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California Regional Consortia

Technical Theatre Certificate

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Submitter's Information

Name

Carla Corona

Title

Faculty, Theatre Arts

Region

South Central Coast

College

Antelope Valley College

CTE Dean

CTE Dean's Name

Gregory Bormann

CTE Dean's Email

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Program Details

Program Title

Technical Theatre Certificate

Submission Type

New Program

TOPs Code

Technical Theater (100600)

Projected Start Date

08/01/25

Catalog Description

The Technical Theatre Certificate provides rigorous academic instruction, hands-on practical training, and experiential learning in several areas of technical theater production. Through coursework and practical work on theatrical productions, students are trained in stagecraft, lighting, sound, scenic and prop construction, projection/video virtual production, stage management, costuming, and make-up. Students will work with advanced technology and materials in intelligent lighting systems, audio equipment, video projection equipment, stage machinery, set construction, scenic painting, and costume construction and design. Internship, mentorship, and entry level job opportunities in the industry may be made available to candidates who meet and exceed expectations.

Enrollment Completer Projections

We anticipate 3 or 4 will complete the certificate each year.

Program Proposal Attributes

Program Award Type(s) (Check all that apply)
  • Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
Program Goal
Students will be able to evaluate and appreciate a theatrical performance by recognizing the inherent components that go into creating theatre, including the research involved, the collaboration among designers and directors, the rehearsal process, and the technical skills involved in making a production come to life. In addition, students will hone design and technical skills leading to performance in the capacity of at least one of the following, including, but not limited to: Stage Manager, Set/Light/Sound/Costume/Make-Up Designer, Production Assistant, or Stage Technician.  
 
The Antelope Valley has created a film green space where opportunities may be made available for employment. Also, with the many performance venues in the area, AVC can become the premiere location for creating a pipeline of highly trained individuals in the field of technical theatre (includes concert venues, theatrical spaces, and tv/film studios) and virtual production so that jobs can be obtained locally. 

Course Units and Hours

Total Certificate Units (Minimum and Maximum)

17-20

Units for Degree Major or Area of Emphasis (Minimum and Maximum)

n/a

Total Units for Degree (Minimum and Maximum)

n/a

Course Report

Program Requirements Narrative

The Technical Theatre Certificate will provide quality education for all types of learners.
• The Technical Theatre Certificate will expose students to a variety of career opportunities in technical theatre and beyond.
• Acts as a step in the progress towards your AA-T degree and more.
• Student can earn a certificate is just 2 semesters.
• Trains students as a stage tech. Typical jobs include: lighting operator, scenic painter, stage manager, sound operator, design assistant, or stage hand.
• Knowledge gained will provide access to internships and entry level paying positions in the technical theater field with opportunities for growth in the field.

Program Requirements
CourseTitleUnitsYear/Semester
(Y1 or S1)
THA 101
Introduction to Theatre
3
Y1
THA 102
Introduction to Stagecraft
3
Y1
THA 103
Introduction to Stage Lighting
3
Y1
THA 121ABC
Technical Theatre Production
1-3
Y1
THA 105
Introduction to Stage Design
3
Y1
MUSC 100
Introduction to Music Technology
3
elective (example)
ELEC110
Fundamentals of Electricity
3
elective (example)
ART110
Drawing
3
elective (example)

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Submission Details

Published at

09/02/24 - 11:37 AM

Last edited at

09/02/24 - 11:59 AM by Carla Corona

Status

Recommended

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Carla Corona   ·  09/02/24

There will be several more examples of classes that will serve as Electives for the Technical Theatre Certificate. I was unclear how and where to add them in the form.