THR-101 Introduction to the T h e a t re is a study of live theatre and of how it is produced, how it has developed historically and culturally, and how it is analyzed and evaluated. This is primarily a theory course, but it also includes theatre-going assign- ments. 3 lec., 3 cre d i t s
❱General Education Course
THR-110 Basic Acting Te c h n i q u e s utilizes practical exercises to aid the beginning actor in developing tech- nique from which to build self confi- dence and believable characterizations. The course stresses the importance of self-discipline in developing cre a t i v i t y and freedom in voice and movement. Assignments include the pre s e n t a t i o n of scenes from various works during the semester. 2 lec., 2 lab., 3 cre d i t s THR-111 Oral Interpretation of L i t e r a t u re e x p l o res the development of perf o rmance and vocal techniques in the oral presentation of all types of lit- e r a t u re. The use of variety in pitch, vol- ume, tempo, and attitude is stressed in communicating the author’s meaning t h rough the reader to the audience. Following specific guidelines, most of the literature is selected directly by each student. 3 lec., 3 cre d i t s THR-113 Movement for the P e rf o rming Art i s t is a practical course in directing the student to expe- rience, explore, and visualize move- ments. The aim of the course is to help the actor become a more physically s e c u re and expressive perf o rm e r. 3 hours, 2 cre d i t s
THR-114 Audition Te c h n i q u e s is a practical course which helps the stu- dent investigate, select, and pre p a re audition material appropriate to the individual and the audition call. The course includes exercises in handling “cold” readings and in learning to look at auditions from the casting dire c t o r ’s point of view. 2 lec., 2 cre d i t s THR-116 Theatre Pro d u c t i o n Wo r k s h o p is a practical course that p roduces a selected dramatic work as a result of collective class involvement in casting, set design and constru c t i o n , lighting, costuming, make-up, pro m o- tion, rehearsal, stage management, and perf o rmance. The workshop culmi- nates in a public perf o rmance of the p ro j e c t .
4 lec., 4 credits
THR-117 Theatre Perf o rmance and P ro d u c t i o n is a practical course in which students are introduced to act- ing and/or technical production. As a p a rt of the course, students will actu- ally be involved in theatre pro d u c t i o n s . 2 hours, 2 cre d i t s
THR-120 Stage Makeup p rovides a practical approach to makeup tech- niques for theatre and related art s . T h rough practical experience, students investigate basic, character, and styl- ized makeup. 1 lec., 1 lab., 1 cre d i t
THR-124 Dance Experience is a practical and critical introduction to various dance forms. By attending per- f o rmances, tracing the development of the particular form, studying the demands the art form makes upon its p e rf o rmers, discussing critics’ views, and evaluating the experience, stu- dents are exposed to broad re p re s e n- tation of dance experiences. 3 hours, 3 cre d i t s
THR-131 Introduction to Stagecraft and Lighting i n t roduces the student to the theory and practice of stage- craft. It includes study in scene design, practice in construction of sets, and the setting and control of lighting. 2 lec., 2 lab., 3 cre d i t s THR-132 Stage Management is an analysis of the techniques and re s p o n- sibilities of the stage manager in the various forms of the perf o rming art s . A reas of study include stage manage- ment in the theatre, concerts, and television. 1 lec., 1 cre d i t THR-136 Stage Electrics i s designed to familiarize the student with the fundamental skills re q u i s i t e to actualizing lighting and sound designs. Emphasis is given to the identification, use, and maintenance of equipment, as well as to basic elec- t ronics theory and practice. Special attention is given to basic theories and aesthetics of light and sound as design elements. 4 hours, 3 cre d i t s THR-140 Introduction to the C i n e m a is a study of film as an art f o rm. The course is designed to awak- en a more sensitive and critical response to the cinema through an understanding of its form, content, development, and criticism. Films are s c reened to demonstrate these ele- ments. 2 lec., 2 lab., 3 cre d i t s ❱General Education Course THR-150 Summer Theatre Wo r k s h o p is an intensive, practical course in the requisite skills in pro- ducing a live theatrical pro d u c t i o n . Students will be exposed to all are a s of the theatre crafts. A selected play will be completely produced for public p resentation. This will be accom- plished through collective class involvement in play selection, casting, rehearsal, stage management, make- up, set design and construction, light- ing, costuming, promotion, and perf o r- mance. 6 hours, 6 cre d i t s
THR-210 Scene Study includes advanced work in characterization, vocal and body control, and exercise in the development of style and technique relevant to scenes and plays selected for study and presen- tation. 2 lec., 2 lab., 3 credits Prerequisite: THR-110 THR-236 Lighting Design is a practical course in the principles and actual techniques of lighting design. Course work includes lectures, demonstrations, and lab sessions on equipment, color optics, and the set - ting and control of lighting for all forms of stage performance. A por - tion of the course is devoted to the contemporary lighting techniques used in clubs and rock concerts. 3 hours, 3 credits
Prerequisite: TH-136
THR-240 The Classic Cinema is an in-depth study of the style, phi- losophy, and significance of selected directors and films. 3 lec., 3 credits Prerequisite: TH-140
THR-464 Co-Op Work Experience (Stage Technology) is a field work course in pre-production, production, and/or shop work arranged on an individual basis by the student. The student must attend periodic semi- nars and/or prepare reports or other projects as required by the Theatr e Arts faculty. Credit is based on a pre-determined number of hours/weeks worked in an approved theatre shop, or other entertainment facility. Job placement assistance is available through the Co-Op office. 1 lec., plus 240 minimum hours work experience distributed over the semester, 4 credits.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Head
TRV – TRAVEL & TOURISM
TRV-101 Introduction to Travel and Tourism is an introductory course which helps to familiarize the student with the impact of travel and tourism in our country and abroad. Students gain an over-all view of the various phases of tourism in the U.S. and around the world. Latest developments in air- lines, cruises, rail and ground trans - port are studied. This course is not travel-agent specific.
