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Professional Statistics This project-based course emphasizes written, visual, and oral communication of statistical results and conclusions. An introduction to statistical consulting is also provided. Additional topics include introductions to statistical methodologies in industry and aspects of careers in statistics. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: STAT 420 or STAT 425 (completion preferred, but may be taken concurrently) or consent of instructor. | STAT 443 |
Data Science Programming Methods The field of data science is revolutionizing science and industries. Work across many fields is becoming more data driven, affecting available jobs and required skills. Increasing amounts of data, along with novel ways of analyzing them, lead the economy as well as society and daily life to become more data-dependent. This course aims to provide the principal foundations to working with data at scale. We will cover shell programming, git version control, SQL basics, a lot of R, and some more advanced topics such as Docker and some C++. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. | STAT 447 |
Advanced Data Analysis Several of the most widely used techniques of data analysis are discussed with an emphasis on statistical computing. Topics include linear regression, analysis of variance, generalized linear models, and analysis of categorical data. In addition, an introduction to data mining is provided considering classification, model building, decision trees, and cluster analysis. Same as CSE 448. 4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: STAT 400 or STAT 409, and credit for or concurrent registration in STAT 410. | STAT 448 |
Big Data Analytics Examines current topics and techniques for efficiently and effectively managing and analyzing large-scale data. The course focuses on applications of advanced statistical analysis in data science for massive data sets. Topics include current best practices and technologies for implementation such as parallel and distributed processing, distributed storage techniques, and modern computational frameworks such as cloud computing. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: (STAT 440 or STAT 447) and (STAT 420 or STAT 425); or permission of the instructor. | STAT 480 |
Mathematical Statistics Provides a graduate level foundation in fundamental mathematical statistics topics including order statistics, exponential families, sufficiency, Rao-Blackwell theorem, Cramer-Rao lower bound, point estimation, hypothesis testing and interval estimation, likelihood and Bayesian methods, and large-sample asymptotics. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: STAT 410. | STAT 510 |
Advanced Mathematical Statistics Provides an advanced introduction to rigorous mathematical foundations of statistical inference, covering topics such as distribution theory, point estimation theory, interval estimation, theory of hypothesis testing, and decision theory. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: Familiarity with probability theory and statistics at the level of STAT 410. For Graduate Students Only. | STAT 511 |
Topics in Computational Statistics Various topics in computational statistics, such as optimization, Monte Carlo methods, Bayesian computation, and machine learning. Same as CSE 525. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. May be repeated if topics vary. Prerequisite: STAT 425, STAT 426, and STAT 510 or 511; or consent of instructor. | STAT 525 |
Advanced Regression Analysis An advanced introduction to regression analysis with applications to analysing data from disciplines such as biostatistics and economics. The course will introduce classical as well as modern regression methods and goes into the depths of those techniques to understand the motivation, justification, implementation of those methods. An emphasis will be given to understand the statistical properties of those methods along with their practical advantages and limitations. Both theoretical and applied aspects of regression analysis will be discussed. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: STAT 410, STAT 510 or STAT 511 (concurrent enrollment is sufficient), and knowledge of R. For Graduate Students Only. | STAT 527 |
Statistical Learning Modern techniques of predictive modeling, classification, and clustering are discussed. Examples of these are linear regression, nonparametric regression, kernel methods, regularization, cluster analysis, classification trees, neural networks, boosting, discrimination, support vector machines, and model selection. Applications are discussed as well as computation and theory. Same as ASRM 551 and CSE 542. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: STAT 410 and STAT 425. | STAT 542 |
Theory of Probability II Same as MATH 562. See MATH 562. | STAT 552 |
