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    May 18, 2024  
2022-2023 Catalogue 
    
2022-2023 Catalogue [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Numbering of Courses

A hyphenated course (e.g. 101-102) is one that continues throughout the year, the second semester of which has as a prerequisite the first semester. A non-hyphenated course (e.g. 101, 102) is one that continues throughout the year, the second semester of which does not have as a prerequisite the first semester.

Generally, first semester courses are represented by odd numbers; second semester by even numbers.

Offering of Courses

Belhaven University reserves the right to cancel any course for which there is an enrollment of fewer than five students.

Credit hours are indicated in parentheses following course titles.

Please contact the campus of your choice for the available degree programs.

Note: Below are listings of all courses offered in the adult studies programs at Belhaven University; however, not all of these courses are offered at each campus.

 

Theater

  
  • THE 375 - Scenic Design (3)


    UG

    Basic principles and techniques of scene design for the stage, with an emphasis on the process a designer uses in the development of their ideas and the tools needed to convey design ideas to others. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • THE 376 - Musical Theatre Studio II (2)


    UG

    Applied study of musical theatre repertoire. This class works toward a public performance at the end of the semester. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • THE 397 - Selected Topics in Acting (3)


    UG

    This course offers an in depth examination of select acting methodologies and/or styles. May be repeated for credit for different topics.   Audits Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ THE 251  Previous Enrollment Required
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • THE 405 - Theatre Design II (3)


    UG

    An advanced exploration of the areas of theatre design (i.e., scenic, costume, etc).   Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ THE 205  Previous Enrollment Required
    Yearly Cycle Odd years only
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • THE 406 - Costume Design (3)


    UG

    Study of the costume design process, including research, script & character analysis, design, and the rendering of ideas. Audits Not Allowed
    Yearly Cycle Even years only
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • THE 407 - Lighting Design (3)


    UG

    Study of Lighting Design for live entertainment.  The course focuses on the planning and implementation for creating dynamic lighting.  Special emphasis is placed on realized lighting projects.   Audits Not Allowed
    Yearly Cycle Odd years only
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • THE 441 - Internship (1-3)


    UG

    Supervised practical experience in theatre. May combine work in residence with a theatre or ministry entity, site visitations to various facilities in pursuit of a particular pre-approved topic, or a combination of documented experiences in the field. Approval of the department chairman is required. Refer to “Student Intern Programs and Practicums” for further requirements. Audits Not Allowed
    Crs Var Cred Increment: 1
  
  • THE 451 - Acting IV: Avant-Garde Acting Styles (3)


    UG

    Study and practice of acting styles from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, including the Isms and physical-based acting approaches such as Viewpoints and Suzuki. Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ THE 251  Previous Enrollment Required
  
  • THE 472 - Dramaturgy (3)


    UG

    An overview of the art and craft of dramaturgy, with emphasis on historical roots and contemporary implementation. Students examine the role the dramaturg plays in developing production concepts, conducting production research, working on new plays, and facilitating audience engagement through written materials and interactive displays.   Audits Not Allowed
    Yearly Cycle Even years only
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • THE 473 - His & Literature of Theatre Through 1800 (3)


    UG

    An overview of theatrical practices, innovations, and literature from 2000 BC through the 18th century. Emphasis will be placed on an examination of dramatic scripts, primary sources, and received historical narratives as a means for exploring the cultural significance of theatre and performance. Audits Not Allowed
    Yearly Cycle Even years only
    Offering Terms Fall Only
  
  • THE 474 - His & Literature of Theatre 1800-PRESENT (3)


    UG

    An overview of theatrical practices, innovations, and literature from the 19th century through the present. Emphasis will be placed on an examination of dramatic scripts, primary sources, and received historical narratives as a means for exploring the cultural significance of theatre and performance. Audits Not Allowed
    Yearly Cycle Odd years only
    Offering Terms Spring Only
  
  • THE 475 - Directing (3)


    UG

    Through short directing projects, students will investigate and gain experience in each of the play director’s primary tasks: play selection, analysis & conceptualization, casting, composition & picturization, intensifying action, pacing, and evaluation.  Audits Not Allowed
    Type of PRE-REQ THE 151  Previous Enrollment Required, THE 211  Previous Enrollment Required
    Offering Terms Fall Only
  
  • THE 494 - 21st Century Theatre & Literature (3)


    UG

    A study of contemporary trends in the world of theatre. Recent productions and publications will be studied, as well as an examination of developments in the realm of both commercial and avant-garde theatre in America and around the world. Audits Not Allowed
  
  • THE 497 - Special Topics in Theatre (1-3)


    UG

    Advanced course for practical experiences in a specialty aspect of theatre study. Audits Not Allowed
    Crs Var Cred Increment: 1
  
  • THE 498 - Senior Showcase (2)


    UG

    Department Chair Update Audits Not Allowed
  
  • THE 499 - Senior Project (3)


    UG

    A culminating project for advanced B.A. students. Projects must be coordinated with theatre faculty in advance of enrollment in the class. Example projects include directing a play for the university’s studio season; designing for a mainstage or studio production; writing a full-length play for production in the university’s studio season; writing an academic article on an approved topic; etc. Audits Not Allowed

WOZ U

  
  • UIUXO 100 - Design Thinking and Structures (1.5)


    UG

    Basics of design principles, user empathy, and testing product hypothesis Audits Not Allowed
  
  • UIUXO 101 - Coding Structures (1.5)


    UG

    Basics of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and Source Control Audits Not Allowed
  
  • UIUXO 102 - Front-End Theories and Practice (1.5)


    UG

    Basics of design principles, user empathy, and testing product hypothesis Audits Not Allowed
  
  • UIUXO 103 - Research Methods (1.5)


    UG

    Overview of user research methods including quantitative, qualitative, and competitive analysis Audits Not Allowed
  
  • UIUXO 104 - Research Demonstration (1.5)


    UG

    Concepts of empathy maps, user personals, journey maps, and data analysis Audits Not Allowed
  
  • UIUXO 105 - Ideation and Strategy (1.5)


    UG

    Discovery and development of ideation techniques, user stories, sitemaps, card sorting, and brand strategy Audits Not Allowed
  
  • UIUXO 106 - Interaction Design and Prototyping (3)


    UG

    Lab environment where students develop competency in design tools, sketching screens, wireframes, grid layouts, UI patterns and libraries. Key concepts of rapid prototyping, creating a prototype with a tool like Sketch or Adobe XD Audits Not Allowed
  
  • UIUXO 107 - Presentations, Pitches, and Proposals (1.5)


    UG

    Basics of design principles, user empathy, and testing product hypothesis Audits Not Allowed
  
  • UIUXO 108 - Capstone Design (3)


    UG

    Presentation of individual and client projects upon graduation Audits Not Allowed
 

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