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    May 20, 2024  
2022-2023 Catalog of Courses 
    
2022-2023 Catalog of Courses [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • SOC 400 - Native American Law and Politics


    A sociological study of the history of the political and legal changes that have shaped the contours of contemporary Federal Indian Law and the laws and governing systems of various Indian tribes. This course will also examine this history against emerging international human rights principles.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

  
  • SOC 425 - Imagination and Society


    This course will explore the practice of imaginative and narrative skills to engage in re-envisioning, shaping, and aiding individuals, groups and social institutions and structures.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Notes:
    This course is graded Satisfactory (Credit/No Credit).
  
  • SOC 495 - Senior Seminar


    The Senior Seminar requires advanced study and independent research in a selected topic. The student will prepare and submit a senior seminar research paper to qualify for graduation.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Notes:
    This course is part of the Sociology Block program, and requires special permission to register.
  
  • SOC 499 - Independent Study


    Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the Department Chairperson and Dean.

    Credits: 1-6

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Notes:
    No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
  
  • THEA 100 - Theatrical Production


    This course offers students interested in theatrical production the opportunity to apply foundational skills in the areas of technical theatre, performance, management and marketing. Students gain a working knowledge of skills necessary to stage a performance.

    Credits: 1-3

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • THEA 101 - Introduction to Theatre


    This course offers a general introduction to the theatre and to performance in the human experience. Students view and discuss films and live performances, and perform scenes in class. The course emphasizes an understanding of the processes of creating theatre, and of the role of theatre and performance in the context of cultures and contemporary society.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    gtPathways: AH1

    Notes:
    There is a strong participatory component to the course.

    This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.

  
  • THEA 126 - Introduction to Dance


    This course explores the practical and theoretical foundations of dance in the context of historical and contemporary cultures.  As an expressive art, topics may include, but are not limited to, ballet, jazz, modern, world and improvisational dance.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    gtPathways: AH1

    Notes:
    This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
  
  • THEA 130 - Stage Technology


    This experiential course provides students with the foundational skills of construction and creation in technical theatre encompassing scenery, sound properties, costumes, and stage lighting.  

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)

  
  • THEA 138 - Acting Techniques I


    This course introduces students to basic performance techniques including bodywork, voice, characterization, audition techniques, and beginning text analysis through scene and monologue work.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-2)

  
  • THEA 158 - Dance Techniques: Ballet


    This course introduces students to basic ballet techniques. Students gain foundational skills for body awareness, health and performance.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-4)

  
  • THEA 160 - Dance Techniques: Jazz Dance


    This course introduces students to basic jazz dance techniques. Students gain foundational skills for body awareness, health and performance.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-4)

  
  • THEA 162 - Dance Techniques: Modern Dance


    This course introduces students to basic modern dance techniques. Students gain foundational skills for body awareness, health and performance.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-4)

  
  • THEA 164 - Dance Techniques: Tap Dance


    This course introduces students to basic tap dance techniques. Students gain foundational skills for body awareness, health and performance.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-4)

  
  • THEA 166 - Dance Techniques: Topics


    This course introduces students to basic dance techniques. Students gain foundational skills for body awareness, health and performance. The topic varies based on departmental needs.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-4)

  
  • THEA 238 - Acting Techniques II


    This course involves advanced training in application of acting techniques of the voice and body including techniques of: freeing the body and voice, body language, movement in the development of characterization, and advanced text analysis.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-2)

    Prerequisites: THEA 138  (minimum grade of C)

  
  • THEA 240 - Ancient and Classical Theatre


    This course is the first in the theatre criticism/dramatic literature sequence (THEA 240, THEA 340 , and THEA 345 ). Students taking this course attain a breadth and depth of foundational knowledge of Western theatre/dramatic literature and culture by examining various styles and traditions of performers, playhouses, plays, and playwrights to 1800. Focus is placed on attaining insight into the thinking and theatre conventions of times and places at a greater distance from our own including: Classical Greek and Roman, Medieval, Italian Renaissance, Elizabethan, Jacobean and Caroline, Spanish, French Neo-classic, Restoration and the Enlightenment.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    gtPathways: AH1

    Notes:
    This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
  
  • THEA 257 - Make-up Techniques


    This course is the study and application of the production elements, materials, methods, and principles of design as applied to stage make-up. Presented in a studio format and project driven, the class explores script analysis, concept development, style selection, and extensive practice in a variety of techniques for make-up.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

  
  • THEA 275 - Stage Management


    This course covers stage management from the inception of a production concept through the process of mounting a production, focusing on the interrelationships of the various artists involved, management and scheduling of time, and the psychology of handling a wide range of personalities.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

  
  • THEA 299 - Individual Study


    Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the Department Chairperson and Dean.

