UCC/UGC/ECCC
Proposal for New Course
Please attach proposed Syllabus in approved university format.
1. Course subject and number: TH 450
2. Units:
See upper and lower division undergraduate course definitions.
3. College:
Arts and Letters
4. Academic Unit:
3
Theatre
5. Student Learning Outcomes of the new course. (Resources & Examples for Developing Course Learning
Outcomes)
Student Learning Outcomes: The student will…
a) Evaluate, analyze and apply a depth and breadth of knowledge about the global impact of
Theatre history, literature, and practices to the scholarship and practice of the art and
craft of Theatre.
b) Value and apply understanding of and experience with Theatre as a collaborative art to
the scholarship and practice of Theatre.
c) Apply knowledge of theory to practical work in Theatre.
d) Articulate an understanding of sustainability in Theatre, in all its manifestations.
e) Effectively communicate the theory and practice of Theatre in the following modes:
digital, literary, verbal, and non-verbal.
f) Apply effective problem solving through creative and critical thinking.
g) Demonstrate the facility to synthesize and apply their liberal studies to the practice of
Theatre.
h) Practice an effective system of preparation and working habits.
6. Justification for new course, including how the course contributes to degree program outcomes,
or other university requirements / student learning outcomes. (Resources, Examples & Tools for Developing
Effective Program Student Learning Outcomes).
In order to strengthen the unique nature of each theatre emphasis, we are creating two new
classes, TH450 and TH460, and renaming TH 440. Courses in Topics in Theatre Design and
Technology would be specific to the design and technology area. Recent courses that would
qualify for the Topics in Theatrical Design and Technology category have included Costume
Armor, Sound Design, Dyeing and Painting for Theatre, and Scenic Painting
7. Effective BEGINNING of what term and year?
See effective dates calendar.
Fall 2015
8. Long course title: TOPICS IN DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
(max 100 characters including spaces)
Effective Fall 2012
9. Short course title: TOPICS IN DESIGN & TECH
(max. 30 characters including spaces)
10. Catalog course description (max. 60 words, excluding requisites):
Intensive work in a specific area of theatre design and technology
11. Will this course be part of any plan (major, minor or certificate) or sub plan (emphasis)?
Yes
If yes, include the appropriate plan proposal.
Theatre; B.A., Theatre; B.S.
No
12. Does this course duplicate content of existing courses?
Yes
No
If yes, list the courses with duplicate material. If the duplication is greater than 20%, explain why
NAU should establish this course.
13. Will this course impact any other academic unit’s enrollment or plan(s)?
Yes
No
If yes, describe the impact. If applicable, include evidence of notification to and/or response from
each impacted academic unit
14. Grading option:
Letter grade
Pass/Fail
Both
15. Co-convened with:
14a. UGC approval date*:
(For example: ESE 450 and ESE 550) See co-convening policy.
*Must be approved by UGC before UCC submission, and both course syllabi must be presented.
16. Cross-listed with:
(For example: ES 450 and DIS 450) See cross listing policy.
Please submit a single cross-listed syllabus that will be used for all cross-listed courses.
17. May course be repeated for additional units?
17a. If yes, maximum units allowed?
6
17b. If yes, may course be repeated for additional units in the same term?
Yes
No
Yes
No
18. Prerequisites:
Instructor Consent
If prerequisites, include the rationale for the prerequisites.
Topics courses require an advanced level of commitment in order to be successful and
instructor consent allows for the faculty member and student to have a conversation about
the student’s preparedness to engage successfully with the content and requirements of the
course.
19. Co requisites:
Effective Fall 2012
If co requisites, include the rationale for the co requisites.
20. Does this course include combined lecture and lab components?
Yes
If yes, include the units specific to each component in the course description above.
21. Names of the current faculty qualified to teach this course:
No
Ben Alexander, Kate Ellis,
Steven House, Jennifer
Peterson
22. Classes scheduled before the regular term begins and/or after the regular term ends may require
additional action. Review “see description” and “see impacts” for “Classes Starting/Ending
Outside Regular Term” under the heading “Forms”
http://nau.edu/Registrar/Faculty-Resources/Schedule-of-Classes-Maintenance/.
