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  • TCA 331 - Asian Travel and Tourism Development


    Study of Asian travel and tourism industries. Focuses on China, Korea, Japan, and several Pacific Rim countries on their sustainable tourism development. Students research and study issues in the regions, such as travel safety, terrorism, eco-tourism, and cultural considerations in tourism development and management. Note: this course is offered as a distance education course.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • TCA 342 - The Recreation Industry


    Study of leisure and the recreation industry, their interrelationship to American lifestyles, and their implications for the hospitality industry.

    Credits 3
  
  • TCA 344 - Media in Entertainment


    Media-based entertainment, including history and business structures

    Credits 3
  
  • TCA 345 - The National Parks


    Exploration of America’s national parks. Includes historical perspective of the park movement and the National Park Service, management issues in the parks, tourism linkages, and the uniqueness of the areas. Special emphasis on the large scenic parks of the American West.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   and  .
  
  • TCA 373 - Hotel Entertainment


    Study of entertainment’s relationship to the management of resorts and hotels—large and small—in Nevada and elsewhere. Contracts and contacts with performers, unions, agents, and managers included.

    Credits 3
  
  • TCA 376 - Special Topics in Tourism and Convention Administration


    Series of special courses designed by faculty from academe and industry. Separate units treat topics in a) Accounting, finance, computer, b) Marketing, c) Convention, meetings, d) Clubs, e) Entertainment, f) Travel and tourism, g) Sports, h) Professional development.

    Credits (1-9)
    Prerequisites Junior standing.
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits; nine on petition.
  
  • TCA 378 - Club Food and Beverage Management


    Unique aspects of providing food and beverage services to the membership of private clubs. Lectures, case studies and field trips used to cover management, organization, facility design, menu development, budgeting, marketing, production, service and trends. Formal and informal dining, athletic food and beverage facilities, member functions and catering included.

    Credits 3
  
  • TCA 378L - Club Food and Beverage Management Practicum


    On-site practicum in a commercial food and beverage operation. Emphasis on application of knowledge and skills to actual job roles and responsibilities.

    Credits 1
    Notes Must be taken concurrently with  .
  
  • TCA 379 - Catering Operations and Sales


    Study of hotel catering including operation, sales, and relationships with other departments and outside vendors. Emphasis on logistical operations and seeking and servicing various market segments.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .                     
  
  • TCA 380 - Hospitality Marketing I


    Organization of hospitality marketing functions: Primary focus on marketing programs and their role in the management of successful hospitality organizations.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  ,   or  ,   or higher.
  
  • TCA 381 - Sales Blitz


    Study of sales techniques, preparation, and presentation for an on-site and selling practicum. Instruction includes preparing for the sale, making the sales call, overcoming objections, closing the sale, and follow up.

    Credits 1
    Prerequisites HMD 101, TCA 380 and concurrent enrollment in TCA 381L.
  
  • TCA 381L - Sales Blitz Practicum


    Opportunity to develop sales experience in an on-site class and selling practicum.

    Credits 1
    Prerequisites HMD 101, TCA 380, and TCA 381 or concurrent enrollment in TCA 381.
    May be repeated to a maximum of two credits.
    Notes S/F grading only.
  
  • TCA 382 - Incentive Travel


    Study of the use of travel as an incentive to help meet marketing objectives. Includes the organization and marketing of transportation, hotels, restaurants, tour and ground operators, destination, and other creative services.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites HMD 101 and TCA 141.
  
  • TCA 383 - Meeting Planning


    Role of the association and corporate meeting planner, including setting objectives and format, site selection, negotiations, program design, speaker selection, budgeting, contracts, marketing, registration, on-site logistics, and evaluation.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .                 
  
  • TCA 384 - Destination Marketing


    Role of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, including economic impact of visitor markets, structure, governance, membership, and advertising.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites HMD 101 and TCA 380 or MKT 301.
  
