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STAT 521 - Applied Stochastic Processes Credits: 3
An introduction to stochastic processes, including conditional probability, Markov chains, Poisson processes, and Brownian motion. Incorporates simulation and applications to actuarial science.
Prerequisites: STAT 511 with a grade of C or higher
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STAT 522 - Financial Mathematics I Credits: 3
Probability spaces. Random variables. Mean and variance. Geometric Brownian Motion and stock price dynamics. Interest rates and present value analysis. Pricing via arbitrage arguments. Options pricing and the Black-Scholes formula.
Cross-listed Course: MATH 514
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 241 or consent of the Undergraduate Director
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STAT 523 - Financial Mathematics II Credits: 3
Convex sets. Separating Hyperplane Theorem. Fundamental Theorem of Asset Pricing. Risk and expected return. Minimum variance portfolios. Capital Asset Pricing Model. Martingales and options pricing. Optimization models and dynamic programming.
Cross-listed Course: MATH 515
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 514 or STAT 522 or consent of the Undergraduate Director
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STAT 525 - Statistical Quality Control Credits: 3
Statistical procedures for process control including CUSUM and Shewhart Control Charts, and lot-acceptance sampling.
Cross-listed Course: MGSC 525
Prerequisites: STAT 509 or STAT 515 or MGSC 391
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STAT 528 - Environmental Statistics Credits: 3
Statistical analysis of environmental data. Review of multiple regression and ANOVA, nonlinear regression models and generalized linear models, analyses for temporally and spatially correlated data, and methods of environmental sampling.
Prerequisites: STAT 516
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STAT 530 - Applied Multivariate Statistics and Data Mining Credits: 3
Introduction to fundamentals of multivariate statistics and data mining. Principal components and factor analysis; multidimensional scaling and cluster analysis; MANOVA and discriminant analysis; decision trees; and support vector machines. Use of appropriate software.
Prerequisites:
A grade of C or higher in STAT 515, STAT 205, STAT 509, STAT 512, ECON 436, MGSC 391, PSYC 228, or equivalent
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STAT 541 - Advanced SAS Programming Credits: 3
Advanced programming techniques in SAS, including database management, macro language, and efficient programming practices.
Prerequisites: STAT 540
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STAT 582 - Bayesian Networks and Decision Graphs Credits: 3
Normative approaches to uncertainty in artificial intelligence. Probabilistic and causal modeling with Bayesian networks and influence diagrams. Applications in decision analysis and support. Algorithms for probability update in graphical models.
Cross-listed Course: CSCE 582
Prerequisites: CSCE 350 and STAT 509
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STAT 587 - Big Data Analytics Credits: 3
Foundational techniques and tools required for data science and big data analytics. Concepts, principles, and techniques applicable to any technology and industry for establishing a baseline that can be enhanced by future study.
Cross-listed Course: CSCE 587
Prerequisites: STAT 509, 513, or 515
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STAT 591 - Data Analysis for Teachers Credits: 3
Introduction to statistics for elementary, middle, and high school teachers. The fundamentals of data collection, descriptive statistics, probability, and inference with special focus on methods of teaching statistical reasoning. For M.A.T. (excluding mathematics) / M.Ed. / M.T. and nondegree credit only.
Cross-listed Course: SMED 591
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STAT 599 - Topics in Statistics Credits: 1-3
Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of courses by suffix and title.
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STAT 600 - Statistics for Applied Management Credits: 3
Introduction to data collection, descriptive statistics, and statistical inference with examples from hospitality, retail, sport, and entertainment management. Focus on selecting, implementing, and interpreting the appropriate statistical methods using software such as Excel and SPSS.
Note: Not for minor or degree credit in Mathematics or Statistics. Does not serve as a prerequisite for STAT 516, 518, 519 or 525.
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STEM 101 - Concepts and Connections: An Introduction to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Credits: 3
This course introduces concepts, connections, and evolving relationships among the sciences engineering and mathematics to strengthen understanding of current ideas and applications of advancing technologies.
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SWAH 121 - Elementary Swahili Credits: 4
Grammar and practical vocabulary necessary for fundamental communication skills. Assumes no prior experience in the language.
Note: Offered only in fall.
