DRA 240 Lighting for the Theatre

Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course is an applied study of theatre lighting and is designed to train theatre technicians. Emphasis is placed on lighting technology including the mechanics of lighting and light control equipment by practical work with lighting equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence with lighting equipment.

This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

Course is typically offered in Fall.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Install a McCandless Generals lighting plot.
Hang and focus 4 separate instruments in two different installation positions.
Troubleshoot 4 separate instruments.
Give a color and pattern demonstration.
Operate a light board for recording DMX cues.
Operate a lightboard for recording submaster cues.