2014-2015 Brenau University Catalog 
    
    May 03, 2024  
2014-2015 Brenau University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Theatre

  
  • TH 325 - Stagecraft III

    (4)
    The purpose of this course is to present the student with Advanced topics in stage technology, including: advanced rigging techniques, production planning, electronic controls, pneumatics, hydraulics, structural design for the stage and metal fabrication, welding, and other state-of-the-art technologies. Emphasis will also be placed on the design/engineering, layout, CAD drafting and execution for an advanced production problem. This course comprises 4 credit hours. The Lab component of this course consists of two hours. If possible, students will attend field trips to local scenic studios. Prerequisite(s): TH 315
  
  • TH 326 - Major Playwrights

    (3)
    An exploration of a major playwright or playwrights from world literature such as, but not limited to Moliere, Tennessee Williams, George Bernard Shaw, Eugene O’Neill, Lillian Hellman, Caryl Churchill. The course includes an in-depth look into the author’s background as well as the dramatic literature. Note(s) May be repeated for up to 9 credits.
  
  • TH 327 - Advanced Costume Design

    (3)
    Building on the skills learned in Costume Design (TH 227), this course will further the development of effective research and rendering techniques and the study of the role of the Costume Designer in the professional theatre environment. The course will include both academic approach and practical exercises. Prerequisite(s): TH 227
  
  • TH 330 - Movement for the Stage II

    (3)
    This course furthers class work explored in Movement I and is designed for the serious actor on a professional track of study. Focus will be on processes to provide the actor with a freer, more expressive and dynamic physical life on stage. Points of emphasis will include strength, stamina, flexibility, alignment, concentration and creativity. Methods used will include Michael Chekhov’s gesture work for specific character development, Alexander alignment work, Tadashi Suzuki’s movement as an acting discipline and the Viewpoints methods. Prerequisite(s): TH 230
  
  • TH 340 - Playwriting

    (3)
    A practical course exploring the fundamentals of the art and craft of Playwriting, including understanding dramatic structure, character development, creative dialogue and theatrical technique. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • TH 350 - Stage Management

    (3)
    Basic to advanced training in stage management, designed to prepare the student for work in a variety of performance venues. All aspects involved, from auditions to strike will be covered, with special emphasis on theatre safety.
  
  • TH 360 - Advanced Costume Construction

    (4)
    This course builds on the skills developed in TH 260, Costume Construction. This course will cover more advanced sewing skills, draping and flat patterning, fabric manipulation and a more complete understanding of appropriate fabric choice and use. Prerequisite(s): TH 260
  
  • TH 365 - Advanced Scene Painting

    (4)
    The purpose of this course is to present the student with an opportunity to develop advanced skills in scene painting and scenic art for theatre and film. Students will hone the skills acquired in earlier classes and acquire new skills. The class will stress not only technique but safety, and environmental responsibility in dealing with paints and solvents. If possible, students will attend field trips to local scenic studios and paint plants. Prerequisite(s): TH 315
  
  • TH 375 - Design Studio II

    (4)
    This course is an activity, or studio, course. Students will participate in drawing, painting, and model making using a variety of media and materials. Students will build on techniques learned in TH 275, and learn new skills. Students will learn advanced rendering skills, as well as, 3D model making. The focus is on creating finished works, as well as, learning the abilities, limits, and qualities of differing media and materials. Prerequisite(s): TH 275
  
  • TH 399 - Junior Thesis Seminar

    (2)
    This course is required for all junior theatre majors and is meant to prepare them for the research and development of the senior thesis project. It will help them to define and explore various approaches to the project and will better acquaint them with research and creative approaches. Note(s) Junior standing in theatre program.
  
  • TH 402 - Directed Independent Study in Theatre

    (1 to 3)
    Guided study of an area of theatre of special interest to the student; it is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to work intensively on a topic with the supervision of a faculty member. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • TH 410 - Advanced Directing Study

    (3)
    Study of staging techniques for varied audience actor relationships (thrust, arena), and advanced study of directing technique. The course culminates in a fully produced studio project. Prerequisite(s): TH 311
  
  • TH 415 - Advanced Production Projects

    (1 to 3)
    Advanced problems in scenographic, lighting, and costume design. Prerequisite(s): TH 215 Note(s) May be repeated for up to 6 credits.
  
  • TH 416 - Period Styles II: Scene Study

    (3)
    Further exploration of the task of the actor/director in understanding the relationship of style and period to text. Advanced scene-work in Shakespearean, Restoration, and Greek performance technique, putting into practice theories and research gained from Period Styles I. Emphasis is upon problem-solving, performance and text analysis, and studio Experience. Prerequisite(s): TH 316
  
  • TH 417 - Acoustics & Psychoacoustics

    (3)
    The purpose of this course is to expose the student to the fundamentals of acoustics and psychoacoustics. Acoustics is the study of the production, control, transmission, reception, and effects of sound; and the qualities that determined the ability of a specific enclosure of construction (such as a theatre) to reflect sound waves in such a way as to produce proximity, clarity, and fidelity in human hearing. Psychoacoustics is the study of how humans react to sound. Together they form the basis of sound design for live theatre. Students in the area of Sound Design need a fundamental grounding in the physics of sound, and our reactions to it, to perform the tasks required of a designer of sound for theatre-principally, that every member of the audience can hear and understand the actors and the story presented. Prerequisite(s): TH 217
  
  • TH 425 - Advanced Scenic Design

    (3)
    This course is an advanced study of scenic design for the stage. Students will design and defend choices for musicals, opera, and non-realistic theatre events with both historical and modern contexts. The focus will be on conceptualization and communication of the design idea. Prerequisite(s): TH 225
  
  • TH 426 - Advanced Lighting Design

    (3)
    This course is an advanced study of lighting design for the stage. Students will design and defend choices for musicals, opera, and non-realistic theatre events with both historical and modern contexts. The focus will be on conceptualization and communication of the design idea. Prerequisite(s): TH 226
  
  • TH 450 - Theatre Management

    (3)
    This course is designed to provide an introduction to economic and managerial aspects of the American theatre.
  
