Course Form
I. Summary of Proposed Changes
Dept / Program School of Theatre & Dance
Prefix and Course #
Course Title
Graduate Computer-Aided Drafting and Design
C THTR 555
Short Title (max. 26 characters incl. spaces) Grad CADD
Summarize the change(s) proposed
Requesting approval to co-convene
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
mark.dean@umontana.edu
Dr. Stephen Kalm
stephen.kalm@umontana.edu
Are other departments/programs affected by this
Please obtain signature(s) from the
modification because of
Chair/Director of any such department/ program
(a) required courses incl. prerequisites or corequisites,
(above) before submission
(b) perceived overlap in content areas
(c) cross-listing of coursework
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.
Common Course Numbering Review (Department Chair Must Initial):
YES
NO
Does an equivalent course exist elsewhere in the MUS? Check all relevant
disciplines if course is interdisciplinary.
(http://mus.edu/transfer/CCN/ccn_default.asp)
If YES: Do the proposed abbreviation, number, title and credits align with existing course(s)? Please indicate
equivalent course/campus. 
If NO: Course may be unique, but is subject to common course review. Be sure to include learning outcomes
on syllabus or paste below. The course number may be changed at the system level.
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 - see procedure 301.30
http://umt.edu/facultysenate/committees/grad_council/procedures/default.aspx
Complete for Co-convented courses
Companion course number, title, and description (include syllabus of companion course in section V)
See procedure 301.20 http://umt.edu/facultysenate/committees/grad_council/procedures/default.aspx.
New fees and changes to existing fees are only approved once each biennium
by the Board of Regents. The coordination of fee submission is administered by
Administration and Finance. Fees may be requested only for courses meeting
specific conditions according to Policy 940.12.1
http://mus.edu/borpol/bor900/940-12-1.pdf . Please indicate whether this course
will be considered for a fee.
If YES, what is the proposed amount of the fee?
Justification:
YES
NO
IV. To Delete or Change an Existing Course – check X all that apply
Deletion
Title
Course
From:
Level U, UG, X
From:
G
Number
G
To:
To:
C
Change
Co-convened
Description
Repeatability
X
Change
Change in
From:
Cross Listing
Credits
(primary
To:
program
initiates form)
Prerequisites
Is there a fee associated with the course?
1. Current course information at it appears in
2. Full and exact entry (as proposed) 
catalog (http://www.umt.edu/catalog) 
G 555 (DRAM 533) Graduate ComputerAided Drafting and Design 3 cr. (R-6) Offered
autumn. Students will further their understanding
for how CADD software is used to create complete,
accurate draftings for design and technology in
theatre and theatre-related activities.
C 555 Graduate Computer-Aided Drafting and
Design 3 cr. (R-6) Offered autumn. Students will further
their understanding for how CADD software is used to
create complete, accurate draftings for design and
technology in theatre and theatre-related activities. 2-D
and 3-D computer drafting skills will be expanded. Coconvenes with THTR 355.
3. If cross-listed course: secondary program &
course number
4. If co-convened course: companion course number, title, and description
(include syllabus of companion course in section V) See procedure 301.20
http://umt.edu/facultysenate/committees/grad_council/procedures/default.aspx.
U 355 (DRAM 332) Computer-Aided Drafting and Applications 3 cr. (R-6) Offered autumn.
Prereq., THTR 255 (DRAM 231). Computer drafting for scenery, costumes, lighting, and sound design
drawings, including 2-D and 3-D plans, layouts and renderings. Work with CAD, photo manipulation,
spreadsheet, database, and word processing programs.
5. Is this a course with MUS Common Course Numbering?
http://mus.edu/transfer/CCN/ccn_default.asp
If yes, please explain below whether this change will eliminate the course’s common course
status.
6. Graduate increment if level of course is changed
to UG. Reference procedure 301.30:
http://umt.edu/facultysenate/committees/
grad_council/procedures/default.aspx
(syllabus required in section V)
7. Other programs affected by the change
8. Justification for proposed change
YES
NO
X
Have you reviewed the graduate increment
guidelines? Please check (X) space provided.
We are requesting approval to co-convene the abovereferenced courses.
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.
THTR 555, section 1
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING FOR THEATRE-3cr
CLASS SESSIONS: MONDAY, WEDNESDAY - 12:40 TO 2:00
MCGILL 213
P R O FE S S O R :
Mark Dean
Rm. 195, PART/V Bldg.
243-2879
mark.dean@umontana.edu
Office Hours: 1:00pm to 2:30pm on Tuesday and Thursday except when work on University productions prohibits
these times. Please feel free to make appointments or stop by at other times.
G O AL S
AND
OBJECTIVES:
The purpose of this course is to expand upon the knowledge students gained in
undergraduate school about the effective use of Computer Aided Drafting and Design
tools used in the creating of theatrical scenic, lighting and sound designs. Students
will be asked to create many different drawings using the skills they learn on the
computer.
The work for this class is designed to sequentially develop the student's
understanding and skills. Therefore it is of extreme importance that all students
complete the assignments according to the class schedule.
Each graduate student will assist undergraduate students in THTR 355 analyze,
execute, and understand basic Computer Aided Drafting and Design theories and
processes. Students will also engage in additional cohort interactions on their own.
Students should:



