• Department of Fine     Arts


  • Art
  • Art Emphasis
  • Graphic Design     Emphasis
  • Art Education (K-12)     Emphasis

  • Music
  • Music Education/     Choral Emphasis     (7-12)
  • Music Education/     General Music     Emphasis (K-12)
  • Music Education/     Instrumental     Emphasis (K-12)
  • Instrumental Music     Emphasis
  • Vocal Music Emphasis
  • Piano Emphasis
  • Music and Business

  • Speech     Communication
  • Speech     Communication
  • Speech     Communication     Education

  • Theatre
  • Theatre
  • Theatre Education


    Chair: Thomas S. Goltry
    Program Office: 180 Doudna Hall
    Phone: 342-1143
    E-mail: goltry@uwplatt.edu

    The Department of Fine Arts offers degree programs in art, music, speech communication, and theatre.

    Art means two things: 1) creative works and the process of producing them, and 2) the whole body of work in the art forms that make up the entire human intellectual and cultural heritage. When we study art, we involve ourselves in a particular set of processes, products, influences, and meanings. We recognize that art is expressed in various styles, reflects different historical circumstances, and draws on a multitude of social and cultural resources.

    The terms arts, discipline, and art form refer to music, theatre, and the visual arts, and recognize that each of these encompasses a variety of forms and subdisciplines. When we speak of the arts, it means these arts disciplines taken together or, most inclusively, the totality of all the activities in the arts. At UW-Platteville, speech* is considered a performance-based art.

    * National Standards for Arts Education, 1995 MENC.

    Art

    http://www.uwplatt.edu/lae/arts.html

    Professor: Kaye S. Winder

    Associate Professors: Steve Vance, Weldon T. Wall

    Assistant Professor: Paul Shecter, R.G.D.

    Programs of study are offered in art, art education or graphic design each leading to a bachelor of arts or a bachelor of science degree in the College of Liberal Arts and Education. Students seeking a K-12 certification in art education would take the comprehensive art emphasis. Art education majors must complete the College of Liberal Arts and Education general requirements, the School of Education proficiency requirements, and the requirements of the basic art emphasis.

    Each of the emphases within the art program has a particular goal. The emphasis in graphic design is intended to prepare students for careers in the commercial areas of art. The emphasis in art education prepares students to teach on the elementary, middle and high school levels. The art emphasis has a more general goal. It can be used as a preparation for graduate school or as a field of study for students interested in art in and of itself.

    General Requirements ­ Bachelor of Science Degree

    Total for Graduation 120 credits

    General Education 44-58 credits

    Major Studies 48-54 credits

    Bachelor of Arts Degree

    Students who wish to receive a bachelor of arts instead of a bachelor of science degree must

    1) declare their intention of doing so,

    2) meet the requirements for a B.S., and

    3) demonstrate fourth semester proficiency in a foreign language.

    Note: There is no B.A. in art education.

    Note: All art students (all emphases) must complete a sophomore year portfolio review. See advisor.

    Art Major

    Fine Arts: Art Emphasis (48 credits)

    ART 1010 Basic Drawing I 2

    ART 1310 Basic Drawing II 2

    ART 2020 Basic Drawing III 2

    ART 2010 Basic Drawing IV 2

    ART 1710 Painting I 2

    ART 2410 Painting II 2

    ART 2490 Painting III 2

    ART 1420 Basic Design I 2

    ART 1520 Basic Design II 2

    ART 1740 Introduction to Digital Media 3

    ART 2140 Art History I 3

    ART 2210 Art History II 3

    ART 3340 Art History III 3

    ART 4230 Theory of Art 3

    ART 4930 Presentation and Marketing 2

    ART 4950 Senior Show 1

    Elective credits: Select 12 elective credits 12

    Graphic Design Emphasis (48 credits)

    *Approval for 3 credits in progress

    ART 1010 Basic Drawing I 2

    ART 1310 Basic Drawing II 2

    ART 2020 Basic Drawing III 2

    ART 2010 Basic Drawing IV 2

    ART 1710 Painting I 2

    ART 2410 Painting II 2

    ART 2490 Painting III 2

    ART 1420 Basic Design I 2

    ART 1520 Basic Design II 2

    ART 2140 Art History I 3

    ART 2210 Art History II 3

    ART 3340 Art History III 3

    ART 4230 Theory of Art 3

    ART 2240 Illustration I 3

    ART 2330 Illustration II 3

    ART 1740 Introduction to Digital Media 3

    ART 2710 Graphic Design I 3

    ART 2740 Graphic Design II 3*

    ART 3910 Graphic Design III 3

    ART 4030 Graphic Design IV 3*

    ART 3740 Graphic Design V 3

    ART 4930 Presentation and Marketing 2

    ART 4950 Senior Show 1

    Elective credits: Select 2 elective credits 2

    Students are strongly urged to enroll in:

    ART 4020 Computer Graphics for Artists 2

    Graphic Design Emphasis majors are required to have an Arts Minor in the Department of Computer Science and Communication Technology Management. Required: COMM 1230, COMM 1930 and COMM 3130.

    Select 15 credits from COMM 2920, COMM 3220, COMM 3310, COMM 3330, COMM 3430, COMM 3620, COMM 3630, COMM 3720, COMM 4160, COMM 4530 AND COMM 4730.

    Art Education (54 credits)

    ART 1010 Basic Drawing I 2

    ART 1310 Basic Drawing II 2

    ART 2020 Basic Drawing III 2

    ART 2010 Basic Drawing IV 2

    ART 1710 Painting I 2

    ART 2410 Painting II 2

    ART 2490 Painting III 2

    ART 1420 Basic Design I 2

    ART 1520 Basic Design II 2

    ART 2140 Art History I 3

    ART 2210 Art History II 3

    ART 3340 Art History III 3

    ART 4230 Theory of Art 3

    ART 1740 Introduction to Digital Media 3

    ART 2920 Crafts I: Fiber and Fabrics 2

    ART 2520 Ceramics I 2

    ART 4930 Presentation and Marketing 2

    ART 4950 Senior Art Show 1

    Elective credits: Select 6 elective credits in Studio 3-D 6

    Select 8 additional credits 8

    In addition to the art education requirements, the student must take 12 credits of student teaching.

    Students who plan to teach art only at the elementary or secondary level should enroll in the College of Liberal Arts and Education and choose the art emphasis which requires completion of a minor in another field. They should also take:

    ART 4530 Art Education II: Elementary and Middle Methods 3

    ART 4630 Art Education III: Middle and High School Methods 3

    Minor in Art (24 credits)

    Students must take:

    ART 1010 Basic Drawing I 2

    ART 1310 Basic Drawing II 2

    ART 1420 Basic Design I 2

    ART 2140 Art History I 3

    ART 2210 Art History II 3

    ART 4230 Theory of Art 3

    Electives: Select 12 credits 12

    Art Core Programs

    Suggested FIRST YEAR core for art emphasis, art education emphasis and graphic design emphasis:

    Year 1 ­ 1st Semester: Drawing I (2 credits), Painting I (2), Basic Design I (2), General Requirements.

