighting Design I (3),
    OR THEA 2670 Stage Management (3)
  • THEA 2401 Production Practicum (1) (two of these)
  • THEA 2402 Performance Practicum: Theatre (1) OR a third THEA 2401 Production Practicum (1)

Elective Courses (12 18 hours)

Degree Requirements

The Concentration in Theatre Education consists of 87 semester hours and leads to (K-12) teacher licensure. In addition to completing the core coursework for the Major in Theatre, Theatre Education students must take a performance practicum and a total of three production practicums (one each in costumes, scenery, and lighting or stage management) and complete the following professional education requirements:

  • THEA 1160 Creative Drama for the Classroom Teacher (3)
  • THEA 1860 Preliminary Experience in Student Teaching (1)
  • THEA 2215 Stage Make-up (3)
  • THEA 2460 Practicum in Creative Drama: K-8 (3)
  • THEA 2670 Stage Management (3)
  • THEA 3221 Directing I (3)
  • THEA 32230 Scenic Design I (3)

Minor in Theatre Requirements:

  • THEA 1202 Introduction to Technical Theatre (3)
  • One of: THEA 1220 Costume Technology I with Lab (3), THEA 1240 Scenic Technology I with Lab (3) OR THEA 1260 Lighting and Sound Technology I with Lab (3)

· THEA 2140 Play Analysis (3)

  • THEA 2200 Introduction to Design for the Stage (3)
  • THEA 2201 Acting I (3) (O)
  • One of: THEA 2210 Costume Design I (3) THEA 2230 Scenic Design (3) I
    OR THEA 2250 Lighting Design I (3)