  • TCA 385 - Convention Sales and Service Management


    Practical insights into the different kinds of meetings and conventions, the types of organizations that stage such events, and the people who hold the key to site selection. Includes how to reach, sell, and service these important groups and people.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • TCA 386 - Convention Facility Management


    Operations of convention and conference centers, including organizational structure, design, and booking.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • TCA 387 - Fairs and Amusement Park Administration


    Management and marketing of fairs and amusement parks, including crowd control, concessions, security, and contract negotiations.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • TCA 389 - Exposition Service Contracting


    Logistical support systems of conventions, including the design of floor plans, exhibit design, installation and dismantling, freight and drayage, utilities, contracting labor, and working with unions.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • TCA 390 - Exhibit Marketing and Management


    Role of the corporate exhibit manager, including setting objectives, commissioning booth design, logistics of shipping and installation, and staffing and training of booth personnel.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites HMD 101 or MKT 301.
  
  • TCA 392 - International Exhibiting and Exposition Management


    Production and management of exhibits and pavilions outside the United States and organizing expositions in foreign venues.

    Credits 3
    Corequisites TCA 388.
  
  • TCA 396 - Entertainment and Event Marketing


    Revise and develop marketing concepts as they relate to the success of any entertainment product. Emphasis on identifying the marketing and promotional strategies, creative use of public relations, cost-effective media buying techniques, and advertising and promotion scheduling.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  
  
  • TCA 405 - Legal Environment of Meetings and Events


    Introduction to legal issues that most commonly impact the planning and managing of meetings and events. Contracts between meeting organizers and venues, vendors, and suppliers will be explored in depth. Trademark, copyright, alcohol liability, dispute resolution and more will be discussed in the context of meetings and events.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites TCA 110, TCA 383.
  
  • TCA 420 - Hospitality Financial Management


    Introduces students to the financial management function in the hospitality organization. Focuses on the process of value creation. Other topics include financial markets, valuation criteria and hospitality feasibility and appraisal.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   or    or    ,  .
  
  • TCA 421 - Market and Feasibility Studies


    Examination of the structure and techniques used to compile standard market and feasibility studies for hospitality properties, particularly hotels. Analysis includes supply, demand, site evaluation, and projected operating statistics. Each student required to prepare market and feasibility studies.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   and any ECON course.
  
  • TCA 422 - Operational Analysis for the Hospitality Industry


    Major management models applicable to the tourism, lodging, restaurant, and gaming industries enhances ability to problem solve and make decisions in hospitality operations.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites TCA 321 and TCA 420 or FIN 301.
  
  • TCA 430 - Sport Tourism


    A study of the interconnectedness of sport and tourism, analyzed from behavioral, historical, economic, management, marketing, environmental, and policy perspectives.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • TCA 445 - Strategic Hospitality Marketing


    Linking marketing and other functional strategies to the hotel’s overall corporate strategy.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   .
  
  • TCA 448 - Cruise Ship Administration and Marketing


    In-depth discussion of the growth, direction, organization structure, and marketing concepts relating to the cruise industry. All aspects of the cruise industry including philosophy, management, staffing, operations, and marketing strategies.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Consent of instructor.
  
  • TCA 449 - International Tourism


    Study of international travel and tourism. Focuses on the economic, social, political, and environmental considerations of international tourism management and development.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Upper-division standing.
  
  • TCA 450 - Tourism & Convention Internship


    Customized internships in or outside Las Vegas in the following areas: meetings, conventions, expositions, destination management/marketing, hospitality/casino marketing or accounting/finance, club, hotel catering, entertainment, theme parks or tourism.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  , minimum GPA 2.50 or recommendation of faculty. Hospitality, culinary arts, and recreation/leisure studies majors only.
    Notes Seminars and/or reports required. Lab fee required.
  
  • TCA 457 - Club Management Operations


    General administrative procedures in private clubs. Provides the hospitality student with the unique sensitivities required in managing and operating in the increasingly lucrative club management market.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Consent of instructor.
  
  • TCA 458 - Visiting Professor’s Seminar


    Series of professional papers and discussions with the faculty. Opened to a limited number of senior students.

