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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions

Course descriptions are listed in alphabetical order.

Standard information for each course includes the number, title, and credits (sometimes called credit hours or semester hours). For some courses, you will find information on the hours of class, laboratory, or studio for which the course is scheduled in each week of a regular semester; these weekly hours are expanded during summer sessions. Fees for courses are assessed on the basis of credits and other factors.

The course-numbering system generally suggests levels of difficulty and appropriateness. Courses at the 100 and 200 levels comprise introductory offerings and those are most commonly taken by freshmen and sophomores. Courses at the 300 and 400 levels are primarily for juniors and seniors. In some Purdue programs, undergraduates take courses at the 500 level, but generally courses numbered 500 and above are for graduate students.

Preparation for courses is indicated as follows:

P: indicates a prerequisite that must precede your enrollment in the course described. You may find one or more specific course numbers, the number of credits you should already have in a subject, a placement-test level, or other conditions.

C: indicates a corequisite that must be taken no later than the same semester in which you take the course described.

R: indicates a recommendation concerning conditions to be met for enrollment in the course.

When no subject code is shown for prerequisites, corequisites, and recommended courses, they are in the same subject area as the course being described. If you lack a prerequisite or corequisite, or if you wish to take a course numbered at a higher level than your present status, you should seek the department’s or instructor’s consent to enroll in the course.

V.T. means Variable Title and is shown for courses for which the title may be changed to specify the topic or other special focus of each offering.

Session indicators (fall, spring, summer) suggest the times at which courses are generally offered. Scheduling patterns may, however, vary.

Purdue University Fort Wayne reserves the right to add, withdraw, or change courses without notice.

 
 
  

  • THTR 32510 - History of Modern Drama

    Students will explore a wide variety of theatrical styles developed since 1879 comprising modern drama including realism and the breaks from realism to discover their origins in society, culture and historical events and their effects on contemporary drams. Students will develop skills in script analysis and interpretation and apply them to various theatrical texts, recorded media and live production.

    Cr. 3.
  

  • THTR 33600 - Rehearsal and Performance II

    The study and practice of rehearsal techniques and stage performance. Students will be assigned to acting and stage-management duties in major stage productions. May be repeated for credit.

    Preparation for Course
    Instructor permission (signature) required: arrange time with the instructor.

    Cr. 1-2.
    Hours
    Lab. 3 to 6.
    Variable Title
    V.T.
  

  • THTR 33800 - Acting III

    Professional acting studio. Advanced character development focusing on the demands of period styles work. Possible styles to be covered include Greek Theatre, Restoration/Comedy of Manners, Elizabethan, and Contemporary Realism. May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THGTR 23800, 21300 or 32300 or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 3, Lab. 1,
  

  • THTR 33900 - Musical Theatre Performance II

    This course is a continuation of Musical Theatre Performance I and is designed to provide the student with further understanding of and experience with the various techniques and practices of performance in musical theatre, the specific demands of the audition process, and the cannon of musical theatre literature. The course will consist of a series of discussions, in class exercises and student performance projects designed to address the major requirements of singing and acting in a musical.

    Preparation for Course
    P or C:  THTR 23800 or permission of instructor. 

    Cr. 3.
  

  • THTR 35100 - Costume Techniques I

    A project approach to the basic practices used in the construction of the theatrical costume and its accessories.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 2, Lab. 2,
  

  • THTR 35500 - American Musical Theatre

    A study of the origin, artistry, history, and unique qualities of the American musical theatre.

    Cr. 3.
  

  • THTR 36000 - Scenic Design

    A study of the application of scenographic theory to the art of scenic design. Emphasis on the development of unified production theory as specifically applied to the physical theatrical environment.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 26100 or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 2, Lab. 2,
  

  • THTR 36100 - Costume Design

    Theory and principles of design specifically applied to stage costume design. Emphasis on the interrelationship of all aspects of production and how the costume becomes a building block toward total picturization.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 26100.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 2, Lab. 2,
  

  • THTR 36200 - Light Design

    A study of the application of scenographic theory to the art and practice of light design. Emphasis on the development of unified production theory and the technical support of that theory.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 2, Lab. 2,
    Notes
    Restricted to theatre majors. Permission of instructor required.
  