    Year 1 ­ 2nd Semester: Drawing II (2 credits), Painting II (2), Basic Design II (2), General Requirements.

    Suggested SECOND YEAR core for art emphasis and art education emphasis:

    Year 2 ­ 1st Semester: Drawing III (2 credits), Introduction to Digital Media (3), Art History I (3), General Requirements.

    Year 2 ­ 2nd Semester: Drawing IV (2 credits), Painting III (2), Art History II (3), Sophomore Portfolio Review, General Requirements.

    Suggested SECOND YEAR core for graphic design emphasis:

    Year 2 ­ 1st Semester: Introduction to Digital Media (3 credits), Graphic Design I (3), Art History I (3), General Requirements.

    Year 2 ­ 2nd Semester: Graphic Design II (3 credits), Art History II (3), Illustration I (3), Sophomore Portfolio Review, General Requirements.

    Courses OfferedArt

    Note: Courses are not listed in numerical order. Courses are listed following sequences listed on previous page.

    ART 1010 2 credits

    Drawing I: Basic Drawing

    Introduction to the basic problems of composition and representation of drawing using a variety of professional media and techniques. (For first year art majors)

    ART 1310 2 credits

    Drawing II: Styles

    The study of various methods of visual representation exploring the stylistic possibilities of textures, contours and linear pattern.

    ART 2020 2 credits

    Drawing III: Figure Drawing

    Drawing the human figure with emphasis on anatomy, structure, composition, and form. P: ART 1010, ART 1310

    ART 2010 2 credits

    Drawing IV: Intermediate Drawing

    Students will learn to expand visual awareness and develop their control of drawing as a tool for research and invention. Drawing problems progress from simple structural analysis to more sophisticated exploration of subject matter and finally to individual interpretation. Drawing media applications and exercises are expanded in this intermediate level class. P: ART 2020

    ART 3110 3 credits

    Drawing V: Perspective Drawing

    Detailed studies of ways in which principles of perspective are used to represent objects in space.

    ART 3140 2 credits

    Drawing VI: Advanced Drawing

    Advanced problem-solving in drawing requiring high degree of visual refinement with emphasis on understanding media potential. Use of still life and figure forms in studio. Further investigation of principles concerning complex forms and light with the use of advanced media. Independent studio work component. P: ART 1310 GE: FA

    ART 1710 2 credits

    Painting I: Beginning Painting

    Preparations for painting stressing the tools, techniques and principles of painting.

    ART 2410 2 credits

    Painting II: Intermediate Painting

    A continuation of ART 1710. P: ART 1710, ART 1010

    ART 2490 2 credits

    Painting III: Figure Painting

    Painting III explores the human figure in form, proportion and anatomy in studio. Students study action, volume,

    scale, design and expressive potential of human form. Formal aspects of painting are studied through intensive observation of live models. P: ART 2410, ART 2020

    ART 3410 2 credits

    Painting IV: Advanced Painting

    A continuation of ART 2410 and ART 2490. P: ART 2490

    ART 4800 3 credits

    Painting V: Materials & Techniques of Painting

    Technical exploration of art media and materials used in painting and drawing applications. Traditional and contemporary methods for creating art media and tool use. Conservation and restoration issues investigated. Lecture and studio assignment instruction format. P: ART 1720 and 4 credits in 3000 or above level art courses.

    ART 3710 2 credits

    Painting VI: Water Color Painting

    An introduction to various methods of water color painting.

    ART 2140 3 credits

    Art History I: Ancient and Medieval

    The history of western art from ancient times through Gothic period. GE: FA

    ART 2210 3 credits

    Art History II: Renaissance to 1879

    The history of art from the Renaissance to the beginning of Realism in the 19th century. P: sophomore standing GE: FA

    ART 3340 3 credits

    Art History III: Modern

    The history of modern art from Realism to the present, showing the development of the important ideas and styles in art and architecture. P: junior standing. GE: FA

    ART 2730 3 credits

    Art History IV: Ethnic Art in the United States

    (Cross offered under Ethnic Studies 2730)

    Course explores influences of a variety of cultures on art of present-day America. The focus is on art of Africa, Mexico and Native America and on contemporary artists whose work grows out of those and other traditions. GE: FA, E

    ART 3530 3 credits

    Art History V: Far Eastern Art

    A survey of the art of China, India and Japan. P: junior standing. GE: FA, IE

    ART 4230 3 credits

    Theory of Art

    A survey of the theory of art with an emphasis on contemporary ideas. P: junior standing. GE: FA

    ART 1420 2 credits

    Basic Design I: 2-D

    Introduction to the elements and fundamental concepts of two-dimensional visual arts. (For first year art majors)

    ART 1520 2 credits

    Basic Design II: 3-D

    Introduction to the elements of three-dimensional visual arts. (For first year art majors)

    ART 2240 3 credits

    Illustration I

    Exploration of various basic illustration media and techniques. Includes skill, visualization and conceptualization development as well as investigations of relationship between illustration, as an individual art form, and graphic design applications. P: ART 1420, ART 1520.

    ART 2330 3 credits

    Illustration II

    Continued investigations of various illustration media and techniques, as well as exploration of additional media. Includes further conceptual and skill development of illustration methods as an art form and investigations of the relationship between illustration and graphic design applications. P: ART 2410 and ART 2240.

    ART 3220 2 credits

    Printmaking I

    Relief printing and intaglio.

    ART 3320 2 credits

    Printmaking II

    Advanced printing processes.

    ART 2920 2 credits

    Crafts I: Fibers and Fabrics

    Construction using fiber and fabrics, fabric making, and decorating, weaving, printing and related media.

    ART 3610 2 credits

    Crafts II: Jewelry

    Basic techniques in jewelry design and production.

    ART 2520 2 credits

    Ceramics I

    Hand and wheel methods in clay production, glazing and firing.

    ART 2620 2 credits

    Ceramics II

    Continuation of ART 2520 stressing use of the pottery wheel. P: ART 2520.

    ART 3800 2 credits

    Ceramics III: Advanced

    Advanced work in clay construction, stressing individual projects. P: ART 2520 and ART 2620.

    ART 2510 2 credits

    Sculpture I: Basic

    Introduction to the concepts and media of three-dimensional art. P: ART 1520.

    ART 3510 2 credits

    Sculpture II: Intermediate

    Sculpting heads of humans, animals and aliens to experience clays, conditioning clay, camera, calipers and ruler, measurement charts, modeling tools, hollowing out tools, armatures, turntables, sculpture stand, kiln and patina. P: ART 2510.

    ART 4510 3 credits

    Sculpture III: Advanced

    Advanced work in sculpture with special emphasis on the casting of metal sculpture and foundry methods, techniques and preparations for casting. P: ART 2510, ART 3510.

    ART 2710 2 credits*

    Graphic Design I: Lettering and Typographic Design

    *Approval for 3 credits in process

    Introduction to the art and techniques of typographical design and applications to graphic design. P: ART 1420.

