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2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses

 

Theatre
  

  • THT 180 - Voice and Diction for the Theatre

    Exploration and training of breathing, posture, relaxation; the production and transmission of vocal sound waves; and the articulation of sound into speech. Elimination of tensions and habits which interfere with effective communication and strengthening of the natural tendencies of a free voice that emerge.

    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 181 - Movement for the Actor

    Training in physical expression for the actor. Emphasis on the mind/body connection and the development of body awareness and confidence in relation to the actor’s presence and characterization. The student develops skill in the use and application of relaxation techniques, core strengthening, stamina, adaptability, focused energy and wellness strategies.

    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 198 - First Year Signature Course

    Offered: Not on a regular basis.
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 201 - Developmental Drama

    Drama for personal creative development in any life area and in instructional situations for preschoolers through adults, including theory and activities and the use of theatre to teach both the arts and non-arts subjects. Instruction will be through observation, creation and application of practical activities including improvisation, storytelling and role-play.

    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 205 - Production Seminar

    An open seminar for the purpose of discussing the current productions within the Theatre Department. Students are encouraged to register to observe and/or participate in the production process.

    Note: The course is repeatable for credit.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 0 to 1
  

  • THT 222 - Introduction to Theatre Design

    The areas of scenery, costume and lighting design are explored through the process of lecture and discussion combined with student projects. The principles and practices of theatre design are placed in the integrated role of providing visual interpretation for the enhancement of communication between performance and audience.

    Offered: Fall, Spring
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 230 - Intermediate Acting

    The actor’s technique is developed through analyzing dramatic texts (American realism), creating a character and relationships in the context of a play’s given circumstances, applying actions and intentions to the specific needs of a character’s journey and sustaining the psychological and behavioral life of a character in scene work.

    Prerequisite: THT 130 or instructor permission
    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 251 - Costume History

    The study of the development of clothing from ancient times to the present century. The course will also take into consideration political, social, economic and cultural environments that affect clothing and the creative nature in its development.

    Note: Advisement Recommendation: Completion of all General Education Basic Skills and Knowledge Foundations requirements.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 268 - History of the American Theatre

    This course will trace the development of the American theatre from colonial times to the present, focusing on major trends in acting, directing, design, playwriting, and audiences. American theatre has evolved along-side the development of the nation itself, and the cultural context of this country’s struggles with politics, religion, economics, and foreign affairs is central to this course.

    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 285 - Text Analysis

    This course will provide students with text analysis techniques utilized by playwrights & screenwriters, actors, directors, designers, and stage managers as they conceptualize a production. The core focus of the class is to analyze varying styles and types of scripts in order to prepare students for work in their respective fields. Key topics could include the effective use of action analysis, script scoring, and dramaturgy in service of a production.

     

    Prerequisite: ENG 102.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis.
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 300 - Advanced Theatre Production

    Academic credit is provided for production activities under the direct supervision of department staff. The course is available to any student who meets the prerequisites.

    Note: May be repeated for total of 7 credits. Theatre majors must complete three credits for graduation requirements.
    Prerequisite: THT 110 (previously or concurrently) or instructor permission
    Offered: Fall, Spring
    Credit: 1
  

  • THT 308 - Women and the Theatre

    An exploration of the role, relationship and status of women in the institution of the theatre: throughout the ages. This course will provide an integrated view of the contributions of women to the theatre as well as examining the manner in which theatre reflects society’s view of women. Specific emphasis will be placed on women in the contemporary American and ethnic theatre.

    Prerequisite: THT 110 and upper division standing, or instructor permission.
    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 310 - Stage Lighting Design

    The principles and procedures of the design of lighting for stage productions is explored with the goal of developing ability to analyze lighting requirements, develop an approach or concept, select appropriate instruments, color and hanging positions, and to verbally and visually communicate designs at the highest levels of accepted practice.