  • THTR 36500 - Period Style for the Theatre I

    The study of developments in the history of dress, decor, and architecture from the primitive through the 17th century. Emphasis on interpretation of said developments in contemporary theatre practice.

    Cr. 3.
  

  • THTR 36600 - Period Style for the Theatre II

    The study of developments in the history of dress, decor, and architecture from the 18th century through the present. Emphasis on interpretation of said developments in contemporary theatre practice.

    Cr. 3.
  

  • THTR 36800 - Theatre Production II

    The study and application of technical theatre practice in scene construction, painting, lighting, costuming, and stage management. Students will be assigned to experimental and major stage productions. May be repeated for credit.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 16800.

    Cr. 1-2.
    Hours
    Lab. 3 or 6.
  

  • THTR 37500 - Theatrical Composition

    This course will explore various contemporaty techniques to inspire the creation of theatre.

    Cr. 3.
    Subject Area
    Theatre
  

  • THTR 37600 - Introduction to Playwriting

    An introductory survey of the principles of dramatic construction, with emphasis on the practice of writing for the stage. Each student’s process and writing style are carefully examined. Workshop productions of works-in-progress of each student are expected.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 28400.

    Cr. 3.
  

  • THTR 39000 - Directed Study of Special Theatre Problems

    An undergraduate-level individualized and intensive study of any aspect of theatre required by the student’s plan of study. May be repeated.

    Preparation for Course
    P: consent of instructor.

    Cr. 1-3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
  

  • THTR 41300 - Advanced Voice for the Stage

    Advanced work in vocal production for performance. Emphasis on development of the full resonant voice, vocal power and range, and standard American speech. Special attention paid to application of knowledge to various performance situations and environments.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 21300 or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 2, Lab. 2,
  

  • THTR 43800 - Acting IV

    Professional acting studio. Professional issues class preparing the advanced acting student for the rigors of the professional and graduate-level theatre arenas. Students will explore the skills of monologue auditions, cold readings, improvisational auditions, and interviews, as well as headshot and resume development. May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 33800 or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 3, Lab. 1,
  

  • THTR 44000 - Directing: Page to Stage

    Focuses on a theoretical and practical understanding of the essential principals and fundamentals of directing for the stage. Students will learn a proven directorial methodology and engage in essential research and written and practical presentations throughout.

     

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 20100 and THTR 13800.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 2, Lab. 2.
  

  • THTR 47000 - Theatre and Society I

    The study of theatre history, performance, and dramatic literature from the primitive eras through the Renaissance. Emphasis on the relationship of theatre to its society.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 28400 or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
  

  • THTR 47100 - Theatre and Society II

    The study of theatre history, performance, and dramatic literature from 1660 to the present. Emphasis on the relationship of theatre to its society.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 47000.

    Cr. 3.
  

  • THTR 54000 - Advanced Directing

    Application of principles of directing to the various types of drama; laboratory practice in directing plays for experimental production.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 44000.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 2, Lab. 2.
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • THTR 56000 - Advanced Scenic Design

    Advanced study of the principles of design and their application to specific staging problems.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 36000 or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 1, Lab. 4,
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • THTR 56100 - Advanced Costume Design

    Advanced study of the principles of costume design and their application to specific problems. May be repeated for up to 6 credit hours.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 36100 or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 2, Lab. 3,
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • THTR 56200 - Advanced Light Design

    Advanced study of the principles of light design and their application to specific lighting problems.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 36200 or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Hours
    Class 3, Lab. 1 (with 2 hours experiential).
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • THTR 57600 - Playwriting

    Principles of dramatic construction and practice in the writing of one-act and three-act plays. Experimental production or laboratory testing of the written product when possible. May be repeated for credit.

    Preparation for Course
    P: THTR 37600.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • THTR 59000 - Directed Study of Special Theatre Problems

    An individualized and intensive study of any aspect of theatre required by the student’s plan of study. May be repeated for credit.

    Preparation for Course
    P: consent of instructor.

