Database Management (DBA)

DBA        110          Database Concepts              2              3              0              3

This course introduces database design and creation using a DBMS product. Emphasis is placed on data dic­tionaries, normalization, data integrity, data modeling, and creation of simple tables, queries, reports, and forms. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement normalized database structures by creating simple database tables, queries, reports, and forms. Co-requisite: CIS 110 or CIS 111.

DBA        115          Database Applications        2              2              0              3

This course applies concepts learned in DBA 110 to a specific DBMS. Topics include manipulating multiple tables, advanced queries, screens and reports, linking, and command files. Upon completion, students should be able to create multiple table systems that demonstrate updates, screens, and reports representative of industry requirements. Pre-requisite: DBA 110.

DBA        120          Database Programming I     2              2              0              3

This course is designed to develop SQL programming proficiency. Emphasis is placed on data definition, data manipulation, and data control statements as well as on report generation. Upon completion, students should be able to write programs which create, update, and produce reports. Pre-requisites: CIS 115, DBA 110.

DBA        210          Database Administration    2              3              0              3

This course covers database administration issues and distributed database concepts. Topics include database administrator (DBA) goals and functions, backup and recovery, standards and procedures, training, and database security and performance evaluations. Upon completion, students should be able to produce functional DBA documentation and administer a database. Pre-requisites: CIS 155.

DBA        230          Database in Corp Environs 3              0              0              3

This course covers database systems as they relate to the corporate environment. Topics include knowledge-based, decision-support, and expert systems; database choices; data warehousing; and corporate structure. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and recommend database systems needed by a corporation. Pre-requisites: DBA 210.

DBA        240          Database Analysis & Design               2              3              0              3

This course is an exploration of the established and evolving methodologies for the analysis, design, and development of a database system. Emphasis is placed on business data characteristics and usage, managing data­base projects, prototyping and modeling, and CASE tools. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, develop, and validate a database implementation plan. Pre-requisites: DBA 210.

Design Drafting (DDF)

DDF        211          Design Process I   1              6              0              4

This course emphasizes design processes for finished products. Topics include data collection from manuals and handbooks, efficient use of materials, design sketching, specifications, and vendor selection. Upon completion, students should be able to research and plan the design process for a finished product. Pre-requisite: DFT 112.

DDF        212          Design Process II  1              6              0              4

This course stresses the integration of various design practices. Emphasis is placed on the creation of an original design. Upon completion, students should be able to apply engineering graphics and design procedures to a design project. Pre-requisite: DDF 211.

DDF        213          Design Process III 1              6              0              4

This course provides an opportunity to produce a complete design project. Topics include materials, produc­tion means, analysis, documentation, calculations, and specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a completed design project. Pre-requisite: DDF 212.

Dental (DEN)

DEN        101          Preclinical Procedures         4              6              0              7

This course provides instruction in procedures for the clinical dental assistant as specified by the North Carolina Dental Practice Act. Emphasis is placed on orientation to the profession, infection control techniques, instruments, related expanded functions, and diagnostic, operative, and specialty procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in clinical dental assisting procedures. This is a diploma-level course.

DEN        102          Dental Materials    3              4              0              5

This course provides instruction in identification, properties, evaluation of quality, principles, and procedures related to manipulation and storage of operative and specialty dental materials. Emphasis is placed on the under­standing and safe application of materials used in the dental office and laboratory. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the laboratory and clinical application of routinely used dental materials. This is a diploma-level course.

DEN        103          Dental Sciences    2              0              0              2

This course is a study of oral pathology, pharmacology, and dental office emergencies. Topics include oral pathological conditions, dental therapeutics, and management of emergency situations. Upon completion, stu­dents should be able to recognize abnormal oral conditions, identify classifications, describe actions and effects of commonly prescribed drugs, and respond to medical emergencies. This is a diploma-level course.

DEN        104          Dental Health Education     2              2              0              3

This course covers the study of preventive dentistry to prepare dental assisting students for the role of dental health educator. Topics include etiology of dental diseases, preventive procedures, and patient education theory and practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in patient counseling and oral health instruction in private practice or public health settings. This is a diploma-level course. Pre-requisites: DEN 101 and DEN 111.

