THE-215 Scene Shop Practicum

Students will receive credit for working on the construction of scenic elements and providing other pre-production support for current productions. The course is open to all students and can be taken more than once. Course graded as satisfactory/unsatisfactory.

Credits

1

Department

• Visual and Performing Arts

Course Rotation Schedule

• Fall: In Person
• Spring: In Person

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THE 215: Scene Shop Practicum

Department

Visual and Performing Arts

Course Description

Students will receive credit for working on the construction of scenic elements and providing other pre-production support for current productions. The course is open to all students and can be taken more than once. Course graded as satisfactory/unsatisfactory.

Credit Hours

1

Contact Hours

Lecture	2
Lab	0
Other	0

Grading Scheme

Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply carpentry and scene painting skills by working a minimum of 30 hours over the course of the semester. Work assignments may also include working in the costume shop, participating in hanging and focusing of stage lighting, and/or audio set-up.
2. Develop and maintain a consistent weekly schedule with the shop foreman.
3. Assist with load-in and strike for productions.

Topic Outline

1. 1. Staging and platform construction
2. 2. Flat building
3. 3. Basic painting and creating illusions
4. 4. Hanging doors and windows
5. 5. Masking and draping
6. 6. Sound equipment setup, including headsets
7. 7. Lighting equipment setup
8. 8. Tool operation and maintenance