Probability and Measure I Measures and probabilities; integration and expectation; convergence theorems and inequalities for integrals and expectations; independence; convergence in probability, almost surely, and mean; Three Series Theorem; laws of large numbers. Prerequisite: MATH 447 or consent of instructor. | STAT 553 |
Applied Stochastic Processes Same as MATH 564. See MATH 564. | STAT 555 |
Advanced Time Series Analysis This is a graduate-level course on time series analysis, with an emphasis on nonlinear and multivariate time series. Topics include: linear time series, nonlinear time series, continuous-time models, multivariate and high-dimensional models. Students will learn how to build adequate models, perform statistical estimation and inference, conduct prediction, and related topics. Students will also learn some basic mathematical tools (such as Markov chains, martingales, stochastic calculus, concentration inequalities, etc.) for theoretically analyzing large-sample properties of general nonlinear random processes. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: STAT 429 or equivalent. | STAT 556 |
Risk Modeling and Analysis Same as MATH 563. See MATH 563. | STAT 558 |
Multivariate Analysis Inference in multivariate statistical populations emphasizing the multivariate normal distribution; derivation of tests, estimates, and sampling distributions; and examples from the natural and social sciences. Prerequisite: STAT 410 and MATH 415, or consent of instructor. | STAT 571 |
Individual Study and Research Directed reading and research. Approved for letter and S/U grading. May be repeated with approval. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. | STAT 590 |
STAT Internship Supervised, off-campus experience in a field in which statistical science plays an important role. Approved for letter and S/U grading. Prerequisite: STAT 425 and consent of instructor. | STAT 593 |
Thesis Research Approved for S/U grading only. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. | STAT 599 |
Elementary Swahili I Beginning standard Swahili; emphasizes grammar, pronunciation, reading and conversation in standard Swahili. Same as AFST 231. Participation in language laboratory required. | SWAH 201 |
Intermediate Swahili I Second-year Swahili with emphasis on developing conversational fluency; some readings on Swahili culture and customs. Same as AFST 433. 4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: One year of Swahili. | SWAH 403 |
Advanced Swahili I Third-year Swahili with emphasis on conversational fluency and on increased facility in reading Swahili texts, including current newspaper prose and (East) African culture materials. Same as AFST 435. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: SWAH 404 or equivalent. | SWAH 405 |
Mechanics in the Modern World Introduction to engineering mechanics and its role in modern engineering analysis and design. Project activity. | TAM 195 |
Undergraduate Open Seminar May be repeated. | TAM 199 |
Mechanics for Technol & Mgmt Engineering mechanics (statics, dynamics, solid mechanics, and fluid mechanics) and the role that mechanics plays in engineering analysis and design. For Technology and Management majors only. | TAM 201 |
Introduction to Statics Forces, moments, couples; resultants of force systems; equilibrium analysis and free-body diagrams; analysis of forces acting on members of trusses, frames, etc.; shear-force and bending-moment distributions; Coulomb friction; centroids and center of mass; applications of statics in design. Credit is not given for both TAM 210 and TAM 211. Prerequisite: PHYS 211; credit or concurrent registration in either MATH 241 OR MATH 257. | TAM 210 |
Statics Forces, moments, and couples; resultants of force systems; equilibrium analysis and free-body diagrams; analysis of forces acting on members of trusses, frames, etc.; shear-force and bending-moment distributions; Coulomb friction; centroids, center of mass, moment of inertia, polar moment of inertia, and product of inertia; virtual work; hydrostatic pressure; applications of statics in design. Credit is not given for both TAM 211 and TAM 210. Prerequisite: PHYS 211; credit or concurrent registration in either MATH 241 OR MATH 257. | TAM 211 |
Introductory Dynamics Kinematics and dynamics of the three-dimensional motion of particles; kinematics and dynamics of the plane motion of rigid bodies; methods of work energy and impulse momentum; moving reference frames. Prerequisite: TAM 210 or TAM 211. | TAM 212 |
Introductory Solid Mechanics Relationship between internal stresses and deformations produced by external forces acting on deformable bodies, and design principles based on mechanics of solids: normal stresses, shear stresses, and deformations produced by tensile, compressive, torsional, and bending loading of members; beam deflections; elastic energy and impact; multi-dimensional stress states; buckling of columns. Prerequisite: TAM 210 or TAM 211. | TAM 251 |
