Course Form (revised 7-2008)
I. Summary of Proposed Changes
Dept / Program
School of Theatre & Dance
Course Title
Graduate Design Seminar IV
Course #
G THTR 646
Short Title (max. 26 characters incl. spaces)
Grad Design Seminar IV
Summarize the change(s) proposed
New course
II. Endorsement/Approvals
Complete the form and obtain signatures before submitting to Faculty Senate Office
Please type / print name Signature
Requestor:
Mike Monsos
Phone/ email :
x5138
Program Chair/Director:
Other affected
programs:
Dean:
Date
michael.monsos@umontana.edu
Mark Dean
x2879
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.) 
G 646 Graduate Design Seminar IV 2 cr. Offered spring. This course is the capstone to the seminar
sequence which completes the design process skills developed in Seminar I, II, and III of effective research,
collaboration and script analysis methodologies and exploration practices.
Justification: How does the course fit with the existing curriculum? Why is it needed?
This course completes a sequence of design courses and provides the faculty and graduate student an
opportunity to address distinctive needs in preparation for professional employment.
Are there curricular adjustments to accommodate teaching this course?
Yes.
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
From:
To:
Prerequisites
1. Current course information at it appears in catalog
(http://www.umt.edu/catalog) 
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) 
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
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.
Graduate Design Seminar IV
Course #:
Time:
Room:
Instructor:
THTR 646
F 12:40-2:00
McGill 215
Mike Monsos
PARTV Building Room 192
243-5138
michael.monsos@umontana.edu
Text:
Materials
Needed:
None
Drawing, rendering and modeling tools
Course Description
This course is the capstone to Graduate Design Seminar I, II and III, which enhanced skills in
primary and secondary areas and to learn how to effectively communicate with theatre technicians in
all areas. Students will take all the skills developed in the sequence and all the accrued design work
from their academic career in a final portfolio. Special attention will be given to specific skills
needed in preparation for professional placement (i.e. teaching portfolio, website development,
curriculum development, marketing and job interview strategy, etc.)
Course Objectives
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The ability to clearly and professionally prepare oneself for the job market
To fully develop portfolio and interview skills
To be able to communicate with theatre professionals
To be able to succeed and prosper in the field of theatrical design
Class Policies
This is a laboratory class. You are in charge of your time and are responsible for attending class.
Grading Policies
You must demonstrate:
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An ability to meet all deadlines and requirements for the course.
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Preparation for assignment as evidenced by knowledge gained from previous assignments,
organization of work; and timely execution of research projects.
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An ability to work collaboratively on projects.
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An ability to effectively work in cross-disciplinary areas.
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Student's demonstrated growth in developing and/or refining his/her personal design
aesthetic.
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Student’s flexibility in relationship to ongoing work and criticism of work.
An ability to approach work with increased independence, efficiency, flexibility, and creative
thinking.
Quality of skills developed in collaborative areas; i.e. interpersonal communication,
distillation of all presented material into a unified design idea, time management.
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 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.
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
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.