    Prerequisite: THT 121 and 222, or instructor permission.
    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 312 - Theatre Sound

    Theatre Sound is an advanced course which includes the areas of sound design, sound system engineering, vocal reinforcement, and sound effects production.

    Prerequisite: THT 121 or instructor permission.
    Offered: Fall, Spring
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 314 - Theatrical Stage Properties

    This course explores the many types, uses, and purposes of stage properties in a theatrical production. These include furniture, set dressing, stage expendables, hand props, weaponry, and many more. Students will learn research, budgeting, fabrication, and other skills often required of a theatrical Property Master.
    Prerequisites: Upper division standing, or instructor permission.

    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 317 - Projection & Media Design

    An introduction to projection and media design. Students are introduced to the programs and practices at the foundation of the industry. They will learn in a hybrid environment which combines traditional lectures and practical application of learned skills. At appropriate milestones, students will be tasked with exercising skills learned in class to complete projects culminating in a full final design.

    Prerequisite: THT 222
    Offered: Not on a regular basis.
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 322 - Basic Scene Design

    Lecture and laboratory course dealing with the basic principles of scenic design as applied to stage settings, lighting, costumes and properties.

    Prerequisite: THT 120 and 222, or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 323 - Stagecraft 2

    As a continuation of THT 120, this course will include more advanced technical skills, problem solving, and project management. This course progresses from the hand drafting of THT 120 to an introduction to computer assisted drafting (CAD) through the use of AutoCAD.

    Prerequisite: THT 120; or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 324 - The Business of Show Business

    This course will explore the managerial aspects of theatrical production. Theoretical models and their practical applications will be examined using examples from actual productions. Topics will include organizational models, copyrights, contracts, taxes, funding, revenue sources and marketing.

    Prerequisite: THT 110 OR MGT 261.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 328 - Scene Painting

    The specialized area of theatrical scene painting is explored with emphasis on gaining basic skills in the traditional techniques utilized in painting scenery for the theatre. Students will gain practical experience by applying basic skills to the execution of paint on actual productions.

    Prerequisite: THT 222 OR 322, or permission of the instructor.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 330 - Advanced Character Development

    The actor’s technique is further developed through more in depth character analysis. Character creation and relationships will be explored more fully through applying more specific actions and intentions with the use of complex dramatic texts (Modern Contemporary).

     

    Prerequisite: THT 230; or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 333 - Stage Management

    An in-depth study of the role and responsibilities of the stage manager with emphasis on developing skills in the areas of organization and communication. Material will include examples from drama, musical, theatre, and opera. Reference will be made to procedures and regulations established by Actor’s Equity Association.

    Prerequisite: THT 110.
    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 334 - Dramaturgy

    The dramaturg is the contextual lifeblood of any production, offering support, research, and resistance to the director, stage management, and actors to improve the collaborative process. This course centers on the role of production dramaturg, with the opportunity to contribute directly to departmental mainstage productions. A heavily practical course, this course will task you with seizing on your own personal definition for dramaturgy as you provide production support, offer research, build contextual research repositories, and become an integral part of the production crew in rehearsal.

    Prerequisite: THT 234; or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis.
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 341 - Principles of Directing

    Responsibilities of the director in selecting the play, casting, stage-picturing, coaching actors, and conducting rehearsals and performances.

    Prerequisite: THT 130 or instructor permission.
    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 345 - Advanced Stage Make-up

    This course examines the advanced methods of make-up application for stage, film, and television. This includes life masks, the construction and use of prosthetic pieces, ventilation of mustaches and beards, wig fronts and wigs, as well as the care, maintenance, and styling of wigs.

    Prerequisite: THT 145 or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 351 - Costume Design

    The course explores techniques for designing from a script, sketching and rendering, research procedures, in-depth study of costumes and accessories from all pertinent historic periods.

