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Sacramento City College

Fall 2012 Class Schedule

Updated: May 16, 2012

Theatre Arts (TA)

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 25-Dec 20
TTh       09:00AM-10:20AM LEC TBA                  SCC MAIN PAC 116         18658 Textbook
MW        03:00PM-04:20PM LEC TBA                  SCC MAIN PAC 201         16367 Textbook
TTh       02:30PM-03:50PM LEC TBA                  SCC MAIN PAC 113         16368 Textbook
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 25-Dec 20
MW 10:30AM-11:50AM LEC TBA SCC MAIN FIA 111 16369 Textbook
On-Campus

TA 308 Diversity in American Theatre 3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This non-performance course is an introduction to American cultural diversity in theatre. The course will focus on the cultures of Asian/Pacific Americans; Black/African Americans; Chicano/Latino/Hispanic Americans; Native Americans; and recent immigrant groups, as expressed in dramatic literature. The social, cultural, and political conditions that shaped these works will also be discussed. Issues of class, gender, and sexuality will be examined and compared cross-culturally. Topics will be covered through readings, lectures, discussions, and attendance at live play productions, including a required field trip to a play at a professional or community theatre.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 25-Dec 20
MW 12:00PM-01:20PM LEC L.Hanson SCC MAIN PAC 201 18437 Textbook
On-Campus

TA 310 Introduction to Film 3 Units

Same As: ENGLT 400
Prerequisite: ENGWR 51 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.; 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 25-Dec 20
MW 04:30PM-05:50PM LEC R.Gore SCC MAIN PAC 201 17447 Textbook
On-Campus

TA 312 History of Film 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 general survey of the development of the art of narrative film from early silent films to modern sound films using lecture, discussion, and films chosen to represent important developments in the film history.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 25-Dec 20
MW 01:30PM-02:50PM LEC TBA SCC MAIN PAC 201 18438 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 25-Dec 20
MW 03:00PM-03:50PM LEC TBA SCC MAIN PAC 121 17208 Textbook
MW 04:00PM-06:05PM LAB TBA SCC MAIN PAC 121
On-Campus

TA 332 Film-Making Projects 3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 72 hours LAB
Description: This course will give a fundamental overview of the basic creative, technical, and management skills necessary to design and produce a film project on location. Students will gain hands-on experience in production techniques using film production equipment. The emphasis is on pre-production planning, scripting, equipment operations, lighting, audio, and post-production. As a class project, participants develop and produce a previously determined short-subject film on location that applies the principles learned through lectures, program screenings, exercises, and guest speakers.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 25-Dec 20
TTh 10:00AM-10:50AM LEC R.Gore SCC MAIN PAC 121 19849 Textbook
TTh 11:00AM-12:50PM LAB R.Gore SCC MAIN PAC 121
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 25-Dec 20
MW 12:30PM-01:20PM LEC R.Gore SCC MAIN PAC 109 17210 Textbook
MW 01:30PM-02:50PM LAB R.Gore SCC MAIN PAC 109
On-Campus

TA 334 Film Editing with Final Cut Pro: Intermediate Workshop 3 Units

Prerequisite: TA 333 with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is designed for experienced users or those wishing to increase their overall Final Cut Pro knowledge. This course delves into the details of such topics as compositing, power trimming, media management, color keying, audio finishing, color correction, and much more. Instruction also covers tips, tricks, and other secrets that allow participants to master the finer points of this powerful program.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 25-Dec 20
MW 06:00PM-06:50PM LEC R.Gore SCC MAIN PAC 109 18439 Textbook
MW 07:00PM-08:20PM LAB R.Gore SCC MAIN PAC 109
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 25-Dec 20
TTh 05:30PM-06:50PM LEC L.Hanson SCC MAIN PAC 128 17752 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 25-Dec 20
TTh       01:00PM-01:50PM LEC D.Lawson             SCC MAIN PAC 150         16256 Textbook
TTh       02:00PM-03:20PM LAB D.Lawson             SCC MAIN PAC 150
On-Campus

MW        12:00PM-12:50PM LEC D.Lawson             SCC MAIN PAC 150         16258 Textbook
MW        01:00PM-02:20PM LAB D.Lawson             SCC MAIN PAC 150
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 25-Dec 20
TTh 01:00PM-02:20PM LEC L.Hanson SCC MAIN PAC 158 18323 Textbook
MW 04:30PM-05:50PM LEC L.Hanson SCC MAIN PAC 150 18324 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 25-Dec 20
TTh 01:00PM-02:20PM LEC L.Hanson SCC MAIN PAC 158 18325 Textbook
MW 04:30PM-05:50PM LEC L.Hanson SCC MAIN PAC 150 18326 Textbook
On-Campus

