THEA - 2224 - Drafting and Computer Aided Design

Z 2018-2019 Undergraduate New Course Request

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  • Course Prefix*
    Course Number*
    2224
    2224
  • Course Title*
    Drafting and Computer Aided Design
    Drafting and Computer Aided Design
    Must be 30 characters or less including spaces
  • Long Course Title
    Drafting and Computer Aided Design
    Drafting and Computer Aided Design
  • Lec Hrs*
    3
    3
  • Credit Hrs*
    3
    3
  • Lab Hrs*
    0
    0
  • Course Type*
  • College - School/ Department*
  • Catalog Course Description*
    This course is an introduction to working knowledge of theatrical drafting conventions and techniques. The use of design software (Vectorworks) will be used to create various 2-D plans, including light plots, set designs and technical shop drawings. This class will also explore basic use of Photoshop.
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    Desired Effective Year*
  • Frequency
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  • Student Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes: 1. Ability to provide formalized, accurate production models and drawings by hand and/or through the use of current industry standard software programs. 2. Demonstrate basic concepts of Vectorworks software 3. Understand and communicate through USITT standards for drafting 4. Apply basic concepts to develop construction (drawing) techniques 5. Ability to manipulate drawings through editing and plotting techniques 6. Produce a variety of common required scenic drawings (floor plan, section, elevations) 7. Produce 2D orthographic projections 8. Understand and demonstrate dimensioning concepts and techniques 9. Understand and demonstrate proper layering and viewport layouts. 10. Understand basic 3D modeling techniques
  • Rationale*
    This course is part of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre with a concentration in Design/Technology. It is a vital course for students who wish to enter the field of design and technology for theatre and film. Students must know how to use industry standard software that create the images of scenery, locations, and properties of theatrical productions and film/television shows. This course is standard in a BFA in Theatre degree with a concentration in Design/Technology.
  • Prerequisites
    THEA 2290 or Permission of Instructor
    THEA 2290 or Permission of Instructor
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  • May be repeated
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  • Fee Justification
  • Planning Info*
  • Present or Projected Annual Enrollment*
    16
    16

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