Do you anticipate this course will be scheduled outside the regular term?
Yes
No
23. Is this course being proposed for Liberal Studies designation?
If yes, include a Liberal Studies proposal and syllabus with this proposal.
Yes
No
24. Is this course being proposed for Diversity designation?
If yes, include a Diversity proposal and syllabus with this proposal.
Yes
No
Answer 22-23 for UCC/ECCC only:
FLAGSTAFF MOUNTAIN CAMPUS
Scott Galland
Reviewed by Curriculum Process Associate
1/15/2015
Date
Approvals:
Department Chair/Unit Head (if appropriate)
Date
Chair of college curriculum committee
Date
Dean of college
Date
For Committee use only:
Effective Fall 2012
UCC/UGC Approval
Date
Approved as submitted:
Yes
No
Approved as modified:
Yes
No
EXTENDED CAMPUSES
Reviewed by Curriculum Process Associate
Date
Approvals:
Academic Unit Head
Date
Division Curriculum Committee (Yuma, Yavapai, or Personalized Learning)
Date
Division Administrator in Extended Campuses (Yuma, Yavapai, or Personalized
Learning)
Date
Faculty Chair of Extended Campuses Curriculum Committee (Yuma, Yavapai, or
Personalized Learning)
Date
Chief Academic Officer; Extended Campuses (or Designee)
Date
Approved as submitted:
Yes
No
Approved as modified:
Yes
No
Effective Fall 2012
SAMPLE TOPICS SYLLABUS:
TH 450 (#13806) Fall 2014
Dyeing & Painting
Tues. / Thurs. 11:10-12:25
PFA Rm. Costume Shop
Instructor: Jennifer Peterson
Office: PFA Bldg. 37 Rm. 123c
Email: Jen.Peterson@nau.edu
Office Hours: By Appointment
1. Course Description: This class will offer the students an opportunity to learn Dyeing and
Painting methods uniquely adapted for the requirements of stage costumes. The class will
teach them how to utilize tools used for Dyeing and Painting fabric and clothing for the theatre,
offer an understanding of the Dyer/ Painters place in the Costume shop and the Theatrical
process. This will primarily be done through hands on projects and research to help student
create an understanding of several different dyeing and painting techniques.
2. Course Prerequisites: Declared theatre major or minor
3. Required Text:
a. Fabric Painting and Dyeing for the Theatre by Deborah M. Dryden
b. Colors, The Story of Dyes and Pigments by Francois Delamare & Bernard Guineau
4. Recommended Text:
a. Color, A Natural History of the Palette by Victoria Finlay
5. Required Course Materials
a. 1 pair of fabric cutting scissors
b. 1 pair of Paper cutting scissors
c. 1 Protective eyewear
d. 1 pair of Rubber or Latex Gloves
e. 1 Dust Mask
f. 1 Three Ring Binder
g. Notebook
h. A full Apron, Smock or lab coat
i. A thrift store Item of clothing
6. Learning Outcomes/Expectations: The Student WILL
a. Evaluate, analyze and apply a depth and breadth of knowledge about the global impact
of Theatre history, literature, and practices to the scholarship and practice of the art and
craft of Theatre.
Effective Fall 2012
b. Value and apply understanding of and experience with Theatre as a collaborative art to
the scholarship and practice of Theatre.
c. Apply knowledge of theory to practical work in Theatre.
d. Articulate an understanding of sustainability in Theatre, in all its manifestations.
e. Effectively communicate the theory and practice of Theatre in the following modes:
digital, literary, verbal, and non-verbal.
f. Apply effective problem solving through creative and critical thinking.
g. Demonstrate the facility to synthesize and apply their liberal studies to the practice of
Theatre.
h. Practice an effective system of preparation and working habits.
7. Learning Methods:
a. Lectures: Class lectures will include descriptions, explanations, and demonstrations of
equipment and procedures. The lectures will relate specifically to the reading in the
texts.
b. Projects: The projects will be used to reinforce and support the information covered in
the lectures by providing hands-on, practical application of those principles.
