THEA-255: Lighting

School
Liberal Arts
Division
Fine & Performing Arts
Department
Theater
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Theatre
Course Number
255
Course Title
Lighting
Credit Hours
3.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Pre-requisites
Eligible to take ENG courses at HFC.
Catalog Course Description

Examines the processes, techniques, and principles involved in lighting the stage, studio, and location.  Discusses the properties and uses of light, color media, and stage lighting equipment. Also offers the opportunity to participate in the stage lighting of an HFC theatre production.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. Physics of Light.

    Describe the physical properties of light.

  2. Physics of Color.

    Describe the physical properties of color and color combination for light.

  3. Mechanics of Lighting Instruments.

    Identify the types and parts of major lighting instruments.

  4. Using Accessories, Equipment, Materials, and Supplies.

    Demonstrate the application of accessories, equipment, materials, and supplies.

  5. Lighting Plots.

    Construct a light plot. Read a light plot.

  6. Gels, Hanging, and Focusing.

    Hang, focus, and gel from a light plot.

  7. Lighting Board

    Program a computerized board in basic cues.

Assessment and Requirements

Assessment of Academic Achievement
  1. A midterm exam
  2. A final exam
  3. A play review
  4. A research paper
Texts

Required course materials are located in the department.

Outcomes

Satisfies Wellness Requirement
No
Effective Term
Winter 2022