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Course Information

  
 

Statistics
  

  • STAT - 8260 Advanced Statistics in Behavioral Science (3)

    Reviews briefly regression analysis and one-way analysis of variance. Focuses on multiple regression and other analyses of variance. Equivalent to STAT-860. Prerequisite: take STAT-4720.
  

  • STAT - 8400 Statistical Process Quality Control (3)

    Concentrates on process control relying heavily upon control charts as tools to improve quality and productivity. Equivalent to STAT-810.
  

  • STAT - 8820 Experimental Design for the Natural Sciences (4)

    For graduate students in Environmental Biology or Analytical Chemistry. Covers research designs from simple to factorial. Deals with relationships between statistics and experimental design. Includes practical experience in deriving unique experimental designs for specific research problems. To be taken before thesis/project work. Equivalent to STAT-820. Prerequisite: take STAT-6219 .

Theatre and Performance Studies
  

  • TAPS - 1100 Theatre Appreciation (3)

    Introduces theatre/drama as a performing art form. Includes study and analysis of historical, social, aesthetic, and technical aspects of traditional and contemporary theatrical/dramatic expression.
  

  • TAPS - 2000 Topics in TAPS (3)

    Explores selected issues in Theatre and Performance Studies, addressing several aspects of the topic using a variety of methodologies, theories, and/or perspectives. May be repeated for credit with a different topic.
  

  • TAPS - 2100 The Storytelling Tradition (3)

    Explores the oral tradition and the human need for story; introduces the discipline of Performance Studies via storytelling across aesthetic, ritual, and everyday contexts. Prerequisites: none.
  

  • TAPS - 2200 Voice and Movement (3)

    Introduces the basic principles underlying effective vocal and physical techniques in performance.
  

  • TAPS - 2210 Introduction to Acting (3)

    Introduces the basic principles, techniques, and concerns of acting for the stage.
  

  • TAPS - 2252 Performance of Literature (3)

    Engages the study and performance of literature, such as essays, letters, novels, poetry, and short stories, with an emphasis on using voice and movement to interpret the works and communicate that interpretation to an audience. Equivalent to TAPS-3252 .
  

  • TAPS - 2400 Stagecraft (3)

    Introduces safety procedures and basic techniques of scenery and property construction, tool use, scene panting, basic lighting techniques, and backstage organization. Laboratory experience is mandatory.
  

  • TAPS - 2500 Intro to Scene Design (3)

    Surveys the principles and practices of scene design and its relationship to the theatrical art and production process. Prerequisite: Take TAPS-2400 .
  

  • TAPS - 2520 Makeup Design (3)

    Introduces the application and design of makeup for the stage in both theory and practice. Explores techniques of standard and character makeup.
  

  • TAPS - 2550 Sound Design (3)

    Introduces the art and science of modern sound design covering the scope, tools, materials, and practices in contemporary theatre.
  

  • TAPS - 2700 Performance Text Analysis (3)

    An introductory exploration of the relationships between dramatic text and the play in performance. Representative plays are studied in their genre, historical, and social contexts. An emphasis is placed on basic structural terminology and methodology.
  

  • TAPS - 2780 History of the American Musical Theatre (3)

    Surveys historical development of American musical theatre from Pre-Civil War era through the beginnings of the 21st century.
  

  • TAPS - 3099 Critical Perspectives in Theatre and Performance Studies (3)

    Introduces students to critical approaches and theoretical perspectives for understanding and analyzing performance; course culminates in the development of an original research project. Junior Seminar Course.
  

  • TAPS - 3210 Advanced Acting (3)

    Intensive continuation of the development of acting basics. Prerequisite: take TAPS-2210 .
  

  • TAPS - 3220 Directing (3)

    Explores the basic principles, techniques, and concerns of directing for the stage. Prerequisite: take TAPS-2210 .
  

  • TAPS - 3250 Performing Culture and Identity (3)

    Engages performance theories and practices to investigate diverse perspectives of culture and identity.
  

  • TAPS - 3252 Performance of Literature (3)

    Engages literature through analysis and performance.
  

  • TAPS - 3410 Scene Design (3)

    Surveys the principles and practices of scene design and its relationship to the theatrical art and production process. Prerequisite: TAPS-2400  or Instructor Permission.
  

  • TAPS - 3510 Costume Design (3)

    Introduces the process of designing costumes for the stage, beginning with an understanding of the fundamentals of design and the language of clothing. Explores a variety of approaches to analysis and interpretation of text and character, conceptualization of design ideas directions for design research and methods for integrating visual expression with character and production themes. Prerequisite: TAPS-3410 or Instructor Permission.
  

  • TAPS - 3540 Lighting Design (3)

    Introduces the art, craft, and technical requirements of lighting design. Explores the tools of the lighting designer with a focus on light and shadow, mood and composition and attention to the principles and aesthetics of light as it is applied to design. Prerequisite: TAPS-3410  or Instructor Permission.
  

  • TAPS - 3600 Classical History of Theatre (3)

    Surveys historical development of theatre and drama from its earliest ritual beginnings to the Nineteenth century. Includes: representative periods and styles, genres, key playwrights, aspects of technical production, social role, and critical interpretation of major works.
  

  • TAPS - 3650 Contemporary History of Theatre (3)

    Surveys historical development of theatre and drama from the Nineteenth century to contemporary dramatic literature. Includes: representative periods and styles, genres, key playwrights, aspects of technical production, social role, and critical interpretation of major works.
  