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SWAH 122 - Basic Proficiency in Swahili Credits: 3
Practice and further development of essential listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills.
Prerequisites: SWAH 121
Note: Offered in spring and summer II semesters.
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SWAH 201 - Intermediate Swahili Credits: 3
Development of reading, speaking, listening, and writing skills; introduction of East African culture.
Note: 201 offered in fall, 202 offered in spring.
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SWAH 202 - Intermediate Swahili Credits: 3
Development of reading, speaking, listening, and writing skills; introduction of East African culture.
Note: 201 offered in fall, 202 offered in spring.
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SWAH 399 - Independent Study Credits: 3-6
Contract approved by instructor, advisor and department chair is required for undergraduate students.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Research
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THEA 120 - Laboratory Theatre Production Credits: 1
Procedures for implementation of processes involved in the Laboratory Theatre Production Program. Supervised preparation of all performance and production elements involved in the collaborative process of theatre production. Course content varies according to season production program.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor or by audition. May be repeated for credit.
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THEA 121 - Theatre Running Crew Laboratory Credits: 1
Procedures and processes of running crews for the Mainstage Theatre Production Program. Collaborative teamwork through supervised participation in various theatre production running crews (management, scenic, lighting, sound, costumes and makeup). Course content varies according to season production program.
Note: May be repeated for credit.
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THEA 122 - Theatre Performance Laboratory Credits: 1
Preparation and procedures of the rehearsal and performance processes for the Mainstage Theatre Production Program. Collaborative teamwork through supervised participation in an acting company. Course content varies according to season production program.
Prerequisites: THEA 120
Note: By audition only. May be repeated for credit
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THEA 123 - Theatre Production Studio Credits: 1
Procedures and processes for the Mainstage Production Program. Collaborative teamwork through supervised participation in various theatre production student crews (scenic, lighting, sound, costume, makeup, and promotions). Course content varies according to season production program.
Prerequisites: THEA 121
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THEA 170 - Fundamentals of Acting Credits: 3
Introduction to the art and craft of acting. Practical exploration through improvisation and scripted scene work. Includes a brief history of the development of modern acting techniques.
Note: Carolina Core AIU
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THEA 172 - Basic Stage Makeup Credits: 1
The study and application of the principles of the art of makeup for the theatre.
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THEA 181 - Shakespeare in Performance Credits: 3
Introduction to Shakespeare’s works on page, stage, and screen. Emphasis placed on performances of scripts. History of Shakespeare’s works/productions, stage/screen technique. Viewings of film adaptations required.
Note: Carolina Core AIU
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THEA 200 - Understanding and Appreciation of Theatre Credits: 3
An introduction to the understanding and appreciation of theatrical experience. Attendance at theatrical performances required.
Note: Carolina Core AIU
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THEA 201 - Introduction to Theatre Studies Credits: 3
Introduction to methods of analyzing and interpreting drama, with emphasis on play structure, genre, and style. Designed for the theatre major in preparation for theatre scholarship, performance, production, and design.
Prerequisites: Theatre major or consent of instructor
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Research
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THEA 221 - Stage Management Laboratory Credits: 2
Supervised participation in theatre stage management. May be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisites: THEA 120 and 121
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THEA 230 - Make-up Design for Theatre and Film Credits: 3
Theory and practice of make-up design for theatre and film. The application of analytical and research skills in the visual development of the character.
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THEA 240 - Beginning Voice and Speech Credits: 3
Study and practical application of voice and speech fundamentals in performance. Emphasis on speaking with ease, power and clarity to impact an audience.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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THEA 241 - Voice and Speech Studio Credits: 1-3 variable
Training in vocal skills needed by actors such as dialect, verse speaking and voice for a variety of media. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: THEA 240; by permission of instructor
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THEA 252 - Stage Costume Construction Credits: 3
An introductory course in the principles and practice of costume construction.
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THEA 253 - Stagecraft Credits: 3
A beginning course in the principles and practice of scenic technology.
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THEA 270 - Beginning Acting Credits: 3
An exploration of the acting process through scene study. Focus will be on developing the actor’s personal technique, emphasizing emotional truthfulness and authenticity.
