THE-2100 Concert and Stage Special Effects

Credits 3
THE 2100 provides an introduction to stage special effects, electrical and mechanical machinery, firearms and pyrotechnics. Explorationsin this specialized area of Theatre and Entertainment Technology are undertaken to begin establishing a professional canon. Students enrolled in this course are expected to be at an intermediate level of competency. This course consists of a lecture component (2 hour each week) and a laboratory session (2 hours each week). Students enrolled in this course are required to attend the live theatre performance(s) listed in the syllabus outside of scheduled class time. This experience is vital to understanding and learning about the performing arts and is tied directly to significant assignments in this class. Students enrolled in this course will be required to participate in a culminating performance to demonstrate proficiency in the course outcomes. Therefore, students will be required to attend production hours outside of scheduled class time during the final exam period to attend a technical rehearsal, final dress rehearsal, and performance. The specific requirements and details regarding the live theatre performance(s) and culminating performance are outlined in the syllabus. Students should pay special attention to these requirements.
Prerequisite(s): THE 1150 or THE 1040 completed with a C or higher, concurrent enrollment in THE 1150 or THE 1040, or with permission of the Department of Humanities.
2 class/2 lab hours.
(Not offered summer.)

Course Outcomes

Explain a program of fire safety
Apply a program of fire safety
Explain a program of system firing control
Use program of system firing control
Explain a program of environmental and hazards protection
Install and operate a program of environmental and hazards protection
Identify pyro-technical systems
Install and operate a pyro-technical system
Assess site conditions for public safety