3 lec., 3 credits
TRV-103 Travel Area Studies is a global course geared to the travel and tourism student. Time zones and IATA (International Air Transport Association) conferences throughout the world, and resort/regional map- work in the United States and worldwide will be included. Students read regional/global research materials and plan itiner - aries for specified destinations. Destination video tapes are viewed. 3 lec., 3 credits
TRV-104 Travel-Electronic Ticketing SABRE is a hands-on course utilizing a frame-by-frame, lesson-by-lesson program simula- tion. The course includes creating PNRs (Passenger Name Records) on the computer and booking reserva- tions off-line. A computer printer is used for practice in printing of tick- ets. 2 lec., 2 lab., 3 credits Co-requisite: TRV-101 or by permis- sion of the Department Head TRV-204 Travel Planning and Marketing explores the world of corporate, group, incentive, resort, and vacation travel and tourism. Students review corporate travel policies/manuals, develop/package group tours, discuss incentive travel used for employee motivation and organization fund raising. Prime vacation locations/properties are examined. Students explore a vari - ety of techniques used in the indus- try to attract visitors to the most popular destinations. Students develop several domestic, interna- tional, resort, and special-interest vacations from original concept to conclusion. 3 lec., 3 credits Prerequisite: TRV-101
TRV-205 Travel Documentation Lab offers the student a course in the detailed documentation work in travel agencies. ARC (Airline Reporting Corporation) manuals guide the preparation of reconcilia - tion reports, other required forms and agency documents such as MCOs (Miscellaneous Charge Orders) and Ticket (REN) Exchanges. Students gain actual hands-on expe- rience using non-validated training materials for the work of this course. Students must be able to touch type. 2 lab., 1 credit Prerequisite: OFF-101 and TRV-101
TRV-206 Travel and Tourism Management-Electronic is a course designed for students plan- ning to become professionals in the travel and tourism industry. Computer software covers back- office streamlining and offers the student the opportunity to learn quick and easy ways to read com- puter run-offs for keeping track of commissions from airlines, hotels, car rental agencies, and transfer transportation.
1 lec., 2 lab., 2 credits
Prerequisite: OFF-101 and TRV-101 TRV-207 Travel and Tourism Study-Abroad combines classroom instruction with foreign field study. Ten hours of classroom study are devoted to an investigation of the social/cultural/ tourism aspects of the destination. The subsequent one-week field study-abroad includes visits to tourism related industries at the destination. 3 credits
Prerequisite: TRV-101
TRV-210 Corporate Travel discuss- es topics specific to corporate travel and familiarizes the student with dif - ferent types of travel delivery. Topics include corporate accounts, special- ized services, operating a corporate travel department and international corporate travel. 3 lec., 3 credits Prerequisite: TRV-101 or by permission of the Department Head TRV-461-464 Co-Op Work Experience (Travel) enables the student to learn and practice travel industry skills under profes- sional guidance in a college approved work environment. The students work is supervised by a trained faculty member. All student appointments must be approved by the Co-Op Coordinator. Co-Op job placement assistance is available through the Co-Op office. TRV-461 1 lec., plus 60 minimum hours work experience distributed over the semester, 1 credit TRV-462 1 lec., plus 120 minimum hours work experience distributed over the semester, 2 credits TRV-463 1 lec., plus 180 minimum hours work experience distributed over the semester, 3 credits TRV-464 1 lec., plus 240 minimum hours work experience distributed over the semester, 4 credits Prerequisite: TRV-101
VET – VETERINARY