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THEA 280 - Elements of Design for Theatre Production Credits: 3
Foundational application of design principles and vocabulary as applied to the creative process in production design for theatre. Play analysis, creative and visual thinking, and graphic representation.
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THEA 283 - Introduction to Theatre Sound Design Credits: 3
Introduces the students to the basic principles of sound design and technology. Related topics include physics of sound, use and maintenance of equipment, script analysis, and creative thinking.
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THEA 288 - Introduction to Stage Lighting Credits: 3
Principles and practices of theatrical lighting design. Course not available for major credit
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THEA 340 - Literature and Performance Credits: 3
Introduction to the study of literature through performance; reading, analysis, and performance of prose, poetry, nonfiction, and drama.
Cross-listed Course: SPCH 340
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THEA 359 - Theatrical Imagery Credits: 3
The theory and application of visual imagery in theatrical design; identification and selection of historical motifs.
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THEA 369 - Japanese Culture and Society through Theatre Credits: 3
Introduction to Japanese traditional theatre and its influences on Japanese culture and society. Taught in English.
Cross-listed Course: JAPA 351
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THEA 370 - Intermediate Acting Credits: 3
Development of acting skills through study of acting techniques emphasizing emotional truthfulness and authenticity. Application to scene study, monologues and auditions. Intensive script analysis for character development.
Prerequisites: THEA 170 or 270
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THEA 372 - Acting from a Physical Point of View Credits: 3
Development of physical acting skills related to modern acting techniques emphasizing emotional truthfulness and authenticity. Promoting the experience of full body awareness and expressiveness in character development and storytelling. Includes performative states of relaxation, balance and presence and ensemble work.
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THEA 373 - Movement Laboratory Credits: 1
Training in specific physical skills for actors: stage combat, mime, folk dance, tap dance, etc. May be repeated for credit.
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THEA 375 - Inner Mastery Through Movement Credits: 3
A mind/body integration course designed for performing artists.
Effective Summer I 2011
Cross-listed Course: DANC 475
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THEA 380 - Production Design for Theatre Credits: 3
Principles of production design in scenery, costumes, lighting and sound. Play analysis, periods styles, creative and visual thinking and graphic representation.
Prerequisites: THEA 280
Note: Restricted to Theater majors. Special permission by instructor
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THEA 399 - Independent Study and Research Credits: 3-6
Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair is required for undergraduate students.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Research
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THEA 440 - Advanced Voice and Speech for the Actor Credits: 3
Advanced vocal techniques as applied to performance. Specific skills covered may include vocal flexibility and range, vocal dynamics, dialects, and voice-over technique.
Prerequisites: THEA 240
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THEA 450 - Musical Theatre Workshop Credits: 2
Intensive musical theatre training in areas of song interpretation, musical theatre, dance, voice and acting.
Effective Summer I 2011
Cross-listed Course: DANC 450, MUSC 450
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THEA 452 - Special Topics in Costume Technology Credits: 3
A specialty skills course for advanced students of theatrical costume design and technology. Topics will include tailoring, fabric modification, needle arts, millinery, etc. Course may be repeated as topics vary.
Prerequisites: THEA 252 or permission of instructor
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THEA 453 - Computer Aided Drafting for Theatre Credits: 3
Develop basic and intermediate skills in using computer aided drafting programs for theatrical designs and technical drawings.
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THEA 489 - Introduction to Costume Design Credits: 3
Introduction to the basic principles and elements of design as they apply to the costume designer. Script and character analysis, costume rendering, and production unity.
Prerequisites: THEA 280 or permission of instructor
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THEA 490 - Theatre Capstone Course Credits: 3
Principles, procedures and practice of the creative and collaborative process. Aspects of the discipline with focus on creative and effective collaboration and communication skills amoong theatre artists, scholars and technicians. Practical and planning skills for professional success after graduation.
Prerequisites: THEA 270 and 280, and 6 hours from 300 level class or above
Note: Restricted to majors only. Special permission by instructor.
Carolina Core Integrative Course, Theatre, BA
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THEA 500 - Selected Topics in Theatre Credits: 1
A series of courses, each lasting one-third of a semester. Topics and prerequisites are announced in the class schedule for each semester.
