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SS - 290 Data-Driven Decision-Making Credits: 3
An introduction to generating and utilizing data to aid in decision-making within the sport organizations.
Prerequisite(s): SS 150 or MG 100 , SS 200 , and MOT/Mathematics
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SS - 300 Global Sport: The DeSales Experience Credits: 3
A concentrated examination of key issues in sport and sport management across the globe. Focal points of the course will include the application of management concepts to a multicultural organization and the sociocultural role of sport across continents.
Prerequisite(s): SS 150 or MG 100
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SS - 330 Sport Marketing and Promotions Credits: 3
An examination and utilization of basic marketing principles to the domain of sport. Topics will include sport products and services, marketing strategies, consumer behavior, research and information management, promotions, positioning and sponsorship.
Prerequisite(s): SS 200 and MK 201
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SS - 335 Principles of Coaching Credits: 3
Provides students with an understanding of athlete development and competitive performance at the youth, interscholastic and intercollegiate levels. Principles in sport psychology, sport pedagogy, sport physiology, and risk management will be applied to facilitate successful coaching. The examination for certification by the American Sport Education Program (ASEP) will be administered to all students in the class.
Prerequisite(s): None
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SS - 340 Sociological and Psychological Issues In Sport Credits: 3
Examines the contributions of various levels and forms of sport to a culture as well as ways that sociological phenomena influence sport participation. Additionally, psychological factors and principles related to individual athletic performance will be explored.
Prerequisite(s): None
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SS - 341 Sport and Media Relations Credits: 3
Provides an overview of the mass media industry, including the print, electronic, and broadcast media as they interface with the sport industry.
Prerequisite(s): None
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SS - 342 Sport Finance and Economics Credits: 3
Analyzes of financial and economic concepts applied to sport environments. Sport enterprises will be viewed as economic systems which must respond to changes in supply, demand, and market trends. Fundraising for various constituencies will also be explored.
Prerequisite(s): AB 217 , SS 200 , and EC 112 or EC 209
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SS - 343 Governance of Sport and Athletic Credits: 3
Explores the governing organizations of sport at the recreational, secondary, intercollegiate, professional, international, sport specific, and Olympic levels. In addition, sport specific governing bodies will be examined.
Prerequisite(s): None
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SS - 350 Sport Sales Credits: 3
An examination of the sport sales process and the importance of relationship building to create long-term partnerships between sport organizations and their consumers or business partners.
Prerequisite(s): SS 150 or MG 100 , and SS 200 or permission of the instructor
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SS - 400 Legal Issues in Sport Credits: 3
Analyzes issues and cases dealing with risk management, negligence, tort liability, discrimination, equipment and supervision in sport settings. Additionally, antitrust law, collective bargaining agreements, contract and labor law will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): SS 150 or permission of the instructor
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SS - 420 Sport Administration Credits: 3
Focuses on human resource management, motivation, interpersonal communication, staff development and evaluation, budgeting and fiscal management.
Prerequisite(s): SS 200
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SS - 430 International Sport Tourism: Issues and Impacts Credits: 3
An examination of sport tourism as a phenomenon, sport tourists, and the range of businesses within this industry. Students will investigate international sport tourism organizations, services, analyze issues including: facility/event financing, sport tourism impacts, globalization, with emphasis placed on management implications of sport tourism issues. Offered only in ACCESS.
Prerequisite(s): None
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SS - 440 Current Issues and Problems in Sport Management Credits: 3
Examines current research, issues, reform efforts, and trends in Sport Management. Also strategies for job search and career development are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): None
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SS - 450 Sport Management Internship Credits: 3
A planned field experience outside the classroom supervised by the internship provider. A 12-credit internship requires a minimum of 540 hours, maintaining a daily log, writing a report about the experience, and other projects. The 12-credit requirement may be met through a single course or through two 6-credit internships. Each requires a minimum of 270 on-site hours plus the log, report, and other projects.