    ART 2740 2 credits*

    *Approval for 3 credits in process

    Graphic Design II: Introduction to Design Studio

    Introduction to studio techniques and concepts for graphic design based on exploration of formal values in design and their relation to advanced visual communication applications. P: ART 2710, ART 1740 or COMM 3130.

    ART 2750 3 credits

    American Indian Art

    Art of various culture groups of American Indians, ranging from the Inuit of the far north to tribes and nations of the southwest. Ancient and traditional art forms will be studied as well as history of art in times of culture contact and conflict, continuing through work created by contemporary tribal artists informed by those traditions. Offered various semesters GE: FA, E

    ART 3910 2 credits*

    Graphic Design III: Advanced Typography

    *Approval for 3 credits in process

    Advanced studies into the art and techniques of typographical design and applications to graphic design. P: ART 2710.

    ART 4030 2 credits*

    Graphic Design IV: Advanced Graphic Design Studio

    *Approval for 3 credits in process

    Continuation of studio techniques and advanced concepts for graphic design based on further exploration of formal values in design and their relation to advanced visual communication. P: ART 2740.

    ART 3740 3 credits

    Graphic Design V: History and Systems

    A history of graphic design in the visual arts, the role of the graphic artist and designer, and practical experience in the use of design systems.

    ART 3020 2 credits

    Studies in Art I

    Concentrated study in the specific area of studio, which is indicated in the current class schedule. May be repeated under different headings.

    ART 3030 3 credits

    Studies in Art II

    Concentrated study in a specific area of art which is indicated in the current class schedule. May be repeated under different headings.

    ART 4660 1-8 credits

    Cooperative Field Experience

    Enhancement of the educational experience through placement of a student with a cooperating agency, business industry, or institution. The nature of the assignment, type of experience, number of credits and evaluation procedure to be stipulated in a statement of agreement (learning contract) between the student and the department.

    ART 4700 2-3 credits

    Independent Work in Design

    Advanced work on design projects chosen by the student. P: ART 1420 and 1520.

    ART 4710 1-3 credits

    Independent Work in Drawing

    Drawing as an independent creative medium. P: ART 1310.

    ART 4720 2-3 credits

    Independent Work in Printmaking

    Advanced work in printmaking media elected by the student. P: ART 3220.

    ART 4730 2-3 credits

    Independent Work in Painting

    Advanced painting in media elected by the student. P: 6 credits in painting and ART 2410.

    ART 4740 2-3 credits

    Independent Work in Ceramics

    Advanced work on projects chosen by the student. P: ART 3510.

    ART 4750 2-3 credits

    Independent Work in Sculpture

    Advanced work on sculpture projects chosen by the student.

    ART 4760 2-3 credits

    Independent Work in Sculpture Casting

    Advanced work on sculpture projects chosen by the student.

    ART 4770 2-3 credits

    Independent Work in Crafts

    Independent creative work in craft areas chosen by the student.

    ART 4780 2-3 credits

    Independent Study in Art History

    Independent research on specialized problems. P: ART 2140 or ART 2210.

    ART 4790 2-3 credits

    Independent Study in Art Education

    Independent research on problems in art education. (For students majoring in art education. P: ART 3120 and ART 4530.

    ART 2430 3 credits

    Art Survey

    A general introduction to the visual arts including art history, basic principles of design, and the role of creative art both for the individual and in society. Designed to provide guidance in understanding of all periods and places. (Not for art majors) GE: FA

    ART 2500 1-3 credits

    Topics in Art

    ART 7980 1-4 credits

    Independent Study in Art

    An approved independent study proposal must be submitted to the Registrar's Office prior to registration. A section number will be assigned based on instructor and number of credits.

    Music

    http://www.uwplatt.edu/lae/music.html

    Professor: G. Daniel Fairchild, Michael E. Lewis

    Associate Professors: Robert K. Demaree, Barry L. Ellis

    Assistant Professors: Christina Shields, Anne Thurmond

    Lecturers: Barbara Burdick, Joseph Caploe, Paul Thurmond

    The Department of Fine Arts­Music program is designed to promote performance of music, the study of music form, and knowledge of the history of music as well as the teaching of music. As one of the principle fine arts, music is the art that most deals with emotion and the one that directly communicates to the listener. Performance opportunities exist that help provide a rich cultural life for the campus, the community, and the region.

    Programs of music study leading to a bachelor of science or a bachelor of arts degree with and without music education certification are offered in the College of Liberal Arts and Education. Students who plan to teach at the elementary level, middle school level or secondary level may choose instrumental, choral, general music, or combined certification programs (see advisors in the music unit of the Department of Fine Arts). Other degree emphases are available in instrumental music, vocal music, and music and business.

    Music education majors complete the College of Liberal Arts and Education general requirements, the School of Education proficiency requirements, the basic core curriculum for music majors and depth courses in music.

    All students intending to become licensed teachers must satisfy the requirements outlined in the section, "Teacher Licensure" listed under Education.

    The Department of Fine Arts/Music is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music.

    A degree in music may lead to a career in traditional areas such as teaching, performing, composing, and arranging, or to a career involving business, computers, and recording technology.

    The music unit at UW-Platteville is designed to provide many musical experiences and training. Close contact with faculty and modern facilities such as acoustically designed concert rehearsal and concert halls in the Center for the Arts are important features at UW-Platteville.

    The music unit of the Department of Fine Arts serves the student body and the region as a cultural resource by providing general courses for all students, and specialized courses leading to those occupations requiring musical expertise. Recognizing that culturally aesthetic enrichment is a vital part of university life, a goal of the music unit is to provide high quality instructional experiences through performances by guest and faculty artists and student performing organizations.

    Students of all academic disciplines are encouraged to participate in a music organization.

    General Requirements ­ Bachelor of Science Degree

    Total for Graduation 120 credits

    General Education 44-58 credits

    Music Courses 45-61 credits

    Professional education courses (music education majors only) 32 credits

    Bachelor of Arts Degree

    Students who wish to receive a bachelor of arts instead of a bachelor of science must

    1) declare their intention of doing so,

    2) meet the requirements for a B.S., and

    3) demonstrate fourth semester proficiency in a foreign language.

    Note: There is no B.A. in music education.

    Music Education Majors

    Students must take the core courses listed below, and an area of emphasis.

