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2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Course Description Notes

Northern Kentucky University has established abbreviations for its various disciplines. These abbreviations, which are printed next to the name of each discipline in the following course descriptions, should be used in preparing course schedules and at other times when referring to specific courses.

Following course titles in parenthesis is the number of semester hours of credit in the course. Listed below the course title are the number of classroom and lab/studio hours in the course, course prerequisites and co-requisites, and the semesters in which the course is taught.

Many courses satisfy NKU general education requirements under guidelines of the Kentucky Transfer Policy. If a particular course is approved for general education credit, a two-letter general education category designation follows the course title. The category for which the course is approved is listed in full beneath the course description. The general education category designations are:

OC – Oral Communication
WC – Written Communication
AH – Arts and Humanities
QR – Quantitative Reasoning
NS – Natural Sciences
SB – Social and Behavioral Sciences

Please refer to the General Education section of this catalog for complete information.

The university reserves the right to withdraw or modify courses of instruction at any time.
 

Statistics
  

  • STA 491 Statistics Honors Research Project (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Passing grade in STA 490 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Supervised research in statistics concluding with a written report and public presentation of results.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • STA 492 Advanced Research in Statistics (0-3 credits)

    Hours: 0-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Original research in statistics directed by a member of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics faculty.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15

    ♦
  

  • STA 494 Advanced Topics: Statistics (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic (see Schedule of Classes).
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Various topics in Statistics.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15

    ♦
  

  • STA 499 Directed Readings/Independent Study (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15

    ♦
  

  • STA 594 Topics: Statistics (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic (see Schedule of Classes).
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Topics in statistics. Topics vary.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15

    ♦

Theatre and Dance
  

  • DAN 120 Ballet Dance I (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Introduction to technique for students with little or no dance training.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • DAN 220 Ballet Dance II (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Intermediate level.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • DAN 221 Modern Dance I (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Beginning level.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • DAN 222 Jazz Dance I (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 120 .
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Introduction to jazz dance technique. For students with little or no jazz dance training.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • DAN 224 Tap I (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Introduction to tap dance technique. No previous training necessary.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • DAN 225 Musical Theatre Dance I (3 credits)

    Hours: (3 classroom + 0 lab/studio)
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
    Taught: Spring only
    Exploration of methodology and technique utilized in musical theatre, covering the various styles associated with the genre.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6

    ♦
  

  • DAN 226 Foundation Seminar (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 3 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): 2 DAN classes and consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Execute corrective exercise by strengthening muscle tissue and skeletal connections, learning technical skills essential for all areas of dance; analyze movement strategies for proper body alignment.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 4

    ♦
  

  • DAN 227 Special Topics in Dance (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 3 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Opportunity for introductory work in specialized topics related to student’s areas of concentration.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9
  

  • DAN 321 Modern Dance II (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 221  or consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Spring only
    Intermediate level.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • DAN 322 Jazz Dance II (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 222  or consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Intermediate level.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • DAN 323 Physiology of Dance (3 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Provides an explanation of dance anatomy for the dancer. Emphasis is placed on the actions of the muscles, implications of joint mechanics for technique, dance terminology, specific exercises and discussion of dance injury.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • DAN 324 Tap Dance II (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 224  or consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Spring only
    Dance work in tap dance: audition and performance preparation; techniques in choreography.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • DAN 325 Musical Theatre Dance II (3 credits)

    Hours: (3 classroom + 0 lab/studio)
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 225 , consnet of instructor
    Taught: Spring only
    Advanced exploration of methodology and technique utilized in musical theatre, covering the various styles associated with the genre, and preparing for career in musical theatre performance.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6

    ♦
  

  • DAN 326 Advanced Dance Seminar (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 3 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Advanced work in dance (all genres may be explored) for students majoring in theatre and skilled dancers. 
     
