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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Course Description Notes

Northern Kentucky University has established abbreviations for its various disciplines. These abbreviations, which are printed next to the name of each discipline in the following course descriptions, should be used in preparing course schedules and at other times when referring to specific courses.

Following course titles in parenthesis is the number of semester hours of credit in the course. Listed below the course title are the number of classroom and lab/studio hours in the course, course prerequisites and co-requisites, and the semesters in which the course is taught.

Many courses satisfy NKU general education requirements under guidelines of the Kentucky Transfer Policy. If a particular course is approved for general education credit, a two-letter general education category designation follows the course title. The category for which the course is approved is listed in full beneath the course description. The general education category designations are:

OC – Oral Communication
WC – Written Communication
AH – Arts and Humanities
QR – Quantitative Reasoning
NS – Natural Sciences
SB – Social and Behavioral Sciences

Please refer to the General Education section of this catalog for complete information.

The university reserves the right to withdraw or modify courses of instruction at any time.
 

Statistics
  

  • STA 360 Statistical Computing (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): C- or better in STA 213  or any 300-level STA course or permission of instructor.
    Taught: Fall only
    Use of SAS software for data management.  Sorting, merging, subsetting, and validating datasets; programming techniques including use of loops, arrays, and macros; descriptive and graphical statistical procedures.  This course prepares students for the Base SAS Certification Exam.  Note: Students who do not satisfy the prerequisite but who will concurrently enroll in another 300-level STA course may request a waiver of the prerequisite from the department to enroll in this course.
    Repeatable: No
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  • STA 370 Introduction to Statistical Consulting (3 credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 6-9 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor and C- or better in STA 314  or STA 341 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Supervised application of statistical methods to real research problems in the Burkardt Consulting Center (BCC; readings and discussions on statistical consulting topics; attend meetings with clients of the BCC, manage data, analyze data, and produce summary reports under faculty supervision).
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • STA 392 Research in Statistics (0-3 credits)

    Hours: 0-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Original research in statistics directed by a member of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics faculty.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15

    ♦
  

  • STA 394 Intermediate Topics: Statistics (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic (see Schedule of Classes).
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Various topics in Statistics.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15

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  • STA 399 Directed Readings/Independent Study (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15

    ♦
  

  • STA 419 Applied Multivariate Statistics (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): C- or better in STA 360  and (STA 314  or STA 316  or STA 341 ).
    Taught: Spring only-odd years
    Introduction to multiple multivariate analysis techniques including: principal component analysis, factor analysis, discriminant analysis, logistic regression, and cluster analysis; other topics as time permits.
    Repeatable: No
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  • STA 450 Introduction to Actuarial Science (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): C- or better in STA 340 .
    Taught: Spring only-even years
    Advanced topics of probability theory; applications of probability in risk management and insurance; preparation for actuarial society examinations.
    Repeatable: No
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  • STA 470 Supervised Statistical Consulting (3 credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 6-9 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Grade of P in STA 370 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Continuation of STA 370 ; more active involvement in consulting projects; completion of a major oral presentation.
    Repeatable: No
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  • STA 489 Comprehensive Examination (0 Credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of department.
    Taught: Not assigned
    Completion of a program reflection and an examination over general concepts in statistics. To be taken within two semesters of graduation.
    Repeatable: No
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  • STA 490 Statistics Research Proposal (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of department.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Development of a comprehensive proposal for a research project in Statistics. Includes feasibility study, identification of resources, establishment of appropriate goals, proposal writing, and a public defense. May not be applied toward elective hours in the mathematics or statistics major. Pass/Fail.
    Repeatable: No
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  • STA 491 Statistics Honors Research Project (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Passing grade in STA 490 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Supervised research in statistics concluding with a written report and public presentation of results.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • STA 492 Advanced Research in Statistics (0-3 credits)

    Hours: 0-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Original research in statistics directed by a member of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics faculty.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15

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  • STA 494 Advanced Topics: Statistics (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic (see Schedule of Classes).
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Various topics in Statistics.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15

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  • STA 499 Directed Readings/Independent Study (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15

