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PY 707 - Assessments Lab (1)
This course will provide practical training in the administration, scoring and interpretation of psychological assessments under direct supervision of the Assessment Coordinator. Prerequisite(s): PY 705, PY 706
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PY 714 - Biological Bases of Behavior (3)
This course integrates principles of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neuropathology as a basis for understanding neurological function, disease, and mental illness.
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PY 720 - Clinical/Counseling Practicum I (3)
Designed to provide students with practical supervised experience in counseling, psychometric assessment, and report writing in approved practicum sites. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with the faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations. Prerequisite(s): PY 703
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PY 730 - Group Dynamics & Group Psychotherapy (3)
Group development and dynamics and their importance in the therapy process and outcome are examined. Emphasis is given to the application of various psychotherapeutic approaches in the group setting.
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PY 731 - Lifestyle & Career Development (3)
An introduction to the theories and implementation of the career choice process. Emphasis is placed on the nature and use of educational-occupational information in assisting individuals to explore the world of work and develop meaningful career plans. The course includes lab experiences consisting of administering, scoring, and interpreting career inventories. Students also learn about computer assisted career development including the Georgia Career Information System.
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PY 740 - Clinical/Counseling Practicum II (3)
A more in-depth version of PY 720; designed to provide students with practical supervised experience in individual and group counseling, psychometric assessment, and report writing in approved practicum sites. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with the faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations. Prerequisite(s): PY 720, PY 730
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PY 750 - Professional Orientation and Development III (1)
This 3-class ongoing course (1 credit hour per class for total of 3 credit hours) emphasizes issues relevant for professional development of the clinical counseling therapist. Emphasis will be placed on skills necessary for practice including setting up a practice or working for a mental health organization, caseload management, professional credentialing requirements, charting, professional writing and presenting. Topics such as professional relationships, balancing work/career, technological competency/literacy, professional organizations, and advocacy processes for a variety of clientele will also be discussed. In addition, current topics relevant to the clinical counseling therapist will be discussed such as prescription privilege, updates in APA guidelines or DSM changes, and the role of therapist as a healthcare professional working in a team setting.
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PY 755 - Clinical Counseling Specialty Practicum (1-6)
This course is designed to provide students with practical supervised experience in counseling, psychometric assessment, and/or report writing in approved practicum sites related to the chosen specialty area. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with the faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations.
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PY 760 - Clinical/Counseling Internship (3)
This course is designed as the final practical supervised experience course in counseling, psychometric assessment, and report writing. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with a faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations. Prerequisite(s): PY 705, PY 720, PY 740
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PY 799 - Applied Experience (3 to 6)
This course is designed for psychology masters students to fulfill the specialization option requirements. Each experience is tailored to meet the individual student’s needs and interests. The applied experience is for the purpose of fulfilling specialization options within the masters program. It may involve placement in a mental health setting, research experience, shadowing a particular professional, or work in a variety of settings including schools, women’s shelters, orphanages or child development centers. The experience should be negotiated between student and psychology graduate program advisers. The student is required to complete 100 hours during the semester of the applied experience.
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Sociology |
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SY 101 - Introduction To Sociology * (3)
Basic concepts and principles of sociology as a science of human behavior with emphasis on group behavior.
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Spanish |
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SH 101 - Spanish Language and Culture I * (3)
An introductory general education course emphasizing the development of students’ functional oral proficiency and ability to apply necessary grammatical contents and lexicon to communicate in a variety of basic, everyday situations. Additional focus on the development of students’ intercultural competence, including attention to one’s own cultural identity compared and contrasted with the cultures of speakers of the language studied.
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SH 101W - Spanish Language and Culture I * (3)
An introductory general education course emphasizing the development of students’ functional oral proficiency and ability to apply necessary grammatical contents and lexicon to communicate in a variety of basic, everyday situations. Additional focus on the development of students’ intercultural competence, including attention to one’s own cultural identity compared and contrasted with the cultures of speakers of the language studied. This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise.