    Core Courses (45 credits)

    MUS 1730, 1830 Theory & Musicianship I & II 6

    MUS 1700, 1800 Aural Skills I & II 2

    MUS 2140, 3140 Advanced Theory I & II 6

    MUS 2150, 3150 Advanced Aural Skills I & II 2

    MUS 2030 Introduction to Music History and Literature 3

    MUS 3130, 3230 Music History and Literature 6

    MUS 2220 Basic Conducting 2

    Applied Major 7

    Performing Organizations 7

    Piano Proficiency, 4th Semester* 4

    MUS 0010 Master Class/Convocation 0 (7 semesters)

    Recital, one-half minimum 0

    Choral Music Education Emphasis (7-12) (58 credits)

    Major Studies 45

    MUS 1220 Diction for Singers 2

    MUS 3330 Elementary Music Methods 3

    MUS 3520 Secondary Choral Methods 2

    MUS 3820 Form and Analysis 2

    MUS 3920 Advanced Conducting 2

    MUS 4120 Orchestration & Arranging 2

    Recital, one-half minimum 0

    General Music Education Emphasis (K-12) (61 credits)

    Major Studies 45

    MUS 2430 American Music 3

    MUS 3330 Elementary Music Methods 3

    MUS 3620 Secondary General Music Methods 2

    MUS 3820 Form and Analysis 2

    MUS 3920 Advanced Conducting 2

    MUS 4120 Orchestration & Arranging 2

    Applied Voice 2

    Recital, one-half minimum 0

    Instrumental Music Education Emphasis (K-12) (59 credits)

    Major Studies 45

    MUS 2410 Brass Techniques 2

    MUS 2510 Percussion Techniques 1

    MUS 2610 String Techniques 1

    MUS 2710 Woodwind Techniques 2

    MUS 3420 Instrumental Methods 2

    MUS 3820 Form and Analysis 2

    MUS 3920 Advanced Conducting 2

    MUS 4120 Orchestration & Arranging 2

    Recital, one half minimum 0

    Pianists must substitute MUS 3410: Accompanying (2 credits) in the performing group requirements.

    **Pianists must add 4 credits of voice or secondary instrument determined by the certification desired.

    Music Nonteaching Majors

    Students must take the core courses listed below, and an area of emphasis.

    Core Courses (35 credits)

    MUS 1730, 1830 Theory & Musicianship I & II 6

    MUS 1700, 1800 Aural Skills I & II 2

    MUS 2140, 3140 Advanced Theory I & II 6

    MUS 2150, 3150 Advanced Aural Skills I & II 2

    MUS 3820 Form and Analysis 2

    MUS 2030, 3130, 3230 Music History and Literature 9

    Applied Major 8

    2 one-half recitals on major instrument 0

    MUS 0010 Master Class/Convocation (8 sem) 0

    Instrumental Music Emphasis (54 credits)

    Nonteaching core courses 35

    MUS 2220 Basic Conducting 2

    Piano Proficiency, 4th semester 4

    Instrumental Organizations 8

    Electives chosen from: 5

    MUS 2410 Brass Techniques

    MUS 2510 Percussion Techniques

    MUS 2610 String Techniques

    MUS 2710 Woodwind Techniques

    MUS 3920 Advanced Conducting

    MUS 4120 Orchestration and Arranging

    Applied Lessons (1 extra semester)

    Performing organization (1 extra organization)

    Vocal Music Emphasis (54 credits)

    Nonteaching core courses 35

    MUS 1220 Diction for Singers 2

    Piano Proficiency, 4th semester 4

    Choral Organizations 8

    Electives chosen from: 5

    MUS 2220 Basic Conducting

    MUS 3920 Advanced Conducting

    MUS 4120 Orchestration and Arranging

    Applied Lessons (1 extra semester)

    Performing Organization (1 extra organization)

    Piano Emphasis (56 credits)

    Nonteaching core courses 35

    MUS 3410 Accompanying (2 sem) 2

    MUS 4020 Piano Pedagogy (2 sem) 4

    Performing Organizations (not to be taken concurrently with Accompanying) 6

    Second instrument or voice applied lessons 4

    Electives chosen from: 5

    MUS 2220 Basic Conducting

    MUS 3920 Advanced Conducting

    MUS 4120 Orchestration and Arranging

    Applied Lessons (1 extra semester)

    Performing Organization (1 extra organization)

    Music and Business Major Required Music Courses (48 credits)

    MUS 1730, 1830 Theory & Musicianship I & II 6

    MUS 1700, 1800 Aural Skills I & II 2

    MUS 2140, 3140 Advanced Theory I & II 6

    MUS 2150, 3150 Advanced Aural Skills I & II 2

    MUS 3820 Form and Analysis 2

    MUS 2030 Introduction to Music History & Literature 3

    MUS 3130, 3230 Music History & Literature 6

    Applied Major 4

    Performing Organizations 7

    Piano Proficiency, 4th semester 4

    One-half recital, major instrument 0

    (Recital completed as part of another emphasis may be used to fulfill this requirement.)

    MUS 0010 Master Class/Convocation (4 sem) 0

    Electives chosen from: 6

    MUS 2410 Brass Techniques

    MUS 2510 Percussion Techniques

    MUS 2610 String Techniques

    MUS 2710 Woodwind Techniques

    MUS 2220 Basic Conducting

    MUS 3920 Advanced Conducting

    MUS 4120 Orchestration and Arranging

    Required Business Course (24 credits)

    ACCT 2010 Elementary Accounting 3

    ACCT 2020 Elementary Accounting 3

    BSAD 1200 Intro to American Business 3

    BSAD 2330 Organization and Management 3

    BSAD 4990 Internship 1-8*

    *Consult advisor to determine hours credited for internship.

    BSAD Electives 4-11

    Music Minor (24 credits)

    MUS 1730, 1830 Theory & Musicianship 6

    MUS 1700, 1800 Sightsinging 2

    MUS 2030 Intro to Mus History & Literature 3

    MUS 3230 Mus History & Literature 3

    Applied Major 4

    Performing Organizations 4

    Piano Proficiency, 2nd semester 2

    MUS 0010 Master Class/Convocation (4 sem) 0

    Departmental Policies

    A grade of "C" or better is required for music majors to receive credit in all music courses. The performing organization requirements may be fulfilled only through Wind Ensemble, Symphony Band, Orchestra, Marching Band, University Singers, and Chamber Choir.

    Instrumental music education majors must participate in Marching Band for a minimum of four credits. Any student receiving applied instruction must also be enrolled in an ensemble listed above using the same instrument or voice as their private instruction.

    Courses OfferedMusic

    MUS 1220 2 credits

    Diction for Singers

    Fundamentals of phonetics and sound production as applied to singing French, German, Italian and English.

    MUS 1230 3 credits

    Music Appreciation

    A guide to musical enjoyment and understanding through the examination of compositions representative of various musical forms, styles, and media. May be used to partially fulfill the university humanities requirement; not open for credit to music majors. GE: FA

    MUS 1700 1 credit

    Aural Skills I

    To be taken concurrently with Theory 1730. Singing intervals, rhythms and melodies at sight.

    MUS 1800 1 credit

    Aural Skills II

    To be taken concurrently with Theory 1830. Singing intervals, rhythms and melodies at sight.

    MUS 1730 3 credits

    Theory and Musicianship with Computer I

    Music fundamentals, keyboard harmony and ear training exercises with microcomputer.

    MUS 1830 3 credits

    Theory and Musicianship with Computer II

    A continuation of the disciplines listed above. P: MUS 1730.