    Credits: 1-6

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Notes:
    No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
  
  • THEA 300 - Advanced Theatre Production


    This course offers students interested in theatrical production the opportunity to apply their required knowledge and skill in the areas of technical theatre, performance, management and marketing in a variety of production styles.

    Credits: 1-3

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Prerequisites: THEA 100  (minimum grade of C)

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.

    Notes:
    There is a course specific fee for this course.
  
  • THEA 305 - Field Study in Theatre


    This course provides students the opportunity to participate in theatre related activities not directly associated with Fort Lewis College, such as study trips to theatre events in New York, Los Angeles and elsewhere. Topics and the credit available will vary according to the purpose of the field study.

    Credits: 1-3

    Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits.

  
  • THEA 310 - Scenic Design


    This course examines the process of theatrical scene design from early conception to realization. Course work is project-based. Students are introduced to the crafts of script analysis, conceptualization, design expression, drafting, and 3-D model building.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: THEA 130  (minimum grade of C)

    Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore

  
  • THEA 315 - Lighting Design


    This course examines the process of theatrical lighting design through experiential projects, lecture/demonstrations, hands-on production experience, and theoretical projects. Subject matter includes aesthetics of light, color theory, electricity, lighting equipment, and basic light technology.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: THEA 130  (minimum grade of C)

    Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore

  
  • THEA 320 - Sound Design


    This course examines the process of theatrical sound design through experiential projects, lecture/demonstrations, hands-on production experience, and theoretical projects. Subject matter includes aesthetics of sound design and theory, electricity, acoustics, equipment and basic sound technology.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: THEA 130  (minimum grade of C)

    Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore

  
  • THEA 322 - Creative Dramatics


    This course focuses on leading groups in the creation of improvised drama in order to strengthen the performer, rather than the performance. The improvisation is designed to develop communication and problem solving skills, to develop and maintain good physical and mental health, and to explore our understanding the external world by clarifying values and verbalizing hopes and beliefs.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore

  
  • THEA 323 - Theatre for Young Audiences


    This performance-based course focuses on creating, rehearsing, and producing theatre for youth that is designed for educational purposes and appropriate for Children’s Theatre.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

  
  • THEA 324 - Costume Design


    This course examines the process of theatrical costume design through experiential projects, lecture/demonstrations, hands-on production experience, and theoretical projects. Subject matter includes aesthetics of costume design as well as costume construction, fabrics, and pattern making.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: THEA 130  (minimum grade of C)

    Notes:
    Formerly THEA 357
  
  • THEA 336 - Directing


    This course concentrates on the conceptual and practical application of creating performance from its inception to opening night. Students will develop and apply skills of text analysis, conceptualization, planning and organizing, staging, and communicating with and guiding actors and designers.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: THEA 138  (minimum grade of C)

    Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore

  
  • THEA 338 - Acting for Camera


    Students will be introduced to techniques for auditioning and performing to camera and other electronic media. Explorations include appropriate voice and body work that would enable students to grow in confidence and emphasize attention to appearance and voice. Scripts from commercials, television and film will be utilized.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-2)

    Prerequisites: THEA 138  (minimum grade of C)

  
  • THEA 340 - Modern Theatre


    This course, the second in the dramatic literature sequence (THEA 240 , THEA 340, and THEA 345 ) surveys developments in theatre practice and dramatic literature from the beginning of the 19th through the mid-21st century. The development of modern drama and the concurrent philosophical thinking in Western theatre history will be the focus of the course.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: THEA 240  

  
  • THEA 356 - Guest Artist Series


    Students in this course work with and learn from visiting theatre professionals in the areas of directing, designing, performing and theatre administration. Topics vary each semester.

    Credits: 1-3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): 45-50

    Hours: 50 hours is the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits provided the topics are different.