Prerequisite(s): SS 200
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SS - 475 Ethics in Sport: Values Seminar Credits: 3
An examination of ethical principles and individual moral development to facilitate an ethical perspective for the future sport manager. Current issues, ethical dilemmas in the sport environment, organizational responsibility and professional ethics will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): TH 109
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SS - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
Development and implementation of student’s own research and/ or field experience in sport management under the guidance of a faculty member. The student must receive departmental approval of a preliminary proposal before registering for this course.
Prerequisite(s): None
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Supply Chain Management |
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SU - 303 Strategic Procurement and Financial Risk Management Credits: 3
This course covers decisions made regarding a wide range of options depending upon the level of vertical integration employed by an enterprise. This includes negotiation, contract management, and analysis of proposals. Outsourcing of functional and business activities within and outside an enterprise will be explored.
Prerequisite(s): MG 328
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SU - 304 Forecasting, Production and Inventory Planning Credits: 3
Treatment of the principles, models and techniques for the planning, analysis, and design of integrated production control systems. Course topics include forecasting, inventory management, production planning, project scheduling, and materials requirement planning problems with an emphasis on analytical modeling approaches and optimization methods used to obtain their solutions.
Prerequisite(s): MG 328
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SU - 452 Strategic Logistics and Materials Management Seminar Credits: 3
An advanced and integrated course with a focus on active integration of strategic logistics with a deeper exploration of materials management topics. Not recommended for non-majors.
Prerequisite(s): MG 325 , MG 328 , and senior standing
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SU - 454 Supply Chain Management Internship Credits: 3
Experiential learning opportunity in the field of supply chain management at an approved setting under professional supervision. Each student should choose a setting related to their personal, professional or vocational interests that will allow them to apply what they are learning in their supply chain management courses. Recommended settings include businesses, nonprofits and government institutions. Permission of the instructor and Career Development Center is required.
Prerequisite(s): None
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SU - 455 Special Topics in Supply Chain Management Credits: 3
An opportunity to pursue in a structured setting a topic of current interest or specialized focus not available in other supply chain management courses.
Prerequisite(s): None
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SU - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
Development and implementation of student’s own research in supply chain management under the guidance of a faculty member. The student must receive departmental approval of a preliminary proposal before registering for this course.
Prerequisite(s): None
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Television and Film |
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TV - 125 Summer Video Institute Credits: 3
An introduction to the theories and techniques of digital movie making. Working with state-of-the- art technology, students will write, shoot, and edit films of their own creation. Early projects focus on equipment and production techniques.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TV - 160 TV/Film History and Appreciation Credits: 3
Examines the history of film through weekly screening of classics, readings, and discussions. The goal is to explore how society influences film and ways that film influence society and culture. Students will also learn about the techniques, styles, formats and genres that have developed over the years and how they have influenced modern cinema.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TV - 225 Basic Studio Production Credits: 3
Presents hands-on training in use of high-definition studio video equipment and the operation of a television studio. Editing techniques for single and three-camera formats will be covered. Each student will direct two live productions (an interview and Sitcom/ Soap Opera). Non-TV/Film Major students who desire access to film/editing equipment must satisfactorily complete this course. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TV - 230 Introduction to Radio Credits: 3
Surveys the medium of radio, focusing on the history and technology of broadcasting and contemporary programming. It also carefully examines the structure of programming, regulations and problems of the contemporary medium, as well as the role it plays in informing and entertaining listeners today.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TV - 240 Acting for the Camera Credits: 3
Builds on theatre acting skills and adapts them for the camera. Students will become familiar with the single camera and three camera technique used for film and television acting as well as television, film scene analysis, and television studio equipment. Actual film scripts will be used. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 210 or TR 211
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TV - 252 Screenwriting Credits: 3
Focuses on introductory techniques regarding writing for the screen. The creative process from the proposal of a script idea to its completed shooting form will be discussed, including concept, characterization and format, with an emphasis on structure. Students will be expected to write multiple short-form screenplays.