    MUS 2030 3 credits

    Introduction to Music History and Literature

    A survey of music literature including western, eastern and ethnic art music, designed to develop a perspective of its evolution, and acquaintance with a repertoire of representative compositions, and a technique for listening analytically and critically. May be used to partially fulfill the university humanities requirement. P: MUS 1830 GE: F A

    MUS 2140 3 credits

    Advanced Theory - Harmony and Counterpoint

    Secondary seventh chords, modulation, two-part counterpoint and harmonic and melodic dictation. P: MUS 1830.

    MUS 2150 1 credit

    Advanced Aural Skills I

    To be taken concurrently with Advanced Theory I. Singing intervals, rhythms and melodies at sight.

    MUS 2220 2 credits

    Basic Conducting

    The development of basic conducting techniques with an emphasis on practical application of conducting vocal and instrumental music. P: MUS 1830.

    MUS 2430 3 credits

    American Music

    A survey course of American music designed to acquaint students with music from colonial times to the present, with an emphasis on the musical and sociological backgrounds which affect its development. May be used to partially fulfill the university humanities requirement. GE: FA

    MUS 2500 1-3 credits

    Topics in Music

    In-depth study of topics of interest to the music profession. The topic to be studied will be identified in the course title. By permission of the chairperson.

    MUS 3130 3 credits

    Music History and Literature

    Music history and literature from antiquity to 1750. P: MUS 1230 or MUS 2030 and for music majors, MUS 3140. GE: FA

    MUS 3140 3 credits

    Advanced Theory - Harmony and Counterpoint

    Chromatic harmony, stylistic study of counterpoint, 20th century idioms and composition. P: MUS 2140.

    MUS 3150 1 credit

    Advanced Aural Skills II

    To be taken concurrently with MUS 3140 Advanced Theory II. Singing intervals, rhythms and melodies at sight.

    MUS 3230 3 credits

    Music History and Literature

    Music history and literature from 1750 to the present. P: music majors: MUS 3130; Nonmajors: MUS 1230 or 2030. GE: F A

    MUS 3330 3 credits

    Elementary School Music Methods

    Methods and techniques in music instruction for the elementary school, stressing techniques in singing, listening, use of instruments and materials for planning and directing musical experiences. P: MUS 2140 or Tchg 2220.

    MUS 3410 1 credits

    Accompanying

    A study of the literature on accompanying and experience in accompanying singers and instrumentalists.

    MUS 3420 2 credits

    Instrumental Methods

    Practical and philosophical issues directly related to instrumental music in the school. The topics discussed are designed to provide students with specific teaching techniques in this area. P: MUS 3140.

    MUS 3520 2 credits

    Secondary Choral Methods

    Discussion of philosophies, methods and materials of teaching, organizing and administering choral music in the secondary school. P: MUS 3140 and MUS 2220.

    MUS 3620 2 credits

    Secondary General Music Methods

    Organizing and implementing the general music program at the secondary level, grades 7-12. Required for secondary general music certification. P: MUS 3140.

    MUS 3820 2 credits

    Form and Analysis

    A study of tonal music in small and large forms. P: MUS 3140.

    MUS 3920 2 credits

    Advanced Conducting

    An accelerated course in conducting that stresses interpretation of the full score, discipline of the baton and body movements, and psychological procedures. P: MUS 2220.

    MUS 4020 2 credits

    Piano Pedagogy

    A review of materials pertinent to piano teaching is made, and the technique of instructions is emphasized. By permission of instructor.

    MUS 4120 2 credits

    Orchestration and Arranging

    Basic styles of arranging for small and large ensemble stressed; score reading and manuscript writing also emphasized. P: MUS 3140.

    MUS 4500 1-3 credits

    Seminar in Music

    A critical examination of one area within the field of music, specific subject to be determined by instructor and the needs of the student. By permission of the chairperson.

    MUS 4920 1-3 credits

    Independent Study

    By permission of instructor.

    Techniques

    MUS 1210 1 credit

    Piano Techniques

    First semester.

    MUS 1310 1 credit

    Piano Techniques

    Second semester.

    MUS 2210 1 credit

    Piano Techniques

    Third semester.

    MUS 2310 1 credit

    Piano Techniques

    Fourth semester.

    MUS 2410 1 credit

    Brass Techniques

    A course designed to acquaint the prospective teacher with the methods of teaching brass instruments at the elementary and secondary school levels, and to develop basic proficiency in the actual playing of brass instruments. A two-semester sequence of courses.

    MUS 2510 1 credit

    Percussion Techniques

    A course designed to develop a knowledge of basic performance and teaching techniques at the elementary and secondary school levels.

    MUS 2610 1 credit

    String Techniques

    A course intended to develop a knowledge of basic performance and teaching techniques of string instruments at the elementary and secondary school levels.

    MUS 2710 1 credit

    Woodwind Techniques

    A course intended to develop a knowledge of basic performance and teaching techniques of woodwinds at the elementary and secondary school levels. A two-semester sequence of courses.

    Performing Organizations

    Orchestra

    MUS 1510 1 credit

    University/Community Orchestra

    The study and performance of symphonic repertoire. Open to all university students and area musicians. Placement audition required.

    Band

    MUS 1610, Section 1 1 credit

    Wind Ensemble

    The study and performance of a wide variety of band literature. Open to all university students and area musicians. Placement audition required.

    MUS 1610, Section 2 1 credit

    Symphony Band

    The study and performance of a wide variety of concert band literature. Open to all university students and area musicians.

    MUS 1610, Section 3 1 credit

    Marching Pioneers

    Participation at university football games and area parades. Membership is open to all university students who play a wind or percussion instrument and students interested in flag corps or pom-pons. No auditions required for wind and percussion. Pom-pon auditions held each year in the fall. Flag corps auditions held in spring and fall terms (for new students and freshmen) each year.

    MUS 2810 1 credit

    Woodwind Ensemble

    Open to woodwind performers by permission.

    MUS 2810 1 credit

    Brass Ensemble

    Open to brass performers by permission.

    MUS 2810 1 credit

    Basketball Band

    Open to band members by permission of director.

    Jazz

    MUS 2810 1 credit

    Jazz Combo

    A study of jazz with emphasis on improvisation. By permission of instructor.

    MUS 2810 1 credit

    Jazz Ensemble

    The study and performance of jazz ensemble literature. Open to all university students and area musicians. Placement audition required.

    Choir

    MUS 1710 (Section 1) 1 credit

    University Singers

    The study and performance of a wide variety of choral literature. Open to all university students and area musicians. Placement audition required.

    MUS 1710 (Section 2) 1 credit

    Chamber Choir

    The study and performance of a wide variety of choral literature. Open to all university students and area musicians. Placement audition required.

    MUS 1910 (Section 1) 1 credit

    Singing Pioneers (Men's Choir)

    The study and performance of men's choral literature. Open to all university students and area musicians. Placement audition required.

    MUS 1910 (Section 2) 1 credit

    Coro D'Angeli Women's Choir

    The study and performance of a wide variety of women's choral literature. Open to all university students and area musicians. Placement audition required.

    MUS 2810 1 credit

    Vocal Jazz Ensemble

    The study and performance of a wide variety of choral literature. Open to all university students and area musicians. Placement audition required.