Build upon and improve the skills gained from an undergraduate education
Refine and improve ones individual use of Computer Aided Drafting and Design
processes
Additional outcomes are based on an individually agreement between the faculty
member and the student. This agreement is written and includes a statement of
the project to be completed along with specific outcomes that the work intends to
provide to the student
G RA DI N G :
This is rooted in the objectives stated above. The measurement or assessment of the students’
success in meeting these objectives is determined at the end of a semester in their ability to draft
quality projects. And in so doing they must demonstrate:


Ability to meet all deadlines and requirements for the course
Preparation for class as evidenced by knowledge gained from previous
assignments and assigned readings; organization of work; and timely
execution of drafting projects



Increased skill in computer drafting: speed, accuracy and efficiency,
understanding of computer software
Ability to approach work with increased independence, efficiency, and
creative thinking.
Complexity of work attempted by the students in relationship to their skill
level.
Note: The highest level of success is based on the student’s ability to demonstrate
through process and product a significant level of understanding of all theories and
an ability to utilize them effectively, appropriately, and aesthetically in their creation
of computer drafting.
Final grades for this course will be based on the following
9/7
9/14
9/28
10/12
10/19
11/2
11/9
11/21
12/7
12/14-1pm
Simple Floor Plan #1
Simple Floor Plan #2
Complex Room
Piano
Furniture
Working Drawing-Flats
Working Drawing-Moldings
Complex Room-3D
Masquer Theatre-Floor Plan
Masquer Theatre-3D
Attendance and Participation
25 points
50
75
75
75
100
100
150
150
150
100
Total --------------- 900 points
Since the completion of many of these projects is dependent upon the completion of
the preceding projects, projects turned in to the professors after the due date will not
be accepted for grading.
R E QUI RE D
Extra credit is possible and encouraged by the professors, but the student must
receive the instructors’ permission before starting a project that is to be used for extra
credit.
MATERIALS:
1GB (minimum) Flash Drive memory stick
Architect's Scale Ruler (not an Engineer's ruler)
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
http://www.umt.edu/SA/VPSA/Index.cfm/page/13
Students with Special Needs
The University of Montana assures equal access to instruction through collaboration between students with
disabilities, instructors, and Disability Services for Students (DSS). If you think you may have a disability
adversely affecting your academic performance, and you have not already registered with DSS, please contact
DSS in Lommasson 154. I will work with you and DSS to provide an appropriate accommodation.
THTR 355, section 1
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING FOR THEATRE -3cr
CLASS SESSIONS: MONDAY, WEDNESD AY - 12:40 TO 2:00
MCGILL 213
P R O FE S S O R :
Mark Dean
Rm. 195, PART/V Bldg.
243-2879
mark.dean@umontana.edu
Office Hours: 1:00pm to 2:30pm on Tuesday and Thursday except when work on University productions prohibits
these times. Please feel free to make appointments or stop by at other times.
G O AL S
AND
OBJECTIVES:
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to computer aided drafting.
Students will be asked to create many different drawings using the skills they learn
on the computer.
The work for this class is designed to sequentially develop the student's
understanding and skills. Therefore it is of extreme importance that all students
complete the assignments according to the class schedule.
Students should:

Have the ability to understand and use the course objectives of THTR 255
(DRAM 231)

Have the ability to use the computer as a drafting tool

Develop an individual drafting style

Have the ability to understand and use of the principals of computer drafting

Have the ability to follow instructions
G RA DI N G :
This is rooted in the objectives stated above. The measurement or assessment of the students’
success in meeting these objectives is determined at the end of a semester in their ability to draft
quality projects. And in so doing they must demonstrate:





Ability to meet all deadlines and requirements for the course
Preparation for class as evidenced by knowledge gained from previous
assignments and assigned readings; organization of work; and timely
execution of drafting projects
Increased skill in computer drafting: speed, accuracy and efficiency,
understanding of computer software
Ability to approach work with increased independence, efficiency, and
creative thinking.
Complexity of work attempted by the students in relationship to their skill
level.
Note: The highest level of success is based on the student’s ability to demonstrate
through process and product a significant level of understanding of all theories and
an ability to utilize them effectively, appropriately, and aesthetically in their creation
of computer drafting.
Final grades for this course will be based on the following
9/7
9/14
9/28
10/12
10/19
11/2
11/9
11/21
12/7
12/14-1pm
Simple Floor Plan #1
Simple Floor Plan #2
Complex Room
Piano
Furniture
Working Drawing-Flats
Working Drawing-Moldings
Complex Room-3D
Masquer Theatre-Floor Plan
Masquer Theatre-3D
Attendance and Participation
25 points
50
75
75
75
100
100
150
150
150
100
Total --------------- 900 points
Since the completion of many of these projects is dependent upon the completion of
the preceding projects, projects turned in to the professors after the due date will not
be accepted for grading.
Extra credit is possible and encouraged by the professors, but the student must
receive the instructors’ permission before starting a project that is to be used for extra
credit.
R E QUI RE D M A T E R I A L S :
1GB (minimum) Flash Drive memory stick
Architect's Scale Ruler (not an Engineer's ruler)
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
http://www.umt.edu/SA/VPSA/Index.cfm/page/13
Students with Special Needs
The University of Montana assures equal access to instruction through collaboration between students with
disabilities, instructors, and Disability Services for Students (DSS). If you think you may have a disability
adversely affecting your academic performance, and you have not already registered with DSS, please contact
DSS in Lommasson 154. I will work with you and DSS to provide an appropriate accommodation.
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.
Revised 5-4-11