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THEA 510 - Rendering Techniques for the Theatre Credits: 3
Rendering techniques for the communication of concepts and mood in the design process.
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THEA 520 - Playwright’s Workshop Credits: 3
Principles and practice of playwriting. Writing, adapting, and revising plays. May be repeated with consent of department chair.
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THEA 522 - Drama in Education Credits: 3
Comprehensive review of drama strategies, methods and pedagogical practices to be applied to non-drama learning contexts. Practical experience with the necessary skills, philosophies and techniques of drama in education.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or higher
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THEA 526 - Children’s Theatre Credits: 3
Special problems in producing plays for child audiences
Prerequisites: THEA 170 and 253, or consent of instructor
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THEA 527 - Applied Theatre Arts Credits: 3
Principles and practices of theatre-making within community contexts to address local issues and to provide aesthetic strategies for creative problem solving through theatre.
Note: Special Permission by instructor
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THEA 529 - Theatre Management Credits: 3
Problems involved in organizing, administering, and promoting the non-professional theatre
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THEA 530 - Period Styles for Wig and Hair Design Credits: 3
Research and execution of period styles for wigs, hair, and facial pieces as related to theatrical and media design.
Prerequisites: THEA 230 and 550 or permission of instructor
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THEA 531 - Theatre Graphics Credits: 3
Specialized graphic techniques used in the preparation of a theatrical production. Practice in the execution and interpretation of working drawings, perspective sketches, color renderings, scale models, etc.
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THEA 540 - Voice and Movement: Practice and Performance Credits: 3
A variety of vocal and movement techniques that apply to acting and coaching with special emphasis on the physical and vocal processes in performance.
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THEA 547 - Global/Contextual Issues in Theatre Education Practice and Performance Credits: 3
Survey and analysis of current drama teacher practice across international contexts in relationship to global, social and educational change.
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THEA 550 - History of Costume Credits: 3
A survey of clothing through the ages with emphasis on the dress of the actor in significant periods of theatrical activity. From ancient times to present day.
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THEA 552 - Stage Costume Pattern Drafting and Drawing Credits: 3
The principles of pattern making for costume construction using flat-pattern and draping techniques.
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THEA 553 - Advanced Stagecraft Credits: 3
Advanced principles and practices of stagecraft.
Prerequisites: THEA 253 or equivalent
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THEA 554 - Performing Arts Safety Credits: 3
Study of health and safety hazards for actors, technicians, and audience members.
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THEA 555 - Scene Painting for the Stage Credits: 3
Techniques of scene painting. Application of principles of painting to the stage
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THEA 556 - Stage Design Credits: 3
Survey of the history and principles of scene design. Assignments will involve drawings, watercolor sketches, and scale models
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THEA 557 - Advanced Scenic Design Credits: 3
Advanced procedures and techniques of scenic design
Prerequisites: THEA 556 or consent of instructor
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THEA 559 - Introductory Methods for K-12 Theatre Certification Credits: 3
Developmental approaches to drama instruction in K-12 classroom settings.
Note: Restricted to: Students currently enrolled in the MAT program in Theatre
Special Permissions: Instructor
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THEA 561 - History of the Theatre I Credits: 3
A survey of plays, playwrights, actors, production, and the physical development of theatres from the time of the Greeks to 1660; reading of representative plays required.
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THEA 562 - History of the Theatre II Credits: 3
A survey of plays, playwrights, actors, production, and the physical development of theatres from 1660 to the present; reading of representative plays required.
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THEA 563 - History of Modern Theatre Credits: 3
History of Western Theatre since the early 20th century. Students will be introduced to major figures, plays, and movements and explore influences from the broader culture on theatrical expression.
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THEA 565 - African American Theatre Credits: 3
The major movements, figures, plays, and critical strategies that have marked the development of African American theatre in the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries.
Cross-listed Course: ENGL 565, AFAM 565
Prerequisites: All Literature Courses 300 and above require ENGL 101, 102, and one course between ENGL 270-292.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
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THEA 567 - Dramatic Theory I Credits: 3
A survey of the major works of dramatic theory and criticism, with emphasis on theories of theatrical performance. from Aristotle through 18th-century neo-classicism.