Prerequisite(s): TV 160
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TV - 280 Special Topics in TV and Film Credits: 3
An opportunity to pursue in a structured setting a topic of current interest or specialized focus not covered extensively elsewhere in the TV/Film curriculum. Course fee varies by topic.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TV - 290 Media Literacy Credits: 3
Focuses on the ability to strategically access, analyze, evaluate, and produce communication in a variety of forms from a personal perspective. Through the study of theoretical material, critical review of media artifacts and ethical practices, as well as production exercises, students will investigate ways in which the media shape our perceptions and influence our understanding of social issues and events.
Prerequisite(s): TV 160
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TV - 310 Documentary Credits: 3
This course offers hands-on training in documentary story telling. Students will learn the fundamental skills that go into producing documentaries by researching, writing and producing two short pieces. Through lectures, readings and tests, the course also offers a general view of influential documentary movements from early cinema to the present. A significant portion of the course load happens outside of the classroom. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 160 and TV 370
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TV - 320 Production and Distribution Credits: 3
Examines the business side of media production and distribution. Traditional and non-traditional forms of funding and distribution will be discussed including Crowdfunding and Kickstarter Campaigns on Social Media. Students will produce TV commercials, and corporate videos for local businesses.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TV - 330 Comedy Writing Credits: 3
Requires you to write weekly short comedy sketches based on specific topics. Students will utilize black-outs, call-outs, rule of three, contrast of characters and contrast of time periods. Culminates in writing and producing web series.
Prerequisite(s): TV 160 & TV 252
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TV - 340 Multimedia Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CS 270 .
A study in visual design for time-based media. Focus is placed on computer-based graphics, 2D animation and motion graphics incorporating multimedia elements such as text, graphics, video, and sound. Course fee.
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TV - 350 Advanced Acting for the Camera Credits: 3
Applies the concepts learned in TR 250 Technical Drawing to drafting with Vectorworks and AutoCAD on the computer. Students will learn to draft lighting plots in Vectorworks and 2-dimensional scenery in AutoCAD using industry standard practices. Course fee. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 240 , TR 211 or TR 210
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TV - 352 Intermediate Screenwriting Credits: 3
Builds on material learned in TV 252 . Requires writing, rewriting, and workshopping of a complete, 30 page narrative screenplay or the first 30 pages of an original pilot television script. Includes lecture and in-class reading of student work.
Prerequisite(s): TV 252 or permission of Department Chair
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TV - 360 Screendance Credits: 3
Cross-listed with DA 360
An introduction course which explores the possibilities that exist within the hybrid art form. The course will explore the aesthetic, theoretical, historical and cultural representations of the body through images and media. Through the lens, students will be exposed to the practice and creative process of capturing and responding to the body in motion. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TV - 365 American Film and History Credits: 3
An in depth exploration of how American film has reflected and shaped history. Class includes films that have explored morays and values and how each era has redirected film making. Focusing on post WWII through the present, class examines how films create a picture of the American culture.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TV - 370 Lighting, Sound and Editing Credits: 3
An introduction to crafts of lighting, sound recording and editing and motion picture editing for television and film. This course is designed for a practical exploration of tools, techniques, and styles related to film studio and location production, and software-based postproduction. The focus is on production with bi-weekly video projects. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 225
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TV - 371 Sound Techniques Credits: 3
A hands-on course on gathering, treating, mixing, and editing audio. As an essential part of a filmmaker’s skill set, the student will be taught a wide range of technological and aesthetic techniques for digital sound recording.
Prerequisite(s): TV 225
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TV - 373 Editing Credits: 3
An advanced course in editing for the screen. Students will learn sophisticated editing techniques through a combination of classroom lecture and hands-on projects. Students will serve to demonstrate a growing competence in industry-level editing. Avid and Adobe Premiere systems will be used.
Prerequisite(s): TV 370
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TV - 380 Directing I Credits: 3
A hands-on training in the visual audio, and story elements that go into making a non-studio based fictional piece. Students make short films that are critiqued for creativity and technique. Labs include screening films for discussion. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 210 , TV 225 , and TV 370
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TV - 392 3D Animation Production I Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CS 392 .