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6

    ♦
  

  • DAN 375 Choreography (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 3 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): 6 semester hours of dance or consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Interpretations of ballets and stage musicals as expressed in movement and dance.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • DAN 410 Dance Pedagogy (3 credits)

    Hours: (2 classroom + 1 lab/studio)
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 323 , consent of instructor
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Introduction to practical concepts and methods of dance instruction, including approaches to teaching children and adults in public and private classroom settings.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • DAN 414 Dance Tour Troupe (2 Credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-6 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Audition required.
    Taught: Fall and Spring
    Touring dance performance troupe designed to represent the University in schools and at functions around the state and region.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 16

    ♦
  

  • DAN 414S Dance Tour Troupe (2 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-6 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Audition required.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Touring dance performance troupe designed to represent the University in schools and at functions around the state and region.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 16

    *
  

  • DAN 420 Ballet Dance III (3 Credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 2 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 120  and DAN 220  or faculty approval/placement audition.
    Taught: Variable-chck w/dept
    Advanced training in classical and contemporary ballet technique and principles, with an emphasis on technique and performance.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

    ♦
  

  • DAN 421 Modern Dance III (3 Credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 2 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 221  and DAN 321  or faculty approval/placement audition.
    Taught: Variable-chck w/dept
    Advanced training in classical and contemporary modern techniques and principles, with an emphasis on technique and performance.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

    ♦
  

  • DAN 422 Jazz Dance III (3 Credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 2 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 222  and DAN 322  or faculty approval/placement audition.
    Taught: Variable-chck w/dept
    Advanced training in classical and contemporary jazz techniques and principles, with an emphasis on technique and performance.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

    ♦
  

  • DAN 424 Tap Dance III (3 Credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 2 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 224  and DAN 324  or faculty approval/placement audition.
    Taught: Variable-chck w/dept
    Advanced training in classical and contemporary tap techniques and principles, with an emphasis on technique and performance.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

    ♦
  

  • DAN 426 Advanced Dance Seminar II (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 3 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    More advanced level of dance training (all genres may be explored) for students majoring in theatre and for skilled dancers; all genres.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6

    ♦
  

  • DAN 427 Dance History (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): 6 semester hours of dance.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Major contributing forces, key figures, and styles that helped form contemporary dance today.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • DAN 428 Special Problems in Dance (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 3 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): 3 semester hours of dance
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Opportunity for additional advanced work in the dance student’s area of concentration. The studio technique allows the student to choose from among electives in specific areas of interest. 
     
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

    ♦
  

  • DAN 499 Individual Studies in Theatre (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 1-3 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): One DAN course.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Individual creative or research projects in Dance. Projects directed by TAR faculty must be approved prior to registration. A maximum of 6 semester hours of individual studies may be applied toward a major in theatre arts.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6

    ♦
  

  • TAR 100 Theatre Appreciation - AH (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Survey of the development and practice of theatre through the study of theatre history, dramatic literature, practitioners, live performance and basic components of theatre.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Culture and Creativity
  

  • TAR 100H Theatre Appreciation (Honors) - AH (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Spring only
    Survey of the development and practice of theatre through the study of theatre history, dramatic literature, practitioners, live performance, and basic components of theatre.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Culture and Creativity
  

  • TAR 102 Race, Gender and Theatre - SB (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Exploration of race, gender and social issues which affect individuals, families, communities and society at large by the analysis and discussion of dramatic literature.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Cultural Pluralism
  

  • TAR 102H Race, Gender, and Theatre (Honors) (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, winter, spring and summer
    Exploration of race, gender and social issues which affect individuals, families, communities and society at large by the analysis and discussion of dramatic literature. This is an honors section which will be held in a seminar style, which requires your full participation. In keeping the mission of honors, this course will look at texts meant to develop our global perspectives. At the same time, as is the nature of both honors and this course, we will celebrate difference and promote a sense of community. Please Note: It is not the intention of this course to influence students to think one way or another. It is the intention of this course to promote students to think.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Cultural Pluralism
  

  • TAR 104 Introduction to NKU Theatre and Dance (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    An introduction to Theatre and Dance at Northern Kentucky University. Exploration of the different disciplines of theatre and dance available at NKU, as well as career possibilities, in performance, dance, and production. Required of all TAR and DAN majors and minors.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 110 Acting I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Basic principles and techniques.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 111 Creative Expression - OC (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Development and understanding of the oral communication process through the theory and practice of theatrical acting; utilizing the acting process as a communication tool, aide in improving oral communication skills, idea and message development, effective delivery of ideas.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Oral Communication
  

