GAVILAN COLLEGE OFFICE OF INSTRUCTION
Curriculum Form G
Modification to an existing AA/AS degree, Certificate of Achievement or Certificate of Proficiency
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Attach program sequence as is, and with suggested modifications.

Submitted by: / John Lawton Haehl / Date: / 3/20/09
Title of Program / Theatre & Television - Technical Degree
Type of Program:
AA Degree
AS Degree
Certificate of Achievement
Certificate of Proficiency
FILL OUT THE FOLLOWING THOROUGHLY. ATTACH SHEETS AS NEEDED.
The following course/s should be:
A. / Added to the above major or certificate program at Gavilan.
Full explanation of reasons for this change: New text for for all three degrees, acting, Technical & Television w/PLOs (Per REccommendation of VPI),Add Thea 15 (Design) to requireed corses for degree. Add Thea 7 to first list of requirements, delete Thea 10 (never offered).
Part II of IV.
Effective Date: ASAP
B. / Deleted from the above major or certificate at Gavilan.
Full explanation of reasons for this change: Delete Thea 10 - never offered
Effective Date: ASAP
Routing/Approval (if not approved, state reason/s below)
Department Chairperson: / Date
Area Dean: / Date
Curriculum Committee Chair: / Date
Vice President of Instruction: / Date
Superintendent/President for District Board: / Date
CCC Chancellor’s Office: / Date

Catalog Description of the program:

Technical Production Option A.A. Degree

The technical Theatre option is designed to provide a foundation for those interested in pursuing a career in Design and Technical careers in the entertainment industry, as well as those interested in becoming involved in creating live theatre in their community.

The Technical degree offers practical courses in stagecraft (THEA 14), Introduction to design (THEA 15) as well as many opportunities for students to become involved in creative process of mounting live theatrical productions and events at Gavilan. Hands on experience in technical production is emphasized in the Gavilan Theatre Arts Program, including experience in stage management, lights, sound, costume & makeup, as well as scenic painting and construction.

Career Opportunities for a graduate of the Technical Production Option include jobs at theatre facilities as well as convention and recreational centers. While most professional companies prefer further education (BAs or MAs), there are lucrative careers with the touring companies of live performances and musical events for specialists in technical theatre.

Program Learning Outcomes: After completing this degree/certificate the student will be able to:

  • Master vocabulary and a working knowledge regarding the different technical and creative jobs related to theatre and theatre production.

  • Develop creative proficiency in designing sets, costumes, lights or sound for Gavilan productions.

•Work effectively in a team, having developed collaboration and teamwork skills through class exercises, assignments and performances.
  • Describe significant movements or genres in theatre history, and to elaborate on their social and cultural significance.

  • Discuss and critique theatrical performances, evaluating the various technical elements of the production (costume, sets, lights & sound), to determine whether they support or detract from the production and text.

Additional Comments:

Core Courses are listed once at the start of the catalogue listing. They are relpicated here for clarity. Part II of IV.

ModifiedCourse List:

Course # / Core Courses / Unit Value
Thea 1 / Theatre History / 3
Thea 2 / Children’s Theatre Repertory . . . / 3
The 12 a / Acting Techniques / 3
Thea 13 / Actor's Workshop / 3
Thea 14 / S tage Production / 2
14 total
Additional Requirements:
Thea 15 / Introduction to Design: Costume, Makeup, Set, Lights & Sound (3 units) / 3
Choose eight units from classes listed below:
Art 2a/b
Art 8a/b
Art 10a/b
Art 12 a/b
Art 13 / Two Dimensional Design/Form and Color (3/3 units)
Photography (3/3 units)
Cultural History of Ceramics/Ceramics (3/3 units)
Sculpture (2/2 units)
Three Dimensional Design (3 units) / 3
3
3
2
3
Any Computer Graphics & Design course
Any Music performance course / 1-3
Thea 14
Thea 7 / Stage Production (1-3 units)
Appreciation for Theatre(3 units) / 1-3
3
Choose one or more
Cmun2/Thea4 / Oral Reading (3 units) / 3
Thea 19 / Acting for Film and Television (3 units) / 3
Thea 2b
Thea 12b / Children’s Theatre Repertory (2 units)
Introduction to Acting (2 units) / 2
2
Total units for the major /

24

Plus completion of General Education requirements: /

Units Vary

Total units Required for AA Degree: / 60

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