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SH 102 - Spanish Language and Culture II * (3)
Continued emphasis on development of skills and cultural awareness begun in SH 101. Prerequisite(s): SH 101 (111)
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SH 102W - Spanish Language and Culture II * (3)
Continued emphasis on development of skills and cultural awareness begun in SH 101. This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): SH 101
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SH 115 - Applied Spanish (beginner) (3)
Opportunities for guided study of Spanish at the Elementary level through a study abroad experience approved through the Modern Language faculty. Credit approval must be secured in advance after submission of the course description, language learning goals and objectives, instructional strategies, and evaluation procedures; course may involve significant traditional coursework prior to a short, intensive, one week study abroad experience or may consist of 3 to 4 week programs in a Spanish speaking country. Students will also be evaluated by departmental testing at the end of the experience. Prerequisite(s): SH 101 Note(s) Students who take SH 115 to substitute for the SH 101 level course may request permission to repeat SH 115 one additional time to meet the SH 102 level requirement.
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SH 201 - Intermediate Spanish I w/ Lab * (3)
Continued study of grammar and vocabulary with increases emphasis on writing skills. Special focus on use of past tenses, pronoun objects, and more complex structures. Prerequisite(s): SH 102 (112)
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SH 202 - Intermediate Spanish II w/ Lab (3)
Continuing focus on expanding knowledge of Spanish vocabulary and students’ ability to use more complex sentence patterns in speaking and writing. Increased emphasis on reading skills. Prerequisite(s): SH 201
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SH 203 - Conversation and Composition w/ Lab (3)
Review of language structures and vocabulary of particular difficulty to native-English-speaking learners of Spanish. The course emphasizes complex sentence structures and increased fluency in conversation and composition. Prerequisite(s): SH 202
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SH 215 - Applied Spanish (intermediate) (3)
Opportunities for guided study of Spanish at the intermediate level through a study abroad, service learning or internship experience. Credit approval must be secured in advance through the Department of Humanities after submission of the course description, language learning goals and objectives, instructional strategies, and evaluation procedures. Students will also be evaluated by departmental testing at the end of the experience. Prerequisite(s): SH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit one time.
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SH 250 - Introduction to Hispanic Literature w/ Lab (3)
Taught in Spanish, this course introduces students to the study of literature with emphasis on development of reading skills and techniques for discussing and writing about literature. Prerequisite(s): SH 201 or SH 202
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SH 300 - Directed Independent Study (3)
Opportunities for guided but independent study of some area of special interest to the student. Projects may vary from literature study to structured study of aspects of the foreign culture or study of specific vocabulary for careers. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
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SH 303 - Hispanic Civilization and Culture (3)
Taught in Spanish, this course focuses on historical and political events, philosophy, art, music, and cultural practices and values as they are reflected in Hispanic societies. Prerequisite(s): A 200-level course in Spanish or permission of the department. SH 201 or SH 202 or SH 250.
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SH 390 - Special Topics in Spanish w/ Lab (3)
This course may focus on specific periods or authors in Hispanic literature, on language, history, or culture. A topic will be announced each time the course is offered, and the course may be repeated as topics change. Readings, assignments, and class discussions will be in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SH 250
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SH 401 - Directed Independent Study in Spanish (3)
Opportunities for guided but independent study of some area of special interest to the student. Projects may vary from advanced study in literature to career-related language study or in-depth study of a particular aspect of Hispanic culture. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
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Special Education |
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SE 300 - Teaching Learners with Special Needs (3)
This course provides a definition of exceptionalities and introduction to children with exceptional needs in schools. The primary focus of this class is the educator’s role and responsibilities in meeting the needs of students with exceptionalities. The course covers characteristics, legal provisions, and pre-referral procedures, and instructional accommodations.