  • TAR 114 Voice Development for the Actor I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Speech development as related to theatre; elimination of regional accents; introductory work with the International Phonetic Alphabet.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 115 Movement for the Actor I (3 credits)

    Hours: (3 classroom + 0 lab/studio)
    Taught: Fall only
    Fundamental principles of movement for actors. This course integrates awareness, balance, strength, and flexibility to assist the actor in deconstructing poor physical habits while also developing physical confidence, presence, and authenticity.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 118 Stage Make Up (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Basic techniques and principles of stage makeup for the stage.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 129 Musical Theatre First Year Seminar (3 credits)

    Hours: (3 classroom + 0 lab/studio)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor
    Taught: Fall only
    Introduction to the art of singing in a musical theatre ensemble.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 130 Musical Skills for the Musical Theatre (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Introduction to basic reading and understanding of musical concepts specific to vocalists; strong focus on the unique demands of the musical theatre.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 160 Introduction to Stagecraft (2 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Co-requisite(s): TAR 160L .
    Taught: Fall and spring
    An overview of the elements of scenery construction or costume construction for technical theater with an emphasis in production emphasizing practical application.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 160L Stagecraft Laboratory (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Co-requisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Practical application of elements acquired in TAR 160 .
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 161 Fundamentals of Theatrical Design (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Basic elements of design for theatre scenery, props, costumes, sound, and lighting; principles of aesthetics, script analysis, methods of research, development of visual concepts, graphic representations, and final evaluations.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 165 Comparative Arts - AH (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    A comparative study of the evolution of historical and period styles: Students will study an overview of the evolution of furniture, décor, painting, music and clothing. This evolution will be studied within the historical context that helped shape design within the era.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Culture and Creativity
  

  • TAR 176 Introduction to Stage Management (3 credits)

    Hours: (3 classroom + 0 lab/studio)
    Taught: Spring only
    Introduction to the duties and responsibilities of the theatrical stage manager, including pre-production, rehearsal, and performance methodologies.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 210 Acting II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 110 .
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Additional development of acting techniques and perceptions; greater emphasis on scene work and character development.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 211 Special Topics in Theatre (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Introduction to specialized theatre areas of study.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9
  

  • TAR 211S Special Topics in Theatre (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Introduction to specialized theatre areas of study.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

    *
  

  • TAR 213 Stage Combat (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 110 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Introduction to stage combat; hand fighting, quarterstaff, broadsword, and rapier and dagger; the stage fight in various periods and styles of dramatic literature.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 214 Voice Development for the Actor II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 114 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Advanced speech development techniques and exercises as applied in performance situations.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 215 Movement for the Actor II (3 credits)

    Hours: (3 classroom + 0 lab/studio)
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 115  or permission of instructor
    Taught: Spring only
    This intermediate course uses physical techniques to develop dynamic and detailed characters that support expressive storytelling. Techniques vary depending on instructor but may include (and are not limited to): masks, comedia, animals, Laban, Suzuki, clowning, and viewpoints.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 225 Musical Theatre Performance I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Introduction to performance techniques; synthesis of voice, acting, and movement; beginning vocal technique as applied to musical theatre repertoire.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 230 Musical Skills for Musical Theatre Actors II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 130 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Continuation of TAR 130  dealing with more advanced challenges in musical theatre repertoire.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 235 Vocal Techniques for the Singing Actor I (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Private instruction focusing on viable methods for healthy musical theatre singing. May be repeated for credit (Musical Theatre B.F.A. students must repeat for credit).
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 5
  