DEN        105          Practice Management          2              0              0              2

This course provides a study of principles and procedures related to management of the dental practice. Emphasis is placed on maintaining clinical and financial records, patient scheduling, and supply and inventory control. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate fundamental skills in dental practice manage­ment. This is a diploma-level course.

DEN        106          Clinical Practice I  1              0              12            5

This course is designed to provide experience assisting in a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on the application of principles and procedures of four-handed dentistry and laboratory and clinical support functions. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize classroom theory and laboratory and clinical skills in a dental setting. This is a diploma-level course. Pre-requisites: DEN 101 and DEN 111.

DEN        107          Clinical Practice II 1              0              12            5

This course is designed to increase the level of proficiency in assisting in a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on the application of principles and procedures of four-handed dentistry and laboratory and clinical support functions. Upon completion, students should be able to combine theoretical and ethical principles necessary to perform entry-level skills including functions delegable to a DA II. This is a diploma-level course. Pre-requisite: DEN 106.

DEN        110          Orofacial Anatomy               2              2              0              3

This course introduces the structures of the head, neck, and oral cavity. Topics include tooth morphology, head and neck anatomy, histology, and embryology. Upon completion, students should be able to relate the identi­fication of normal structures and development to the practice of dental assisting and dental hygiene. Core course: Dental Hygiene & Dental Assisting.

DEN        111          Infection/Hazard Control     2              0              0              2

This course introduces the infection and hazard control procedures necessary for the safe practice of den­tistry. Topics include microbiology, practical infection control, sterilization and monitoring, chemical disinfectants, aseptic technique, infectious diseases, OSHA standards, and applicable North Carolina laws. Upon completion, students should be able to understand infectious diseases, disease transmission, infection control procedures, biohazard management, OSHA standards, and applicable North Carolina laws. Core course: Dental Hygiene & Dental Assisting.

DEN        112          Dental Radiography             2              3              0              3

This course provides a comprehensive view of the principles and procedures of radiology as they apply to dentistry. Topics include techniques in exposing, processing, and evaluating radiographs, as well as radiation safety, quality assurance, and legal issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the production of diagnostically acceptable radiographs using appropriate safety precautions. Core course: Dental Hygiene & Dental Assisting.

DEN        120          Dental Hygiene Preclinic Lecture       2              0              0              2

This course introduces preoperative and clinical dental hygiene concepts. Emphasis is placed on the assess­ment phase of patient care as well as the theory of basic dental hygiene instrumentation. Upon completion, students should be able to collect and evaluate patient data at a basic level and demonstrate knowledge of dental hygiene instrumentation. Co-requisite: DEN 121.

DEN        121          Dental Hygiene Pre-clinic Laboratory                0              6              0              2

This course provides the opportunity to perform clinical dental hygiene procedures discussed in DEN 120. Emphasis is placed on clinical skills in patient assessment and instrumentation techniques. Upon completion, stu­dents should be able to demonstrate the ability to perform specific preclinical procedures. Co-requisite: DEN 120.

DEN        123          Nutrition/Dental Health        2              0              0              2

This course introduces basic principles of nutrition with emphasis on nutritional requirements and their application to individual patient needs. Topics include the study of the food pyramid, nutrient functions, Recommended Daily Allowances, and related psychological principles. Upon completion, students should be able to recommend and counsel individuals on their food intake as related to their dental health.  Pre-requisite: ENG 095 or RED 090 or CHM 092.

DEN        124          Periodontology     2              0              0              2

This course provides an in-depth study of the periodontium, periodontal pathology, periodontal monitoring, and the principles of periodontal therapy. Topics include periodontal anatomy and a study of the etiology, classi­fication, and treatment modalities of periodontal diseases. Upon completion, students should be able to describe, compare, and contrast techniques involved in periodontal/maintenance therapy, as well as patient care manage­ment. Pre-requisite: DEN 110.

DEN        125          Dental Office Emergencies 0              2              0              1

This course provides a study of the management of dental office emergencies. Topics include methods of prevention, necessary equipment/drugs, medicolegal considerations, recognition and effective initial management of a variety of emergencies. Upon completion, the student should be able to recognize, assess and manage various dental office emergencies and activate advanced medical support when indicated.