    ♦
  

  • STA 594 Topics: Statistics (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic (see Schedule of Classes).
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Topics in statistics. Topics vary.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 15

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Theatre and Dance
  

  • DAN 120 Ballet Dance I (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Introduction to technique for students with little or no dance training.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • DAN 220 Ballet Dance II (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Intermediate level.
    Repeatable: No
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  • DAN 221 Modern Dance I (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Beginning level.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • DAN 222 Jazz Dance I (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 120 .
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Introduction to jazz dance technique. For students with little or no jazz dance training.
    Repeatable: No
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  • DAN 224 Tap I (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Introduction to tap dance technique. No previous training necessary.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • DAN 226 Foundation Seminar (2 credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): 2 DAN classes and consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Execute corrective exercise by strengthening muscle tissue and skeletal connections, learning technical skills essential for all areas of dance; analyze movement strategies for proper body alignment.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 4

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  • DAN 227 Special Topics in Dance (0-6 credits)

    Hours: 0-2 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Opportunity for introductory work in specialized topics related to student’s areas of concentration.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9
  

  • DAN 321 Modern Dance II (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 221  or consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Spring only
    Intermediate level.
    Repeatable: No
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  • DAN 322 Jazz Dance II (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 222  or consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Intermediate level.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • DAN 323 Physiology of Dance (3 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Provides an explanation of dance anatomy for the dancer. Emphasis is placed on the actions of the muscles, implications of joint mechanics for technique, dance terminology, specific exercises and discussion of dance injury.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • DAN 324 Tap Dance II (3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 224  or consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Spring only
    Dance work in tap dance: audition and performance preparation; techniques in choreography.
    Repeatable: No
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  • DAN 326 Advanced Dance Seminar (2-6 credits)

    Hours: 2-4 classroom + 2-6 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Advanced work in dance (all genres may be explored) for students majoring in theatre and skilled dancers. 
     
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 6

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  • DAN 375 Choreography (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 3 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): 6 semester hours of dance or consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Interpretations of ballets and stage musicals as expressed in movement and dance.
    Repeatable: No
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  • DAN 414 Dance Tour Troupe (2 Credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-6 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Audition required.
    Taught: Fall and Spring
    Touring dance performance troupe designed to represent the University in schools and at functions around the state and region.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 16

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  • DAN 420 Ballet Dance III (3 Credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 2 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 120  and DAN 220  or faculty approval/placement audition.
    Taught: Variable-chck w/dept
    Advanced training in classical and contemporary ballet technique and principles, with an emphasis on technique and performance.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

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  • DAN 421 Modern Dance III (3 Credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 2 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 221  and DAN 321  or faculty approval/placement audition.
    Taught: Variable-chck w/dept
    Advanced training in classical and contemporary modern techniques and principles, with an emphasis on technique and performance.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

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  • DAN 422 Jazz Dance III (3 Credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 2 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 222  and DAN 322  or faculty approval/placement audition.
    Taught: Variable-chck w/dept
    Advanced training in classical and contemporary jazz techniques and principles, with an emphasis on technique and performance.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

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  • DAN 424 Tap Dance III (3 Credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 2 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 224  and DAN 324  or faculty approval/placement audition.
    Taught: Variable-chck w/dept
    Advanced training in classical and contemporary tap techniques and principles, with an emphasis on technique and performance.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

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  • DAN 426 Advanced Dance Seminar II (2-6 credits)

    Hours: 0-2 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor or chair.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    More advanced level of dance training (all genres may be explored) for students majoring in theatre and for skilled dancers; all genres.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit

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  • DAN 427 Dance History (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): 6 semester hours of dance.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Major contributing forces, key figures, and styles that helped form contemporary dance today.
    Repeatable: No
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  • DAN 428 Special Problems in Dance (3-9 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-6 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): 3 semester hours of dance
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Opportunity for additional advanced work in the dance student’s area of concentration. The studio technique allows the student to choose from among electives in specific areas of interest. 
     
