THTR 57
ACTOR MARKETING STRATEGIES
2 Units
Formerly : THTR 43G Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in THTR 81; THTR 43A; Instructor approval based on audition/interview. May be taken 3 times for credit. 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (36 hours total per quarter) Developing effective marketing strategies for a career in theatre. The actor’s process in preparation for theatrical auditions, selection of appropriate audition performance pieces, the presentation of self in various audition settings, and the development of industry standard self-promotion materials. Performance will include at least two prepared monologues, and multiple cold reading and prepared sides with a focus on stage auditioning. [FHGE: Non-GE; Transferable: CSU]
THTR 63A
FILM & TELEVISION ACTING WORKSHOP
4 Units
Advisory: Instructor approval based on audition/ interview. Corequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in THTR 81. May be taken 3 times for credit. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. (72 hours total per quarter) Application of concepts developed in the stage acting classes with the necessary adaptations required for film and television performance. Work with the variety of styles currently used in film and television, including commercial, dramatic, documentary and industrial. Class time will be divided between lecture, workshops and on-camera performance time to learn and experiment with the subject matter. [FHGE: Non-GE; Transferable: CSU]
THTR 63B
FILM & TELEVISION ACTING CAREER PREPARATION
2 Units
Advisory: Instructor approval based on audition/ interview. Corequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in THTR 81. May be taken 3 times for credit. 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (36 hours total per quarter) This class prepares the actor for a career in film and television. Class time will be divided between lecture and on-camera time to learn and experiment with subject matter. Performance will include improvisation, cold-reading and prepared script work as it pertains to commercial, dramatic and industrial styles currently used within the medium. Students will practice a variety of different possible auditioning scenarios and strategies, and develop appropriate self-promotion materials. [FHGE: Non-GE; Transferable: CSU]
THTR 81
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN PERFORMANCE SEMINAR
1 Unit
Advisory: Instructor approval based on audition/interview. May be taken 6 times for credit. 1 hour lecture, .5 hours laboratory. (18 hours total per quarter) A seminar in directed readings, discussions, performance analysis and projects encompassing contemporary performance trends and the business of the entertainment industry. Specific topics to be determined by the instructor. [FHGE: Non-GE; Transferable: CSU]
THTR 85 THTR 85X THTR 85Y THTR 85Z
DIRECTED FIELD STUDY IN THEATRE
1 Unit 2 Units 3 Units 4 Units
Advisory: Enrollment is limited to six times within the THTR 85 group. May be taken 6 times for credit. .5 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory for each unit of credit. (30–120 hours total per quarter) In-depth, intensive field study experience in a selected major center of theatrical production, such as London or New York. Attendance at professional theatre productions; meeting with playwrights, directors, designers, choreographers, actors and critics; touring backstage facilities, costume and scenic studios, and theatrical history museums and exhibits. All costs are borne by the student. [FHGE: Non-GE; Transferable: CSU]
THTR 95 THTR 95X
THEATRE SUMMER STOCK WORKSHOP 3 Units 7 Units
Advisory: Enrollment subject to audition; enrollment is limited to six times within the THTR 95 group. May be taken 6 times for credit. 9 hours laboratory for 3 units of credit. (108–252 hours total per quarter)
262
A laboratory course in Summer Stock stage production. Acting, lighting, costuming, scene design, set construction, properties, make-up will be investigated in a practical setting. Students will experience the public performance of several plays presented within a demanding schedule. [FHGE: Non-GE; Transferable: UC/CSU]
THTR 97 THTR 97X THTR 97Y THTR 97Z
ACTORS’ ENSEMBLE
THTR 99 THTR 99X
THEATRE WORKSHOP
1 Unit 2 Units 4 Units 6 Units
Prerequisite: Enrollment subject to audition. Advisory: Pass/No Pass; enrollment is limited to six times within the THTR 97 group. May be taken 6 times for credit. 1 hour lecture-laboratory, 2 hour laboratory for each unit of credit. (36–216 hours total per quarter) A course in performance and/or rehearsal of varied dramatic forms designed for public performance of original, established or touring works. All aspects of theatre may be covered, including acting, directing, playwriting, lighting, costuming, scene design, set construction and make-up for the theatre. Students will prepare for staged productions for public performance in potentially differing spaces. [FHGE: Non-GE; Transferable: UC/CSU]
3 Units 6 Units
Prerequisite: Enrollment subject to audition. Advisory: Pass/No Pass; enrollment is limited to six times within the THTR 99 group. May be taken 6 times for credit. 1.5 hours lecture-laboratory, 7.5 hours laboratory for 3 units of credit. (108–216 hours total per quarter) A laboratory course in stage production, culminating in a practical theatre production. Areas of study and investigation include acting voice and diction, movement, dance, theatre styles, stage management and stage crafts. Culminates in a full-scale production performed for a public audience. [FHGE: Non-GE; Transferable: UC/CSU]
VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY Biological & Health Sciences (650) 949-7538 www.foothill.edu/bio/programs/vettech/
V T 50
CURRENT TOPICS IN VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
.5 Unit
INTRODUCTION TO VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
1.5 Units
Prerequisite: Admission to the Veterinary Technology Program. Advisory: Pass/No Pass. May be taken 6 times for credit. 1 hour lecture-laboratory. (12 hours total per quarter) A series of three-hour lectures, lecture-demonstrations, multimedia presentations, live demonstrations, or hands-on workshops presented once monthly (three times per quarter) by the instructor, professionals in veterinary medicine, veterinary technology, or the animal health-related fields. A variety of content is presented in order to provide current topical and practical information in the animal care field. Guest presenters will include veterinarians, specialists, veterinary technicians, animal handlers, administrative professionals and educators. All veterinary technology students are required to enroll each quarter, but the seminar may be taken by any student for personal interest. Unregistered veterinary assistants, and other members of the veterinary paraprofessional staff may also enroll. [FHGE: Non-GE; Transferable: CSU]
V T 51
Not Repeatable. 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lecture-laboratory. (36 hours total per quarter) A prerequisite for admission to the Veterinary Technology Program. Orientation to the program requirements and curriculum. Survey of the role of the veterinary assistant and registered veterinary technician in the workplace. Survey of employment opportunities and areas of specialization. Ethics and professionalism. Laws and regulations governing veterinary technicians. Introduction to basic animal care skills and clinical procedures. [FHGE: Non-GE; Transferable: CSU]
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