8. Assessment Methods
a. Assessments of Learning Outcomes will involve the following:
i. Instructor Response: All phases of this course will include an instructor response.
This will include successes as well as improvements to be made.
ii. Peer Review and Response: All Research/Application Projects will be discussed
as a class whole.
iii. In-Class Quizzes and Testing: Tests will provide benchmarks and quantifiable
improvement in the course topic.
iv. Written: Each Research Project will be accompanied by a written element
9. Course Grading:
a. Quizzes – 5 @ 20points each
100
b. Research Projects – 2 @ 100 points each
200
c. Participation/ Attendance- 28 days @3.57 points/day 100
d. In Class Samples- 40 @10 points each
400
e. Sample Book – 1 @200 points
200
f. Total Points
1000
i. A= 1000 – 900 points
ii. B= 899 - 800 points
iii. C= 799 – 700 points
iv. D= 699 – 600 points
v. F=599 and below
10. Course Attendance: Due to the very hands-on nature of this class, attendance is mandatory.
There is not time for private lessons. Your grade is derived almost entirely from in class work.
So, please come to class and be there on time.
a. NAU Theatre Attendance Policy: Every student enrolled in a Department of Theatre
course will be allowed three (3) “sick days” or unexcused absences. Beyond this limit of
three absences, the student’s final grade will be lowered a one-third-letter grade for
every unexcused absence. (An “A-” would become a “B+” for example) Emergencies,
deaths in the family or severe illnesses must be accompanied by proper documentation
in order to be excused. Arriving late to class or leaving class early will be considered an
Effective Fall 2012
absence. Students must provide an institutional form to the professor for Official
University event absences. Students with ten (10) MWF absences or six (6) TTH
absences will be administratively dropped with an “F”.
b. MAKE-UP WORK: This class moves very quickly and since all the work is done in class
there is not a lot of room for make-up days. Therefore, I will not accept late work from
unexcused absences. Nor will I allow make-up exams for unexcused absences.
Please keep this in mind. If the assignment is handed in on time, I will grade and return
it, you then have until Dec 1st to redo the work and I will happily re-grade it. This does
not apply to quizzes and exams
11. Course Policies: This course will follow all policies as stated by Northern Arizona University.
a. NAU Policy Statements: http://www4.nau.edu/avpaa/policy1.html
b. Add, Drop, and Withdrawal deadlines: For the Fall 2014 16 week (standard)
semester, the dates are: Add/Drop Deadline – 9/4/14; Withdrawal (W) Deadline –
10/24/14. http://nau.edu/Registrar/Important-Dates/Fall/
c. Emergency Textbook Loan Program. Eligible students can apply for assistance with
acquisition of textbooks for the semester. More information at: http://nau.edu/LEADSCenter/Textbook-Loan-Program/
12. Resources for Student Success
a. Successful university students take advantage of services and resources designed to
boost learning and achievement.
i. ResourceConnect- your online central navigation point for all NAU student
resources
b. Disability Resources: Students may find information regarding these resources at
the following website: http://www4.nau.edu/dr/students.html
13. Course Schedule
a. The Instructor reserves the right to adjust, amend or change the schedule at any time
due to class, departmental, or production needs.
Course Schedule will be dependent on the semester in which this course will is taught
NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY
POLICY STATEMENTS FOR COURSE SYLLABI
SAFE ENVIRONMENT POLICY
NAU’s Safe Working and Learning Environment Policy prohibits sexual harassment and assault, and
discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual
orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status by anyone at this university. Retaliation of any
kind as a result of making a complaint under the policy or participating in an investigation is also
prohibited. The Director of the Office of Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity (AA/EO) serves as the
university’s compliance officer for affirmative action, civil rights, and Title IX, and is the ADA/504
Coordinator. AA/EO also assists with religious accommodations. You may obtain a copy of this policy
from the college dean’s office or from the NAU’s Affirmative Action website nau.edu/diversity/. If you
have questions or concerns about this policy, it is important that you contact the departmental chair,
dean’s office, the Office of Student Life (928-523-5181), or NAU’s Office of Affirmative Action (928)
523-3312 (voice), (928) 523-9977 (fax), (928) 523-1006 (TTD) or aaeo@nau.edu.