    MUS 2810 1 credit

    Music Theater

    A study and performance of opera and musical theatre. Placement auditions required.

    Applied Music

    Private instruction in voice, piano, and orchestra and band instruments. Must be concurrently enrolled in Wind Ensemble, Symphony Band, Orchestra, Marching Pioneers, University Singers or Chamber Choir. One half-hour lesson per week per credit. There are no applied music fees above the regular tuition charge, but special course fees (i.e. purchase of music) may apply. Lesson times and instructors to be arranged.

    MUS 1010, First semester 1 credit

    MUS 1110, Second semester 1 credit

    MUS 2010, Third semester 1 credit

    MUS 2110, Fourth semester 1 credit

    MUS 3010, Fifth semester 1 credit

    MUS 3110, Sixth semester 1 credit

    MUS 4010, Seventh semester 1 credit

    MUS 4110, Eighth semester 1 credit

    Section A Piano

    Section B Voice

    Section C Flute

    Section D Oboe

    Section E Clarinet

    Section F Saxophone

    Section G Bassoon

    Section H Trumpet

    Section I Horn

    Section J String Bass

    Section K Trombone

    Section L Baritone Horn

    Section M Tuba

    Section N Percussion

    Speech Communication

    http://www.uwplatt.edu/lae/speech.html

    Professor: Mittie J. Nimocks

    Associate Professors: Karen Bennett Allen, F. Gerald Bench

    Assistant Professor: Daniel Dahlquist

    The speech communication program offered by the Department of Fine Arts is the study of HUMAN COMMUNICATION ­ people speaking and listening to one another. Speaking and listening are the most basic communication activities of our waking hours. The speech major emphasizes communication as the foundation for all successful human activity.

    The objective of the speech major is to equip you, the graduate, with the necessary skills, knowledge and attitude in order for you to speak with and listen to others effectively, whether one-on-one, in a group, or part of a team.

    Improving your oral communication skills through the study of speech will make you a much more valuable and effective professional asset to your employer, community and nation. It will also improve the quality of your personal relationships, family communication, and play time.

    Graduates with a major or co-major in speech find work in many fields, including banking, public relations, sales, child care, marketing, retailing, law, industry, management, human resources, law enforcement, government, education, and politics­to mention a few. Speech is an excellent major to prepare you for any of the 19 pre-professional programs offered at the university.

    The Department of Fine Arts offers studies leading to a bachelor of science or a bachelor of arts in speech. Speech majors must complete the College of Liberal Arts and Education general education requirements and the requirements of the major. All students intending to become licensed teachers must satisfy the requirements outlined in the section, "Teacher Licensure" listed under Education.

    General Requirements ­ Bachelor of Science Degree

    Total for Graduation 120 credits

    General Education 44-58 credits

    Major Studies 36 credits

    Bachelor of Arts Degree

    Students who wish to receive a bachelor of arts instead of a bachelor of science must

    1) declare their intention of doing so,

    2) meet the requirements for a B.S., and

    3) demonstrate fourth semester proficiency in a foreign language.

    Note: There is no B.A. in speech education.

    Students must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.50 within the major studies for graduation.

    Speech Communication Major (36 credits)

    THEA 1430 Oral Interpretation of Literature 3

    THEA 1930 Voice & Diction 3

    SPCH 2250 Communication & Leadership in Small Groups 3

    ENGL 2820 Traditional Grammar 2

    SPCH 3010 Directed Studies in Forensics 1

    SPCH 3250 Interpersonal Communication 3

    SPCH 3500 Persuasion & Argumentation 3

    SPCH 3750 Rhetoric of Western Thought 3

    SPCH 4010 Public Address/Speech Writing 3

    SPCH 4500 Communication Theory 3

    SPCH 4750 Rhetorical Criticism 3

    Choose 1 of the following research courses:

    Psyc 2230 Introduction to Experimental Psychology* 3

    Soc 3430 Social Research* 3

    * requires prerequisite(s) that can be counted toward general education requirements.

    DPI (Department of Public Instruction) certification for teaching also requires:

    COMM 1630 Introduction to Mass Media 3

    SPCH 3990 Teaching Methods in Speech Communication 3

    AND

    SPCH 2010 Communication for Teachers 3 is required as a general education requirement instead of SPCH 1010 Public Speaking

    Speech Communication Minor (24 credits)

    THEA 1430 Oral Interpretation of Literature 3

    THEA 1930 Voice & Diction 3

    SPCH 2250 Communication & Leadership in Small Groups 3

    ENGL 2820 Traditional Grammar 2

    SPCH 3010 Directed Studies in Forensics 1

    SPCH 3250 Interpersonal Communication 3

    SPCH 3500 Persuasion & Argumentation 3

    SPCH 4500 Communication Theory 3

    SPCH 3010 (Lec. 02) 1 credit

    Directed Studies in Forensics-Prose

    Students prepare prose material of literary merit drawn from one or more sources and present it in forensics competition against competitors from other universities. F S

    SPCH 3010 (Lec. 03) 1 credit

    Directed Studies in Forensics-Interpretation

    Students prepare a cutting which represents one or more characters from a play or plays of literary merit. This material may be taken from stage, screen, or radio. This is presented in forensics competition against competitors from other universities. F S

    SPCH 3010 (Lec. 04) 1 credit

    Directed Studies in Forensics-Duo

    Two students prepare a cutting from a play, humorous or serious, involving the portrayal of two or more characters. This material may be drawn from stage, screen, or radio. This is not an acting event. No costumes, props, lighting, etc., are to be used. Focus is off-stage and not to the other performer. This cutting is presented in forensics competition against competitors from other universities. F S

    SPCH 3010 (Lec. 05) 1 credit

    Directed Studies in Forensics-Critical Analysis

    An original speech by the student designed to offer an explanation and/or evaluation of a communication event such as a speech, speaker, movement, poem, poster, film, campaign, through the use of rhetorical principles. Audiovisual aids may or may not be used to supplement and reinforce the message. Manuscripts are permitted. This original speech is presented in forensics competition against competitors from other universities. F S

    SPCH 3010 (Lec. 06) 1 credit

    Directed Studies in Forensics-Speeches

    Speech to Inform. Speech to Persuade. Extemporaneous Speaking. Impromptu Speaking. Original speeches by students. Each category has specific rules which govern it. These original speeches are presented in forensics competition against competitors from other universities. F S

    SPCH 3010 (Lec. 07) 1 credit

    Directed Studies in Forensics-Poetry, POI

    Poetry: A selection or selections of poetry of literary merit which may be drawn from more than one source. Play cuttings are prohibited. POI (Program of Oral Interpretation): A program of thematically-linked selections of literary merit, chosen from at least two of the three recognized genres of competitive interpretation (prose, poetry, and drama). A substantial portion of the total time must be

    Choose 1 of the following:

    SPCH 3750 Rhetoric of Western Thought 3

    SPCH 4750 Rhetorical Criticism 3

    DPI (Department of Public Instruction) certification for teaching also requires:

    SPCH 3750 Rhetoric of Western Thought 3

    SPCH 4750 Rhetorical Criticism 3

    COMM 1630 Introduction to Mass Media 3

    SPCH 3990 Teaching Methods in Speech Communication 3

    AND

    SPCH 2010 Communication for Teachers 3 is required as a general education requirement instead of SPCH 1010 Public Speaking

    Courses OfferedSpeech Communication

    SPCH 1010 2 credits

    Public Speaking

    Students learn the fundamental theories and concepts of public communication and practice researching topics, organizing material, and presenting speeches with accompanying appropriate and natural nonverbal communication. Required for graduation.