    Credits 0
    Prerequisites Consent of the dean.
    Notes S/F grading only.
  
  • TCA 464 - Sport and Concert Arena Management


    Operations of arenas, stadiums, performing arts centers, or ampitheaters. Incorporates logistical considerations of booking events, contract negotiations, ticket sales, maintenance and production.

    Credits 3
  
  • TCA 470 - Hospitality Realty


    Considers real estate investment opportunities in the hotel, motel, and restaurant industries. Emphasis on location analysis, property appraisal, and financing alternatives.

    Credits 3
  
  • TCA 471 - Practicum in Hotel Education


    In-class experience that allows the student to work with the hotel faculty in daily teaching and course assignments.

    Credits 3
  
  • TCA 474 - Independent Study in Tourism and Convention Management


    Research in an area of concern to the management of convention, tourism, entertainment, clubs, hospitality/casino marketing and accounting/finance, or related industries.

    Credits (1-3)
    Prerequisites Consent of instructor.
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • TCA 476 - Trade Show Operations


    Management problems of trade shows, including design, construction, customs, and regulations.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • TCA 481 - Hotel Advertising and Sales Promotions


    Practical approach to contemporary advertising for hotels, restaurants, and tourist destinations. Focuses on the distinctive aspects of hospitality advertising principles, strategies, techniques and their application to industry situations. Emphasis on providing the hospitality manager with a working knowledge in the areas of planning, developing and implementing effective advertising campaigns.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   .
  
  • TCA 483 - Hotel Marketing II


    Analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of past, current, and predicted trends in international hospitality marketing in a global market place. Specific attention directed toward an evaluation of the contemporary international marketing strategies of major hospitality corporations.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   and consent of instructor.
  
  • TCA 487 - Association Management


    Management of trade associations and their relationship to hospitality management. Focuses on structure and processes with attention to finances, taxation, and the management and operation of conventions and trade shows.

    Credits 3
  
  • TCA 488 - Special Events Management


    Management and operational activities of special events. Analyzes essential services that provide the necessary infrastructure for the event. Examines creative as well as practical aspects of coordinating the meeting/event environment through theme design, decor, and numerous other staging considerations.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • TCA 489 - Meetings and Events Coordination


    Provides scope of competencies required to be a professional meeting/event coordinator. Analyzes essential services that provide the necessary infrastructure for the event. Examines creative as well as practical aspects of coordinating the meeting/event environment through theme design, decor, and numerous other staging considerations.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites TCA 383 and TCA 488.
  
  • TCA 490 - Festival and Event Management


    Application of established standards, techniques, and practices of festival and event management. Research, design, planning, coordination and evaluation stages of festival and event management.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Senior in good standing (minimum GPA of 2.5),  ,   , and  .
  
  • TCA 496 - Entertainment on the Road


    Performance tour management logistics, including booking, scheduling, shipping, movement of equipment and artist management challenges.

    Credits 3
      or  .
  
  • TCA 497 - Performing Artist Representation and Management


    Artist representation in the entertainment and convention industry, Role of artist, agent, manager, and buyer explored. Includes negotiation, contracting, booking, scheduling, and marketing.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • TCA 498 - Entertainment Production and Operations Management


    Logistics of maintaining, operating, and managing a permanent entertainment production or attraction. Marketing, operations management, administration management, and stage management included.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   and  .
  
  • THTR 100 - Introduction to Theatre


    Explores theatre as a cultural attribute of world society. Special focus on theatre as an expression of culture, a representation of international themes, and its contribution to the development of civilization.

    Credits 3
    Notes Not open to declared theatre majors.
  
  • THTR 102 - Introduction to Stage Voice


    Fundamentals of voice production including relaxation, alignment, breath, resonance and articulation. Vocal health and the physiological aspects of voice/speech production. Students complete numerous performance projects.

    Credits 3
    Notes Intended for non-majors only.
  