Effective Fall 2012
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
If you have a documented disability, you can arrange for accommodations by contacting Disability
Resources (DR) at 523-8773 (voice) or 523-6906 (TTY), dr@nau.edu (e-mail) or 928-523-8747 (fax).
Students needing academic accommodations are required to register with DR and provide required
disability related documentation. Although you may request an accommodation at any time, in order
for DR to best meet your individual needs, you are urged to register and submit necessary
documentation (http://www.nau.edu/dr) 8 weeks prior to the time you wish to receive
accommodations. DR is strongly committed to the needs of student with disabilities and the promotion
of Universal Design. Concerns or questions related to the accessibility of programs and facilities at
NAU may be brought to the attention of DR or the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity
(523-3312).
ACADEMIC CONTACT HOUR POLICY
Based on the Arizona Board of Regents Academic Contact Hour Policy (ABOR Handbook, 2-224), for
every unit of credit, a student should expect, on average, to do a minimum of three hours of work per
week, including but not limited to class time, preparation, homework, studying.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Integrity is expected of every member of the NAU community in all academic undertakings. Integrity
entails a firm adherence to a set of values, and the values most essential to an academic community
are grounded in honesty with respect to all intellectual efforts of oneself and others. Academic
integrity is expected not only in formal coursework situations, but in all University relationships and
interactions connected to the educational process, including the use of University resources. An NAU
student’s submission of work is an implicit declaration that the work is the student’s own. All outside
assistance should be acknowledged, and the student’s academic contribution truthfully reported at all
times. In addition, NAU students have a right to expect academic integrity from each of their peers.
Individual students and faculty members are responsible for identifying potential violations of the
university’s academic integrity policy. Instances of potential violations are adjudicated using the
process found in the university Academic Integrity Policy.
RESEARCH INTEGRITY
The Responsible Conduct of Research policy is intended to ensure that NAU personnel including
NAU students engaged in research are adequately trained in the basic principles of ethics in
research. Additionally, this policy assists NAU in meeting the RCR training and compliance
requirements of the National Science Foundation (NSF)-The America COMPETES Act (Creating
Opportunities to Meaningfully Promote Excellence in Technology, Education and Science); 42 U.S.C
18620-1, Section 7009, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) policy on the instruction of the
RCR (NOT-OD-10-019; “Update on the Requirement for Instruction in the Responsible Conduct of
Research”). For more information on the policy and the training activities required for personnel and
students conducting research, at NAU, visit: http://nau.edu/Research/Compliance/Research-Integrity/
SENSITIVE COURSE MATERIALS
University education aims to expand student understanding and awareness. Thus, it necessarily
involves engagement with a wide range of information, ideas, and creative representations. In the
course of college studies, students can expect to encounter—and critically appraise—materials that
may differ from and perhaps challenge familiar understandings, ideas, and beliefs. Students are
encouraged to discuss these matters with faculty.
Effective Fall 2012
CLASSROOM DISRUPTION POLICY
Membership in the academic community places a special obligation on all participants to preserve an
atmosphere conducive to a safe and positive learning environment. Part of that obligation implies the
responsibility of each member of the NAU community to maintain an environment in which the
behavior of any individual is not disruptive. Instructors have the authority and the responsibility to
manage their classes in accordance with University regulations. Instructors have the right and
obligation to confront disruptive behavior thereby promoting and enforcing standards of behavior
necessary for maintaining an atmosphere conducive to teaching and learning. Instructors are
responsible for establishing, communicating, and enforcing reasonable expectations and rules of
classroom behavior. These expectations are to be communicated to students in the syllabus and in
class discussions and activities at the outset of the course. Each student is responsible for behaving
in a manner that supports a positive learning environment and that does not interrupt nor disrupt the
delivery of education by instructors or receipt of education by students, within or outside a class. The
complete classroom disruption policy is in Appendices of NAU’s Student Handbook.
Effective Summer 2014
Approved UCC – 1/28/14
Approved UGC – 2/12/14
Effective Fall 2012