    Prerequisite: THT 222or instructor permission.
    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 352 - Acting Shakespeare

    Shakespeare’s plays offer essential training for the actor. The texts explore a great range of human character through vital, active language rooted in a specific era yet connected to contemporary performance. The study is informed by an examination of the philosophic and cultural milieu that surrounded and influenced Shakespeare’s writing.

    Prerequisite: THT 230
    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 353 - Advanced Costume Construction

    An advanced study of the field of costuming, stressing production aspects exclusive of design, including: sewing skills, pattern drafting/draping/tailoring, manipulation of style lines, millinery, aging and fabric modification, and special construction techniques related to the area of costume construction.

    Prerequisite: THT 150; or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 359 - Costume and Culture

    This course examines in selected periods, how the manners, morals and artistic expression of a society, impact clothing and the adornment of the body. The course considers the political, social and cross-cultural influences that affect the development of fashion and the theatre.

    Prerequisite: Upper division standing or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 362 - Black Theatre History

    Prerequisite: Prerequisite: THT 110.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 364 - Western Theatre: Edification or Entertainment?

    This course will look at how theatre developed from Ancient Greece through the Renaissance. Students will learn about major theatrical genres, as well as significant trends in performance, directing, design, and technical elements. These developments will be examined alongside concurrent cultural, political, religious, and artistic shifts in western civilization.
    Prerequisites: Upper division standing

    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 365 - Theatre of India, China and Japan

    This course will involve a study of the traditional theatres of India, China and Japan, with an in-depth exploration of the traditional and contemporary theatre of Japan. Production and performance practices are placed in the larger context of the societies and cultures that they are a part of. These Eastern Theatres have influenced the direction and dynamics of 20th Century Theatre in the West. East-West fusion forms of theatre will also be studied.

    Prerequisite: Upper division standing or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 367 - Western Theatre II: Neoclassicism to the Present

    This course will look at the ways that theatre developed from the Neoclassical tradition to the present, along with the cultural events and environments surrounding that development. Students will learn about major theatrical genres, as well as significant trends in performance, directing, design, and technical elements.
    Prerequisites: Upper division standing

    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 381 - Advanced Movement

    This course is an extension of THT 181: Movement for the Actor. It is designed to deepen the student’s physical and mental awareness and use of the body for character exploration, development, and creative expression. The study of space as it relates to stage movement.

    Prerequisite: THT 181.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis.
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 399 - Independent Study

    Research or creative projects in theatre.

    Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 1 to 6
  

  • THT 410 - Advanced Stage Lighting Design

    Prerequisite: THT 310.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 430 - Period Styles for the Actor

    A play’s style - its look, sound and feel in performance - is created through an analysis of its language and structure in relation to the era when it was written. The student interprets character and inhabits the given circumstances of classical plays to reveal the “sensibility of a time.”

    Prerequisite: THT 230 or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 440 - Advanced Directing

    Advanced Directing augments the student’s repertoire of techniques in script analysis, staging and working with actors through a study of period style and heightened language texts. With an emphasis on the collaborative nature of theatre, the course explores the communication between the director and colleagues in production and design.

    Prerequisite: THT 341
    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 451 - Advanced Costume Design

    THT 451 continues to explore the research techniques, script analysis, sketching and rendering procedures and study of period costuming techniques introduced in THT 351. This course also teaches advanced research and design skills, design philosophy, computer designing, as well as the techniques necessary to move from design concept to finished costume.

    Prerequisite: THT 351 or instructor permission.
    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 470 - Seminar in Theatre Arts

    Special problems and studies of interest for advanced students. Subject is determined or supervised by the instructor. Seminar can be repeated up to 12 credits, but not towards the same learning outcomes.

    Note: Credit is variable for 1 to 3 hours, up to 12.
    Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
    Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • THT 473 - The Theatre of Comedy

    A study of the developing relationship between comic theory and theatrical presentation primarily in Western Civilization, but including comic performance traditions in Asia. Emphasis is on comic texts (plays) and the art of comic performance and the milieu that engendered them as well as the theatres for which they were written and which gave them life.

