Course Syllabi

Intended as an introductory course. Beginning study of major dramatic styles and production techniques of the 20th century.

Techniques, communication, methodology, resources, practices, and technical training for the stage manager: this course will introduce the principles and practices of theatrical stage management. Industry-standard vocabulary will be taught and used with proficiency. The course is intended to accommodate special interests and needs in use and development of local staging facilities.

Study and practice in the rudiments of scene construction, set decoration, and stage lighting.

Rudiments of acting for the stage. Course work includes exercises, improvisations, and scene study to develop a basic understanding of the actor's tasks, terminology, and methods in modern theatre.

Exercises in improvisation, rehearsal technique, vocal, and physical development for stage performance.

A one semester course that introduces the student to the theory and practice of improvisation, role playing, mime, puppetry, playwriting, and program development in drama and their application to elementary and secondary school levels.

Instruction and practice with operation and maintenance of basic stage lighting instruments, equipment, and tools. Intended to accommodate special interests and needs in use and development of local staging facilities.

This course introduces the student to study and training in basic voice production. Included will be instruction in proper breathing techniques, sound production, kinesics, general speech standards, and common voice problems. This course will promote development of natural- ness and flexibility in the speaking voice.

This course involves participation in theatre productions. Registrants comprise the casts, technical crews, publicity, and management personnel for AWC Theatre public events. Events include guest performing artists and home productions each semester. May be repeated for credit.

Introduction to Tribal languages. Students will learn vocabulary, basic grammatical structures, useful phrases and sentences related to daily life.

Introduces theory, basic techniques, and equipment for television production and provides an overview of the process from script to postproduction in field and studio. Course includes lab sessions to design, shoot, and edit film productions.

Familiarizes students with the methods and techniques of the operation of television studio production equipment, as well as the preparation of a message or program and timely preparation of a program production plan.

Enables students to improve the methods and techniques of the operation of television production equipment and to implement the preparation and completion of a message or program for television broadcasting.

Introduces students to the operations of a television control room. It will provide a foundation for students in all phases of control room use including directing, technical directing, Chyron operation, audio console use, and video tape playback. The course involves students in hands-on training in all facets of control room operations.

Involves extensive and advanced theory and techniques of television prodouction in studio and field settings. Course emphasizes individual responsibility for design and implementation of television projects.

Familiarizes students with theory and principles of editing and the use of non-linear editing systems. It gives the students the opportunity to perform the functions of an editor using a computer based non-linear editing system.

Introduction to veterinary terminology, veterinary health team roles, communication, ethics, recordkeeping, and body systems used in veterinary assisting.

Introduction to animal handling, behavior assessment, restraint techniques, husbandry, and patient and staff safety used in veterinary practice.

Introduction to veterinary practice management, office procedures, medical records, sanitation, safety, legal documentation, and imaging safety used in veterinary practice.

Development of veterinary assisting knowledge and skills in client communication, patient nursing, examination room procedures, pharmacy procedures, laboratory techniques, surgical assisting, and patient care utilized in veterinary practice. Emphasis is placed on patient assessment, medical documentation, specimen handling, professionalism, and hands-on clinical applications in the veterinary setting.