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SE 407 - Test & Measurements for Exceptional Children (3)
An overview of testing theory and practice, including observation and measurement techniques is provided. Emphasis on utilizing evaluation results to determine eligibility, support professional diagnosis, and plan and assess interventions. Contains a practicum component that requires a field placement in grades 6-8. Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 408 - Applied Behavioral Analysis (3)
This course provides students with principles of applied behavior analysis adapted to the educational and behavioral needs of students with disabilities. This is a placement embedded course. Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 409 - Language Development & Disabilities (3)
This course provides students with an overview of language development from birth through adulthood. Language development theories, bilingual and dialectal issues, and literacy development are explored as they relate to typical language development and language disorders. Included are fundamental concepts of assessment and intervention. Contains a practicum component that requires a field placement in grades K-5. Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 410 - Learners with Mild Disabilities (3)
The course includes a comprehensive lifespan overview of the learning, social, emotional and physical characteristics of persons with mild disabilities. Teaching practices and strategies for inclusive education along with behavior management and social skills are introduced. History, legislation, early intervention, family involvement and community responses are included. This is a placement embedded course; a 48-hour field experience placement in a regionally accredited school in PreK is required during the course. Prerequisite(s): SE 300 Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 411 - Methods and Materials of Mild Disabilities (3)
This course introduces students to assessment and instruction in all general education content areas with an emphasis on adapting the curriculum to meet the needs of all students, including students with disabilities. The study and application of curricula, methods, materials, Response to Intervention (RtI), I.E.P. preparation, classroom organization, and management for students (P-12) with mild disabilities. Co-Teaching and Collaboration are emphasized. This is a placement embedded course; a 48-hour field experience placement in a regionally accredited school in grades 9-12 is required during the course. Prerequisite(s): SE 300, SE 407, SE 408, SE 409, SE 410 Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 493 - Student Teaching Mild Disabilities (9)
A full-time, semester-long experience in a regionally accredited school classroom. Guidance and direction will be provided by the classroom teacher with assistance from university faculty. Students will be required to assume all duties of the classroom teacher for a minimum of four weeks during the experience while demonstrating competence in planning and materials, classroom performance, and professional behavior. The student teaching experience begins when the assigned school begins its semester and continues through the Brenau semester. The student is required to take during the student teaching semester. Prerequisites: All other courses and placements must be completed before student teaching; passing scores on appropriate GACE Content Area Exams are required before student teaching. Note(s) Taught on a pass/fail basis.
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SE 495A - Internship in Teaching - Special Education (3)
Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Students wishing to pursue an internship must be employed on a Georgia Non-renewable Teaching certificate. Prerequisite(s): All other courses and placements must be completed before beginning an Internship.
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SE 495B - Internship in Teaching - Special Education (3)
Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Students wishing to pursue an internship must be employed on a Georgia Non-renewable Teaching certificate. Prerequisite(s): All other courses and placements must be completed before beginning an Internship.
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SE 497 - Special Topics in Special Education (3)
Special Topics in Special Education offers certified teachers the opportunity to study contemporary theories and research-based practices related to relevant topics as dictated by current needs of schools and the education profession. The specific topic of the course will change as the knowledge-base of instruction and student learning continue to expand and evolve. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean. Note(s) May be taken multiple times for different topics for a maximum of 6 hours.
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SE 604 - Introduction to Special Education (3)
This course provides students with an introduction to the field of special education and the methodologies used to teach students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Broad areas to be covered in this course are areas of exceptionality, major trends and issues in special education with emphases on collaboration and inclusion, service delivery models, roles of general, special class teachers and related professionals.
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SE 607 - Assessment of Learning Potential (3)
This course provides students with an advanced study of assessment with emphasis on interpretation for educational and other decisions. This is a placement embedded course. Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register. Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 608 - Advanced Applied Behavioral Analysis (3)
This course provides an advanced study of applied behavioral analysis based on the discipline devoted to the understanding and improvement of human behavior. Emphasis is placed on designing procedures to systematically evaluate and intervene with socially important behaviors using single-subject research designs. This is a placement embedded course. Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 710 - Learners with Mild Disabilities (3)
This course is an in-depth study of students with mild disabilities. Theories of learning and their implications of teaching are explored, along with the framework of clinical teaching. The history of special education, current trends, educational settings and the role of the family are covered. Students develop an understanding of diversity and individual learning differences and how they impact instructional planning. This is a placement embedded course. Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register. Prerequisite(s): SE 300 or SE 604
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SE 711 - Methods and Materials of Mild Disabilities (3)
This course is a survey of teaching methods, strategies, and techniques for specific content areas in an inclusive learning environment. Laws pertaining to special education, and their implications for general education and special teachers are explored. The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is introduced and specially designed instruction is taught. Co-Teaching and collaborative skills are examined to improve programs, services, and outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities. This is a placement embedded course Prerequisite(s): SE 604, SE 607, SE 608, SE 710 Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 730 - Student Teaching Mild Disabilities (9)
A full-time, semester-long experience in a regionally accredited school classroom. Guidance and direction will be provided by the classroom teacher with assistance from university faculty. Students will be required to assume all duties of the classroom teacher for a minimum of four weeks during the experience while demonstrating competence in planning and materials, classroom performance, and professional behavior. The student teaching experience begins when the assigned school begins its semester and continues through the Brenau semester. The student is required to take ED 700 Clinical Practice Seminar during the student teaching semester. Prerequisites: All other courses and placements must be completed before student teaching; passing scores on appropriate GACE Content Area Exams are required before student teaching. Note(s) This course is taught on a pass/fail basis.