An introduction to animating and texturing using pre-made 3D models. Students will focus on the animation principles and how to technically manipulate them using 3D animation software. No prior knowledge in 3D animation software is necessary. Course fee
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TV - 395 Production Management Credits: 3
Explores the role of a Producer and/or Production Manager on a film set, studio or location to better prepare the student for a future in corporate or independent film making. Emphasis of the Producer’s role during preproduction, production, and postproduction including: budgeting; cast and crew assembly; management; generating and following scene breakdown, call sheets; and the running of a set. Projects generated must be entered in local and international film festivals. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 370
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TV - 399 Professional Internship Credits: 3
An internship project designed to provide students with first hand work experience in industry fields of particular interest to them. Regular fieldwork in television/radio/film studios is coupled with tutorial sessions and readings.
Prerequisite(s): TV/Film junior status or permission of the Department Chair
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TV - 400 Advanced Video Institute Credits: 3
Designed to offer students an intermediate approach to digital filmmaking. Students will learn proper framing techniques, sound recording, camera stabilization equipment, and non-linear editing.
Prerequisite(s): TV 125
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TV - 450 Cinematography Credits: 3
A hands-on course that explores intermediate to advanced topics, tools, and techniques of cinematography applied to single-camera digital video production for narrative film and television. Lighting theories and concepts, camera technology and techniques, digital camera workflow, and the principles of composition and visual storytelling are discussed and put into practice. Students will work in various crew positions in camera, grip, and electric departments to shoot both individual and class projects. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 370
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TV - 452 Advanced Screenwriting Credits: 3
Builds on material learned in TV 252 and TV 352 . An intensive study and workshop. Students will write a feature length screenplay and/or original pilot television scripts. Completed draft(s) of a screenplay(s) required upon the completion of the class. Includes lecture and in-class reads of student work.
Prerequisite(s): TV 252 and TV 352
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TV - 480 Advanced Directing Credits: 3
Building on the skills learned in Directing I, this course focuses on the development of their visual storytelling skills. Emphasis is placed on communicating and working with actors, dramatic analysis of story and screenplays, preparation and pre-visualization, and using the camera as the primary visual narrator of narrative film and television. Students direct and critique short digital video projects. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 380
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TV - 495 Capstone in Film Credits: 3
A challenging capstone course that prepares students for the television and film industry. Creative collaboration is emphasized. Seniors work hands-on as department heads and/or creative leads on short film projects chosen by students and faculty. All phases and workflows of pre-production, single-camera digital production, and post-production are covered. Career skills such as resume writing, producing creative reels, and preparing for interviews are also covered. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TV 380 ; TV 395 orTV 480
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TV - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
Enables qualified TV/Film majors to initiate, plan, and carry out a private investigation in any area of the electronic media industry. The proposal for such a project must be submitted to a faculty member for approval in the semester prior to the proposed independent study project. Permission of the Department Chair is also required.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TV - 3831 First-Year Practicum in TV/Film Credits: 1
Practical experience working in all areas of film and television production, scheduling, and management. All TV/Film majors must sign up for this one-credit practicum during their first semester at the University. This first-year practicum teaches the student both camera and editing terminology and basics. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be familiar with shooting and editing as well as producing a personal profile. All TV/Film majors must complete a total of six one-credit practica, including at least one first-year practicum and one senior practicum. Practicum course numbers and sections can be repeated up to a total of six times for credit toward fulfilling graduation requirements. Course fee.
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TV - 3841 Traditional Practicum for TV/Film Majors in Production Management Credits: 1
Practical experience working in all areas of film and television production, scheduling, and management. Students are free to design their own project-based focus or to pursue approved field study/experiential learning opportunity in the local industry. The Traditional Practicum is ordinarily completed between the second semester of the first year and the second semester of junior year. All TV/Film majors must complete a total of six one-credit practica, including at least one first-year practicum and one senior practicum. Practicum course numbers and sections can be repeated up to a total of six times for credit toward fulfilling graduation requirements. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TV - 3851 Senior Practicum for TV/Film Majors In Production Management Credits: 1
All TV/Film majors must sign up for this one-credit practicum as a first-semester senior. This course is designed to prepare seniors for the spring capstone course. Short film projects are pitched and selected by students and faculty. Above the Line (ATL) crew positions for the projects are determined, and pre-production is launched. Focus is on pitching, screenplay development, fundraising, scheduling, casting, and location scouting. Career exploration in film and television is also covered. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 101 Introduction to the Theatre Credits: 3
A survey of the field of theatre. Emphasis will be placed on the reading and detailed analysis of plays as the foundation for all creative work in the theatre. In addition, students will be introduced to the forms and modes of drama as well as the contributions of the playwright, actor, director, and designer to play production.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 102 Training the Speaking Voice Credits: 3
An introduction to voice production and articulation for the stage. The focus is on exercises in voice production, discovery and release of the natural voice, breathing, support, resonance, flexibility, and control. The course also introduces the International Phonetic Alphabet and the development of standard non-regional speech.