    Cr. 1-3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • VM 10200 - Careers in Veterinary

    Overview of the field of veterinary medicine presently and as anticipated for the future. Presentations will include descriptions and discussions of the nature of the professional activity, organization of veterinary medicine, career opportunities, issues confronting the profession, and the admission requirements of the profession.

    Cr. 1.
    Notes
    Pass/not pass basis.
  

  • WOST 21000 - Introduction To Women’s And Gender Studies

    An interdisciplinary introduction to women’s and gender studies via readings from core discipline areas and presentation of methodological/bibliographical tools for research in women’s studies. Includes an examination of women’s historic and contemporary status legally, politically, and economically, as well as women’s struggles in identity, expression, sexuality, and lifestyle.

    Cr. 3.
    Session Indicators
    Typically offered Fall and Summer.
    Notes
    Approved by Arts and Sciences for the social and behavioral sciences distribution requirement.
  

  • WOST 22500 - Gender, Sexuality, and Popular Culture

    Examination of popular cultural “makings” of masculinity, femininity, and sexuality through typical representation of gender within fiction, theatre, cinema, radio, music, television, journalism, and other secular mass media. Analysis of developing international telecommunications “superhighway” and struggles to secure increased representation of women and of feminist perspectives within existing culture industries.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Approved by Arts and Sciences for the humaities distribution requirement.
  

  • WOST 24000 - Topics in Feminism

    Exploration of feminist scholarship on a specific topic of current interest, e.g., women and social activism, pornography, reproductive rights, lesbian and gay studies, gender in early education, contemporary women’s movement. Specific topics announced in the Schedule of Classes. Suitable for students without previous women’s studies courses. May be repeated with different topic for a maximum of 6 credits.

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Notes
    Approved by Arts and Sciences for the social and behavioral sciences distribution requirement.
  

  • WOST 30100 - International Perspectives on Women

    Feminist analysis of women’s legal, social, and economic status in two or more cultures other than those of the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Europe. Interdisciplinary approach. May be repeated once with a different topic.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Notes
    Approved by Arts and Sciences for the cultural studies (non-western culture) requirement.
  

  • WOST 30200 - Topics in Gender Studies

    Interdisciplinary approach to selected ideas, trends, and problems in women’s studies. Specific topics to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be repeated three times when topic varies for a maximum of 9 credit hours.

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Notes
    Approved by Arts and Sciences for the humanities distribution requirement.
  

  • WOST 30400 - Feminist Theories

    Overview, in historical context, of feminist texts that analyze gender asymmetry in society; intersections of gender with other differences; and unequal distribution of power. In-depth study of key debates in Western feminism; selected readings by influential non-Western feminists. Required for WOST major.

    Preparation for Course
    P: WOST 21000 and ENGL 23301 or equivalent, or department permission.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Approved by Arts and Sciences for the humanities distribution requirement.
  

  • WOST 34001 - Topics in Lesbian and Gay Culture

    This course examines, through the study of literary and/or visual texts, aspects of lesbian and gay culture, with attention to the artistic value of the texts as well as their significance as cultural documents. May be repeated once when topic varies for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
  

  • WOST 40000 - Topics in Women’s Studies

    An interdisciplinary approach to selected ideas, trends, and problems in women’s studies. The capstone course focuses on issues and controversies in the new scholarship on women. Specific topics announced in Schedule of Classes

    Preparation for Course
    P: junior or senior standing, 12 credits of womens studies course work or department permission.

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
  

  • WOST 48001 - Practicum in Women’s Studies

    Directed study of aspects of policy related to women’s issues based upon field experience. Directed readings, practicum in social agency, papers, and analytical journal required.

    Preparation for Course
    P: junior or senior class standing, 12 credits of womens studies course work, and project approved with department permission; R: WOST 21000.

    Cr. 3-6.
    Session Indicators
    (fall, spring)
  

  • WOST 49500 - Readings and Research in Gender Studies

    Individual readings and research. May be repeated twice for credit with a different topic.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Department permission.

    Cr. 1-3. (6 Cr. max.)
    Hours
    Class 0-3.
    Session Indicators
    (fall, spring)
 

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