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SE 740A - Internship in Mild Disabilities (6)
Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Candidate teaches under direction of Brenau supervisor and clinical supervisor for 6 weeks. All other courses and placements must be completed before beginning an internship.
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SE 740B - Internship in Mild Disabilities (6)
Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Candidate teaches under direction of Brenau supervisor and clinical supervisor for 6 weeks. All other courses and placements must be completed before beginning an internship.
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Speech |
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SP 108 - Fundamentals of Speech * (3)
A basic course designed to improve the student’s ability to communicate orally. Special attention is given to the selection and organization of material, presentation of speeches, and the development of an acceptable speaking voice.
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SP 108W - Fundamentals of Speech * (3)
A basic course designed to improve the student’s ability to communicate orally. Special attention is given to the selection and organization of material, presentation of speeches, and the development of an acceptable speaking voice. Meets the oral communication competency. This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise.
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Theatre |
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TH 100 - Theatre Appreciation * (3)
A study of theatre through observation, reading, discussion, and participation. Study of different cultures through play reading and attendance, as well as written critiques of productions.
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TH 102 - Acting I: Process (3)
An introduction to the art and craft of acting. This course will explore the actor’s process from script analysis to performance. This course is for Theater Department majors only.
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TH 103 - Voice and Diction (3)
A practical introduction to rigorous vocal training designed to increase the expressiveness, flexibility and strength of the actor’s voice. Emphasis will be placed upon learning in a studio setting the nature of the individual’s obstacles and strengths in the vocal instrument, and implementing specific techniques and exercises to overcome the first and increase the latter.
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TH 105 - Physical Conditioning for Performing Artists (1)
The performing arts are physical. Sometimes they are physical in the extreme. In order to become competitive at the elite level, performing arts specialists in dance, cirque, and stage combat require an elevated level of physical conditioning that can’t always be found by practicing the discipline itself. Extra reinforcement through resistance, cardiovascular, and flexibility training are crucial complements to performing arts disciplines. This class views performing artists as athletes who need to be in constant training. As such, the training method takes a twofold approach. 1) A general focus on strength, conditioning, and flexibility. 2) A specific focus on functional training drills which condition discipline specific movement for dance, cirque, and stage combat. Corequisite(s): Note(s) Can repeat two times for maximum of three hours credit.
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TH 106 - Basic Makeup and Wig Prep (1)
This course provides a basic introduction of makeup application along with wig prep and skin care maintenance. This course is meant to be utilized by actors for both film and theatre.
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TH 107 - Performance Studies (3)
Fundamentals of interpretation and performance of various forms of literature, with emphasis upon poetry, drama, and prose.
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TH 108 - Musical Theatre Workshop 1 (3)
The course will explore vocal (singing) technique and acting technique and then will focus on synergizing the two through songs chosen from the Musical Theatre canon.
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TH 110 - Fundamentals of Acting (3)
This course provides basic techniques and approaches to the art of acting. No background is expected. The course will emphasize developing the actor’s instrument, introducing the student to the fundamentals of acting and making the student a more informed observer of human experience. Class periods are physically oriented with the emphasis on doing. The students prepare monologues and scenes that will be directed and performed for a classroom audience. Cover the fundamentals of stage terminology, stage movement, and improvisation.
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TH 111 - Intro to Theatre (1)
This course serves as an introduction to the discipline of theatre through observation, reading, discussion, and participation. It is designed to give the theatre major a survey of the creative process through the guidance and experience of those directly involved in the Gainesville Theatre Alliance.
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TH 115 - Stagecraft (3)
Introduction to various elements of theatrical production, with emphasis upon application of techniques and skills in college theatre production crews. Course includes a lab component. Emphasis upon problem-solving is integral to fulfilling course requirements.
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TH 125 - Drawing for the Theatre (3)
This course is an activity, or studio, course. Students will participate in drawing and develop drawing skills using a variety of media and materials. Students will work with figure drawing, still life, sketching, rendering, and other techniques. The focus of the course will be on visual communication through drawing. Prerequisite(s): TH 115
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TH 201 - Theatre Practicum (1-2)
Theatre Practicum Practical work in all aspects of production: scenery, props, paint, box office/house management, lighting, sound operation, and costumes. This 2 credit hour course is repeatable for a maximum of 10 credit hours total. Note(s) May be repeated.
