Chabot College
February 1996
Removed Fall 2010
Course Outline for Theater Arts 43
STAGE SCENERY AND PROPERTIES
Catalog Description:
43 - Stage Scenery and Properties
2 units
Introduction to design of theatrical sets, including properties; techniques of construction, organization,
and implementation of design for production. Prerequisite: Theater Arts 40 completed with a grade of
"C" or better. 1 hour lecture, 2 hours laboratory.
[Typical contact hours: lecture 17.5, laboratory 35]
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should:
1. develop an awareness of the subtleties of style in scenic design and appreciation of scenic design
as a historic and plastic visual art form;
2. develop a more responsible level of artistic integrity and creativity in rendering and executing of
the design concept.
Course Content:
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Scene design in the theatre
Scene design as a visual art
The design idea
Drafting the design
Methods of Presentation:
1. Class lectures, discussions and analysis of historical reference materials
2. Graphic design problems including perspective elevations and renderings, floor plans construction
drawings will be addressed during laboratory hours
Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
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Student evaluation
Weekly design assignments
One midterm examination, a final examination
Design project and cumulative laboratory hours
Textbook(s) Typical:
None
Special Student Materials:
Drafting materials as required by instructor
JR:kh Theater Arts43.46 Revised: 2/23/96