Sound Design and Technology Courses
- Theater Design and Production (rev. 5.7.04)
16THPR221
Theater Sound Technology
3 ug.cr. Introduction to the technical processes of theater sound production.
Acoustics, basic physics of sound, equipment use and terminology and
TD&P majors must register for Theatre Sound Lab and Crew to complete
their requirement (2 credits). BoK:FA-p.
16THPR222
Theater Sound Technology Lab and Crew
2 ug.cr. Supervised laboratory and production crew assignment. BoK:FA-p.
16THPR271
Digital Audio Systems
3 ug.cr. Overview of digital audio systems as applied to the performing
arts. Topics covered will include: computer work stations, ProTools software,
digital multi-track recorders, basic MIDI, minidisc, DAT and compact
disc operations. Multimedia production and SFX software may be covered
if time permits. (Prereq: Theatre Sound Technology) BoK:FA.
16THPR272
Introduction to Sound Design
3 ug.cr. An introduction to the principles of sound design in live drama
production. Topics will include script analysis for the designer, developing
a concept, music research, translating emotions and visual materials
into sound and basic paperwork. (Prereq: Theatre Sound Technology & Digital
Audio or permission) BoK:FA.
16THPR273
Sound Production Practicum
1-4 ug.cr. Continuing production credit for students electively serving
as a sound running crew or as sound operator for OMDA production. BoK:FA.
16THPR339
Sound Design Practicum
1-4 ug.cr. Supervised sound design and assistant assignments for OMDA
productions. BoK:FA-r.
- Courses for sound majors (undergrad and grad)
- non-majors accepted only by permission of instructor. (Prereqs: Theatre
Sound Technology, Digital Audio and Introduction to Sound Design)
16THPR364
Sound Design Ia
3 ug.cr. Sound design course focused on dramatic production including
advanced work in script analysis, sound score development, sound effects
editing, listening skills, designer documentation and communication skills
BoK:FA.
16THPR365
Sound Design Ib
3 ug.cr. A continuation of training for the sound designer with a focus
on reinforcement, musical theatre and recording. Projects will include
paper designs with emphasis on clear communication through paperwork,
conceptual development of reinforcement systems and practical recording
projects. Operation of wireless mic systems and orchestra micing will
also be covered along with continued work in critical listening skills.
Prereq.: 16THPR364. BoK:FA.
16THPR366
Sound Design Ic
3 ug.cr. A continuation of Sound Design Ia with the emphasis on full
length works including American classics and Shakespeare. Designs will
be more fully developed with complete paperwork required and practical
projects. Advanced work in multi-track playback and digital editing will
be included along with continued training in critical listening. Prereq.:
16THPR365. BoK:FA.
16THPR467
Theater Music Production/Composing for the Theater
3 ug.cr. Intended for Sound Design students with a background in music
who wish to compose original scores and produce music. Focus on composing
and realizing music for the theater, with an emphasis on MIDI systems.
BoK:FA.
16THPR468
Sound Design II
3 ug.cr. This course provides supervision and weekly roundtable discussions
of current OMDA production designers and assistant designers. Required
for sound majors, the course will focus on the actual realization of
designs. Successful completion of this course requires attendance at
all production meetings, effective communication with the design/production
team and leadership, production of an effective show design and proper
documentation. Enrollment is coordinated with production assignments.
(may be repeated for credit) BoK:FA.
16THPR721
Theater Sound Technology
3 gr.cr. Introduction to the technical processes of theater sound production.
Acoustics, basic physics of sound, equipment use and terminology will
be discussed.
16THPR722
Theater Sound Technology Lab and Crew
2 gr.cr. Supervised laboratory and production crews assignment. Concurrent
registration in 16THPR721.
16THPR731
Basic Score Interpretation
3 gr.cr. Intended for sound designers, stage managers and lighting designers,
this class will teach fundamental/rudimentary musical skills which will
enable the theatre practitioner to follow operatic and musical theatre
scores. The course will provide basic skills to support cueing and timing
of such shows and in communicating with directors and music directors
using musical terms.
16THPR764
Sound Design Ia
3 gr.cr. Sound design course focused on dramatic production including
advanced work in script analysis, sound score development, sound effects
editing, listening skills, designer documentation and communication skills
16THPR765
Sound Design Ib
3 gr.cr. A continuation of training for the sound designer with a focus
on reinforcement, musical theatre and recording. Projects will include
paper designs with emphasis on clear communication through paperwork,
conceptual development of reinforcement systems and practical recording
projects. Operation of wireless mic systems and orchestra micing will
also be covered along with continued work in critical listening skills.
Prereq.: 16THPR764.
16THPR766
Sound Design Ic
3 gr.cr. A continuation of Sound Design Ia with the emphasis on full
length works including American classics and Shakespeare. Designs will
be more fully developed with complete paperwork required and practical
projects. Advanced work in multi-track playback and digital editing will
be included along with continued training in critical listening. Prereq.:
16THPR765.
16THPR767
Theater Music Production/Composing for the
Theater
3 gr.cr. Intended for sound design students with a background in music
who wish to compose original scores and produce music. Focus on composing
and realizing music for the theater, with an emphasis on MIDI systems.
16THPR768
Sound Design II
3 gr.cr. This course provides supervision and weekly roundtable discussions
of current OMDA production designers and assistant designers. Required
for sound majors, the course will focus on the actual realization of
designs. Successful completion of this course requires attendance at
all production meetings, effective communication with the design/production
team and leadership, production of an effective show design and proper
documentation. Enrollment is coordinated with production assignments.
(may be repeated for credit)
16THPR771
Digital Audio Systems
3 gr.cr. Overview of digital audio systems as applied to the performing
arts. Topics covered will include: computer work stations, ProTools software,
digital multi-track recorders, basic MIDI, minidisc, DAT and compact
disc operations. Multimedia production and SFX software may be covered
if time permits.
16THPR772
Introduction to Sound Design
3 gr.cr. An introduction to the principles of sound design in live drama
production. Topics will include script analysis for the designer, developing
a concept, music research, translating emotions and visual materials
into sound and basic paperwork. (Prereq: Theatre Sound Technology & Digital
Audio or permission)
16THPR773
Sound Production Practicum
1-4 gr.cr. Continuing production credit for students electively serving
as sound running crew or as sound operator for OMDA productions.
16THPR854
Graduate Sound Seminar I
3 gr.cr. Graduate level course involving weekly updates on design/production
issues, operation of the sound department and presentations on equipment
or special techniques. Designs will be presented and critiqued. Load
ins, strikes and troubleshooting of systems for all main stage productions
will provide practical experience with sound system operations. Guest
artists will be invited to meet with students whenever possible and onsite
visits will be arranged to provide professional contacts and experience.
16THPR855
Graduate Sound Seminar I
3 gr.cr. A continuation of 16THPR854
16THPR856
Graduate Sound Seminar I
3 gr.cr. A continuation of 16THPR855
16THPR857
Graduate Sound Seminar II
3 gr.cr. A continuation of 16THPR856
May be repeated for credit.
16THPR858
Graduate Sound Seminar II
3 gr.cr. A continuation of 16THPR857
May be repeated for credit.
16THPR859
Graduate Sound Seminar II
3 gr.cr. A continuation of
16THPR858 May be repeated for credit.
16THPR874
Design/Research Project in Sound Design
6 gr.cr. Design and implementation of a fully realized main stage
OMDA production including a monograph detailing the process.
