Lower Division College Credit Courses

Courses

THE 2300 - Dramatic Literature

3 Credit Hours † ¶
(Fall, Spring)

Survey of dramatic works from the Greeks to the 20th century, with emphasis on the plays of the 19th and 20th centuries; intensive investigation and script analysis with reports, lectures and discussions. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101

† Courses listed with this symbol address NWFSC’s Speaking-Across-the Curriculum student learning outcome, namely that all associate degree graduates are competent in basic public speaking skills.

¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.

THE 2820 - Musical Theater Workshop

3 Credit Hours
(Summer)

An introduction to creative dramatics and children’s theater. Topics span a wide range of interests; creative experience, children and theater, workshop procedure, script selection, rehearsal and performance.

THE 2821 - Musical Theater Workshop II

3 Credit Hours
(Summer)

Creative dramatics introduces the many elements of theater: dance, voice and musical theater. Topics span a wide range of interests: the creative process, workshop procedures, rehearsal and performance. Creative Dramatics will focus on producing a final performance.

Prerequisite(s): THE 2820.

THE 2930 - Theater – Special Topics

3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)

A defined special topics course which is pursued under supervision of a faculty member and recorded through usual departmental procedures. Designed to permit a student to pursue non-scheduled academic and laboratory work which may be of a specialized nature and not available through the college schedule.

This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

TPA 1210 - Stagecraft

3 Credit Hours
(Fall)

This course is an introduction to the principles of stagecraft: stage terminology, stage safety, instruction in proper use of shop tools, basic theater construction methods, understanding of theatrical rigging, and understanding of general background practices.

TPA 1290 - Scenic Design

3 Credit Hours
(Spring)

An introduction to technical theater and scene technology. Topics include scene drawings, safety and health, stage facility, basic crafts, two and three-dimensional scenery, scene painting, scene assembly, rigging, properties, special effects and shop organization.

Prereq/Corequisites: TPA 1210

TPA 2220 - Lighting Design

3 Credit Hours
(Spring)

An introduction to stage lighting. Topics include history of stage lighting, fundamentals of light and illumination, lighting control, and lighting practices.

Corequisite(s): TPA 1210

TPA 2232 - Introduction to Costuming Technology

3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)

An introduction to costume techniques and wardrobe practices. Topics span a wide range: costume construction techniques, problems in costumes, costume history, construction styles, sewing machine practices, seam finishes, flat pattern layout and production techniques. This course is intended to develop practical experiences in theater costumes.

TPA 2276C - Entertainment Technology - Crafts

3 Credit Hours
(Spring)

This course presents the practices and principles of advanced woodworking, welding, smithing, casting, ceramics, plaster work, fiberglass and plastic technology for the entertainment industry. State of the art tool technology, shop and field practice, health and safety standards will be emphasized. These crafts are entertainment industry oriented that will use items created in a realized production.

Prerequisite(s): TPA 1210.

TPA 2331 - Costume Construction

3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)

An introduction to costume construction techniques and wardrobe design. Topics span a wide range: costume construction techniques, problems in costumes, costume history, construction styles, sewing machine practices, seam finishes, flat pattern layout and production techniques. This course is intended to develop practical experiences in costume construction.

Prerequisite(s): TPA 2232

TPA 2600 - Stage Management

3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)

This course is an introduction to the study and application of stage management as it relates to the manager portfolio, the stage manager morgue, rules and regulations relating to I.A.T.S.E., rules related to contracts, competence in stage management, proper communication with directors, technical directors, designers, cast members and crews, competence in technical discussion areas and basic first aid.

TPP 1190 - Rehearsal and Performance I

3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)

An ensemble theater performance experience open to any student who wishes to develop rehearsal and performance skills. Students must participate in scheduled rehearsals and performances.

Prerequisite(s): experience in high school or a desire to learn.

TPP 1191 - Rehearsal and Performance II

TPP 1192 - Rehearsal and Performance III

TPP 2110 - Acting I

3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)

Through in-class performance the student will develop an understanding and proficiency of those skills of movement, voice, and expression which are required of a theatrical performer.

TPP 2111 - Acting II

3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)

Through in-class performance, the student develops an understanding and proficiency in styles of acting from classic through modern.

Prerequisite(s): TPP 2110.

TPP 2141 - Acting in Shakespeare

3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)

This course is an introduction to the concepts, principles, and skills needed to develop characters in Shakespeare’s plays. The course focuses on the hidden clues in the text to discover character choices and meaning. Specific analysis and the techniques of scansion are introduced as they relate to character interpretation. Application of these techniques will be presented in scenes and monologues.

TPP 2150 - Advanced Scene Study

3 Credit Hours
(Fall)

This course is a continuation of the processes and concepts of TPP 2111, Acting II, with the addition of new techniques to create dynamic and engaging characterizations through performance.

TPP 2250 - Introduction to Musical Theatre

3 Credit Hours
(Fall)

Introduction to the study of Musical Theater analysis, creation, and performance with an emphasis on singing, dancing, and acting.

TPP 2301 - Directing I

3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)

A beginning course in the study, development and training in directing for the theater. Although not a prerequisite, students are encouraged to take Acting I and II before Directing I.

TPP 2302 - Directing II

3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)

Directing II is a continued study of the basic principles of directing for the theater with emphasis in the continued study, development and training in directing for the theater.

Prerequisite(s): TPP 2301.

TPP 2533 - Stage Combat I (Unarmed & Rapier)

3 Credit Hours
(Spring)

Through in-class study and performance the student will develop an understanding of and proficiency in the safe techniques of unarmed and rapier stage combat which are required of a theatrical performer. Application of these techniques will be presented in two scenes, one for unarmed and one for rapier.

TPP 2930 - Theater Performance – Special Topics

3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)

A defined special topics course which is pursued under supervision of a faculty member and recorded through usual departmental procedures. Designed to permit a student to pursue non-scheduled academic and laboratory work which may be of a specialized nature and not available through the college schedule.

This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

WOH 1012 - World Civilization I

3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
(Fall)

A study of world history from 4000 BC to 1650 AD as it relates to the development of western civilization. History is analyzed in terms of social, religious, philosophical, political, and economic concepts rather than chronological facts. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

Prerequisite(s): a passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal/reading achievement, successful completion of any required developmental English and Reading coursework with a grade of “C” or better, or exemption from placement testing.

❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.

¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.

WOH 1022 - World Civilization II

3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
(Spring)

A study of history from 1650 AD to the present as it relates to the development of the modern world. History is analyzed in terms of social, religious, philosophical, political, and economic concepts rather than chronological facts. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

Prerequisite(s): a passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal/reading achievement, successful completion of any required developmental English and Reading coursework with a grade of “C” or better, or exemption from placement testing.

❖ This college credit course qualifies as having an international and/or diversity focus for Teacher Education Programs common prerequisites.

¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.

ZOO 1010C - Zoology

4 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)

An introduction to the major concepts of animal life, to include the structure, taxonomy, evolutionary relationships, and natural history of the major animal groups.

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