Course Form (revised 7-2008)
I. Summary of Proposed Changes
Dept / Program
School of Theatre & Dance
Course Title
Professional Performance
Course #
UG THTR 423
Short Title (max. 26 characters incl. spaces)
Professional Performance
Summarize the change(s) proposed
Renaming course and changing number of credits
II. Endorsement/Approvals
Complete the form and obtain signatures before submitting to Faculty Senate Office
Please type / print name Signature
Date
Requestor:
Jere Hodgin
Phone/ email :
X2877
jere.hodgin@umontana.edu
Mark Dean
x2879
Program Chair/Director:
Other affected
programs:
Dean:
Dr. Stephen Kalm
x4970
III: To Add a New Course Syllabus and assessment information is required (paste syllabus into
section V or attach). Course should have internal coherence and clear focus.
Exact entry to appear in the next catalog (Specify course abbreviation, level, number, title, credits,
repeatability (if applicable), frequency of offering, prerequisites, and a brief description.) 
Justification: How does the course fit with the existing curriculum? Why is it needed?
Are there curricular adjustments to accommodate teaching this course?
Complete for UG courses. (UG courses should be assigned a 400 number).
Describe graduate increment (Reference guidelines: http://www.umt.edu/facultysenate/Grad/UG.htm)
Fees may be requested only for courses meeting specific conditions determined by the
Board of Regents. Please indicate whether this course will be considered for a fee.
If YES, what is the proposed amount of the fee?
Justification:
IV. To Delete or Change an Existing Course – check X all that apply
Deletion
Title
Course Number
From:
Level U, UG, G
Change
To:
Description Change
Change in Credits
X
From:
To:
1-9
9
Prerequisites
1. Current course information at it appears in catalog
(http://www.umt.edu/catalog) 
UG 401 Professional Performance: Touring 1-9 cr.
(R-18) Offered spring. Prereq., consent of instr.
Students experience the rigors and develop the skills
required for actors in touring theatre; creating
YES
NO
X
From:
To:
Repeatability
Cross Listing
(primary program
initiates form)
Is there a fee associated with the course?
2. Full and exact entry (as proposed) 
UG 423 Professional Performance 9 cr. (R18) Offered spring. Prereq., consent of instr.
Students experience the rigors and develop the
skills required for actors in touring theatre;
characters and maintaining consistent performances
through three months of intensive travel and varying
venues.
creating characters and maintaining consistent
performances through three months of
intensive travel and varying venues.
3. If cross-listed course: secondary program & course
number
4. Graduate increment if level of course is changed to UG.
Reference guidelines at:
http://www.umt.edu/facultysenate/Grad/UG.htm
(syllabus required in section V)
Have you reviewed the graduate increment
guidelines? Please check (X) space provided.
5. Other programs affected by the change
6. Justification for proposed change
We are modifying the title of this class and
revising the number of credits for the course to
bring its title in line with the other courses in
this specialty sequence.
V. Syllabus/Assessment Information
Required for new courses and course change from U to UG. Paste syllabus in field below or attach and send
digital copy with form.
UG THTR 423: Professional Performance
9 credits
This course is designed for students working as actors on tour with the Montana Repertory Theatre.
Students will perform a significant role under touring conditions in assorted venues across the
United States. Students will work cooperatively with Equity actors, professional technicians, and
stage managers from the rehearsal process through the final strike.
The objectives of this course include an ability to work under intense theatre conditions created by
the inherent rigors of touring theatre. Students will demonstrate their ability to think and act under
pressure and make consistent acting choices for months at a time. Students will learn to work
independently and with a close-knit company, while maintaining professionalism and collaboration
throughout the tour.
Grading will be based on the quality of the work, ability to work under pressure, ability to maintain
the quality and professionalism of the production throughout the tour, and the ability to think
quickly and creatively.
Students must complete the tour and be an integral, beneficial component of the team throughout the
tour. It is required that students will act during each performance.
All Theatre & Dance students must have an in-depth knowledge of the practices and
procedures outlined in the School of Theatre & Dance Handbook. The Handbook is available
online at http://www.sfa.umt.edu/drama/index.html.
Academic Misconduct and the Student Conduct Code
All students must practice academic honesty. Academic misconduct is subject to an academic
penalty by the course instructor and/or a disciplinary sanction by the University. All students need to
be familiar with the Student Conduct code. The Code is available for review online at:
www.umt.edu/SA/VPSA/Index.cfm/page/1321.
VI Department Summary (Required if several forms are submitted) In a separate document list course
number, title, and proposed change for all proposals.
VII Copies and Electronic Submission. After approval, submit original, one copy, summary of
proposals and electronic file to the Faculty Senate Office, UH 221, camie.foos@mso.umt.edu.