Design for Manufacturability Same as ME 270. See ME 270. | TAM 270 |
Introductory Independent Study Independent study and/or individual projects related to engineering mechanics. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credit hours for letter grade; no limit for S/U grade mode. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. | TAM 297 |
Behavior of Materials Same as CEE 300. See CEE 300. | TAM 324 |
Introductory Fluid Mechanics Fluid statics; continuity, momentum, and energy principles via control volumes; ideal and real fluid flow; introduction to the Navier-Stokes equation; similitude; laminar and turbulent boundary layers; closed-conduit flow, open-channel flow, and turbomachinery. Credit is not given for both TAM 335 and either ME 310 or CEE 331. Prerequisite: TAM 212. | TAM 335 |
Fund of Engrg Acoustics Same as ECE 473. See ECE 473. | TAM 413 |
Introduction to Nonlinear Dynamics and Vibrations Single- and multi-degree-of-freedom oscillators; asymptotic methods; forced, internal and combination resonances; time-discrete dynamical systems (maps); complex dynamics; parametric vibrations and resonances; introduction to nonlinear localization and nonlinear targeted energy transfer; nonlinear vibrations of elastic continua; application in mechanics and engineering. Same as AE 452. 4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: TAM 412, ME 340, or AE 352. | TAM 416 |
Mechanics of Structural Metals Micromechanisms at the atomic, single-crystal, and polycrystal levels and their use in explaining the deformation and failure characteristics of metals; elastic deformation, dislocation mechanics, plastic deformation and strengthening mechanisms, fracture mechanics and fracture mechanisms, fatigue, and creep; design criteria; special topics. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 or 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CEE 300 or ME 330. | TAM 424 |
Intermediate Fluid Mechanics Analytical solution methods for problems involving ideal and real fluids: potential flow theory, boundary-layer theory; surface waves, vortex dynamics, and compressible flows. 4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: One of AE 312, ME 310, TAM 335. | TAM 435 |
Intermediate Solid Mechanics Analysis of stress and strain (definitions, transformation of axes, equilibrium equations, and symmetry of the stress tensor); linear materials, Hooke's law; strain energy, potential energy, energy principles and methods; two-dimensional problems in elasticity (torsion, axisymmetric problems); the finite-element method for two- and three-dimensional boundary-value problems in linear elasticity; plasticity (introduction, yield criteria, elastic-plastic behavior, and limit-load calculations); linear-elastic fracture mechanics (introduction, Griffith's approach, stress intensity factor, and energy release rate). 4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: TAM 251. | TAM 451 |
Computational Mechanics Modercomputational mechanics: mappings and iterative methods; stability; convergence; consistency; numerical and symbolic solutions of ordinary and partial differential equations; finite-difference methods; the finite-element method; spectral methods. Applications to problems in solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, and dynamics. Same as CSE 450. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 or 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CS 101; MATH 285 OR MATH 286 OR MATH 441. | TAM 470 |
Independent Study Individual studies in any area of theoretical and applied mechanics. 1 to 3 undergraduate hours. No graduate credit. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours in separate terms as topics vary. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. Students with Junior or Senior standing. | TAM 497 |
Seminar Lectures and discussion on current topics in theoretical and applied mechanics. Approved for S/U grading only. | TAM 500 |
Viscoelasticity Theory Same as AE 529. See AE 529. | TAM 529 |
Inviscid Flow Dynamics of fluids in the limit of zero viscosity: governing equations of motion, kinematics, and vorticity transport; general theory of irrotational flow, including two-dimensional potential flow, the complex potential, and three-dimensional potential flow; applications to thin airfoil theory and free streamline theory; inviscid flows with vorticity; vortex dynamics; water wave theory; aspects of inviscid compressible flow. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: MATH 285 OR MATH 286 OR MATH 441; TAM 435. | TAM 531 |
Experimental Fluid Mechanics Methods and techniques for measurement and analysis of data used in experimental fluid mechanics: signal processing, electronics, and electro-optics; fluid mechanical properties; experimental signal processing; random data and signal analysis; analog and digital data processing; dynamic similarity, self-preservation; pressure measurement, thermal anemometry, and laser-Doppler velocimetry; flow visualization, particle-image velocimetry. Prerequisite: TAM 531 or TAM 532. | TAM 537 |
