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THEA309
The Application of Computer Assisted Design (CAD) to Theatrical Design
THEA309 FA
Next Offered in 9899 FA
This is a tutorial style course involving the application of
computer technology to the principles of theatrical design.
Actual designs will be explored using the Macintosh computer
as a design tool. Areas to be investigated include scene,
lighting and costume design and technical direction. The
use of the computer in design as an alternative to the
traditional design process will be stressed.
MAJOR READINGS
To be announced.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Complete drawings/renderings
etc. for the design project produced on the computer. It
is hoped that the discovery of new and more efficient
applications of the computer in the design process will
result from this course.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
Permission of the
instructor is required. It is granted to students with
experience in the traditional design approach who
demonstrate a desire to explore the application of the
computer to this process.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture Seminar Computer Time
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 0.50
Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA THEA
Prerequisites:
THEA105 or THEA305 or THEA284
Last Updated on MAR-10-1997
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