Prerequisite(s): TR 101
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TR - 103 Movement for the Actor Credits: 3
An exploration of the expressive capacity of the actor’s physical instrument. A variety of movement disciplines will be offered to help the actor gain physical awareness, flexibility, alignment, strength, and the overall physical availability necessary for meeting the unique demands of acting. Satisfies the PE activity requirement. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 143 Introduction to Theatre Technology Credits: 3
An introduction to the backstage crafts of theatre production. This lecture and laboratory course is designed to give students experience in backstage and shop safety, production techniques, and the terminology of technical theatre. Half the semester is spent in the scene shop and half is spent in the costume shop. The course requires active participation on two backstage crews for ACT ONE productions. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 210 Fundamental of Acting for Non-Majors Credits: 3
A study of acting as an art and a craft. The course focuses on exercises that help develop the student’s imagination, concentration, relaxation, as well as the physical and vocal instrument. Improvisation, monologue, and scene work are utilized to develop technique and understanding. Not open to students in the musical theatre and acting for the stage and screen tracks in the Theatre major.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 211 Fundamentals of Acting Credits: 3
A course in the art and craft of acting. The course is designed to free the acting student to behave truthfully under imaginary circumstances and commit fully to the dramatic moment. The work progresses from individual and group exercises to scenes from contemporary texts.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 212 Intermediate Acting Credits: 3
An intermediate course for the developing actor. This course aims to deepen the actor’s proficiency with the techniques and processes introduced in the Fundamentals course. Students practice a regimen of exercises that establish an expanded foundation upon which to build their craft. This course emphasizes the reality of doing, emotional connection, and scene work which can create performances of genuine quality in any medium.
Prerequisite(s): TR 210 OR TR 211
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TR - 214 Musical Theatre Credits: 3
Practical training and experience in musical theatre performance. This course will focus on the particular challenges that musical theatre presents as distinct from non-musical theatre. Performance techniques will emphasize the skills necessary for successful presentation of a musical number by an actor. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 211
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TR - 221 History of the Theatre I Credits: 3
A survey of theatrical history from pre-historic origins to the Italian Renaissance with special emphasis on the conventions of the Greek, Roman and Oriental theatre. The course includes treatment of the historical background, dramatic forms, plays and playwrights, and the physical theatre in the various periods.
Prerequisite(s): TR 101 or equivalent
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TR - 222 History of the Theatre II Credits: 3
A survey of theatrical history from the Elizabethan Age to the early twentieth century with special emphasis on the rise of Realism and the anti-realistic movements that arose in response. The course includes treatment of the historical background, dramatic forms, plays and playwrights, and the physical theatre in the various periods.