    Prerequisite: Upper division standing or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 490 - Studio I

    Based on meeting the student’s unique acting problems in a one to one student-teacher relationship.

    Note: Limited enrollment; weekly preparations.
    Prerequisite: Instructor permission
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 491 - Studio II

    Allowing the student a further opportunity to receive intensive one to one student teacher training in acting.

    Note: Limited enrollment; complex weekly preparation.
    Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 495 - Senior Seminar/Capstone Experience

    As part of the capstone experience for each graduating theatre major, THT 495 focuses on career and goal planning, resume and portfolio compilation as well as preparation for the audition/interview process for graduate school and professional work. THT 495 also provides a structure in which the student plans the Capstone Project. The project may involve a performance/acting recital, a directing or dramaturgy project, a design (costume, scenery, lighting, sound, make-up) technical direction or stage management. This culminating experience is an opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge gained in the discipline at an intense level during the senior year.

    Prerequisite: Senior standing or instructor permission.
    Offered: Fall, Spring
    Credit: 3
  

  • THT 498 - Internship

    A course designed for students who wish to take part in a semester-long EXCEL Program placement related to the theatre. Students will work in a full-time position in a theatre setting for the purpose of testing academic learning in a work situation.

    Note: Variable credit 0 to 12, may be repeated three times for a total of 15 credits.
    Prerequisite: Acceptance in the EXCEL Program,upper division standing, a minimum 2.5 GPA, and permission of the Theatre Department.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
  

  • THT 499 - Independent Study

    Research or creative projects in theatre.

    Prerequisite: Instructor permission
    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 1 to 6

Zoology
  

  • ZOO 305 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    Structure and functions of the human organism, including cells, tissues, organs, and skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and the special senses.

    Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 203 OR 213, or instructor permission.
    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 4
  

  • ZOO 306 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    Structure and functions of the human organism. Circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, and endocrine systems; fluid and electrolyte balance; acid-base balance.

    Prerequisite: ZOO 305 or instructor permission.
    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 4
  

  • ZOO 312 - Captive Wildlife Management

    An introduction to managing wildlife in captive settings. Discussion topics may include housing and husbandry, behavior, small population management, animal welfare, legislation, and the role of captive wildlife management in conservation, research, recreation, and education.

    Prerequisite: BIO 220 or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis.
    Credit: 3
  

  • ZOO 325 - Animal Behavior

    This course will teach students how to use the tools of evolutionary biology to make sense of how and why animals do the things they do. 

     

    Prerequisite: BIO 220 or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis.
    Credit: 4
  

  • ZOO 330 - Invertebrate Zoology

    Systematics, morphology, physiology and natural history of invertebrates.

    Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 4
  

  • ZOO 340 - Vertebrate Zoology

    Structure, function, systematics, and natural history of vertebrates.

    Prerequisite: BIO 220; or instructor permission.
    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 4
  

  • ZOO 360 - Animal Physiology

    A course that focuses on the fundamental principles of how animals carry out their daily life functions. The relationships between the molecular, chemical, physical, and evolutionary mechanisms that underlie the physiological mechanisms are stressed.

    Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213 and CHE 111, or instructor permission.
    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 4
  

  • ZOO 370 - Comparative Anatomy

    Anatomy of representative fish, amphibia, and mammals and their evolutionary development.

    Prerequisite: BIO 220; or instructor permission.
    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 4
  

  • ZOO 373 - Animal Development

    A lecture and laboratory course emphasizing the principles of development.  Areas of focus include understanding molecular and cellular developmental mechanisms from fertilization of the egg to the formation of organs and organ systems.

    Prerequisite: BIO 315 and BIO 316
    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 4
  

  • ZOO 374 - Field Ornithology

    Comprehensive field study of the taxonomy, ecology, and behavior of birds in northeastern ecosystems. Emphasis will be placed on field observation, identification, and census techniques.

