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THEA309

The Application of Computer Assisted Design (CAD) to Theatrical Design
THEA309 SP

Spring 97 Availability (Last Updated on Thu Apr 17 05:00:17 EDT 1997 )

Section  Limit  Enrollment  Available
  01       5      0         5

Next Offered in 9899 SP

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 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 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 THEA284 or THEA305 or THEA359

Last Updated on MAR-10-1997




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