  • TAR 245 Introduction to Theatre in World Cultures (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Through the reading and analyzing of scripts and other texts, learners will be encouraged to recognize and analyze ethical issues and actions while examining the socio-political, economic and historical conditions from which diversity both emerges and converges.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 260 Lighting Fundamentals (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall only-even years
    Practical exploration of the scientific principles and theories and practices of stage lighting, including electricity, optics, color theory, dimming and control systems.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 262 Costume Construction (2 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Co-requisite(s): TAR 262L .
    Taught: Fall only
    Basic principles of costume building with opportunities for practical application in preparing costumes for university productions.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 262L Costume Construction Laboratory (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Co-requisite(s): TAR 262 .
    Taught: Fall only
    Practical application of skills and techniques acquired in TAR 262 .
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 268 Theatrical Rendering (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Spring only-odd years
    Techniques employed in creating renderings and sketches to effectively communicate visual ideas and design concepts. Techniques will begin with the fundamentals of drawing, moves to types of media, and culminates in computer rendering.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 277 Fundamentals of Sound Technology (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall only-even years
    Sound reinforcement and sound production for the theatre; basic acoustics, audio components, terminology, recording/assembly techniques, and digital technology; skills necessary to mix sound and to troubleshoot sound systems.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 292 Student Research in Theatre (0 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of department
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Undergraduate research experience/creative experience that culminates in completion of one of the following:  one peer-reviewed presentation/publication, an exhibition/ performance, or one mentored, out-of-class presentation that exhibits the student’s research outcomes. This course can  be taken as a coreq with an approved theatrecourse.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: Unlimited

    ♦
  

  • TAR 310 Acting III (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 210 .
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Advanced acting techniques and considerations; detailed scene analysis and repertory building.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 311 Auditions (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): At least two acting/dance courses.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Specialized techniques necessary for actors to relate to the auditioning experience; building an appropriate repertory of material, preparing the resume, and developing the “persona.”
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 313 Acting for the Camera (3 credits)

    Hours: (3 classroom + 0 lab/studio)
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 210  
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Preparation of the student for on-camera auditions and how to apply protocol and etiquette when on-set. Through hands-on experience with auditioning, commercials, and narrative filming, students will feel prepared to begin auditioning for on-camera work.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 314 Voice Development for the Actor III (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 114 , TAR 214  and TAR 110 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Methods of producing convincing accents and dialects as an element of vocal characterization. Dialects studied may include: Standard British, Irish, Scottish, Cockney, French, German, American Southern, New York, and New England.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 315 Movement for the Actor III (3 credits)

    Hours: (3 classroom + 0 lab/studio)
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 115 , TAR 215 , permission of instructor
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Advanced course using physical techniques to develop dynamic and detailed characters that support expressive storytelling in a variety of performance modes.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 316 Acting Seminar I (3 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 310 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Advanced acting coaching and repertory building; scene analysis and character work in relatively small groups for advanced students who have completed preliminary acting training.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit

    ♦
  

  • TAR 325 Musical Theatre Performance II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 225 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Development of musical theatre repertoire for audition, study, and performance; synthesis of voice, acting, and movement; various musical theatre genres and historical styles.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 329 Musical Theatre Third Year Seminar (3 credits)

    Hours: (3 classroom + 0 lab/studio)
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 129  
    Taught: Spring only
    An ensemble-based course that will build on the concepts presented in TAR 129 Musical Theatre First Year Seminar  and DAN 225 Musical Theatre Dance I .  Students will engage in intermediate level ensemble work, complete in-depth composer research, repertoire exploration, and survey performance styles.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 335 Vocal Techniques for the Singing Actor II (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Spring only
    Continuation of TAR 235  with a focus on expansion of repertoire and styles. (Musical Theater B.F.A. must repeat for credit).
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit
  