DEN        130          Dental Hygiene Theory I      2              0              0              2

This course is a continuation of the didactic dental hygiene concepts necessary for providing an oral prophylaxis. Topics include deposits/removal, instrument sharpening, patient education, fluorides, planning for dental hygiene treatment, charting, and clinical records and procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge needed to complete a thorough oral prophylaxis. Pre-requisite: DEN 120. Co-requisite: DEN 131.

DEN        131          Dental Hygiene Clinic I        0              0              9              3

This course continues skill development in providing an oral prophylaxis. Emphasis is placed on treatment of the recall patients with gingivitis or light deposits. Upon completion, students should be able to assess these patients' needs and complete the necessary dental hygiene treatment. Pre-requisite: DEN 121. Co-requisite: DEN 130.

DEN        140          Dental Hygiene Theory II     1              0              0              1

This course provides a continuation of the development, theory, and practice of patient care. Topics include modification of treatment for special needs patients, advanced radiographic interpretation, and ergonomics. Upon completion, students should be able to differentiate necessary treatment modifications, effective ergonomic principles, and radiographic abnormalities. Pre-requisite: DEN 130. Co-requisite: DEN 141.

DEN        141          Dental Hygiene Clinic II       0              0              6              2

This course continues skill development in providing an oral prophylaxis. Emphasis is placed on treatment of patients with early periodontal disease and subgingival deposits. Upon completion, students should be able to assess these patients' needs and complete the necessary dental hygiene treatment. Pre-requisite: DEN 131. Co-requisite: DEN 140.

DEN        220          Dental Hygiene Theory III    2              0              0              2

This course provides a continuation in developing the theories and practices of patient care. Topics include periodontal debridement, pain control, subgingival irrigation, air polishing, and case presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of methods of treatment and management of periodontally compromised patients. Pre-requisite: DEN 140. Co-requisite: DEN 221.

DEN        221          Dental Hygiene Clinic III      0              0              12            4

This course continues skill development in providing an oral prophylaxis. Emphasis is placed on treatment of patients with moderate to advanced periodontal involvement and moderate deposits. Upon completion, students should be able to assess these patients' needs and complete the necessary dental hygiene treatment. Pre-requisite: DEN 141. Co-requisite: DEN 220.

DEN        222          General and Oral Pathology               2              0              0              2

This course provides a general knowledge of oral pathological manifestations associated with selected systemic and oral diseases. Topics include developmental and degenerative diseases, selected microbial diseases, specific and nonspecific immune and inflammatory responses with emphasis on recognizing abnormalities. Upon completion, students should be able to differentiate between normal and abnormal tissues and refer unusual find­ings to the dentist for diagnosis. Pre-requisite: BIO 163 or BIO 165 or BIO 168.

DEN        223          Dental Pharmacology          2              0              0              2

This course provides basic drug terminology, general principles of drug actions, dosages, routes of admin­istration, adverse reactions, and basic principles of anesthesiology. Emphasis is placed on knowledge of drugs in overall understanding of patient histories and health status. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize that each patient's general health or drug usage may require modification of the treatment procedures. Co-requisite: BIO 163 or BIO 165 or BIO 168.

DEN        224          Materials and Procedures    1              3              0              2

This course introduces the physical properties of materials and related procedures used in dentistry. Topics include restorative and preventive materials, fabrication of casts and appliances, and chairside functions of the dental hygienist. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the laboratory and/or clinical application of routinely used dental materials and chairside functions. Pre-requisite: DEN 111.

DEN        230          Dental Hygiene Theory IV    1              0              0              1

This course provides an opportunity to increase knowledge of the profession. Emphasis is placed on dental specialties and completion of a case presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of various disciplines of dentistry and principles of case presentations. Pre-requisite: DEN 220. Co-requisite: DEN 231.

DEN        231          Dental Hygiene Clinic IV      0              0              12            4

This course continues skill development in providing an oral prophylaxis. Emphasis is placed on periodontal maintenance and on treating patients with moderate to advanced/refractory periodontal disease. Upon comple­tion, students should be able to assess these patients' needs and complete the necessary dental hygiene treatment. Pre-requisite: DEN 221. Co-requisite: DEN 230.