Fluid Mechanics Seminar Weekly seminar on current research topics in turbulent and other complex flows: theoretical modeling, numerical analysis, computational techniques, and experimental investigations. Approved for S/U grading only. | TAM 539 |
Mathematical Methods I Vector and tensor algebra and complex-variable methods; ordinary differential equations, qualitative questions of existence and uniqueness; analytic solution methods, numerical methods, power-series solution and special functions; eigenvalue problems, Green's functions, Laplace transforms, stability of solutions; engineering applications drawn from mechanics. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: MATH 285 OR MATH 286 OR MATH 441; TAM 251. | TAM 541 |
Advanced Continuum Mechanics Unified treatment of modern continuum mechanics: mathematical preliminaries; review of kinematics and general balance laws; general theory of mechanical constitutive equations, including material constraints and material symmetry. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: TAM 445 OR TAM 551. | TAM 545 |
Asymptotic Methods Advanced methods of perturbation theory and asymptotic analysis, with examples drawn from classical dynamics, fluid mechanics, and wave propagation: asymptotics of integrals, singular perturbation theory (boundary layers, matched asymptotic expansions, and composite expansions), multiple scales, summation of series; special topics. Prerequisite: MATH 446 and TAM 541. | TAM 549 |
Solid Mechanics I Mechanics of elastic deformable bodies, based on the fundamental concepts of modern continuum mechanics: kinematics, balance laws, constitutive equations; classical small-deformation theory; formulation of initial boundary-value problems of linear elastodynamics and boundary-value problems of linear elastostatics; variational formulations, minimum principles; applications of theory to engineering problems. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: MATH 285 OR MATH 286 OR MATH 441. | TAM 551 |
Advanced Independent Study Analytical, experimental, or computational studies in one or more areas of theoretical and applied mechanics, including solid mechanics, behavior of materials, fluid mechanics, dynamics, applied mathematics, and computational science and engineering. May be repeated. (Summer session, 1 to 4 hours). Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. | TAM 597 |
Advanced Special Topics Subject offerings of new and developing areas of knowledge in theoretical and applied mechanics intended to augment the existing curriculum. See Class Schedule or departmental course information for topics and prerequisites. May be repeated in the same or separate terms if topics vary to a maximum of 12 hours. | TAM 598 |
Thesis Research Approved for S/U grading only. May be repeated. | TAM 599 |
Introduction to Innovation, Leadership and Engineering Entrepreneurship Students will learn about innovation, identify key attributes of innovation leadership, and practice innovation leadership personally and professionally. Students will identify opportunities and work in teams to address them, practicing leadership and followership and honing their written and verbal presentation skills. Students also complete a personal plan for continuing to develop their innovation leadership skills. Open to all majors. | TE 100 |
Communicating and Presenting in Engineering Same as ENG 110. See ENG 110. | TE 110 |
Special Topics Subject offerings of innovation, creativity, technology and entrepreneurship intended to augment the existing curriculum. See class schedule or departmental course information for topics and prerequisites. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. May be repeated in the same or separate terms if topics vary. Subject offerings of innovation, creativity, technology and entrepreneurship intended to augment the existing curriculum. See Class Schedule or college course information for topics and prerequisites. Course Information: Approved for Letter and S/U grading. May be repeated in the same or separate terms if topics vary. | TE 198 |
Introduction to Innovation Fundamental concepts of entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation will be explored within the context of new and existing businesses. Creative thinking and inventive problem solving will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Restricted to Innovation LLC students. | TE 200 |
Design Thinking/Need-Finding Same as ARTD 230. See ARTD 230. | TE 230 |