  • TAR 340 Playscript Analysis (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Systems of interpretation applicable to all types of dramatic literature necessary to production of plays and relevant for directors, actors, designers, and other practitioners.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 343 Costume History (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 100  or TAR 101, and TAR 160  or consent of instructor.
    Taught: Fall only-odd years
    Costume history from antiquity through the modern period as applied to production design; methods and courses of research for design in theatre.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 346 Theatre History (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Development of the theatre from its beginnings to the present. Study of theatre arts and cultural institutions with a focus on historical context for plays and performances.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 347 Dramatic Literature (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Spring only
    A study of the art of dramatic writing that examines representative world theatre texts, along with their cultural and historic context.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 348 Theatre History and Society (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 101  or equivalent.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Survey of major historical developments in theatre and dramatic literature from pre-Greek times to the 20th century. Focus is placed on how society, culture and politics influence theatre production and vice versa. Does not satisfy degree requirements for theatre majors or minors. Available for registered Organizational Leadership majors only.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 355 Musical Theatre Literature I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    American musical theatre literature from late 19th century to mid-20th century; musical and dramatic movements that created American musical theatre.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 360 Scene Design I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160  and TAR 161 .
    Taught: Fall only-odd years
    Principles of design related to stage scenery; historical modes of stage design; 20th century stage decoration.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 361 Design and Construction of Stage Properties (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160  and TAR 161 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Design skills and building techniques involved in props and effects for the stage.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 362 Drafting For Theatre (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    A lecture/project class that teaches the basic techniques and practices of drafting for the theatre. Projects require students to create typical working drawings for theatre productions utilizing industry standards. This course covers the use of mechanical and computer based techniques.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 363 Lighting Design (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 260 .
    Taught: Fall only-even years
    A lecture/project course exploring art and science of theatrical lighting design. Projects teach students the mechanics and creative processes and theories used in creating lighting designs for the theatre.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 364 Computer Graphics for the Stage (3 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Spring only-odd yrs
    Introduction to commonly used graphic and 3D rendering programs.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 365 Costume Crafts (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 260  and TAR 161 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    A lecture/project course exploring art and science of theatrical lighting design. Projects teach students the mechanics and creative processes and theories used in creating lighting designs for the theatre.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 366 Costume Design I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 268  or consent of instructor; TAR 161 . TAR 343  recommended.
    Taught: Fall only-even years
    Application of principles of design to stage costuming; fabrics, figure drawing, and characterization.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 367 Stagecraft II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Advanced techniques and practices used in the construction and application of stage scenery. Topics include budgeting, welding, theatre machinery and equipment, shop organization, and advanced construction techniques.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 370 Directing (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 110  and TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall only
    Basic principles of play directing, play selection, casting, and rehearsal; direction and presentation of selected scenes in class.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 370S Directing (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 110  and TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall only
    Basic principles of play directing, play selection, casting, and rehearsal; direction and presentation of selected scenes in class.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 371 Theatre Management (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Duties and responsibilities of those entrusted with areas like house management, public relations, and publicity in theatre activities.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 376 Stage Management Practicum (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall only
    Duties and responsibilities of the theatrical stage manager.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 8

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  • TAR 377 Sound Design (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 227 and TAR 161 .
    Taught: Fall only-odd years
    Design and aesthetic concerns, design process and techniques; playscript analysis, artistic and aesthetic choices, integrating music collaborative process; developing a common dialogue with the director and design team; sound graphics and design documentation including signal flow and system design.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 380 Playwriting (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Art and craft of writing dramatic material for stage presentation.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 390 Production Credits (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Preparing for participation in college dramatic activities. May be repeated for a maximum of eight semester hours, all of which must be earned through active technical involvement of performances.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 8

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  • TAR 391 Production Credits (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Preparing for participation in college dramatic activities. May be repeated for a maximum of eight semester hours, all of which must be earned through active technical involvement of performances.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 8

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  • TAR 400 Theatre in World Cultures Styles Studio (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Theatre is a potent political and cultural vehicle for conveying the multifaceted perspectives of various minority groups in the Americas and the world. Through the analyzing, and performing of scripts and texts, learners will begin to recognize/analyze ethical issues while examining the socio-political, economic and historical conditions from which diversity emerges.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 410 Styles of Acting (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 310 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Major acting styles; practical application through presentation and evaluation of representative scenes and excerpted materials.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 411 Special Problems: Theatre Acting (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 310 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Opportunity for additional advanced work in the theatre student’s area of concentration; multiple opportunities for performing artist’s involvement in electives in specific areas of interest.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

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  • TAR 412 Internship: Professional Theatre (3-6 credits)

    Hours: 3-6 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chair of theatre.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Opportunities for outstanding students in theatre to accept apprenticeships carrying significant responsibilities in major professional theatre operations. The work will be coordinated with a theatre faculty adviser.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

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  • TAR 413 Oral Interpretation of Literature (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 114 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Principles of Oral Interpretation and Readers Theatre styles with focus upon techniques and exercises as applied in a variety of performance situations.
    Repeatable: No
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