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THEA 568 - Dramatic Theory II Credits: 3
A survey of the major works of dramatic theory and criticism, with emphasis on theories of theatrical performance from the 18th century to the present.
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THEA 569 - Dramaturgy Credits: 3
A study of dramatic structure as it relates to theatrical production. Emphasis on script reading and analysis. Production and new-works dramaturgy will be covered.
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THEA 570 - Advanced Acting I Credits: 3
Theory and practice in the development of a role and an understanding of the psychology of the audience-actor relationship
Prerequisites: THEA 240 and 372 and 370 with a grade of B or above
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THEA 571 - Advanced Acting II Credits: 3
Technique of performing play scripts with heightened language and styles other than naturalism/realism. Some examples of genres that may be taught are Classical Greek, Elizabethan, absurdist
Prerequisites: THEA 240 and 372 and 370 with a grade of B or above
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THEA 572 - Advanced Makeup for Theatre and Film Credits: 3
Makeup design for specific character types, prosthetics and three-dimensional makeup effects. Special attention to the process of sculpting and modeling for makeup prosthetics.
Prerequisites: THEA 230 or consent of instructor
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THEA 575 - Rehearsal and Performance Credits: 3
An intensive laboratory course in theatrical and media performances.
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THEA 576 - Rehearsal and Performance Credits: 3
An intensive laboratory course in repertory theatre.
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THEA 577 - Special Topics in Physical Theatre Credits: 3
Research and performance training in selected topics related to physical theatre. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and title. May be repeated as topics vary.
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THEA 578 - Play Direction I Credits: 3
A study of the principles, procedures and practice of stage direction, with the selection, analysis, casting, and rehearsal of a one-act play to be presented in the laboratory theatre.
Prerequisites: THEA 270, 280, and 6 hours from 300 level or above
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Theatre, BA
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THEA 579 - Play Direction II Credits: 3
A continuation of THEA 578.
Prerequisites: THEA 578
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THEA 581 - Film as Performance Credits: 3
Study and analysis of film production, performance, and aesthetics.
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THEA 582 - Costume Design Credits: 3
Theory and practice in the design of theatre costumes.
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THEA 583 - Advanced Practice in Sound Design Credits: 3
Advanced study in sound, production and design. Emphasis will be on mounting designs and refining design skills for Theatre, Music, and Media Arts students.
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THEA 585 - Design for Communications Media Production Credits: 3
The study and application of techniques in theatrical stagecraft, design, lighting, costuming, and makeup applicable to specialized fields of communication media.
Prerequisites: THEA 253, THEA 351
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THEA 586 - The Articulate Body Credits: 3
Theoretical and experimental exploration of the major body systems and developmental movements to bring more articulation to the body and more awareness and physical ease in performance.
Cross-listed Course: DANC 586
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THEA 587 - Film and Television Acting Credits: 3
Theory and practice of film and television acting.
Prerequisites: THEA 170
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THEA 588 - Stage Light Design I Credits: 3
The interrelationship of stage lighting and other production elements. Design techniques, equipment, and script analysis. Laboratory work on department productions. Restricted to theatre majors or those having special permission of instructor.
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THEA 589 - Advanced Stage Lighting Design II Credits: 3
Stage lighting equipment and design techniques. Laboratory work on departmental productions
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THEA 599 - Special Topics in Theatre Credits: 3
Reading and research on selected topics. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and title. May be repeated once as topics vary.
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UNIV 101 - The Student in the University Credits: 3
The purposes of higher education and potential roles of the student within the university.
Note: Open to freshmen. Also open to other undergraduate students in their first semester of enrollment.
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UNIV 150 - The International Student in the University I Credits: 2
Building skills and strategies for success in the USA and at USC for international students during their first full credit-bearing semester in the International Accelerator Program.
Note: Restricted to: Students in the International Accelerator Program
Special Permissions: Department
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UNIV 151 - The International Student in the University II Credits: 1
Building skills and strategies for success in the USA and at USC for international students in their final semester of the International Accelerator Program.
Prerequisites: UNIV 150
Note: Restricted to: Students in the International Accelerator Program
Special Permission: Department
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