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Visual Script Analysis
Course: THP225

First Term: 2010 Summer I
 Lecture   2 Credit(s)   2 Period(s)   2 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S


Description: Theory and practice in analysis of dramatic literature for the technician and designer. Emphasis on techniques of script analysis for visual information.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Analyze a play by identifying key elements of dramatic structure. (I)
2. Determine the period style of the play. (II)
3. Evaluate methods of researching the visual style and conceptual approach to a play. (III, IV, V)
4. Prepare sketches of scenery, costumes and lighting for the script. (VI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Dramatic Structure
   A. Plot
      1. Major Dramatic Question
      2. Units of Action Analysis
   B. Given Circumstances
   C. Dialogue
   D. Theme
II. Period Style
   A. Theatrical
   B. Design and Style
III. Research Methods
   A. Historical Contexts
   B. Social Contexts
   C. Cultural Contexts
IV. Visual Style
   A. Representational
   B. Nonrepresentational
V. Conceptual Approach
   A. Period style
   B. Production team
VI. Sketches
   A. Sets
   B. Costumes
   C. Lights
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 12/8/2009

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