Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
This course is a study of the problems involved in developing an integrative safety, health and environmental program for an industrial or commercial establishment. It involves safety, health, and environmental education, safe worker practices, recognition and elimination of health hazards, machinery guards, and emergency treatment for industrial accidents.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
This course is a study of the problems involved in developing quality practices and technologies for an industrial or commercial establishment. Students will develop a quality training curriculum, the rationale for continual improvement, and the requirements for implementing quality.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
This course is a study of survey of manufacturing processes for metals and polymers. Students will learn about selecting the appropriate manufacturing processes, major processing actions, design for manufacturability, types of automation, physical and mechanical properties of metals, advantage of plastics, classifications of wood, ceramics, and composites, and reasons for packaging.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
This course is a study of planning and controlling production processes. Students will study inventory control, capacity planning, production activity control, scheduling, lean production, theory of constraints, and purchasing issues.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
This course is a study to meet project constraints in the industrial technology sector. Students will understand the job of project planning, project communication needs, budgets, scheduling and project duration.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor.
Students will study how technology is used in designing, processing, and delivering products and using appropriate transportation, warehousing, and logistics. Students will study role of third party logistics providers, compute order quantities, and safety stock.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or consent of the instructor.
This course is aimed at preparing students for careers in industry. Students will develop creative problem solving abilities necessary for innovation in the technology field. Students will learn how to filter ideas and build into opportunities, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, and preparing a presentation for investors.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or consent of the instructor.
This course is a study of the techniques and procedures for developing efficient facilities layout. The material helps students understand routing sheets, balancing an assembly line, utilize the block diagram to analyze flow, need for facilities such as parking lot and cafeteria in support of employee needs, and allocation appropriate space and location for each function within the enterprise.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or consent of the instructor.
This course is a study of energy sources and how the sources produce usable power, and future trends in the area of energy technology. It enables students to differentiate among renewable, nonrenewable, and inexhaustible energy sources; present energy consumption trends in the United States and worldwide; and factors that influence the exploration and development of different energy resources.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or consent of the instructor.
This course introduces students to construction technology; tools, and equipment; building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical codes; Americans with Disabilities Act; appropriate clothing and protective devices for the job; tasks that are done before site work begins; sequence of tasks in constructing a building; and commercial, industrial, and engineered construction.
Using a historical lens to understand how women have been instrumental in the development of American theatre, how women work in theatre today, and how women will participate in the theatre of tomorrow.
Basic laboratory experience associated with the semester’s productions. Assigned tasks in performance and/or production. May be repeated once for credit.
This is a performance oriented course that focuses on developing the foundational skills in vocal production for the stage. Students will be introduced to exercises in relaxation, alignment, breath support, resonance, articulation, and phonation. Techniques for assessing emotional and psychological truths will be practiced as well as drawing emotional connections to sounds, words, and images. Students will study the International Phonetic Alphabet to understand regional and standard American dialects.
This course uses the principles of Sanford Meisner, Stella Adler, and Michael Chekhov. Actors will continue their studies in living truthfully under heightened and imagined circumstances. Students will be introduced to how to emotionally prepare to enter a scene. These techniques will be applied to monologues and scene work.
Analysis of the theatre experience, especially from the viewpoint of the spectators. Aesthetic principles involved in all phases of the theatrical art. The development of this art by mankind.
An examination of scientists as portrayed by playwrights throughout history; the course includes a basis in script analysis, appreciation of the art form of playwriting with a writing emphasis.
Prerequisite(s): Must be enrolled in one of the following fields of study (major, minor, or concentration): Theater.
Basic instruction in the history and application of dance in theatre including tap, jazz, ballroom, and/or modern dance. Instruction may be related to productions being prepared for public presentation. May be repeated one time for credit.
Analysis of the dynamics, messages, themes, images, language, and historical/biographical background of plays drawn from different periods, genres, and styles.
History and theory of playwriting, directing, acting, and production from the post-Renaissance era through the mid-twentieth century. Includes a unit on non-Western theatre.
A study of selected acclaimed plays from the contemporary theatre, including, but not limited to, musical theatre, African-American and other minority drama, and other significant dramatic works. Also includes discussion of leading theatrical figures and movements that have defined the contemporary theatre and inspired avant garde theatrical production. May be repeated for credit.
A study of the history and development of the musical theatre art form. Also includes discussion of leading theatrical figures and movements that defined the musical theatre art form.
A holistic exploration of management styles in various entertainment and production environments. Emphasis will be placed on communication skills, facility and people management, team building, stress management, efficiency, productivity, and organizational methodologies.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1513 or consent of instructor.
Principles in practice in computer-aided drafting for the performing arts. Application of standard graphic language in scenic design and technical production.
This course is an advanced study of acting based on the techniques of Sanford Meisner, Stella Adler, and Michael Chekhov. Actors will continue their studies in living truthfully under heightened and imagined circumstances. Students will have the opportunity to further explore how to emotionally prepare to enter a scene. These techniques will be applied to monologues and scene work.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1233, 1403, and 2423, or consent of the instructor.
Exploration of the fundamental techniques and aesthetics of directing. Practice in translating analysis into performance and production through the direction of short scenes. Consideration of the role of the director in play selection, production conception, design, casting, rehearsing, and staging.
Prerequisite(s): Admitted to teacher education program or consent of the instructor.
An exploration of ways to create and promote learning in the dramatic arts classroom. Students will explore ways of developing and implementing teaching strategies in theatre. Through observation, instruction, and hands-on experience, students will learn curriculum development, instructional and evaluative strategies, and management of theatre programs.
THEA 4213 - Voice for the Theatre and Stage Dialects
3 (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1233 or consent of the instructor.
The course begins with exercises in phonetics, vocal expressiveness, and vocal clarity. Students proceed to a study of 4-5 major stage dialects aimed at integrating the learning of dialects with the use of effective vocal technique.
Exposure to acting in classical roles, especially those of Shakespeare. Exploration of vocal and physical styles appropriate for these periods. Vocal/physical integration. Practice with period costumes and props.
As part of the British Studies Program, this course involves experiencing professional British theatre productions, then critiquing them from the standpoint of performance. Instruction will be bolstered by professional actors and directors invited to class to discuss their work or conduct workshops. The course will also include trips to British theatre museums and collections.
Exploration of the advanced techniques and aesthetics of directing. Practice in translating analysis into performance and production through the direction of a short play. Responsibilities include the selection, conception, design, casting, rehearsing, and staging of a short play.
As part of the British Studies Program, this course involves experiencing professional British theatre productions, then critiquing them from the standpoint of design. Instruction will be bolstered by professional designers, stage managers, and technicians invited to class to discuss their work or conduct workshops. The course will also include trips to British theatre museums and collections.
WGST 2503 - Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies
3 (3-0)
This course provides an introduction to the study of gender in society. It examines issues of women, gender, and sex from an interdisciplinary perspective. This course will combine interdisciplinary scholarship, court cases, film, lecture, and class discussion in order to help students develop a critical eye for examining the social, political, and cultural constructions of gender.
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