From Idea to Enterprise Examines the fundamentals of technology entrepreneurship and addresses critical areas of the entrepreneurial process such as: problem and solution identification; validation of product-market fit; market assessment; team formation; product development; intellectual property; financing a technology-based startup. This class combines lecture, discussion & case studies, and is built around a hands-on group project leveraging the lean startup methodology from the National Science Foundation I-Corps program. The class is intended for all students of all disciplines interested in technology entrepreneurship. | TE 250 |
Creativity, Innovation, Vision Personal creativity enhancement via exploration of the nature of creativity, how creativity works, and how to envision what others may not. Practice of techniques and processes to enhance personal and group creativity and to nurture a creative lifestyle. Application to a major term project providing the opportunity to move an idea, product, process or service from vision to reality. | TE 333 |
Lectures in Engineering Entrepreneurship Fundamental concepts of entrepreneurship and commercialization of new technology in new and existing businesses. Guest speaker topics vary, but typically include: evaluation of technologies and business ideas in genera; commercializing new technologies; financing through private and public sources; legal issues; product development; marketing; international business issues. May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of 2 hours, if topics vary; instructor approval required. Prerequisite: For undergraduate students only. | TE 360 |
Developing Breakthrough Projects Project-based exploration with teams of students working together in a large innovation and entrepreneurial context. Encourage development of innovative, leadership, and entrepreneurial skill sets, including financing, marketing, sales, operations, business plans, and management. 1 to 4 undergraduate hours. 1 to 4 graduate hours. May be repeated. | TE 401 |
Engineering City Scholars Fundamental concepts in entrepreneurship and data visualization for Chicago’s local economy. Guest speaker topics vary but typically include: product design cycles across leading Chicago industries, challenges and impacts of growing and scaling businesses in the local economy, effects of regulation on Chicago businesses, market impacts on financing, and more. Students will explore how consistent engineering problems appear across multiple sectors of Chicago’s economy and use data provided by the City of Chicago to analyze trends in Chicago’s innovation ecosystem. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of 6 undergraduate or graduate hours. Prerequisite: Restricted to Engineering City Scholars and Chicago MCS students. | TE 440 |
Startups: Incorporation, Funding, Contracts, & Intellectual Property Explores how legal tools may be used in the construction and successful operation of your company to deliver the next great product to market. Topics covered in the class include: issues with business formation, funding, intellectual property, non-disclosure agreements, contracts, and other corporate legal issues particularly impacting startups. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. | TE 450 |
Lectures in Engineering Entrepreneurship Fundamental concepts of entrepreneurship and commercialization of new technology in new and existing engineering and high-tech businesses. Guest speaker topics vary, but typically include: evaluation of technologies and business ideas in general; commercializing new technologies; financing through private and public sources; legal issues; product development; marketing; international business issues. 1 undergraduate hour. 1 graduate hour. May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of 2 hours, if topics vary; instructor approval required. Credit is not given for both TE 360 and TE 460. | TE 460 |
Technology Entrepreneurship Critical factors affecting technology-based ventures: opportunity assessment; the entrepreneurial process; founders and team building; preparation of a business plan including market research, marketing and sales, finance, and manufacturing considerations. Students must have an idea for a new venture to participate in the course, and must be prepared to develop this new venture idea as part of the course. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. | TE 461 |
High-Tech Venture Marketing Cornerstone marketing concepts for innovators and engineers to enable analysis of products and technologies from a marketing perspective: engineering product development and adoption life cycle; objectives and strategies; marketing management; communication skills; sales process and tactics; special considerations for new high-tech engineering products and innovations. 2 undergraduate hours. 2 graduate hours. Credit is not given for both TE 466 and BADM 365. | TE 466 |
Special Topics III Subject offerings of innovation, creativity, technology and entrepreneurship intended to augment the existing curriculum. See class schedule or departmental course information for topics and prerequisites. 1 to 4 undergraduate hours. 1 to 4 graduate hours. May be repeated in the same or separate term if topics vary. | TE 498 |