  • TH 475 - Media & Projections for Theatre

    (3)
    The purpose of this course is to expose the student to the basic media, software, and equipment used in projections for theatrical productions. The aesthetics of using projections in a production, as well as the limitations and possibilities will be explored and discussed. Students will learn basic and advanced software systems for control of projections in theatre, as well as the design and engineering, hookup and troubleshooting of projection systems for live theaters. Prerequisite(s): TH 318
  
  • TH 493 - Senior Production Project

    (1)
    This course is designed to bring a “hands-on” learning experience, with increased responsibility by the student for the final product. Students will work with faculty and classmates in approved production and/or performance roles. Students will be required to present full documentation of the process.
  
  • TH 495 - Theatre Internship

    (1 to 6)
    Advanced special interest coursework, consisting of practical application in cooperation with a professional theatre organization. Note(s) May be repeated for up to 6 credits.
  
  • TH 499 - Senior Seminar

    (2)
    Advanced special interest course, geared to senior theatre major. Student selects area of emphasis for the project (performance, directing, design, technical production, administration, or a scholarly research project) Note(s) Senior standing in the theatre program.

Voice

  
  • MV 100 - Introduction to Voice

    (1)
    Basic fundamentals of singing are taught in a weekly class setting. Includes the study of vocal technique, breath support, stage presence, vocal repertoire, and audition etiquette. Designed for students with little or no formal training in voice. Beginning singers must achieve a certain degree of competency before enrolling in MV 107 or 108. Required of all music majors who would not otherwise study voice prior to graduation. May be repeated.
  
  • MV 107 - Applied Voice

    (1-2)
  
  • MV 108 - Applied Voice

    (1-2)
  
  • MV 150 - Vocal Performance for Musical Theatre

    (1)
    The fundamentals of singing on stage are studied in a weekly class format. Includes the study of breath support, projection, vocal care and maintenance, musical theatre repertoire, and audition techniques. This course maybe repeated up to 4 times.
  
  • MV 207 - Applied Voice

    (1-2)
  
  • MV 208 - Applied Voice

    (1-2)
  
  • MV 209 - Vocal Coaching for Singers

    (1 to 2)
    This course serves to prepare the vocal student for performance in concert, recital, and opera. Materials to be covered include style, performance practices, diction, interpretation, and audition preparation. Course will include preparation of operatic as well as art song literature. Repertoire suitable for the individual student will be assigned by the voice teacher and prepared in this course by the vocal coach only after the music has been technically prepared by the student’s individual voice teacher. In addition to the per-hour tuition charge, there is an additional fee of $100 per credit hour for applied lessons. Prerequisite(s): MV 201 Note(s) May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.
  
  • MV 307 - Applied Voice

    (1-2)
  
  • MV 308 - Applied Voice

    (1-2)
  
  • MV 407 - Applied Voice

    (1-2)
  
  • MV 408 - Applied Voice

    (1-2)
  
  • MV 409 - Vocal Coaching for Singers

    (1 to 2)
    This course serves to prepare the vocal student for performance in concert, recital, and opera. Materials to be covered include style, performance practices, diction, interpretation, and audition preparation. Course will include preparation of operatic as well as art song literature. Repertoire suitable for the individual student will be assigned by the voice teacher and prepared in this course by the vocal coach only after the music has been technically prepared by the student’s individual voice teacher. Prerequisite(s): MV 201 Note(s) May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.

Women’s Health

  
  • WH 101 - Drug Abuse/Alcoholism *

    (1)
    This course is designed to actually change behaviors, using education as the primary method for reducing drug/alcohol abuse. A reduction process will be presented to provide each individual with information designed to reduce problems caused by alcohol and drug abuse.
  
  • WH 102 - Exercise Science *

    (1)
    A scientific study of human movement. Analysis of locomotor and non-manipulative skills and physiological principles underlying human performance. Includes lecture and lab.
  
  • WH 103 - First Aid: Responding to Emergencies *

    (1)
  
  • WH 104 - Human Sexuality *

    (1)
    Current human sexuality issues will be presented in an academic setting emphasizing such pertinent topics as date rape, birth control, pregnancy and childbirth, abortion, and various sexually transmitted diseases.
  
  • WH 105 - Self Defense *

    (1)
    The course will provide the student with the opportunity to learn self-defense, which focuses on building skills in four areas: awareness, precautions, assertiveness and physical techniques. This course will also allow students to examine, both on an individual and group level, barriers that prevent women from successfully defending themselves and ways to overcome them.
  
  • WH 106 - Healthy Habits *

    (1)
    A flexible course of study investigating the major components of nutrition and physical fitness as they relate to overall good health.

Women’s Leadership

  
  • WL 490 - Internship: Women’s Leadership

    (1-3)
    This course offers experiential learning through an internship that emphasizes gender awareness and leadership. As a result of this guided experience, the student will complete and present a paper of project to be defined in consultation with the instructor. Hours required for varying credits are as follows: 40 hours of work in internship earns 1 credit hour; 80 hours of work in internship earns 2 credit hours; 120 hours of work in internship earns 3 credit hours. Students, after conferring with instructors, will confirm and register for the appropriate number of academic credit hours before beginning internships. Departmental approval required. This course may be repeated for credit with a change in internship placement.
 

Page: 1 <- Back 104 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14