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TH 202 - Audition Techniques (3)
Exploration of a variety of theatrical auditions from cold readings to prepared monologues to callbacks and the techniques to succeed at each. This course will also analyze the business of the professional actor including resumes, headshots, correspondence, casting directors and agents. Prerequisite(s): TH 102
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TH 203 - Acting II: Scene Study (3)
Theories of acting, improvisation, and further scene study. Prerequisite(s): TH 102
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TH 207 - Script Analysis (3)
An introduction to the basic principles, techniques, and challenges of script analysis, which will provide students with a methodology that enables them to dissect a play from the perspective of performer, director, and/or designer in preparation for the rehearsal and production process.
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TH 209 - Musical Theatre Workshop II (3)
Musical Theatre Workshop II focuses on analyzing text and lyric, and conveying that analysis through performance. The course asks students to interpret information from composer, lyricist, librettist and cultural factors to create a cohesive performance in the appropriate musical theatre style. Prerequisite(s): TH 108
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TH 215 - Principles of Design (3)
A study of the basics of design for theatre. Understanding the use of visual elements (line, form, mass, color, texture, composition) and the language these visual elements use to communicate is foundational to the art of theatre.
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TH 217 - Sound Design and Reinforcement (3)
This course is a study of modern methods of vocal reinforcement for the stage and the use of music and sound effects in theatrical production. Students will focus on the technical components of a sound system, script analysis, research, and the use of computerized sound control equipment. Prerequisite(s): TH 319
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TH 221 - Theatre History I * (3)
This course will provide a survey of theatre history from its Grecian origins to the English Renaissance of the 16th and 17th centuries. Course emphasizes competencies in geography, cross-cultural awareness, oral communication, and writing. The course will include a review of each major historical period according to its dramatic literature, its production practices and its societal influences.
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TH 222 - Theatre History II * (3)
Theatre History II. This course will provide a survey of theatre history from approximately 1660 to the present. The survey will include a review of each major historical period according to its dramatic literature, its production practices and its societal influences.
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TH 223 - History of the Musical Theatre * (3)
This course offers a survey of popular musical theatre from its roots in vaudeville through current practice, with emphasis on musicals from Rodgers and Hammerstein, Lerner and Lowe, Stephen Sondheim, and Andrew Lloyd Webber.
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TH 224 - Survey of Theatrical Design (3)
This course is a survey of the history of the theatrical design and designers. Students will focus on important movements in the history of theatrical design, and the designers involved, from the Italian Renaissance to the present. Students will participate in discussions, do research and present information gained in research to the class. Prerequisite(s): TH 221
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TH 225 - Scenic Design (3)
This course is designed to give students practical experience in scenic design. The focus of this class is to explore the functions and qualities of scenery as it develops from the principles and elements of design and as they pertain to theatrical settings, history, and culture. Prerequisite(s): TH 115, TH 215
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TH 226 - Lighting Design (3)
Lighting is an art form that is best studied in a laboratory setting. This course is designed to give the student practical experience in lighting design. The focus of this class is to explore the functions and qualities of lighting as they pertain to the principles and elements of design as they occur in nature and theatrical settings. Prerequisite(s): TH 115, TH 215
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TH 227 - Costume Design (3)
This course is designed to give students practical experience in costume design. The focus of this class is to explore the functions and qualities of costume as they pertain to the principles and elements of design as they occur in theatrical settings, history, and culture. Prerequisite(s): TH 115, TH 215
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TH 228 - Costume Crafts (3)
This course provides a basic understanding of some of the technical skills, tools, and materials required of a theatrical craftsperson. This course will include: dye, millinery, thermoplastics, foam animals, and fabric armor. Prerequisite(s): TH 260
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TH 229 - Theatrical Makeup (3)
This course provides an introduction to the design and application of makeup and prosthetics used in the theatre.
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TH 230 - Movement for the Stage (3)
Introduction to techniques of vocal production and control, and to techniques for expressive stage movement. Emphasis upon the development of individual processes in a studio setting. May be repeated up to 9 credits.