    SPCH 2010 3 credits

    Speech Communication for Teachers

    This course focuses on all facets of speech communication vital to teachers in the classroom. Student activities include simulated instructional presentations. May replace SPCH 101 as graduation requirement.

    SPCH 2250 3 credits

    Communication & Leadership in Small Groups

    Students study contemporary theories and concepts surrounding communication in small groups. Students lead, participate in, and observe small group activities such as project planning, decision making, and task completion.

    SPCH 3010 (Lec. 01) 1 credit

    Directed Studies in Forensics-Administration

    Students are involved in the administrative responsibilities of a forensics program including events schedules, scheduling of transportation and lodging, and budgeting and financial accountability. F S

    devoted to each of the genres used in the program. Material is presented in forensics competition against competitors from other universities. F S

    SPCH 3010 (Lec. 08) 1 credit

    Directed Studies in Forensics-After Dinner Speaking

    An original humorous speech by the student, designed to exhibit sound speech composition, thematic coherence, direct communicative public speaking skills and good taste. The original speech is presented in forensics competition against competitors from other universities. F S

    SPCH 3250 3 credits

    Interpersonal Communication

    The study of human communication and relationships. Contemporary theories and basic concepts concerning interpersonal communication are covered with an emphasis on dyadic communication. P: SPCH 1010. GE: SS

    SPCH 3500 3 credits

    Persuasion and Argumentation

    Students are taught to critically evaluate, write, and orally present persuasive messages. Contemporary theories of persuasion are covered. Students end the semester by preparing and participating in a formal debate. P: SPCH 1010.

    SPCH 3750 3 credits

    Rhetoric of Western Thought

    A history of the major thinkers, writers and events that shaped western rhetoric from the works of Plato to that of contemporary rhetors and theorists. P: SPCH 1010. GE: HP (second course only)

    SPCH 3990 3 credits

    Teaching Methods in Speech Communication

    Students learn curriculum, test and measurement, setting course objectives, and setting course structure for drama, speech, debate, and other speech-related courses and activities. P: acceptance to teacher education.

    SPCH 4010 3 credits

    Public Address and Speech Writing

    An intensive study of effective public speaking, effective speeches, and effective speakers. Students evaluate speeches of historical significance, write speeches for themselves and other speakers, and present informative, persuasive, and special occasion speeches. P: SPCH 1010.

    SPCH 4250 3 credits

    Senior Seminar

    Students participate in a seminar on selected topics in the field of speech communication. P: department approval.

    SPCH 4500 3 credits

    Communication Theory

    Students learn to build their own theory of communication while studying the major schools of thought about theory, knowledge, and being as well as major theories concerning communication in a variety of contexts. P: department approval.

    SPCH 4750 3 credits

    Rhetorical Criticism

    Students study the importance of critical analysis, seminal studies in rhetorical criticism, critical method, critical theory and metatheory. Students are required to produce a critical analysis of their own. P: department approval.

    SPCH 4990 1-3 credits

    Independent Study

    Under the direction of a faculty member, the student completes study and assignments covering a specific speech-related subject, not offered in regularly scheduled courses. P: department approval.

    Theatre

    http://www.uwplatt.edu/lae/theatre.html

    Professors: Thomas P. Collins, Thomas S. Goltry

    Associate Artist: Wendy W. Collins

    The theatre program offered by the Department of Fine Arts at UW-Platteville is designed to prepare students in the liberal arts, with and without theatre education certification, and to serve as a minimal pre-professional program for those students who will be pursuing further study or a direct career path.

    The theatre program is designed to provide a strong base in theatre production (stagecraft, acting, directing), theatre history, and dramatic literature. Students should expect to pursue specific areas of study (such as theatre management and acting) in professional or graduate programs.

    Theatre is traditionally the art that involves all the other arts, i.e. music, dance, visual arts. Further, theatre is the art most like life itself. Theatre provides an opportunity to blend the arts, literature, psychology, history, etc. into a meaningful liberal arts study.

    All students intending to become licensed teachers must satisfy the requirements outlined in the section, "Teacher Licensure", listed under Education.

    Programs of study lead to a bachelor of science or a bachelor of arts degree.

    General Requirements

    Bachelor of Science Degree

    Bachelor of Arts Degree

    Total for Graduation 120 credits

    General Education 44-58 credits

    Major Studies 36 credits

    Bachelor of Arts Degree

    Students who wish to receive a Bachelor of Arts instead of a Bachelor of Science must

    1) declare their intention of doing so,

    2) meet the requirements for a B.S., and

    3) demonstrate fourth semester proficiency in a foreign language.

    Note: There is no B.A. in theatre education.

    Students must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.50 within the major studies for graduation.

    Fine Arts: Theatre Emphasis (36 credits)

    General:

    THEA 1130 Introduction to Theatre 3

    THEA 1930 Voice and Diction 3

    Production:

    THEA 1230 Technical Theatre I: Stagecraft 3

    THEA 2730 Elements of Acting 3

    THEA 3330 Play Direction 3

    History:

    THEA 4630 History of Theatre and Drama 3

    THEA 4730 History of Theatre 3

    Dramatic Literature (select 6 credits from):

    THEA 2130 Play Reading and Analysis 3

    THEA 2630 Early American Theatre and Drama 3

    WS 2860 Women in Lit: Drama 3

    THEA 4220 Recent and Contemporary Drama 3

    ENGL 3530 Modern American Drama 2-3

    ENGL 4330 Shakespeare 3

    Practicum:

    THEA 4930 Studio Production 3

    Electives:

    6 hours of electives from the theatre curriculum

    DPI (Department of Public Instruction) certification for teaching also requires:

    THEA 3220 Teaching Methods in Theatre and Drama 2

    AND

    THEA 2220 Play Production 3

    Fine Arts: Theatre Minor

    Production:

    THEA 1230 Technical Theater I: Stagecraft 3

    THEA 2730 Acting I 3

    THEA 3330 Play Direction 3

    History:

    THEA 4630 History of Theatre and Drama I 3

    OR

    THEA 4730 History of Theatre and Drama II 3

    Dramatic Literature: select 6 credits:

    THEA 2130 Play Reading and Analysis 3

    THEA 2330 Thematic Studies in Dramatic Literature 3

    THEA 2630 Early American Theatre and Drama 3

    WS 2860 Women in Lit: Drama 3

    THEA 4220 Recent and Contemporary Drama 3

    ENGL 3330 British Drama 3

    ENGL 3530 Modern American Drama 2-3

    ENGL 4330 Shakespeare 3

    Practicum:

