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Course Descriptions


 
  
  • THR 256 - Rehearsal and Performance for Stage


    Casting, rehearsing and acting in made-for-stage drama and comedy scripts.

    Credits: 3
    Hours
    3 Class Hours
    Course Profile
    Learning Outcomes of the Course:

    Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

    1. Solve problems that naturally arise from a collaborative art such as theater in helping set priorities, tasks, deadlines, rehearsal discipline and process, etc.
    2. Define the progression of rehearsal and performance techniques from play selection and first read-through all the way to set strike and post mortem.
    3. Follow the necessary steps of the working “process” that brings a script alive on the stage.
    4. Carry out specific skills relevant to the function fulfilled in the production such as:  acting, assistant directing or stage managing, costume management, play/period research, house management, set design, construction, lighting, sound, set decorating and props creation.
    5. Speak and write on the process of rehearsal and performance for a full-fledged semi-professional theatrical production.
    6. Practice one or more of the technical aspects of a theater production in costumes, props, scene design, lighting or sound.


  
  • THR 266 - Acting for TV, Film, and Commercials


    Proficiency in performing before the camera.  Character analysis, quick study, re-takes, voice-overs, studio projection, facial nuances, and subtlety of mannerism.

    Credits: 3
    Hours
    2 Class Hours, 2 Studio Hours
    Course Profile
    Learning Outcomes of the Course:

    Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate skills and exercises involved in the art and craft of acting for the camera such as listening, concentration, relaxation, energy, spontaneity, character development.
    2. Dissect and analyze a script with circumstances, character, events and objectives.
    3. Interpret a script by using sub-text, scoring, intention, etc.
    4. Analyze and critique the work of those working in the industry.
    5. Speak and write intelligently on the theories and terminology used in the business of acting for the camera.


  
  • THR 299 - Independent Study: Theater


    An individual student project concerned with advanced work in a specific area of theater.  Conducted under the direction of a faculty member, independent study is concerned with material beyond the scope and depth of the ordinary course.

    Prerequisite- Corequisite
    Prerequisite:  3 Semester hours of college level work in theater

    Credits: (1-3)
    Course Profile
    Learning Outcomes of the Course:

    Learning outcomes are specified on an individual basis.

  
  • URS 101 - Undergraduate Research in STEM


    URS is a discipline-based, student-centered, applied learning course involving undergraduate research practices.  The course facilitates student involvement in research that is either multidisciplinary or limited to a specific topic within a single discipline.  Topics support innovative, evidence-based, high-impact learning research activities.

    Credits: 1-4
    Hours
    1-4 Class Hours
    Course Profile
    Learning Outcomes of the Course:  SLOs for a 1 or 2 credit offering:

    Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate the ability to organize and maintain data.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively and reach a goal.
    3. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

    Learning Outcomes of the Course:  SLOs for a 3 or 4 credit offering:

    Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently and reach a goal.
    2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.
    3. Develop a hypothesis/research question based on relevant literature.

     

 

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