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TH 240 - Stage Combat (3)
An introduction to stage combat. Students will learn the basics of unarmed combat: falls, rolls, throws and flips, as well as various punches, kicks and blocks. Emphasis is placed on actor safety, script interpretation, and acting the violence. Prerequisite(s): TH 102
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TH 250 - Production Management (3)
An introduction to the economics, logistics, and managerial aspects of running a multi-show theatre season. This course is designed to acquaint students with budgeting and managing the technical assets of a theatre and understanding the interconnections of those assets. Special emphasis is given to time management and budgeting personnel. Prerequisite(s): TH 115
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TH 260 - Costume Construction (3)
This course provides a basic understanding of the technical skills and tools required of a theatrical costume technician. This course will include the study of hand sewing methods, the use of sewing machines commonly found in a theatre’s costume shop, how to read and use patterns and a basic understanding of fabrics. Prerequisite(s): TH 115
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TH 265 - Scene Painting (3)
The purpose of this course is to present the students with an opportunity to develop basic to intermediate skills in scene painting and scenic art for theatre and film. Students will hone 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. Prerequisite(s): TH 215
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TH 270 - Drafting for Theatre (3)
The purpose of this course is to give the student an introduction to the principles of drafting to include terminology, USITT national standards and fundamentals, scale and dimension, projection methods, geometric construction, sections, ground plans, auxiliary views, and reproduction processes. This course utilizes both hand and CAD (computer aided design) drafting techniques. Prerequisite(s): TH 115
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TH 275 - Design Studio I (4)
This course is an activity, or studio, course. Students will participate in drawing and painting using a variety of media and materials. Students will work with figure drawing, still life, sketching, rendering, and other techniques. The focus is not on creating finished works, but in learning the abilities, limits, and qualities of differing media materials.
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TH 290 - Special Topics in Theatre (1)
Special interest courses are offered in response to student demand. Among those that are offered are problems in production, directing, design, and acting. May be repeated for up to 9 credits.
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TH 299 - Sophomore Seminar (1)
This course is required for all sophomore BA theatre majors and is meant to prepare them for Sophomore showings and the Senior capstone project. The course will help them to define and explore various approaches to the projects and will better acquaint them with research and creative approaches. Note(s) Sophomore standing
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TH 301 - Advanced Theatre Practicum (3)
The class is for students in key leadership production positions - Wardrobe Head, Master Carpenter, Charge Scenic Artist, etc. Emphasis will be given to improving the student’s knowledge and skill level in management, efficiency, and craftsmanship. Students will be encouraged to utilize critical thinking tactics while problem solving on a daily basis. This 2 credit hour course is repeatable twice, for a total of no more than 6 credit hours. Prerequisite(s): TH*201
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TH 302 - Acting For the Camera (3)
This class is an introduction to the technique and application of acting for camera in its varying forms. The students will be familiarized with the audition process and have the opportunity to set up online profiles that give access to current projects being cast in the region. Most importantly, students will acquire time in front of the camera, bringing relaxation and ‘comfort with the uncomfortable’. Prerequisite(s): TH 102 TH 203
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TH 303 - Voice and Diction II (3)
This course furthers voice and speech work for the actor begun in Voice and Diction I. Students will continue to practice exercises for centering the breath and body, locating and releasing vocal tension, exploring pitch, tone and range, working towards a free and well-placed voice. Students will review the International Phonetic Alphabet and practice the sounds of expressive American speech for the stage. Students will practice the points of good speech for classic plays; later good speech for Modern/Contemporary plays. Use of text will begin with Shakespeare, leading to work with Modern and Contemporary scripts. Prerequisite(s): TH 103
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TH 305 - Theatre for Youth and Young Audiences (3)
A practical course defining and describing major aspects of children’s theatre and its uses financially, artistically and educatively to the artist-in-training. In addition to a brief survey of the history of children’s theatre both nationally and globally, this course covers the basic practice and uses of creative dramatics, recreational theatre, youth theatre, and theatre for young audiences.
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TH 306 - Theatre for Social Change (3)
This is a practical course defining and describing major aspects of theatre for social change and its uses financially, artistically, and educationally to the artist-in-training. In addition to a brief survey of the history of the theatre for social change both nationally and globally, this course explores acting as an essential social art, a tool for social change, a channel for personal transformation, and a means of artistic liberation. It explores the connection between the performer’s life (marked by gender, ethnicity, age, and nationality) and the larger community. Prerequisite(s): TH 102, TH 104
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TH 307 - Devised and Solo Performance (3)
This course will immerse students in the exploration and creation of devised theatre, with particular attention to a solo play as written work and embodied performance, and grounds them in the theoretical/historical context of solo performance. We will investigate various aspects of the form. Students’ will develop and demonstrate facility in the following performance skills: innovative use of physicality; dexterity and flexibility of vocal range; use of theatrical objects and images; ability to approach narrative from multiple points of view.
