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Theatre and Event Technology Certificate
The Theatre Department at CCA is dedicated to providing our students the opportunity to explore their theatrical voice and culture though unique and cutting-edge techniques designed to investigate the possibilities of the "New American Theatre." Each class and production pushes the envelope and incorporates a modern approach to theatre - always asking - how can we tell a story in ways it hasn't been done before and how can we make theatre relevant to who we are as a community? We hope you will join us on our quest and ignite your passion for the theatre!
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Program Level Outcomes (PLOs)
Statements which articulate, in measurable terms, what students should know and be able to demonstrate as a result of and at the conclusion of a program. PLOs communicate program goals explicitly and foster transfer of responsibility for learning from faculty to students.
A student who obtains a certificate in Theatre and Event Technology from the Community College of Aurora will demonstrate the following abilities:
- The ability to recognize and properly employ industry standard practices and terminology within theatre and live events.
- Employ standard terminology applicable to the theatre and live event industries.
- Apply the principles of lighting and audio design through the operation of relevant software and equipment.
- Prepare an event space that includes LED and automated lighting fixtures, digital sound and projection equipment.
- Demonstrate knowledge of safety standards in the shop and event spaces.
- Apply the fundamentals of carpentry and decor in the theatre and live event industries.
A student who obtains an AA Degree with Designation in Theatre from the Community College of Aurora will demonstrate the following abilities:
- Recognize the collaborative relationship between varying production elements.
- Articulate, through a lens of diversity and inclusion, the historical contexts of United States and World theatre and how they apply to theatre today.
- Apply knowledge of theatrical elements to a theatre performance or live event.
- Engage in critical thinking and problem solving as they apply to work on theatrical productions.
- Develop self-confidence and creative expression through studying the elements of theatre.
- Interpret various works of theatrical art.
- Critically evaluate various works of theatrical art.
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