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

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  • TAR 100 Theatre Appreciation - AH (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Survey of the development and practice of theatre through the study of theatre history, dramatic literature, practitioners, live performance and basic components of theatre.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Culture and Creativity
  

  • TAR 100H Theatre Appreciation (Honors) - AH (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Spring only
    Survey of the development and practice of theatre through the study of theatre history, dramatic literature, practitioners, live performance, and basic components of theatre.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Culture and Creativity
  

  • TAR 102 Race, Gender and Theatre - SB (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Exploration of race, gender and social issues which affect individuals, families, communities and society at large by the analysis and discussion of dramatic literature.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Cultural Pluralism
  

  • TAR 102H Race, Gender, and Theatre (Honors) (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, winter, spring and summer
    Exploration of race, gender and social issues which affect individuals, families, communities and society at large by the analysis and discussion of dramatic literature. This is an honors section which will be held in a seminar style, which requires your full participation. In keeping the mission of honors, this course will look at texts meant to develop our global perspectives. At the same time, as is the nature of both honors and this course, we will celebrate difference and promote a sense of community. Please Note: It is not the intention of this course to influence students to think one way or another. It is the intention of this course to promote students to think.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Cultural Pluralism
  

  • TAR 104 Introduction to NKU Theatre and Dance (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    An introduction to Theatre and Dance at Northern Kentucky University. Exploration of the different disciplines of theatre and dance available at NKU, as well as career possibilities, in performance, dance, and production. Required of all TAR and DAN majors and minors.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 110 Acting I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Basic principles and techniques.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 111 Creative Expression - OC (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Development and understanding of the oral communication process through the theory and practice of theatrical acting; utilizing the acting process as a communication tool, aide in improving oral communication skills, idea and message development, effective delivery of ideas.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Oral Communication
  

  • TAR 114 Voice Development for the Actor I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Speech development as related to theatre; elimination of regional accents; introductory work with the International Phonetic Alphabet.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 118 Stage Make Up (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Basic techniques and principles of stage makeup for the stage.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 130 Musical Skills for the Musical Theatre (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Introduction to basic reading and understanding of musical concepts specific to vocalists; strong focus on the unique demands of the musical theatre.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 160 Stagecraft (2 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Co-requisite(s): TAR 160L .
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Basic elements of scenery construction or basic sewing skills for theatrical costumes overview of theatrical production emphasizing practical application.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 160L Stagecraft Laboratory (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Co-requisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Practical application of elements acquired in TAR 160 .
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 165 Comparative Arts - AH (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    A comparative study of the evolution of historical and period styles: Students will study an overview of the evolution of furniture, décor, painting, music and clothing. This evolution will be studied within the historical context that helped shape design within the era.
    Repeatable: No
    General Education Credit: Culture and Creativity
  

  • TAR 210 Acting II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 110 .
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Additional development of acting techniques and perceptions; greater emphasis on scene work and character development.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 211 Special Topics in Theatre (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 1-3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Introduction to specialized theatre areas of study.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9
  

  • TAR 213 Stage Combat (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 110 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Introduction to stage combat; hand fighting, quarterstaff, broadsword, and rapier and dagger; the stage fight in various periods and styles of dramatic literature.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 225 Musical Theatre Performance I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Introduction to performance techniques; synthesis of voice, acting, and movement; beginning vocal technique as applied to musical theatre repertoire.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 230 Musical Skills for Musical Theatre Actors II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 130 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Continuation of TAR 130  dealing with more advanced challenges in musical theatre repertoire.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 235 Vocal Techniques for the Singing Actor I (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Private instruction focusing on viable methods for healthy musical theatre singing. May be repeated for credit (Musical Theatre B.F.A. students must repeat for credit).
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 5
  