Advanced Creativity Exploration of concepts and theories in creativity and innovation with application of techniques and processes in order to enhance creativity skills. Emphasis on personalized learning objectives based on individual fields of study culminating in a major project with the opportunity to move a technical idea from vision to reality. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. | TE 510 |
Technol Innovation & Strategy Concepts and frameworks for analyzing how firms can create, commercialize and capture value from technology-based products and services. Business, commercialization, and management aspects of technology. Emphasis on reasons that existing firms or startups which have successfully commercialized products or services fail to sustain their success as technology changes and evolves. 2 graduate hours. No professional credit. | TE 565 |
Finance for Engineering Mgmt Cornerstone financial concepts for engineering management to enable analysis of engineering projects from a financial perspective: income statements; the balance sheet; cash flow statements; corporate organization; the time value of money; net present value; discounted cash flow analysis; portfolio theory. 2 graduate hours. No professional credit. | TE 566 |
Venture Funded Startups Concepts, tools, and language used by venture capitalists (VCs). Venture-scale opportunity assessment and articulation; venture capital financing and valuation; deal structure; term sheets; financial plans for startups; customer development and marketing; product iterations; sales execution. 1 graduate hour. No professional credit. Prerequisite: TE 566. | TE 567 |
Special Topics IV Subject offerings of innovation, creativity, technology and entrepreneurship intended to augment the existing curriculum. See class schedule or departmental course information for topics and prerequisites. May be repeated in the same or separate terms for unlimited graduate hours if topics vary. | TE 598 |
Practicum I Practical work in the design, construction, and handling of scenery, lighting, sound, properties, costumes, and makeup for public performance. A minimum of forty hours of production activity to be arranged for each credit hour. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor required for non-theatre majors. | THEA 100 |
Introduction to Theatre Arts Introduction to the arts of theater for non-majors, including acting, design, directing, dramaturgy, and playwriting, together with a survey of theatrical history, minority theater, and plays by women. Attendance at Department of Theater productions (ticket fee required). Credit not given for both THEA 101 and THEA 102. | THEA 101 |
Broadway Musicals A cultural context of the uniquely "American" Broadway musical through an introduction to the art form, an analysis of the pertinent time period, and historical and critical placement of the work as a reflection (and development) of the identity of the United States. This course will introduce the collaborative artistry of the musical, survey specific iconic works, and explore the socio-economic impacts of the Broadway musical. Attendance at selected performances is required. | THEA 110 |
BFA Production Seminar A seminar class for undergraduate theatre majors in the following 6 concentrations: Lighting Design and Technology; Sound Design and Technology; Costume Design and Technology; Scenic Design; Scenic Technology; Arts and Entertainment Technology. The course provides an opportunity for students studying technical and design aspects of live performance to investigate topics in production and/or design as related to their particular field of study. Course activities vary per section but include analysis of production and design approaches/techniques, skills development and practice, and reviews of student and professional production work. The course provides an open, collaborative environment that allows for all students to participate in the exchange of ideas, promote analytical thinking, and to work with principles that may be applied to practical production and design scenarios. Guests artists and special topics may be included. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 hours in separate semesters. Credit is not given for THEA 119 if credit for the corresponding section of THEA 199 has been given. Prerequisite: Restricted to BFA Theatre students in the following 6 concentrations: Lighting Design and Technology; Sound Design and Technology; Costume Design and Technology; Scenic Design; Scenic Technology; Arts and Entertainment Technology. | THEA 119 |
Theatre Foundations: Performance Practical exploration of the foundations of performance for Theatre Majors with emphasis on ensemble building, self-expression, performance of "self," acting explorations, script analysis, and professional standards. Attendance at Department of Theatre productions required. Prerequisite: Restricted to BFA Theatre Majors Only. | THEA 121 |
