Fall 2010 Class Schedule (SCC)



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TA 300    Introduction to the Theatre    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This audience-oriented, non-performance course focuses on the study of theatre and its relationship to: 1) the cultures and societies who create theatre; 2) to other entertainment media such as film and television; and 3) audience development. This course introduces students to elements of the production process including playwriting, acting, directing, design, and criticism. Students will also survey different periods, styles, and genres of theatre through play reading, discussion, films, and viewing and critiquing live theatre, including a required field trip to a play at a professional or community theatre.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TTh       10:30AM-11:50AM LEC TBA                  SCC MAIN AUD 34          24224 
Textbook
TTh       02:30PM-03:50PM LEC L.Hanson             SCC MAIN TEC 206         24226 Textbook
On-Campus

MW        01:30PM-02:50PM LEC TBA                  SCC MAIN TEC 206         31410 Textbook
NEW SECTION - 31410 - as of 4/20/10
On-Campus


TA 302    History and Theory of the Theatre I    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is a study of the masterpieces of World Theatre from the Greeks to the Nineteenth Century. Lectures include the historical and cultural environment out of which the plays were written and an analysis of plays from a variety of viewpoints including their historical moment and their lasting impact upon a contemporary audience. The course will also include an investigation into the synergy of theatrical performance and theatre architecture development and the continuing impact of these issues on a contemporary audience. Students are required to see three on-campus stage productions during the semester.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
MW        10:30AM-11:50AM LEC J.Nicholson          SCC MAIN TEC 102         24228 
Textbook
On-Campus


TA 310    Introduction to Film    3 Units

Same As: ENGLT 400
Prerequisite: ENGWR 50 and ENGRD 11 or ESLR 310 and ESLW 310 with grades of "C" or better or placement through the assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course explores the artistic, business, and social elements of modern film. It examines the elements that go into making films: acting, directing, cinematography, writing, and editing. It investigates the techniques used to manipulate the audience into fear, laughter, and sadness and compares the commercial box office hit and "movie star" to enduring artistic films and actors. This class will view and analyze films to evaluate filmmaking techniques and the impact of films and the movie business on society. This course is cross-listed with ENGLT 400. It may be taken only once for credit as TA 310 or as ENGLT 400, but not both.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
MW        10:30AM-11:50AM LEC R.Gore               SCC MAIN TEC 110         27204 
Textbook
MW        04:30PM-05:50PM LEC R.Gore               SCC MAIN T07 1           27208 Textbook
On-Campus


TA 314    History of Film: 1880's through 1950's    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 100 and ENGRD 110 with grades of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with grades of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area I
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is a historical and critical survey of film as an art form. It emphasizes the evolution of artistic and technical facets of production in features, documentaries, and experimental films. Focusing on films from the 1880's through 1950's.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
MW        01:30PM-02:50PM LEC R.Hoopman            SCC MAIN AUD 34          28254 
Textbook
On-Campus


TA 315    History of Film: 1950's to Present    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 100 and ENGRD 110 with grades of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with grades of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area I
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is a historical and critical survey of film as an art form. It emphasizes the evolution of artistic and technical facets of production in features, documentaries, and experimental films. Focusing on films from the 1950's to present.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TTh       09:00AM-10:20AM LEC J.Radu               SCC MAIN TEC 110         29050 
Textbook
On-Campus


TA 320    Cinema Genres    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 100 and ENGRD 310 with grades of "C" or better.
General Education: CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is designed to explore in depth one or more film genres. Special attention is paid to development, aesthetics, popularity, and artists of the specific form. This course may be taken four times for credit if genres change.

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Oct 16-Dec 10
Film Noir
MW        06:00PM-09:20PM LEC K.McCann Lawson      SCC MAIN BUS 145         24236 
Textbook
On-Campus


TA 331    Film Making    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 72 hours LAB
Description: This course emphasizes contemporary methods of film production, including low-budget art films with a concern for the aesthetics of film making. Stressed are techniques of direction, lighting, tilting, camera use, editing, film types, lenses, and other aspects of cinema. Equipment and supplies for individual projects must be furnished by each student. Supplies and equipment are furnished for students working on group projects.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TTh       02:30PM-03:20PM LEC N.Schemel            SCC MAIN BUS 143         26500 
Textbook
TTh       03:30PM-05:20PM LAB N.Schemel            SCC MAIN BUS 143           
On-Campus