TA 395 Playwriting 3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 101 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 25-Dec 20
TTh 05:30PM-06:50PM LEC L.Hanson SCC MAIN PAC 128 17649 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 25-Dec 20
TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 16614 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 16614 Textbook
Storytime
.5 Unit - 1.6 hours per week or 27 hours total for the semester
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in PAC 150; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 106.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 16615 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 16615 Textbook
Storytime
1 Unit - 3.2 hours per week or 54 hours total for the semester
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in PAC 150; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 106.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 16616 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 16616 Textbook
Storytime
2 Units - 6.3 hours per week or 108 hours total for the semester
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in PAC 150; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 106.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 16613 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 16613 Textbook
Storytime
3 Units - 9.5 hours per week or 162 hours total for the semester
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in PAC 150; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 106.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB R.Gore                TBA TBA                 17785 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17785 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 17785 Textbook
Pennywhistle
.5 Unit - 1.6 hours per week or 27 hours total for the semester
Meets M W, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in PAC 150; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 158.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB R.Gore                TBA TBA                 17786 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17786 Textbook
TBA       01:00AM-11:59PM LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 17786 Textbook
Pennywhistle
1 Unit - 3.2 hours per week or 54 hours total for the semester
Meets M W, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in PAC 150; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 158.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB R.Gore                TBA TBA                 17787 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17787 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 17787 Textbook
Pennywhistle
2 Units - 6.3 hours per week or 108 hours total for the semester
Meets M W, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in PAC 150; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 158.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB R.Gore                TBA TBA                 17788 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17788 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 17788 Textbook
Pennywhistle
3 Units - 9.5 hours per week or 162 hours total for the semester
Meets M W, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in PAC 150; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 158.
On-Campus

Students should enroll in TA 407, 461, 462 or 464 only if they have auditioned for a Main Stage, Storytime or Pennywhistle Players production and have either been cast in one of the shows or asked to be part of the technical crew.

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 25-Dec 20
M 01:30PM-03:40PM LEC S.Weinsheink SCC MAIN PAC 159 16617 Textbook
W 01:00PM-05:15PM LAB S.Weinsheink SCC MAIN PAC 159
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 25-Dec 20
TTh 01:00PM-01:50PM LEC S.Weinsheink SCC MAIN PAC 159 16620 Textbook
TTh 02:00PM-04:05PM LAB S.Weinsheink SCC MAIN PAC 159
On-Campus

TA 454 Race & Ethnicity in Performance I 3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 36 hours LAB
Description: This course investigates performance literature and traditions of the Americas, particularly of the United States. Students will research, study, rehearse, and perform the work of playwrights, poets, and solo performance artists and learn how these writers create identities for themselves and their audiences. The course will focus on the cultures of Asian/Pacific Americans, Black/African Americans, Chicano/Latino/Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, and recent immigrant groups, as expressed in traditional and contemporary performance. Students will also write and develop original work, as well as participate in public performances. Specific readings and topics may adapt to the interests and needs of the current semester.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 25-Dec 20
TTh 04:00PM-04:50PM LEC TBA SCC MAIN PAC 201 18441 Textbook
TTh 05:00PM-05:50PM LAB TBA SCC MAIN PAC 201
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 25-Dec 20
TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 17228 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17228 Textbook
.5 Unit - 1.6 hours per week or 27 hours total for the semester
Meets in PAC 150.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 17229 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17229 Textbook
1 Unit - 3.2 hours per week or 54 hours total for the semester
Meets in PAC 150.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 17230 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17230 Textbook
2 Units - 6.3 hours per week or 108 hours total for the semester
Meets in PAC 150.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 17231 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17231 Textbook
3 Units - 9.5 hours per week or 162 hours total for the semester
Meets in PAC 150.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 17268 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17268 Textbook
.5 Unit - 1.6 hours per week or 27 hours total for the semester
Meets in PAC 150.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 17269 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17269 Textbook
1 Unit - 3.2 hours per week or 54 hours total for the semester
Meets in PAC 150.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 17270 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17270 Textbook
2 Units - 6.3 hours per week or 108 hours total for the semester
Meets in PAC 150.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB L.Hanson              TBA TBA                 17271 Textbook
TBA       TBA             LAB S.Weinsheink          TBA TBA                 17271 Textbook
3 Units - 9.5 hours per week or 162 hours total for the semester
Meets in PAC 150.
On-Campus

Students should enroll in TA 407, 461, 462 or 464 only if they have auditioned for a Main Stage, Storytime or Pennywhistle Players production and have either been cast in one of the shows or asked to be part of the technical crew.

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 25-Dec 20
TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 17891 Textbook
.5 Unit - 1.6 hours per week or 27 hours total for the semester
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in PAC 150 and ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 106.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 17893 Textbook
1 Unit - 3.2 hours per week or 54 hours total for the semester
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in the PAC 150 and ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 106.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 17892 Textbook
2 Units - 6.3 hours per week or 108 hours total for the semester
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in the PAC 150 and ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 106.
On-Campus

TBA       TBA             LAB D.Lawson              TBA TBA                 17480 Textbook
3 Units - 9.5 hours per week or 162 hours total for the semester
Meets T Th, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon in the PAC 150 and ACT 4; Sa Su, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in PAC 106.
On-Campus

Students should enroll in TA 407, 461, 462 or 464 only if they have auditioned for a Main Stage, Storytime or Pennywhistle Players production and have either been cast in one of the shows or asked to be part of the technical crew.

Fall 2012 Class Schedule

Updated: May 16, 2012

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