  • THTR 105 - Introduction to Acting I


    Fundamentals of acting with emphasis on improvisation and personalization through the exploration of selected scenes and monologues.

    Credits 3
    Notes Intended for non-majors only.
  
  • THTR 108 - Introduction to Playwriting


    Fundamentals of the craft of writing plays, stressing elements such as plot, character, dialogue, and structure. Emphasis on writing short plays.

    Credits 3
  
  • THTR 111 - Theatre Practicum


    Students assigned a practical laboratory experience in Theatre Production - costume, scenery, lights, sound or props.

    Credits 1
    May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.
  
  • THTR 121 - Stage Makeup


    Acquaints the student with the beginning principles of makeup and progresses to character makeup.

    Credits 1
    Prerequisites Theatre major.
  
  • THTR 122 - Theatre for Senior Adults


    Apply acting, directing, and creative drama techniques to senior adult populations. Students work with adults at senior centers, senior adult residences, and in-class productions.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Junior or senior standing for non-majors, adults 55 or older.
  
  • THTR 124 - Introduction to Gay Plays


    Survey course in which students read, analyze, and discuss selected gay plays.

    Credits 3
  
  • THTR 126 - Introduction to Women Playwrights


    Introduction to dramatic literature for the stage written by women. Women’s history, theatrical conventions, performance theories, and theatrical activity explored in addition to their writing. Focuses on theatrical texts written by women. Duplicate credits cannot be earned for THTR 126 and 426.

    Credits 3
  
  • THTR 128 - Introduction to Black Drama and Performance


    Introduction to the origins and development of Black American Drama and black practitioners of the theatre arts from 1800s to contemporary times. Duplicate credits cannot be earned for THTR 128 and THTR 428.

    Credits 3
  
  • THTR 140 - Beginning Singing for Actors


    Basic skills in musicianship, vocal production, breath support, and the use of the singing voice. Prepares students for private study and the musical theatre stage.

    Credits 3
  
  • THTR 175 - Introduction to Musical Theatre Literature


    (Same as DAN 175 and MUS 175.) Survey course intended to provide an appreciation of musical theatre, with primary focus on the contemporary musical.

    Credits 3
  
  • THTR 176 - Musical Theatre Workshop


    Workshop in the techniques of performance of material from musical plays.

    Credits 3
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • THTR 198 - Special Topics


    Study in special or unique areas of theatre. Topics announced in the class schedule each semester.

    Credits (1-4)
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • THTR 199 - Play Structure and Analysis I


    Introduction to the study of basic principles of script analysis: form, style, structure, theme. Survey of theatrical literature from Ancient Greece to the present.

    Credits 3
  
  • THTR 200 - Introduction to Design/Technology


    Introduction to the basic design and technical components of theatrical production, and their related goals, as they combine with acting to create theatre. Through lecture, projects, and discussion, students will attain a basic understanding of the collaborative nature of production. Course is co-taught by design and technology faculty.

    Credits 3
  
  • THTR 201 - Costume Design I


    Covers both civil and theatrical costume design. Major concerns of the stage costume designer addressed including: research methodology, the creation of period style, and the importance of both visual and verbal communication in the collaborative process. Participation in departmental productions integral to the course.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   and  .
  
  • THTR 202 - Scenic Design I


    Study and practice of design for the stage through controlled use of color, line, mass, space, and light. Techniques of scene painting and rendering. Participation in departmental productions integral to the course.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   and  .
    Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory.
  
  • THTR 203 - Lighting Design I


    Study of the historic, aesthetic, technical, and practical aspects of stage lighting. Participation in departmental productions integral to the course.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   and  .
    Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory.
  
  • THTR 204 - Theatre Technology I


    Fundamentals of technical theatre production. Includes a laboratory unit of a minimum of 40 hours and involves participation in crews for departmental productions.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   and  .
    Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours One hour lecture and two hours laboratory.
  