TA 333    Film Editing with Final Cut Pro    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is an introduction to the basic concepts and technical elements of film editing for the cinema. Students will gain practical experience in editing images and synchronous sound to create cinematic products. Students will receive training in the basic features and capabilities of current film editing equipment including the latest film editing software. Some of the topics covered in the course include a basic overview of editing, video montage, subclippings, storyboarding, editing dialogue, as well as digitizing and final output. This course involves the use of software which is primarily Macintosh based.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
MW        12:30PM-01:20PM LEC R.Gore               SCC MAIN AUD 21          26504 
Textbook
MW        01:30PM-02:50PM LAB R.Gore               SCC MAIN AUD 21            
On-Campus


TA 336    Introduction to Motion Graphics for Film: Apple Motion    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: GCOM 330 and TA 333; with a grade of C or better and Basic knowledge of the Macintosh OS
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This hands-on course will familiarize students with Motion, Apple¿s revolutionary software for motion graphics design. The course comprehensively covers working with Motion¿s Real-Time Design engine and interface, behavior-based animation, parameter behaviors, blend modes, advanced particle system design, advanced title animation, working with templates, chroma key techniques, masking methods, DVD motion menu design, tablet-driven gesture UI techniques, working with audio, keyframing, and integration. This course may be taken two times using different software or software versions.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
MW        06:00PM-06:50PM LEC R.Gore               SCC MAIN AUD 21          29356 
Textbook
MW        07:00PM-08:20PM LAB R.Gore               SCC MAIN AUD 21            
On-Campus


TA 339    Screenwriting    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGWR 300 with a grade of "C" or better, or ESLW 340 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is a study of the creativity and techniques of screenwriting for short films, feature films, and television. Students will view and analyze exemplary films, participate in writing exercises and workshops, and complete a treatment and master scenes of a full-length professionally formatted screenplay.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TTh       05:30PM-06:50PM LEC L.Hanson             SCC MAIN T04 1           28156 
Textbook
On-Campus


TA 342    Introduction to Acting    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is an introduction to stage performance. Included is a classroom investigation of performance through the use of theatre games, movement, sensory awareness, and improvisation. The course is designed for the student interested in self-expression through informal drama.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TTh       01:00PM-01:50PM LEC TBA                  SCC MAIN T08 2           23950 
Textbook
TTh       02:00PM-03:50PM LAB TBA                  SCC MAIN T08 2             
On-Campus

MW        12:00PM-12:50PM LEC D.Lawson             SCC MAIN T08 2           23954 Textbook
MW        01:00PM-02:20PM LAB D.Lawson             SCC MAIN T08 2             
On-Campus


TA 350    Theory and Techniques of Acting I    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course explores the theories and techniques used in the preparation of a role for the stage. Memorized acting scenes are staged and performed in the classroom. The course is designed for majors in theatre arts and communication.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TTh       01:00PM-02:20PM LEC L.Hanson             SCC MAIN BUS 222         31359 
Textbook
MW        04:30PM-05:50PM LEC L.Hanson             SCC MAIN T04 1           31360 Textbook
On-Campus


TA 351    Theory and Techniques of Acting II    3 Units

Prerequisite: TA 350 with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course includes the application of acting theories and techniques to the scripts of realistic drama. Memorized acting scenes are presented in the classroom. The course is designed for majors in theatre arts and communication.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TTh       01:00PM-02:20PM LEC L.Hanson             SCC MAIN BUS 222         31361 
Textbook
MW        04:30PM-05:50PM LEC L.Hanson             SCC MAIN T04 1           31362 Textbook
On-Campus


TA 395    Playwriting    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 340 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course includes the writing, reading, performing, critiquing, and a process of continuous revising of original work. Students will write continually throughout the semester, and their work will be read, performed, and discussed in class. Students will complete a full-length play by the end of the semester.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TTh       05:30PM-06:50PM LEC L.Hanson             SCC MAIN T04 1           27802 
Textbook
On-Campus


TA 407    Children's Theatre    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Enrollment Limitation: Audition.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course is open to students participating in theatrical productions. Students are selected through auditions as actors or technicians and may earn one-half to three units. This course may be taken four times for a maximum of twelve units.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 24912 
Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 24912 Textbook
Storytime
.5 Unit - 1.6 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in AUD 6; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 24914 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 24914 Textbook
Storytime
1 Unit - 3.2 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in AUD 6; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 24916 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 24916 Textbook
Storytime
2 Units - 6.3 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in AUD 6; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 24910 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 24910 Textbook
Storytime
3 Units - 9.5 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in AUD 6; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus



TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 28256 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB R.Gore                TBA TBA                 28256 Textbook
Pennywhistle
.5 Unit - 1.6 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 28258 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB R.Gore                TBA TBA                 28258 Textbook
Pennywhistle
1 Unit - 3.2 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 28260 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB R.Gore                TBA TBA                 28260 Textbook
Pennywhistle
2 Units - 6.3 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 28262 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB R.Gore                TBA TBA                 28262 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB TBA                   TBA TBA                 28262 Textbook
Pennywhistle
3 Units - 9.5 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus


TA 420    Stagecraft    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 72 hours LAB
Description: This course covers the basic materials used in the construction of scenery and properties, as well as construction and painting techniques. Kinds of scenery and backstage organization are explored through a combination of lecture and practical experience gained by working on department productions.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
M         01:30PM-03:40PM LEC S.Weinsheink         SCC MAIN BUS 222         24918 
Textbook
W         01:00PM-05:15PM LAB S.Weinsheink         SCC MAIN T01 1             
On-Campus


TA 422    Stage Lighting    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 72 hours LAB
Description: This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of lighting the stage, film, and television. The course covers the planning of lighting from the basics of electricity, equipment and control, to the design elements of color, space, scenery, and movement to produce a lighting design.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TTh       12:00PM-12:50PM LEC S.Weinsheink         SCC MAIN T04 1           24926 
Textbook
TTh       01:00PM-03:05PM LAB S.Weinsheink         SCC MAIN T04 1             
On-Campus


TA 461    Rehearsal and Performance - Drama    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Enrollment Limitation: Audition.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides a workshop training experience in the preparation and performance of dramatic theatre productions. Actors audition with the director for acting roles. Students interested in technical work interview for backstage positions in stage management, crewing, set construction, costumes and makeup, lighting and sound, box office, and publicity. This course may be taken four times for a maximum of 12 units.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 26574 
Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB L.DeLappe             TBA TBA                 26574 Textbook
.5 Unit - 1.5 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 26576 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB L.DeLappe             TBA TBA                 26576 Textbook
1 Unit - 3 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 26578 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB L.DeLappe             TBA TBA                 26578 Textbook
2 Units - 6 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 26580 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB L.DeLappe             TBA TBA                 26580 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB TBA                   TBA TBA                 26580 Textbook
3 Units - 9 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 26742 Textbook
.5 Unit - 1.5 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 26744 Textbook
1 Unit - 3 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 26746 Textbook
2 Units - 6 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB TBA                   TBA TBA                 26748 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB TBA                   TBA TBA                 26748 Textbook
3 Units - 9 hours per week
On-Campus


TA 462    Rehearsal and Performance - Comedy    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Enrollment Limitation: Audition.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides a workshop training experience in the preparation and performance of comedic theatre productions. Actors audition with the director for acting roles. Students interested in technical work interview for backstage positions in stage management, crewing, set construction, costumes and makeup, lighting and sound, box office, and publicity. This course may be taken four times for a maximum of 12 units.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 29360 
Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 29360 Textbook
.5 Unit - 1.5 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 29362 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 29362 Textbook
1 Unit - 3 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 29364 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 29364 Textbook
2 Units - 6 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 29366 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 29366 Textbook
3 Units - 9 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 29368 Textbook
.5 Unit - 1.5 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 29370 Textbook
1 Unit - 3 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 29372 Textbook
2 Units - 6 hours per week
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB TBA                   TBA TBA                 29374 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 29374 Textbook
3 Units - 9 hours per week
On-Campus


TA 464    Rehearsal and Performance - Children's Show    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Enrollment Limitation: Audition.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides a workshop training experience in the preparation and performance of children's theatre productions. Actors audition with the director for acting roles. Students interested in technical work interview for backstage positions in stage management, crewing, set construction, costumes and makeup, lighting and sound, box office, and publicity. This course may be taken four times for a maximum of 12 units.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 21-Dec 16
TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 28652 
Textbook
.5 Unit - 1.6 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in the Auditorium and ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 28656 Textbook
1 Unit - 3.2 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in the Auditorium and ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 28654 Textbook
2 Units - 6.3 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in the Auditorium and ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 27308 Textbook
3 Units - 9.5 hours per week
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in the Auditorium and ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in AUD 6.
On-Campus

Fall 2010 Class Schedule

Updated: July 29, 2010