DEN        232          Community Dental Health   2              0              3              3

This course provides a study of the principles and methods used in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating community dental health programs. Topics include epidemiology, research methodology, biostatistics, pre­ventive dental care, dental health education, program planning, and financing and utilization of dental services. Upon completion, students should be able to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate a community dental health program.

DEN        233          Professional Development  2              0              0              2

This course includes professional development, ethics, and jurisprudence with applications to practice management. Topics include conflict management, state laws, resumes, interviews, and legal liabilities as health care professionals. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to practice dental hygiene within established ethical standards and state laws.

Design: Creative (DES)

DES         225          Textiles/Fabrics    2              2              0              3

This course includes the study of woven and non-woven fabrics for interiors. Topics include characteristics of fibers, yarns, weaving, felting, and knitting; processing of leather; and adorning and finishing of interior fabrics. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and use correct terminology for upholstery, window treat­ments, and rugs/carpets with regard to flammability, performance, and durability.

DES         255          History/Int & Furn I               3              0              0              3

This course covers interiors, exteriors, and furnishings from ancient Egypt through French Neo-Classicism. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary, chronology, and style recognition. Upon completion, students should be able to classify and date interior and exterior architecture and furnishings and be conversant with pertinent vocabulary.

DES         275          Furniture Design & Const   2              2              0              3

This course introduces contemporary furniture design and construction techniques used in custom and hand­made furniture building. Topics include design and manufacturing processes and materials selection for handmade and production, case goods, and upholstery manufacturing. Upon completion, students should be able to design and describe manufacturing processes used in both case goods and upholstered furniture manufacturing.

Drafting (DFT)

DFT         111          Technical Drafting I              1              3              0              2

This course introduces basic drafting skills, equipment, and applications. Topics include sketching, mea­surements, lettering, dimensioning, geometric construction, orthographic projections and pictorials drawings, sections, and auxiliary views. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and apply basic drawing principles and practices. Co-requisites: DFT 151.

DFT         111A       Technical Drafting l Lab      0              3              0              1

This course provides a laboratory setting to enhance basic drafting skills. Emphasis is placed on practical experiences that enhance the topics presented in DFT 111. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in DFT 111. Co-requisites: DFT 111.

DFT         112          Technical Drafting II             1              3              0              2

This course provides for advanced drafting practices and procedures. Topics include detailed working drawings, hardware, fits and tolerances, assembly and sub-assembly, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, intersections, and developments. Upon completion, students should be able to produce detailed working draw­ings. Pre-requisite: DFT 111.

DFT         112A       Technical Drafting II Lab     0              3              0              1

This course provides a laboratory setting to enhance advance drafting skills. Emphasis is placed on practical experiences that enhance the topics presented in DFT 112. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in DFT 112. Co-requisite: DFT 112

DFT         119          Basic CAD             1              2              0              2

This course introduces computer-aided drafting software for specific technologies to non-drafting majors. Emphasis is placed on understanding the software command structure and drafting standards for specific techni­cal fields. Upon completion, students should be able to create and plot basic drawings.

DFT         151          CAD I      2              3              0              3

This course introduces CAD software as a drawing tool. Topics include drawing, editing, file management, and plotting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce and plot a CAD drawing.

DFT         152          CAD II     2              3              0              3

This course is a continuation of DFT 151. Topics include advanced two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and solid modeling and extended CAD applications. Upon completion, students should be able to generate and man­age CAD drawings and models to produce engineering documents. Pre-requisite: DFT 151.

DFT         153          CAD III    2              3              0              3

This course covers basic principles of three-dimensional CAD wireframe and surface models. Topics include user coordinate systems, three-dimensional viewpoints, three-dimensional wireframes, and surface components and viewpoints. Upon completion, students should be able to create and manipulate three-dimensional wireframe and surface models. Pre-requisite: DFT 151.

DFT         253          CAD Data Management       2              2              0              3

This course covers engineering document management techniques. Topics include efficient control of engineering documents, manipulation of CAD drawing data, generation of bill of materials, and linking to spread­sheets or databases. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize systems for managing CAD drawings, extract data from drawings, and link data to spreadsheets or database applications. Pre-requisite: DFT 151.