  • TAPS - 3700 Dramaturgy (6)

    Provides an overview of the art and craft of dramaturgy in the contemporary theatre and performance. Examines the role the dramaturge plays in developing production concepts and conducting production research. Considers how the dramaturge functions within a theatrical organization to assist in season selection, production choices, and audience education.
  

  • TAPS - 3800 Practicum (1)

    Practical course in theatrical and performance production, offers training in each of the production areas including scenic construction and painting, lighting, properties, costuming, performance, stage management, or house management. Open to TAPS majors and minors only. Can be repeated for credit for a total of 4 credit-hours earned. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission.
  

  • TAPS - 4000 Advanced Topics in TAPS (3)

    Analyzes selected issues in Theatre and Performance Studies, addressing several aspects of the topic using a variety of methodologies, theories, and/or perspectives. May be repeated for credit with a different topic. Prerequisite: Take TAPS-2100 .
  

  • TAPS - 4090 Topics in Theatre and Performance (3)

    Explores selected issues in Theatre and Performance studies, addressing several aspects of the topic using a variety of methodologies, theories, and/or perspectives. Note: May be repeated for credit.
  

  • TAPS - 4200 Writing as Performance (3)

    Examines how the process of writing can be understood through and enhanced by the study of performance.
  

  • TAPS - 4250 Performance and Social Change (3)

    Examines performance as an inherent social practice, a method for enacting resistance, and a means of social, cultural, political, and personal transformation.
  

  • TAPS - 4260 Performance Art (3)

    Explores the genre of performance art through its history, criticism, and practice.
  

  • TAPS - 4320 Stage Management (3)

    Explores the role and function of the stage manager in theatrical production, providing the basic skills to begin work in the field of stage management. Emphasizes organization, documentation, and dissemination of information.
  

  • TAPS - 4390 Seminar in Theory and Practice (3)

    Provides concentrated study of theory and practice within the field of Theatre and Performance Studies. Topics will vary and course may be repeated with new topic for a maximum of 9 credit hours. Prerequisites: Junior Standing or Instructor Permission.
  

  • TAPS - 4590 Seminar in Technical Production (3)

    Provides concentrated study of technical production within the field of Theatre and Performance Studies. Topics will vary and course may be repeated with new topic for a maximum of 9 credit hours. Prerequisites: Junior Standing or Instructor Permission.
  

  • TAPS - 4700 Independent Study (1-3)

    Individual readings, research, and/or project in theatre and performance studies under faculty supervision. May be repeated for credit up to 6 hours. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. Must petition to enroll in the course through Program Advisor.
  

  • TAPS - 4750 Chicagoland Theatre (3)

    Exposes students to theatre productions throughout the Chicagoland area. Examines the region’s shifting cultural, historical, and political theatrical contexts. Require students to pay for productions and travel to various off-campus sites.
  

  • TAPS - 4790 Seminar in History and Dramaturgy (3)

    Provides concentrated study of history and dramaturgy within the field of Theatre and Performance Studies. Topics will vary and course may be repeated with new topic for a maximum of 9 credit hours. Prerequisites: Junior Standing or Instructor Permission.
  

  • TAPS - 4800 Internship (1-3)

    Provides supervised, practical experiences in applied settings. May be repeated for credit up to 6 hours. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. Must petition to enroll through the Academic Program Advisor.
  

  • TAPS - 4890 TAPS Abroad (3)

    Engages students in applied, experiential learning by attending performance events abroad. Students will be required to pay for all travel-related costs and secure a passport.
  

  • TAPS - 4900 Capstone in Theatre and Performance Studies (3)

    Serves as the culminating experience for theatre and performance studies majors. Focuses on synthesis of previous coursework and application of theory, research, and skills within the production context leading to a final project/performance. Designated as writing-intensive. Lab Fee. Prerequisites: Senior Standing as a Theatre and Performance Studies major.
  

  • TAPS - 6090 Topics, Theatre and Perform (3)

    Explores selected issues in Theatre and Performance studies, addressing several aspects of the topic using a variety of methodologies, theories, and/or perspectives. Note: May be repeated for credit.
  

  • TAPS - 6200 Writing as Performance (3)

    Examines how the process of writing can be understood through and enhanced by the study of performance.
  

  • TAPS - 6250 Performance and Social Change (3)

    Examines performance as an inherent social practice, a method for enacting resistance, and a means of social, cultural, political, and personal transformation.
  

  • TAPS - 6252 Solo Performance (3)

    Explores the genre of solo performance through its history and practice.
  

  • TAPS - 6260 Performance Art (3)

    Explores the genre of performance art through its history, criticism, and practice.
  

  • TAPS - 6590 Seminar in Technical Production (3)

    Provides intensive investigation and analysis of specific technical production concerns within the field of Theatre and Performance Studies. Topics will vary and course may be repeated with new topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission Required
  

  • TAPS - 6750 Chicagoland Theatre (3)

    Exposes students to theatre productions throughout the Chicagoland area. Examines the region’s shifting cultural, historical, and political theatrical contexts. Requires students to pay for productions and travel to various off-campus sites.
  

  • TAPS - 6790 Seminar in History and Dramaturgy (3)

    Provides intensive investigation and analysis of specific historical and dramaturgical concerns within the field of Theatre and Performance Studies. Topics will vary and course may be repeated with new topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission Required.
 

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