Theatre Foundations: Production Provides an overview of historical and contemporary production practices focused on designing, building and managing a theatrical performance. Students will consider what performance production means within its social and historical context and develop a theatrical vocabulary essential to participating in the production process and in conducting research into production practices. Credit is not given for both THEA 103 and THEA 123. Prerequisite: BFA Theatre Majors Only. | THEA 123 |
Stagecraft Studies and training in the materials, techniques, and processes used while executing scenery for the theatre. Includes both classroom lectures and practical laboratory work in the Krannert Center Scene Shop. Prerequisite: THEA 103. | THEA 126 |
Introduction to Theatre Sound Exploration of audio production techniques, software, and equipment as related to theatrical sound. Students will actively engage in recording, script analysis, sound effect creation, utilization of playback software and other audio equipment. This course is specifically for undergraduate students. Prerequisite: For Undergraduate students only. | THEA 153 |
Fundamentals of Acting I Study of the methods of acting, with emphasis on basic acting techniques; role of character in relation to the play as a whole, the play's internal and emotional values, and their interpretation through voice and action. | THEA 170 |
Undergraduate Open Seminar Approved for letter and S/U grading. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours. | THEA 199 |
Practicum II This course is designed for students to acquire an introductory understanding of technical theatre roles, learn new skills and apply new knowledge in a hands-on, experiential learning setting. Students will work on a live performance project in a supporting position on productions of varying scope and scale to both gain an opportunity to practice new skills and an opportunity to learn more about the various areas of technical theater production. Practicum II serves as a foundational course for students in the design, technical or management areas who are progressing to more advanced study in technical theatre and are preparing for roles as lead or assistant designers, artisans, engineers and managers. Practicum II roles include serving as crew leaders, assistants and run crew for various resident productions at Krannert Center and as technical leads and crew in various Krannert Center shops. The course supports practical work in the student's area of concentration by continued emphasis in backstage technical work for public performance. A minimum of forty hours of production activity to be arranged for each credit hour. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours. | THEA 200 |
Introduction to Playwriting Practical course in writing for the stage, including a study of basic dramatic construction, focusing on structure, style, and imagination, culminating in a final project of a ten-minute play. Creative writing prompts and individual ideas will be the inspiration for weekly writing assignments. Prerequisite: THEA 208 or consent of instructor. | THEA 211 |
Intro to Social Issues Theatre An introductory exploration/survey of the rich histories, theories, and practices of community-based and social issues theatre. Through discussion, participation, lecture, and performance, representative works, movement, and artists will be explored. Lively connections will be made to an array of social issues in today's world. Same as GWS 218. | THEA 218 |
Survey of Theatrical Design Survey of design elements in theatrical production including the function of scenery, costuming, lighting, and sound in conveying directorial concepts, style, and dramatic meaning. Intended for students not concentrating on theatrical design, this course requires both theoretical and practical projects. Prerequisite: THEA 122 OR THEA 208, or consent of instructor. | THEA 220 |
Scenographic Drafting Lecture/Studio course focused on the basic skills of creating scenographic drafting for theatrical stage productions. Lectures will introduce students to underlying concepts of two-dimensional representation of three-dimensional space. Studio time develops traditional hand drafting and computer aided drafting techniques. Prerequisite: THEA 125 or permission of instructor. | THEA 225 |
Introduction to Costume Production This course goes beyond the design process and delves into the next steps of moving a designed show through a costume shop. Students will obtain a basic knowledge of the role of costumer as well as organizational techniques and costume construction skills. | THEA 242 |