Prerequisite(s): TR 101 or equivalent
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TR - 226 Costume History Credits: 3
A study of clothing styles from early civilization to the present day with emphasis on research and the creation of a visual reference collection.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 240 Elements of Design Credits: 3
An introductory study of the concepts, terminologies, and standard practices of creating an artistic composition. Students will combine the elements of design to create imaginative, individual, artistic projects that communicate ideas in a visual format. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 242 Stagecraft Credits: 3
An in-depth look at safety in the workplace and advanced construction techniques. The course includes instruction in advanced joinery, rigging, and MIG welding techniques. This course builds upon the scenery construction principles introduced in TR 143 . Theoretical and practical work is involved. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 143 or permission of instructor
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TR - 246 Scene Painting Credits: 3
A course of instruction in painting techniques for the stage. The classroom experience will include lecture and discussion of theory and practical application of those theories as actual paintings. Projects begun in class will be completed as studio homework. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 143 or permission of the instructor
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TR - 250 Technical Drawing Credits: 3
An introduction to the standard practices of drafting used in the communication of design for the stage. Drafting projects in the areas of sets and lights will be required of all students. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 261 Stage Management Credits: 3
A course that explores the techniques and methods used in stage management for all types of theatrical productions. Emphasis is put on production books, blocking, calling cues, and communication with the production team, director, and actors.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 263 Pattern Drafting and Draping Credits: 3
An introduction to pattern drafting and draping for theatrical costumes. Students will learn to draft patterns from measurements, to manipulate basic patterns for different forms of clothing, and the fundamentals of draping a garment. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 143 or permission of the instructor
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TR - 270 Stage Combat Credits: 3
A studio course in stage combat technique and practice. The work is experiential. Safety is the primary concern in creating the illusion of violence for the stage. Content includes a variety of stage combat disciplines, including both unarmed and armed techniques.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 272 Stage Make-Up Credits: 3
Centers around the treatment of materials, theory, and application of character, three-dimensional, old age, and fantasy make-up. Each student is required to purchase a make-up kit. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 280 Introduction to Lighting Technology Credits: 3
An introduction to the basic mechanics of lighting for the theatre. The course will cover basic electricity, instruments, accessories, lighting control systems, paperwork, troubleshooting, and organization of a production for lighting.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 281 Introduction to Sound Technology Credits: 3
An Introduction to contemporary technology and practices in theatre sound.
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TR - 302 Advanced Training: Speaking Voice Credits: 3
A continuation of the exploration of the actor’s voice as an instrument. The emphasis will be on vocal development in placement, articulation, breathing and body awareness and text analysis of elevated language, primarily Shakespeare.
Prerequisite(s): TR 102 , TR 211 , and TR 212
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TR - 310 Contemporary Theatre Credits: 3
An examination of the developments in theatre of the past thirty years. This course will primarily consider the work of playwrights who are forces in the contemporary theatre and who continue to exert a major influence on the future of theatrical art. The work of contemporary directors, designers, and theatre groups will also be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 311 Advanced Acting Credits: 3
An advanced course in the art and craft of acting. Emphasis in this course is on the actor’s transformation into character through scene work taken from a broad range of modern, Shakespearean, and contemporary texts. This course is an extension of the prerequisite acting courses and will draw from techniques and perspectives covered in them.
Prerequisite(s): TR 212
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TR - 314 Advanced Musical Theatre Credits: 3
Advanced study in musical theatre acting and techniques as they pertain to musical theatre scene work. Particular emphasis on scene-into-song transitions, script and score analysis, and characterization work. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): FA 1121 and TR 214
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TR - 322 Fundamentals of Directing Credits: 4
A study of the basic principles of directing. Two practical directing projects will be required for presentation in Studio Theatre (ACT TWO): a short two character scene from a full-length play and a longer cutting from a full-length or one-act play. Lecture and laboratory course. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 101 , TR 143 , and TR 210 or TR 211
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TR - 331 Modern European Drama Credits: 3
A survey of the development of European drama in the modern era. The course begins with an exploration of the birth of Realism in playwriting, acting, and staging and continues through subsequent movements that broke with this tradition.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 332 Modern American Drama Credits: 3
A survey of American drama with special emphasis on the critical developments of “the modern,” in the context of the political and social movements of the first half of the twentieth century.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 341 Basic Design, Scenery Credits: 3
A consideration of principles and techniques of set design. Fundamentals of drafting will be taught. Emphasis will be placed on research, development, and communication of the design. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 342 Basic Design, Costume Credits: 3
A consideration of the principles and techniques of costume design. Emphasis will be placed on research, development, and communication of the design. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 343 Basic Design, Lighting Credits: 3
A consideration of the principles and techniques of lighting design. Emphasis will be placed on research, development, and communication of the design. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 280
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TR - 344 Basic Design, Sound Credits: 3
A consideration of the principles and techniques of sound design. Emphasis will be placed on research, development, and communication of the design.
