THE-1401 Production Methods

Credits 3
THE 1401 introduces the foundations of production methods through the study of production venues and production personnel and their functions in performing arts and entertainment technology. A survey of the different styles of venues, both traditional and non-traditional, occurs, providing an awareness of the divergent work environments production takes place. An exploration of event execution and the different roles management, crew, carpenters, stage electricians, sound technicians, audiovisual technicians, and talent play provides knowledge regarding the successful load-in, execution, and load-out of an event. Students also explore how production methods personnel can positively affect social change.This course consists of a lecture component (2 hours each week) and a laboratory session (2 hours each week).
Course Outcomes

Explain the function of production venues.
Describe the collaborative process involving production personnel and their job functions.
Describe production methods regarding their application in Performing Arts and Entertainment Technology.
Execute a production method incorporating a production venue with the requisite production personnel including the load-in, execution, and load-out of an event.
Examine how production methods personnel can positively impact social change.