    THEA 4900 Studio Production 3 (may be substituted for THEA 3330)

    Electives:

    6 hours of electives from the theatre curriculum

    DPI (Department of Public Instruction) certification for teaching also requires:

    THEA 3220 Teaching Methods in Theatre and Drama 2

    THEA 1130 Introduction to Theatre 3

    and

    THEA 2220 Play Production 3

    Students needing certification are encouraged to complete:

    THEA 4630 History of Theatre and Drama I 3

    and

    THEA 4730 History of Theatre and Drama II 3

    Fine Arts: Music Theatre Minor (24 credits)

    THEA 1230 Technical Theatre I: Stagecraft 3

    THEA 2730 Acting I 3

    THEA 3330 Play Direction 3

    THEA 2900 Dance for Music Theatre 3

    MUS 2810 Music Theatre 1

    MUS 1010 Applied Voice Sec. C 4

    MUS* Performing Organization 4

    THEA 3450 Directed Studies 3

    Music Theatre Performance

    *Course approved by department and student to fulfill requirements.

    Fine Arts: Performance Minor

    THEA 2730 Acting I 3

    THEA 2830 Acting II 3

    THEA 3920 Acting III 3

    THEA 2900 Dance for Music Theatre 3

    THEA 1930 Voice and Diction 3

    THEA 2950 Stage Movement 3

    THEA 2130 Play Reading and Analysis 3

    Plus THEA Electives to equal 24 credits

    Fine Arts: Technical Theatre Minor

    THEA 1230 Technical Theatre I 3

    THEA 2230 Technical Theatre II 3

    THEA 3250 Technical Theatre III 3

    ART 1120 Introduction to Drawing 2

    ART 2130 Design and Color 3

    ART 2220 Perspective Drawing 3

    THEA 2130 Play Reading and Analysis 3

    THEA 3400 Drafting the Design 3

    THEA* Theatre or Art Elective 2 or 3

    *Courses approved by department and student to fulfill requirements.

    Courses Offered Theatre

    THEA 1130 3 credits

    Introduction to the Theatre

    A survey of the elements of the theatre; units on dramatic literature, history of the theater, dance, dramatic theory and criticism, and technical theatre. GE: FA

    THEA 1230 3 credits

    Technical Theatre I: Stagecraft

    The basic principles and techniques of set construction, scene design and lighting are studied and practiced in production situations.

    THEA 1430 3 credits

    Oral Interpretation of Literature

    Theory and practice of the oral communication of the major prose and poetic forms of literature.

    THEA 2950 3 credits

    Movement for Theatre

    Fundamentals of movement and body awareness necessary for acting in theatre. Exercises in dance, mime, combat, juggling, and physical comedy.

    THEA 3220 2 credits

    Teaching Methods in Theatre and Drama

    Methods, procedures and institutional materials for high school curricular and cocurricular theatre and drama programs.

    THEA 3230 3 credits

    Advanced Oral Interpretation of Literature

    A continuation of THEA 1430 with an introduction to group performance in Reader's Theater. P: THEA 1430.

    THEA 3250 3 credits

    Technical Theatre III: Scenic Design

    An introduction to the world of scenic design for the theatre. Basic skills of drafting and rendering are learned and artistic expression is cultivated.

    THEA 3330 3 credits

    Play Direction

    The basic principles and techniques of play direction, including the choice of play, the rehearsal schedule, the analysis of the play, interpretation, blocking and directing the actors are examined through lecture and practical experience.

    THEA 3400 3 credits

    Drafting for the Theatre

    An introduction for drafting conventions used in theatre. Basic skills of mechanical drafting and Computer Aided Drafting for scenery, furniture, and props are learned through practical exercises.

    THEA 3450 1 credit

    Directed Studies in Theater

    Supervised participation in writing, producing, stage managing, directing or acting in a theatrical production. May be repeated up to 6 credits. P: departmental approval.

    THEA 3920 3 credits

    Acting III: Style Acting

    The theory and practice of acting in plays from the classical theatre with a special emphasis upon scene work from

    THEA 1930 3 credits

    Voice and Diction

    The study of the speaking voice; vocalization, articulation and pronunciation of language. Emphasis upon actor training and individual improvement.

    THEA 2130 3 credits

    Play Reading and Analysis

    The contemporary repertoire and play analysis from the literary and theatrical standpoints: form, style, plot, character, theme, and staging requirements. Lecture and small group discussion.

    THEA 2220 3 credits

    Play Production

    Costuming, makeup and business organization, particularly geared toward educational theatre. Through lecture, readings and laboratories, the history and construction of costumes, basic types of makeup and prosthetics, and business organization including public relations are studied.

    THEA 2230 3 credits

    Technical Theatre II: Lighting

    Application of lighting design to the stage and natural environment; color principles, lighting instruments and control equipment. Production participation and labs.

    THEA 2730 3 credits

    Acting I: Elements of Acting

    The physical, vocal and interpretive aspects and elements of acting. Improvisatory exercises and rehearsal and performance of scenes from modern plays.

    THEA 2830 3 credits

    Acting II: Advanced Scene Work

    Character analysis, scene objectives, intentions, relationships, and physical and vocal characterization are studied through rehearsal and performance of scenes from Ibsen, Checkhov, Strindberg, and Shaw. P: THEA 2730 or permission of instructor.

    THEA 2900 3 credits

    Dance for Music Theatre

    A dance workshop class for learning several styles of dance found in the American musical tradition. Basic elements of choreography for musicals from solo to large group dance numbers.

    Shakespeare and Moliere. P: THEA 2730 and THEA 2830 or permission of instructor.

    THEA 4530 1-3 credits

    Independent Study

    Independent pursuit of a creative project designed by the student and supervised by a staff member. P: senior standing and consent of the faculty.

    THEA 4630 3 credits

    History of Theatre and Drama

    A general survey of the rise and development of the theatre and drama from Egypt to Shakespeare. P: junior standing. GE: FA

    THEA 4660 1-8 credits

    Cooperative Field Experience

    Enhancement of the educational experience through placement of a student with a cooperating agency, business, industry, or institution. The nature of the assignment, type of experience, number of credits and evaluation procedure to be stipulated in a statement of agreement (learning contract) between the student and the department.

    THEA 4730 3 credits

    History of Theatre

    A continuation of THEA 4630. A general survey of the rise and development of the theatre and drama from Moliere to Ibsen. P: junior standing. GE: FA

    THEA 4830 3 credits

    Seminar in Theater

    A critical examination of one area within the theatre field, the specific subject to be determined by the instructor, the needs of the student and the current problems in the field. This is an elective course and is not repeatable. P: senior standing, or junior standing and permission of the department.

    THEA 4930 3 credits

    Studio Production

    Individual student production and direction of dramatic scripts. P: THEA 1230, 3330, and junior standing.