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TA 245 STAGE LIGHTING( 3 credits) Fundamentals of electricity as used in stage lighting, color and light, lighting instruments and control sytems including the theory and practice of lighting stage productions. Recommended: Successful completion of TA 147 Introduction to Theater or TA 244 Stagecraft
TA 246 SCENE AND STAGE DESIGN( 3 credits) Lecture, discussion, and project-based class in which the process and fundamentals of Scenic Design for theatrical production will be explored. Focus will be given to Theatrical Form and how it is used by the designer to enhance the theatrical production. Recommended: TA 147 Introduction to Theater
TA 247 MAKE UP( 3 credits) Includes basic theory, techniques and practical laboratory experience of stage make up valuable to all individuals interested in working on stage or behind the scenes. Serves as an introductory experience for those interested in make up applications in film television and video production. Previous experience is not required.
TA 248 FUNDAMENTALS OF ACTING( 3 credits) Designed for the beginning actor. Students will be introduced to the basics of stage acting through the use of games, exercises and improvisation. All of which, will support future character development within a scripted scene to be presented at the end of the course. Students will gain basic skills in acting, analyzing, improvisation, visualization, breathing, and relaxation as well as a working vocabulary of theater terms. For the non-theater major, he / she will recognize that the dynamic field of theater is a useful tool for communicating in any arena.
TA 249 FUNDAMENTALS OF ACTING II( 3 credits) Prepares the student with practical knowledge and experinece in character development, audition technique and play analysis.
TA 250 WORKSHOP: THEATER ARTS( 1-3 credits) Offers practical experience in the preparation of scenery, costumes, properties, sound and publicity for a college theatrical production. May be repeated for up to six credits.
TA 264 STAGE MANAGEMENT( 3 credits) Managerial theory and practices of theater operations, including organizational structures, financial practices, program promotion and legal concerns.
TA 280 CWE THEATER ARTS( 2-14 credits) Gives students practical experience in supervised employment related to theater arts. Students identify job performance objectives, work a specified number of hours during the term, and attend a related CWE seminar. Note: Credits are based on identified objectives and number of hours worked. CWE coordinator approval required.
TA 282 PERFORMANCE PRACTICUM( 1-3 credits) Offers credit for participating in a public theater production of the college. Productions provide both extracurricular activity for non-majors and practical application of classroom theory for theater students. May be repeated for up to 6 credits. Required: Audition and Instructor approval
TA 290 PROJECTS / THEATER( 1-3 credits) This course is designed to provide the theater student the opportunity to explore aspects of theatrical production and scholarship of special interest to the student, through research, rehearsal, and written documentation. The course may also take the form of physical exploration of valid movement, design or acting concepts or techniques not covered in established theater courses; but of benefit to the student’ s overall educational goals and objectives.
TA 298 INDEPENDENT STUDIES: THEATER( 1-3 credits) Offers individually arranged projects in the theater that provides a challenging opportunity for the advanced, serious, highly motivated, student. This course is not designed for students to make up failed courses or missed credits. This course may be repeated. Required: instructor’ s approval
VT: VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
VT 8.601 FOUNDATION SCIENCES( 3 credits) Provides students with knowledge and skills in basic biological sciences, including a knowledge of microbiology, virology, anatomy, physiology and parasitology. Prerequisite: MTH 060 Intro to Algebra and WR115 Intro to College Writing; Required: High School Diploma or GED, Transportation back and forth from clinical site.
VT 8.605 VETERINARY MEDICINE( 7 credits) Provides students with an understanding of common medical procedures and diseases of small and large animals. Students receive training and practice in nursing skills, knowledge of vaccines and standard protocols, foundation areas such as reproduction and nutrition, and specialized areas such as dentistry, cardiology, endocrinology and dermatology. Students gain skills relevant to these areas and current information regarding appropriate treatment methods. Prerequisite: MTH 060 Intro to Algebra and WR 115 Intro to College Writing
VT 8.610 VETERINARY CLINIC PRACTICES( 1 credit) Students gain information regarding general medical and clinical procedures. Students learn office-call procedures, medical terminology, basic business methods, interpersonal skills, and federal and state regulations specific to veterinary clinics. Prerequisite: MTH 060 Intro to Algebra and WR 115 Intro to College Writing
VT 8.615 CLINICAL SCIENCES( 2 credits) Helps students develop the knowledge and skills to perform clinical tasks relevant to veterinary clinics. Both in the classroom and the laboratory, students perform clinical procedures such as intravenous catheterization, urinalysis, diagnostic cytology and complete blood counts. Prerequisite: MTH 060 Intro to Algebra and WR 115 Intro to Writing; Required: High School Diploma or GED; transportation back and forth to clinical sites.
VT 8.620 SURGERY AND ANESTHESIA( 2 credits) Gives students the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the tasks associated with induction and maintenance of anesthesia, as well as those specific to surgery. Through lecture, demonstration and lab exercises, students learn to monitor planes of anesthesia, correct physiologic imbalances, and prepare materials essential to surgery. Prerequisites: MTH 060 Intro to Algebra and WR 115 Intro to College Writing
VT 8.625 VETERINARY RADIOLOGY( 2 credits) Students gain a basic knowledge of the nature of radiation and how to take diagnostic-quality radiographs. Students acquire the necessary number of hours in education in veterinary radiation use and safety required by the Oregon Administrative rules. Upon completion of the course, students are radiation safety certified and therefore qualified to take radiographs at the completion of the section. Prerequisites: MTH 060 Intro to Algebra and WR 115 Intro to College Writing
Courses marked with the following symbols may be used to fulfill general education requirements for the Associate of General Studies degree: ‣ Humanities / Art • Math / Science • Social Sciences.