Digital Media Technology (DME)

DME        110          Intro to Digital Media           2              2              0              3

This course introduces students to key concepts, technologies, and issues related to digital media. Topics include emerging standards, key technologies and related design issues, terminology, media formats, career paths, and ethical issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the various media formats that are used in digital media technology.

DME        115          Graphic Design Tools          2              2              0              3

This course provides students with an introduction to creative expression and art/design techniques in a digital environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, creating, editing and integrating visual components consist­ing of bit-mapped and vector-based images, drawings, banners, text, simple animations, and multiple layers. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce a range of visual products using digital processing techniques.

DME        120          Intro to Multimedia Appl     2              2              0              3

This course introduces storyboarding and multimedia application design. Topics include vector and bit-mapped graphics, interactive multimedia interfaces, layering techniques, image and animation libraries, and scripting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce basic high-quality interactive multimedia applica­tions. Pre-requisite: DME 110

DME        130          Digital Animation I               2              2              0              3

This course introduces concepts for planning and developing animation sequences. Emphasis will be placed on review of digital animation concepts and exploration of various animation software packages. Upon comple­tion, students should be able to produce simple animations. Pre-requisite: DME 110

DME        140          Intro to Audio/Video Media 2              2              0              3

This course is designed to teach students how to manipulate digital and audio content for multimedia applications. Topics include format conversion and a review of current technologies and digital formats. Upon completion, students should be able to modify existing audio and video content to meet a range of production requirements associated with digital media applications. Pre-requisite: DME 110

DME        210          User Interface Design          2              2              0              3

This course covers current design approaches and emerging standards related to the design and development of user interfaces. Emphasis is placed on conducting research, and analyzing and reviewing current practices in effective interface design. Upon completion, students should be able to intelligently discuss and evaluate new and existing digital media products in terms of the user interface. Pre-requisite: DME 110

DME        220          Interactive Multimedia Prog                2              2              0              3

This course is designed to build on concepts developed in DME 120 and teaches students to apply custom programming to develop advanced applications and components. Emphasis is placed on scripting language func­tionalities associated with a variety of software packages. Upon completion, students should be able to produce advanced, high-quality interactive multimedia applications. Pre-requisite: DME 120

DME        230          Digital Animation II              2              2              0              3

This course introduces state-of-the-art 3D animation techniques and concepts. Emphasis is placed on utilizing the features of current animation software. Upon completion, students should be able to produce 3D animations as components of a multimedia application. Pre-requisite: DME 130

DME        260          Emerging Tech Digital Media              2              2              0              3

This course provides students with the latest technologies and strategies in the field of digital media. Emphasis is placed on the evaluation of emerging digital media technologies and presenting those findings to the class. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze emerging digital media technologies and establish informed opinions. Pre-requisite: DME 120 and 130.

DME        270          Prof Pract Digital Media       2              2              0              3

This course introduces students to business skills needed to succeed in the digital media workplace. Topics include portfolio development, resume design, and preparation of media contacts. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare themselves and their work for a career in the digital media workplace. Pre-requisite: DME 120 and 130.

DME        285          Systems Project    2              2              0              3

This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant digital media project from the design phase through implementation with minimal instructor support. Emphasis is placed on project definition, testing, pre­sentation, and implementation. Upon completion, students should be able to complete, maintain and implement a digital media project. Pre-requisite: DME 120 and 130.

Drama/Theatre (DRA)

DRA        111          Theatre Appreciation           3              0              0              3

This course provides a study of the art, craft, and business of the theatre. Emphasis is placed on the audi­ence's appreciation of the work of the playwright, director, actor, designer, producer, and critic. Upon comple­tion, students should be able to demonstrate a vocabulary of theatre terms and to recognize the contributions of various theatre artists. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. Pre-requisite: ENG 095 or RED 090.

DRA        112          Literature of the Theatre     3              0              0              3

This course provides a survey of dramatic works from the classical Greek through the present. Emphasis is placed on the language of drama, critical theory, and background as well as on play reading and analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate, orally and in writing, their appreciation and understanding of dramatic works. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement gen­eral education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. Co-requisite: ENG 111.