  • THTR 216 - Freshman Performance Laboratory


    Laboratory complements the freshman acting/voice and movement sequence courses. Explores and expands on basic techniques and methods presented in Acting Studio/Voice & Movement I and II. Lab time also used for scene presentations, workshops by guest artists or other activities specified by the instructor.

    Credits 0
    Notes Concurrent enrollment in THTR 230 & 231 and/or 330 & 331 required.
  
  • THTR 223 - Theatre for Senior Adults: Practical Application


    Ongoing laboratory class for advanced senior adult theatre students who wish to research and develop senior theatre projects. Particular attention paid to oral history and the dissemination of new plays for senior adults.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 122.
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • THTR 225 - Theatre for Senior Adults: Scene Study


    Intensive and extensive study in monologue and scene work. Role analysis and performance preparation adapted to the special requirements of most older adults, particularly in the areas of physicalizing a role, concentration, and line memorization. Emphasis given to scripts that show older adulthood from various ethnic, racial, and religious viewpoints.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 122.
  
  • THTR 230 - Voice and Movement for the Actor I


    Voice and movement technique for the actor. Focuses on developing alignment, coordination, strength, flexibility and mobility of the actor’s voice and body.

    Credits 3
    May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits.
    Notes For majors only.
  
  • THTR 231 - Acting: Basic Technique


    Beginning acting technique. Explores the actor’s craft through impulse, sense and emotional memory, subtext, action/objective and active listening.

    Credits 3
    May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits.
  
  • THTR 240 - Acting: Camera


    Introduction to the concept and practice of performing on camera and working with directors. Performance and discussion of scenes from television, film, and commercials. Discussion of the business of the entertainment industry.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 231.
  
  • THTR 243 - Staging for the Actor


    Co-taught with theatre and film faculty. Student actors work in collaboration with film student directors on assigned projects filmed in and out of class.

    Credits 3
  
  • THTR 245 - Basic Stage Combat


    Explores principles of stage violence in historical and contemporary theatre for beginning students.

    Credits 3
    Notes Participation as an actor/combatant required.
  
  • THTR 247 - Beginning Improvisation


    Exploration of basic theatrical improvisation for general students. Focuses on spontaneity, flexibility, and structure. Variety of theatrical styles and improvisational techniques explored.

    Credits 3
  
  • THTR 306 - Advanced Acting


    Scene and monologue study with emphasis on audition technique, character analysis, rehearsal process, and performance proficiency. Intended for non-majors only.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 105.
    May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits.
  
  • THTR 316 - Sophomore Performance Laboratory


    Laboratory complements the sophomore acting sequence courses. Explores and expands on basic techniques and methods presented in the Acting Studio III. IV and VIII. Lab time also be used for scene presentations, workshops by guest artists or other activities specified by the instructor.

    Credits 0
    Notes Concurrent enrollment in THTR 431, 467 or 471 is required.
  
  • THTR 322 - Oral History Theatre


    Focuses on the study of the development, structure and performance technique of oral history theatre revues. Methods presented along with guidelines for adapting the techniques to a variety of age groups participating in the revue process. Culminates with a class production of an actual revue in a community venue.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 122, THTR 199.
  
  • THTR 330 - Voice and Movement for the Actor II


    Voice and movement technique for the actor. Focuses on developing alignment, coordination, strength, flexibility and mobility of the actor’s voice and body. For majors only.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 230.
    May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits.
  
  • THTR 331 - Acting Studio II: Technique


    Intermediate acting technique. Continues the development of the actor’s craft. Topics include: action/objective, ensemble skills, beginning character development and scenework.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 231 and concurrent enrollment in THTR 330.
    May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits.
  
  • THTR 335 - Speech for the Actor I


    Beginning speech for the stage. Focuses on developing clear and intelligible speech for the stage. Topics include: articulation, International Phonetic Alphabet, phrasing, stress, rhythm, intensity, and clarity of thought.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 230.
    May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits.
  
  • THTR 340 - Intermediate Singing for Actors


    Continued instruction in vocal technique and its application to the musical theatre stage. Primary focus on vocal health and maintenance through the study of operatic vocal techniques.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 140.
  