Introduction to Costume Design Introduces the principles and terminology used in the process of designing costumes for the stage. Class assignments will develop skills in costume design and focus on specific elements of design, variety, characterization, and stylization. Assignments and projects will emphasize different aspects of costume design, focusing on research, character exploration and visual concept, as well as learning practical aspects of production: use of fabric and crafts, costume construction, paper work, and effective communication skills in design presentations. | THEA 243 |
Relationships in Acting I Behavior in stage performance explored on the basis of the actor's relationship with self, with objects, and with other players; emphasizes analysis of playscript to discover action, environment, and relationships. Prerequisite: THEA 175 or consent of instructor. | THEA 270 |
Voice and Movement I Fundamental development of vocal production as connected to body awareness and movement for the actor. Various exercised, conditioning, and training methods are used. Prerequisite: THEA 175 or consent of instructor. | THEA 271 |
Practicum III The objective of this course is for students to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of theatre design/technology/management, acting or theatre studies – and implement acquired skills and apply acquired knowledge in a hands-on, experiential learning setting progressing toward more independent work at a larger scope and scale. Students work on a live performance project in a lead position on a smaller scale production or as an assistant on a large or small scale production such as: Designer or Assistant Designer, Technical Director, Assistant Technical Director, Stage Manager, Assistant Stage Manager, Scenic Charge, Crafts Head, Stage Carpenter, Actor, Dramaturg or Assistant Dramaturg, Assistant Director etc. Thea 300 projects are assigned either faculty/professional advisor or faculty/professional mentor, depending on the nature and needs of the project and the individual learning objectives for the student. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours. Prerequisite: Enrollment limited to Theatre majors. | THEA 300 |
Global Theatre Performance Explores distinctive historical and contemporary theatrical events from performance sites primarily in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, as well as performance in diaspora. Investigating theatre and performance as forms of cultural production and public practice, the course will review a range of influential developments in global theatrical performance and interpretive practices. Using case studies for exploration, the course will focus on developing historical understanding through a variety of analytical lenses such as post-colonialism, transnationalism and adaptation, diaspora studies, etc. Prerequisite: THEA 208 or consent of instructor. | THEA 304 |
Professional Stage Management In depth review of principles, techniques and practices related to professional stage management. Each semester will explore a different aspect of stage management and live performance through a series of readings, activities and class discussions. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours in separate semesters. Prerequisite: BFA Stage Management Majors Only. | THEA 359 |
Topics in Theatre History Survey of the methods for producing theatre history through a focus on a specific topic. Course will cover a broad range of time periods, styles and genres, geographic region organized around a central topic. Projects and papers will offer instruction in theatre history methods. May be repeated in the same term to a maximum of 6 hours, if topics vary and in separate terms to a maximum of 12 hours, if topics vary. Prerequisite: THEA 122 and THEA 123. | THEA 364 |
Acting Studio I: Dynamics Development of movement and voice skills for actors. Enrollment limited to Theatre majors. Prerequisite: THEA 275, consent of chair of Acting Program, and concurrent registration in THEA 372, THEA 373, and THEA 374. | THEA 371 |
Acting Studio I: Voice Concentrated training in standard speech for the stage and the International Phonetic Alphabet. Enrollment limited to Theatre majors. Prerequisite: THEA 275, consent of chair of Acting Program, and concurrent registration in THEA 371, THEA 373, and THEA 374. | THEA 372 |
Acting Studio I: Movement Concentrated training in movement skills and mask characterization. . Enrollment limited to Theatre majors. Prerequisite: THEA 275, consent of chair of Acting Program, and concurrent registration in THEA 371, THEA 372, and THEA 374. | THEA 373 |
Acting Studio I: Acting Acting in realistic and naturalistic plays. A performance is given at the end of the term. Enrollment limited to Theatre majors. Prerequisite: THEA 275, consent of chair of Acting Program, and concurrent registration in THEA 371, THEA 372, and THEA 373. | THEA 374 |
Individual Topics Individual projects and problems. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. | THEA 391 |
Individual Topics Individual projects and problems. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. | THEA 392 |