DRA        120          Voice for Performance         3              0              0              3

This course provides guided practice in the proper production of speech for the theatre. Emphasis is placed on improving speech, including breathing, articulation, pronunciation, and other vocal variables. Upon comple­tion, students should be able to demonstrate effective theatrical speech. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Co-requisite: DRA 111.

DRA     126          Storytelling            3              0              0              3

This course introduces the art of storytelling and the oral traditions of folk literature.  Topics include the history of storytelling, its value and purpose, techniques of the storyteller, and methods of collecting verbal art.  Upon completion, students should be able to present and discuss critically stories from the world's repertory of traditional lore.  This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement gen­eral education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. Pre-requisite: ENG 095 or RED 090.

DRA        130          Acting I  0              6              0              3

This course provides an applied study of the actor's craft. Topics include role analysis, training the voice, and body concentration, discipline, and self-evaluation. Upon completion, students should be able to explore their creativity in an acting ensemble. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Co-requisite: DRA 111.

DRA        131          Acting II 0              6              0              3

This course provides additional hands-on practice in the actor's craft. Emphasis is placed on further analysis, characterization, growth, and training for acting competence. Upon completion, students should be able to explore their creativity in an acting ensemble. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite: C or better in DRA 130.

DRA        132          Stage Movement   2              2              0              3

This course provides an applied study of selected principles of stage movement for actors. Topics include improvisation, mime, stage combat, clowning, choreography, and masks. Upon completion, students should be able to focus properly on stage, to create characters, and to improvise scenes, perform mimes, fight, clown, juggle, and waltz. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Co-requisites: DRA 111.

DRA        140          Stagecraft I            0              6              0              3

This course introduces the theory and basic construction of stage scenery and properties. Topics include stage carpentry, scene painting, stage electrics, properties, and backstage organization. Upon completion, students should be able to pursue vocational and avocational roles in technical theatre. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Co-requisite: DRA 111.

DRA        142          Costuming            2              2              0              3

This course covers the techniques of costume construction and crafts processes. Emphasis is placed on learning costuming techniques, using equipment and materials, and finishing production-appropriate costumes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of pattern drafting, construction techniques, and costume fitting procedures. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.

DRA        143          Costume Design   2              2              0              3

This course covers the analysis, research, design, and problem solving related to costume design. Emphasis is placed on director/designer communication, concepting, research, and rendering of designs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in communication, design process, and rendering. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.

DRA        145          Stage Make-up      1              2              0              2

This course covers the research, design, selection of materials, and application of stage make-up, prosthetics, wigs,and hairpieces. Emphasis is placed on the development of techniques, style, and presentation of the finished makeup. Upon completion, students should be able to create and apply make-up, prosthetics, and hairpieces. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.

DRA        170          Play Production I  0              9              0              3

This course provides an applied laboratory study of the processes involved in the production of a play. Topics include fundamental practices, principles, and techniques associated with producing plays of various periods and styles. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in an assigned position with a college theatre production. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for trans­ferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Co-requisite: DRA 111.

DRA        171          Play Production II 0              9              0              3

This course provides an applied laboratory study of the processes involved in the production of a play. Topics include fundamental practices, principles, and techniques associated with producing plays of various periods and styles. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in an assigned position with a college theatre production. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for trans­ferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisites: C or better in DRA 170.

DRA        240          Lighting for the Theatre      2              2              0              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 to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transfer­ability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite: C or better in DRA 111.

DRA        270          Play Production III                0              9              0              3

This course provides an applied laboratory study of the processes involved in the production of a play. Topics include fundamental practices, principles, and techniques associated with producing plays of various periods and styles. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in an assigned position with a college theatre production. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for trans­ferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisites: C or better in DRA 171.

DRA        271          Play Production IV                0              9              0              3

This course provides an applied laboratory study of the processes involved in the production of a play. Topics include fundamental practices, principles, and techniques associated with producing plays of various periods and styles. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in an assigned position with a college theatre production. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for trans­ferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite: C or better in DRA 270.