4/24/2024 11:57:31 AM	THAR 25 Course Outline as of Fall 1981	New Course (First Version)
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  THAR 25	Title:  TECH THETR PROD LAB
Full Title:  Technical Theatre Production Lab
Last Reviewed:4/23/2018

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	3.00	Lecture Scheduled	0		17.5 max.	Lecture Scheduled	0
Minimum	1.00	Lab Scheduled	0		8 min.	Lab Scheduled	0
		Contact DHR	9.00			Contact DHR	157.50
		Contact Total	9.00			Contact Total	157.50
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  0.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  34 - 4 Enrollments Total
Also Listed As: 
Formerly: 

Catalog Description:

Technical preparation and presentation of plays for public performances.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

Technical preparation & presentation of plays for public performances.

(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:34 - 4 Enrollments Total

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:		Inactive:
Area:
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
CSU Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 1981	Inactive:
UC Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 1981	Inactive:
C-ID:
CID Descriptor: THTR 192	Technical Theatre in Production	SRJC Equivalent Course(s): THAR25 OR THAR25.1 OR THAR25.2 OR THAR25.3 OR THAR25.4 OR THAR25.5

Certificate/Major Applicable: Certificate Applicable Course

COURSE CONTENT

Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

The students will:

1.  Demonstrate an awareness, respect and appreciation of the professional

   responsibilities of a technician associated with the preparation and

   performance of a theatrical production before a paying public

   audience.

2.  Develop skills in the practical aspects of teching a production,

   outside the classroom.

3.  Demonstrate an understanding of the evolution of a production, from

   script to performance.

4.  Recognize and exhibit the discipline of backstage etiquette.

5.  Assess the responsibilities the actors and designers in relation

   to the technician.

6.  Demonstrate an understanding of the technicians responsibilities to

   the rest of the ensemble.

Topics and Scope

Depending on the nature and production style of the particular play

to be performed, the following topics will be studied:

1.  Traditional structure of production staff.

     A. Responsibilities.

     B. Delegation of authority.

     C. Relationships of designers and director.

2.  Specific technical staff.

     A. Lighting.

          1. follow spots

          2. dimmer board

          3. hand and focus

          4. patching

     B. Scenery.

          1. construction and painting

          2. basic welding and carpentry

          3. scene shifting

          4. rigging and flying

     C. Props.

          1. construction

          2. scene shifting

     D. Costumes.

          1. basic sewing techniques

          2. dressing

          3. the quick change

     E. Make-up.

          1. make-up application

          2. hair dressing

3.  The process of technical rehearsal and performance.

     A. Paper tech.

     B. Pre-tech.

     C. Technical rehearsals.

     D. Dress rehearsals.

     E. Performances.

Assignments:

1.  Maintain a regular work schedule in production assignments.

2.  Exhibit rehearsal skills as demanded by the production schedule.

3.  Be prompt and regular in rehearsal attendance.

4.  Respond dependably to all calls.

5.  Maintain an amiable and supportive attitude to fellow technicians

   and actors.

6.  Perform assigned tasks in a conscientous and dedicated manner.

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 0 - 0%
None
This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course.
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 0 - 0%
None
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 50 - 80%
Class performances, Field work
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 0 - 0%
None
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 20 - 50%
ATTENDANCE, PROMPTNESS, PREPARATION, AND ATTITUDE

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Script of selected play.

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