12/21/2024 8:59:47 AM	THAR 20 Course Outline as of Spring 2009	Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  THAR 20	Title:  INTRO TO STAGECRAFT
Full Title:  Introduction to Stagecraft
Last Reviewed:1/25/2021

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	3.00	Lecture Scheduled	1.00		17.5 max.	Lecture Scheduled	17.50
Minimum	3.00	Lab Scheduled	5.00		17.5 min.	Lab Scheduled	87.50
		Contact DHR	1.00			Contact DHR	17.50
		Contact Total	7.00			Contact Total	122.50
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  35.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  39 - Total 2 Times
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Catalog Description:

Methods, materials and techniques of realizing the physical production on the stage, which include scenery, properties, lighting and sound.  

Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 25 or THAR 25.2 or THAR 25.5

Recommended Preparation:

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

Methods, materials and techniques of realizing the physical production on stage,which  include scenery, properties, lighting and sound.  

(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 25 or THAR 25.2 or THAR 25.5
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:39 - Total 2 Times

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 171	Stagecraft	SRJC Equivalent Course(s): THAR20

Certificate/Major Applicable: Certificate Applicable Course

COURSE CONTENT

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

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

1.   Work safely and competently with common stagecraft tools, equipment, and materials.

2.   Correctly utilize stagecraft terminology.

3.   Define and demonstrate knowledge of organized and efficient scene

     shop operation, maintenance and safety procedures.

4.   Apply theoretical and practical knowledge learned to problem-solve and

      overcome unfamiliar situations in technical theatre.

5.   Correctly read and interpret working drawings, ground plans and vertical sections.

6.   Work productively as a member of a team in carrying out a group project

     in technical theatre.

7.   Synthesize knowledge of construction materials with scale and

     written symbols by constructing stage scenery from working drawings.

8.   Assemble a set in accordance with a groundplan and elevations.

9.   Recognize the relationship between scenery-related stagecraft and other elements of

     theatre design and technology, including properties, lighting, and sound.

 

Repeating students will:

1.  Perform stagecraft skills with greater proficiency and confidence.

2.  Further expand their knowledge and skills by working on different productions

    each semester.  

Topics and Scope

Each class meeting begins with a 1/2 hour lecture and/or demonstration on the following:

I.       Introduction to Stagecraft

        A.  Stage terminology

        B.  Equipment

        C.  Principles of stagecraft

II.     Theatrical Production Organization and Management

III.    Reading Technical Drawings

IV.   Techniques of Structural Design and Assembly

        A. Wood and woodworking tools.

        B. Metal and welding

        C.  Use of plastic, foams, and other construction techniques

V.     Theatrical Painting Techniques

VI.     Safe Theatrical Rigging

VII.    Tool Uses and Safety

VIII.   Overview of Theatrical Lighting

        A.  Basic lighting terminology and theory

        B.  Hanging lighting instruments

        C.  Focusing lighting instruments

IX.     Overview of Theatrical Sound

        A.  Principles of sound reproduction

        B.  Basic sound terminology

        C.  Sound equipment

X.    Color Applications

        A.  Color theory as it relates to theatrical lighting

        B.  Color theory as it relates to painting

XI.     Overview of Properties

        A.  Basic properties design and theory

        B.  Property construction

        C.  Property terminology

 

The lecture is then followed by a hands-on instructional lab during which the student

applies the theories, techniques, and terminology introduced in the lecture.  Additional

instruction on the above topics also occurs during the lab hours.

 

Students also complete 17 hours of DHR (additional lab) during the semester focusing on one or more of the topic areas above.

 

Repeating students will:

1.  Develop increased proficiency in each of the skill areas.

2.  Apply skills to different production challenges each semester.  

Assignments:

1.  A variety of assigned stagecraft tasks in the construction and mounting of major

    productions, such as set construction, painting, rigging, lighting hang/focus,

     property construction, and/or sound equipment set-up.  (Tasks will vary

    depending on the nature of the semester's production schedule.)

2.  An individual project based on research and study of techniques and materials

    of theatrical construction.

3.  Approx. 2-10 pages of reading per week.

4.  Regular in-class quizzes (written and/or skill demonstration) on lectures, reading

    and/or techniques

5.  Demonstration of Work Ethic - includes timely arrival, regular attendance at both

    lectures and labs, appropriate work attire, adherence to safety policies,

    ability to accurately follow instructions, cooperative demeanor, and ability to work

    as a team member.

 

Repeating students will be assigned:

1.  Additional and/or more advanced stagecraft tasks.

2.  An individual project in a different focus area of theatrical construction.  

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 20 - 30%
Lab exercises
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 40 - 60%
Skill exercises, quizzes and exams; Independent project
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 10 - 20%
Quizzes - multiple choice, matching items, completion, true/false
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 10 - 20%
Demonstration of Work Ethic (includes attendance and participation)

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Theatrical Design and Production: An Introduction to Scene Design and Construction,

    Lighting, Sound, Costume, and Makeup.  Gillette, Michael and Gillette, J. Michael.

    McGraw-Hill: 2007

 

Instructor prepared materials  

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