    Prerequisite: BIO 120; or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis.
    Credit: 3
  

  • ZOO 375 - Entomology

    Systematics, morphology, physiology, and natural history of insects.

    Prerequisite: BIO 120.
    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 3
  

  • ZOO 376 - Ornithology (Biology of Birds)

    Study of the ecology, behavior, taxonomy, populations, and breeding biology of birds in the central New York region. Lecture-laboratory field trips.

    Prerequisite: BIO 220; or instructor permission.
    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 3
  

  • ZOO 378 - Aquatic Entomology

    Survey and identification of regional lake and stream insects with additional emphasis on life-history strategies and community ecology. Insect anatomy, physiology, ecology, importance in aquatic ecosystem functioning, and utility as biomonitors of environmental change will also be addressed in lecture and laboratory.

    Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • ZOO 384 - Mammalogy

    A systematic survey of the Class Mammalia emphasizing characteristics distinguishing the major groups; reviews of reproduction, physiology, and other aspects of mammalian biology; and reviews of recent research in mammalogy.

    Prerequisite: BIO 220; or instructor permission.
    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 4
  

  • ZOO 387 - Herpetology

    The course surveys the anatomy, ecology, evolutionary history, systematics, diversity, and conservation of non-avian reptiles and amphibians.

    Prerequisite: BIO 220; or instructor permission
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • ZOO 389 - Animal Ecology

    An overview of animal ecology including biodiversity, habitat selection, species interactions, current conservation topics, behavioral strategies, eco-evolutionary dynamics and modern field techniques. Laboratory with field component is required.

    Prerequisite: BIO 220 or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 4
  

  • ZOO 390 - Wildlife Techniques

    An experiential introduction to contemporary field, laboratory, and computer techniques used in wildlife science, management, and conservation.

    Note: Lecture 3 credit, Lab 0 credit.
    Prerequisite: BIO 120
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • ZOO 399 - Independent Study

    Student investigation into specific areas of zoology. Prerequisites: nine hours in biological sciences, permission of the department, and satisfactory fulfillment of College requirements for independent study courses.

    Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
    Offered: Spring
    Credit: 1 to 3
  

  • ZOO 405 - Limnology

    A study of the physical, chemical and geological factors that influence biological productivity of inland waters. Field trips are taken to nearby lakes and streams where students in teams measure various physical and chemical parameters and take biological samples. Laboratory analysis of these samples is undertaken throughout the semester so that the results of the various trips can be compared.

    Prerequisite: Twelve hours of biological sciences, including BIO 320, or instructor permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Credit: 3
  

  • ZOO 440 - Ichthyology (Biology of Fishes)

    Morphology, physiology, behavior and ecology  of freshwater and marine fishes. Laboratory  includes study of morphological adaptations, practice in identification of local species, and field studies.

    Prerequisite: Twelve hours of biological sciences including BIO 220; or instructor permission.
    Offered: Fall
    Credit: 3
  

  • ZOO 451 - Human Osteology

    Dead men do tell tales. In this course, students gain an in-depth knowledge of human skeletal anatomy (osteology), which is crucial for work in bioarchaeology, forensics, anatomy, medicine and more. Anthropometric methods will be demonstrated to estimate age-at-death, sex, stature, and ancestry and medico-legal and archaeological applications will be outlined.

    Prerequisite: Upper division standing and ANT 280 or 354, or BIO 203, or ZOO 305, or ZOO 340, or ZOO 370; or instructor permission.
    Equivalent Course: ANT 451
    Offered: Not on a regular basis.
    Credit: 4
  

  • ZOO 498 - Internship in Zoology

    This course is designed for students who wish to participate in a specific internship related to the field of zoology.

    Note: A maximum of six credit hours of the internship can be applied toward the major. Variable credit 1 to 12, repeatable for a total of 12 credits.
    Prerequisite: Upper division standing, a minimum 2.5 GPA, and instructor and department permission.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
 

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