Assignments will include reading and writing in the theatrical genre of Devised Theatre, with particular attention paid to Solo Performance, with the ultimate goal of producing a 1st Draft for each student’s solo piece. Prerequisite(s): TH 207
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TH 308 - Musical Theatre Workshop III (3)
Musical Theatre Workshop III focuses on interpreting the analysis of text, lyric, and music into performance. The course asks students to interpret information from composer, lyricist, librettist and cultural factors to create a cohesive performance in the appropriate musical theatre style. Prerequisite(s): TH 108, TH 209
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TH 311 - Directing I (3)
Fundamentals of Directing, including play analysis, casting and rehearsal techniques, blocking and movement. The course culminates in a practical studio project. Fulfills competencies in problem solving and writing. Prerequisite(s): TH 207 Note(s) Recommended Prerequisite: TH 104 (or 100), TH 102, TH 110, TH 115.
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TH 311W - Directing I (3)
Fundamentals of Directing, including play analysis, casting and rehearsal techniques, blocking and movement. The course culminates in a practical studio project. Fulfills competencies in problem solving and writing. This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Recommended pre-reqs: TH 100, TH 102, TH 110, TH 115.
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TH 314W - Living Ethically in the Performing Arts (3)
This seminar course explores the philosophy of ethical behavior as it can be applied in professional performance settings. Focus is on what constitutes the theory of ethics and ethical practice, and particularly what women face in navigating the world of professional arts performance and pedagogy.
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TH 315 - Stagecraft II (4)
The purpose of this course is to present the student with an overview of advanced techniques and professional standards in technical design. Students will work beyond the basics of wood and canvas as explored in Stagecraft. Emphasis is placed on the development of advanced welding, carpentry, painting, and engineering methods and skills, as well as safety management and production organization. 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 woodworking and paint plants. Prerequisite(s): TH 215
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TH 316 - Period Styles I: Process (3)
Study of the techniques for approaching theatrical productions from varied historical periods, from the perspective of the actor, director, and the designer. Recommended Prerequisites: TH 104, TH 102. Prerequisite(s): TH 203
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TH 317 - Advanced Sound Design (3)
This course will familiarize students with recording instruments and mixing and mastering music tracks. Students will also learn the complexities involved in creating and controlling sound for musical theatre including using wireless mics, mixing for a musical, musical instrument reinforcement, and loudspeaker placement. Students will create several pieces of composed music including scores for theatre and film and integrate other learned skills to create sound designs for plays using computer sound control software and hardware. Finally, the course will prepare students for transitioning to working in the profession. Prerequisite(s): TH 217
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TH 318 - Lighting Production (3)
The purpose of this course is to expose the student to the basic, thorough understanding of the fundamental and physical properties of electricity and light. Emphasis is on the design and engineering of special effects, wiring, power distribution, hookup and troubleshooting, audio visual technology, as well as automated lighting control and programming. Prerequisite(s): TH 207, TH 215
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TH 319 - Audio Production (3)
The purpose of this course is to expose the student to the basic media used in sound design and engineering for the theatre, including reel-to-reel, cassette, minidisk, digital audio tape (DAT), CD, and digital audio workstations (DAW) and common techniques and equipment for digital and analog, sound reinforcement. Emphasis is on the design and engineering, hookup, and troubleshooting of audio systems for live theatre sound. Prerequisite(s): TH 115, TH 270
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TH 324 - History of Costume Design and Decor (3)
This is a survey course studying the history of western costume and decorative arts. Students will learn to identify the hallmarks of clothing, furniture, architecture and interior decoration from the Ancient Egyptian to the Modern periods. Students will gain an understanding of how these elements can be manipulated in the theatre communication process. To that end, students will engage in research and develop a design morgue for each era to include color renderings of specific elements.
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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
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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.
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TH 326W - Major Playwrights (3)
An exploration of a major playwright or playwrights from world literature such as, but not limited to, Moliere, Tennessee Williams, George Berhard 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. May be repeated up to 9 credits. This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise.
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