Prerequisite(s): TR 281
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TR - 345 Special Topics in Theatre Credits: 3
An opportunity for faculty to present a topic of specialized focus not covered extensively elsewhere in the Theatre curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): TR 101 , TR 143 , or consent of the instructor
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TR - 350 CAD Drafting for the Theatre Credits: 3
Applies the concepts learned in TR-250 (Technical Drawing) to drafting with Vectorworks on the computer. Students will learn to draft 2 and 3-dimensional scenery as well as lighting plots in Vectorworks using industry standard practices. Course fee
Prerequisite(s): TR 250
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TR - 363 Theatre Practicum in Stage Management Credits: 3
Involves practical experience in stage management of an ACT ONE production. For successful completion of this course, normally a student will apply and be selected to be the production stage manager for a mainstage production.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 365 Theatre Practicum: Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Credits: 3
Involves participation as an intern in the areas of acting, technical work, or management with the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, a summer professional theatre company, which is an outgrowth of the Performing Arts Division.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 367 Advanced Lighting Design Credits: 3
Advanced theoretical study and practice in the area of lighting design. Diverse design methodologies, advanced technology and troubleshooting techniques will be discussed. Students should expect large scale design projects. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 280 and TR 343
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TR - 399 Professional Internship Credits: 3
An internship project designed to provide students with first hand work experience in theatre or theatre-related fields. Students must comply with University Internship guidelines.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in the Theatre Department or permission of Department Chair.
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TR - 402 Shakespeare Performance Credits: 3
A Shakespeare performance course for a select group of student actors whose primary focus is to learn the principles of textual analysis with emphasis on rhetorical and poetic devices, leading to the application of that analysis in performance. The course culminates in public performance.
Prerequisite(s): TR 212
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TR - 411 Advanced Directing Credits: 4
Study of principles and application of techniques for advanced directing projects: including period plays and anti-realistic styles. Two practical projects will be required for presentation in Studio Theatre (ACT TWO). Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): TR 322
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TR - 418 Acting Styles Credits: 3
An actor’s investigation of dramatic action revealed in the behaviors that a group of characters exhibit in the world of a given play. Study of historical periods and their respective theatrical conventions and representative plays, analysis, and work on vocal and physical technique, will be applied to scenes and monologues from classical texts.
Prerequisite(s): TR 212 and TR 311 or permission of the instructor
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TR - 451 Coordinating Seminar Credits: 3
A seminar in theatre for graduating seniors. Students re-examine and integrate key elements in the theatre curriculum and undertake career planning. The role and form of the theatre as an industry and art form is examined in its artistic and societal functions. Various projects, workshops, and guest lectures will be utilized. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 452 Integrating Experience Credits: 4
An integrating seminar involving the seniors in a total theatre experience. The course guides the seniors in the formation of their own company, which in turn produces a play for children. This play is presented in the Schubert Theatre on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings during the latter part of the semester. Tuesdays and Thursdays must be free of curricular and extracurricular commitments, 8:00 - 5:00, so as to allow for the rehearsal and building of the production.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 460 Senior Showcase Credits: 3
Integration of acting, voice, movement and the practical business of getting work in the industry. The objective of the course is to mount a showcase production to be viewed by industry professionals in New York City. Meets for six hours per week. Entrance by audition for senior status students only.
Prerequisite(s): TR 451
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TR - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
Enables qualified Theatre majors to initiate, plan and carry out a private investigation in any area of theatre. The proposal for such a project must be submitted to a department faculty member for his/her approval in the semester prior to registration for the course. Permission of department chair is also required.
Prerequisite(s): None
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TR - 3611 Theatre Practicum for Theatre Majors in Performance/Production Credits: 1
Practical experience working on two ACT 1 productions in a semester in the areas of performance and/or production work. All theatre majors must sign up for a one-credit practicum each semester beginning with the second semester of the first year. Successful completion of TR-3611 through TR 3623 is a requirement of all tracks in the theatre department.
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