  
  • THEA 358 - Dance Techniques: Advanced Ballet


    This course offers students the opportunity to develop further the techniques of ballet in application, criticism and performance.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-4)

    Prerequisites: THEA 158  

  
  • THEA 360 - Dance Techniques: Advanced Jazz Dance


    This course offers students the opportunity to develop further the techniques of jazz dance in application, criticism and performance.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-4)

    Prerequisites: THEA 160  

  
  • THEA 362 - Dance Techniques: Advanced Modern Dance


    This course offers students the opportunity to develop further the techniques of modern dance in application, criticism and performance.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-4)

  
  • THEA 364 - Dance Techniques: Advanced Tap Dance


    This course offers students the opportunity to develop further the techniques of tap dance in application, criticism and performance.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-4)

    Prerequisites: THEA 164  

  
  • THEA 366 - Dance Techniques: Advanced Topics


    This course offers students the opportunity to develop further the techniques of dance in application, criticism and performance. The topic varies based on departmental needs.

    Credits: 2

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-4)

  
  • THEA 415 - Devised and Performance Art


    This course traces the history, tradition, practice and aesthetics of 20th and 21st century performance, live, multimedia, and devised art. Examining new ways of authoring performance with multiple artists (designers, writers, performers, etc.), students will be exposed to a variety of creative processes in solo and ensemble performance and incorporate the tools necessary in the creation of original work.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Minimum Class Standing: Junior

  
  • THEA 420 - Theatre for Social Action


    This course will provide students with the opportunity to examine issues of Social Justice and offer healing solutions to social, cultural, institutional, interpersonal and personal oppressions that occur in our community, country, and on a global level. Students will learn interactive theater techniques used by practitioners as tools to help bring about social change and healing.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Minimum Class Standing: Junior

  
  • THEA 438 - Acting Techniques III


    This course further challenges the acting student’s performance skills through the theory and practice of advanced styles of acting. At this level, the students will focus on acting styles specific to periods including, but not limited to, Greek, Roman, Commedia dell’arte, Classical French, English Renaissance, Restoration and Comedy of Manners.

    Credits: 4

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-2)

    Prerequisites: THEA 138  (minimum grade of C)

  
  • THEA 460 - Internship in Theatre


    This course provides students the opportunity to take a forward step in their career development through active internship partnerships with professional and not for profit theatre organizations. Specific internships are determined by partner organizations, supervising faculty and the student.

    Credits: 1

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): 50

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour. 

    Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore

  
  • THEA 496 - Senior Seminar


    This course gives senior theatre majors the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities in connecting the analytical academic research process to performance. Significant research, on an approved topic, will result in a substantial paper. Each student’s research combined with insightful performance knowledge, problem-solving techniques, and creative thinking, results in a public presentation.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Minimum Class Standing: Junior

  
  • THEA 499 - Independent Study


    Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the Department Chairperson and Dean.

    Credits: 1-6

    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.

    Notes:
    No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
  
  • TRS 82 - Introduction to Algebra


    This course provides review and instruction in elementary algebra and offers the opportunity to apply these skills to word problems and critical thinking exercises.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: Computed CALC Placement Score 082 or Computed QUAN Placement Score 082 or Computed STAT Placement Score 082

  
  • TRS 91 - Introduction to Academic Writing


    This course is intended for students who need additional practice in composing before attempting a college-level composition class. The course emphasizes writing as a recursive process by focusing on prewriting, analyzing audiences, drafting, revising, and editing. It also focuses on development of college-level reading and writing skills through topic, thesis, and stylistic development, culminating in a well-developed essay.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: FLC Writing Placement Score C091

  
  • TRS 92 - Intermediate Algebra


    Designed to provide review and instruction in college preparatory mathematics for students with deficiencies in or apprehensions about required entrance level mathematics courses. The course will cover such topics as algebraic expressions, manipulation of signed numbers, solving equations and inequalities, algebraic fractions, polynomials, exponents, radical expressions, and graphing.

    Credits: 3

    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)

    Prerequisites: Computed CALC Placement Score 092 or Computed QUAN Placement Score 092 or Computed STAT Placement Score 092

    Notes:
    Students who wish to enroll in this course should have successfully completed at least the equivalent of Algebra I.
 

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