  • THTR 341 - Advanced Acting for the Camera


    Combined monologue and scene study course. Focus on building, sustaining and developing a believable character and actor relationship, and transferring performance from stage to screen.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 231, 331.
  
  • THTR 342 - Acting: Daytime Drama (Soaps)


    Students learn rules and practice art of performing television daytime drama sometimes described as “soap operas.” Scene work done from actual soap opera scripts. Two-three camera set-ups utilized.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 240.
  
  • THTR 343 - Acting: Commercials


    Advanced course in commercial acting. Builds on the foundation for commercial auditioning and performing by introducing varying forms and techniques for copyreading, script analysis, handling products and scrip-in-hand techniques. Focuses on individual actor personality and marketing as well.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 240.
  
  • THTR 344 - Acting: Situation Comedy


    Students learn the rules and practice the art of performing television comedy. Scene work done from actual sit-com scripts. Two-three camera set-ups utilized.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 240.
  
  • THTR 345 - Movement for the Actor I


    Fundamentals of major movement disciplines and theoretical principles that underlie the most dynamic approaches in movement study for the actor. Students put theoretical principles into action and describe or critique major movement approaches.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 230 or THTR 231.
    May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits.
  
  • THTR 346 - Acting: Film


    Students work in collaboration with film directing students performing scenes from an actual movie script. Scenes viewed and evaluated on a big screen and an invited director from the Hollywood industry guest lectures on a regular basis.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 240.
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • THTR 347 - Acting for the Camera Director II


    AFC students work in collaboration with film directing students performing scenes from an actual movie script. Scenes viewed and evaluated on a big screen and an invited director from the Hollywood industry guest lectures on a regular basis.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 346.
  
  • THTR 353 - Theatre for Senior Adults: Practicum


    Students assigned a practical laboratory experience in a Senior Adult Theatre Performance – acting, directing, or technical support.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 225.
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • THTR 380 - Stage Management


    Study and practice of the art of theatre stage management. Participation in departmental productions integral to the course.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 200 and one of the following THTR 201, 202, 203 or 204.
  
  • THTR 401 - Costume Design II


    Exploration of the role of costume designer from first rough sketches to colored renderings to fabric selection. Other areas include: play/character analysis, presentation strategies and director/designer communication. Participation in departmental productions integral to the course.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 201.
    May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits.
  
  • THTR 402 - Scenic Design II


    Practical application of the principles of scenic, costume, and lighting design. Participation in departmental productions integral to the course.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 202.
    May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits.
  
  • THTR 403 - Lighting Design II


    Aesthetics and artistry of stage lighting design. Historical and contemporary solutions to lighting for theatre, dance, opera and television explored through design projects.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 203.
    May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits.
  
  • THTR 404 - Theatre Technology II


    Theory and practice of advanced scenery construction techniques; theatrical rigging and specialty materials as related to production demands of the Department of Theatre.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 204.
    May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits.
  
  • THTR 405 - Introduction to Design and Production


    Topics may include the following: Research techniques, period styles and decoration, portfolio development for admission to professional schools, realized design projects, stage design and the collaborative art, the designer’s process and professional ethics.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  ,  ,  ,  .
    Offered for three credits and may be repeated for up to six credits.
  
  • THTR 406 - CAD for the Theatre


    Explores the use of computer-aided drafting in theatre design and technology. Includes training in Minicad, Maclux Pro, and other Macintosh programs available for use in theatre design and technology practices.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 202, THTR 203, or THTR 204.
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • THTR 407 - Sound Design for the Theatre


    Art and technical implementation of sound design for theatrical production is developed through lectures, projects, research paper, demonstrations, and practical experience. Creation of sound design for a current production is required.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites THTR 204.
  
  • THTR 411 - Theatre Practicum II


    Students assigned a practical laboratory experience in Theatre Production - costume, scenery, lights, sound or props.

    Credits 1
    Prerequisites THTR 111.
    May be repeated for a maximum of four credits.
 

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