  • TAR 245 Introduction to Theatre in World Cultures (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Through the reading and analyzing of scripts and other texts, learners will be encouraged to recognize and analyze ethical issues and actions while examining the socio-political, economic and historical conditions from which diversity both emerges and converges.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 260 Lighting Fundamentals (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall only-even years
    Practical exploration of the scientific principles and theories and practices of stage lighting, including electricity, optics, color theory, dimming and control systems.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 262 Costume Construction (2 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Co-requisite(s): TAR 262L .
    Taught: Fall only
    Basic principles of costume building with opportunities for practical application in preparing costumes for university productions.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 262L Costume Construction Laboratory (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Co-requisite(s): TAR 262 .
    Taught: Fall only
    Practical application of skills and techniques acquired in TAR 262 .
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 265 Fundamentals of Theatrical Design (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Basic elements of design for theatre scenery, props, costumes, sound, and lighting; principles of aesthetics, script analysis, methods of research, development of visual concepts, graphic representations, and final evaluations.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 277 Fundamentals of Sound Technology (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall only-even years
    Sound reinforcement and sound production for the theatre; basic acoustics, audio components, terminology, recording/assembly techniques, and digital technology; skills necessary to mix sound and to troubleshoot sound systems.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 310 Acting III (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 210 .
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Advanced acting techniques and considerations; detailed scene analysis and repertory building.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 311 Auditions (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): At least two acting/dance courses.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Specialized techniques necessary for actors to relate to the auditioning experience; building an appropriate repertory of material, preparing the resume, and developing the “persona.”
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 312 Voice Development for the Actor II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 114 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Advanced speech development techniques and exercises as applied in performance situations; advanced work in Oral Interpretation and Readers Theatre.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 314 Stage Dialects (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 114 , TAR 312  and TAR 110 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Methods of producing convincing accents and dialects as an element of vocal characterization. Dialects studied may include: Standard British, Irish, Scottish, Cockney, French, German, American Southern, New York, and New England.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 316 Acting Seminar I (3 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 310 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Advanced acting coaching and repertory building; scene analysis and character work in relatively small groups for advanced students who have completed preliminary acting training.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit

    ♦
  

  • TAR 325 Musical Theatre Performance II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 225 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Development of musical theatre repertoire for audition, study, and performance; synthesis of voice, acting, and movement; various musical theatre genres and historical styles.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 335 Vocal Techniques for the Singing Actor II (1 credit)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Spring only
    Continuation of TAR 235  with a focus on expansion of repertoire and styles. (Musical Theater B.F.A. must repeat for credit).
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit
  

  • TAR 340 Playscript Analysis (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Systems of interpretation applicable to all types of dramatic literature necessary to production of plays and relevant for directors, actors, designers, and other practitioners.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 343 Costume History (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 100  or TAR 101, and TAR 160  or consent of instructor.
    Taught: Fall only-odd years
    Costume history from antiquity through the modern period as applied to production design; methods and courses of research for design in theatre.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 346 Theatre History (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Development of the theatre from its beginnings to the present. Study of theatre arts and cultural institutions with a focus on historical context for plays and performances.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 347 Dramatic Literature (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Spring only
    A study of the art of dramatic writing that examines representative world theatre texts, along with their cultural and historic context.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 348 Theatre History and Society (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 101  or equivalent.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Survey of major historical developments in theatre and dramatic literature from pre-Greek times to the 20th century. Focus is placed on how society, culture and politics influence theatre production and vice versa. Does not satisfy degree requirements for theatre majors or minors. Available for registered Organizational Leadership majors only.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 355 Musical Theatre Literature I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    American musical theatre literature from late 19th century to mid-20th century; musical and dramatic movements that created American musical theatre.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 360 Scene Design I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160  and TAR 265 .
    Taught: Fall only-odd years
    Principles of design related to stage scenery; historical modes of stage design; 20th century stage decoration.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 361 Design and Construction of Stage Properties (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160  and TAR 265 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Design skills and building techniques involved in props and effects for the stage.
    Repeatable: No
    ♦
  

  • TAR 362 Drafting For Theatre (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    A lecture/project class that teaches the basic techniques and practices of drafting for the theatre. Projects require students to create typical working drawings for theatre productions utilizing industry standards. This course covers the use of mechanical and computer based techniques.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 363 Lighting Design (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 260 .
    Taught: Fall only-even years
    A lecture/project course exploring art and science of theatrical lighting design. Projects teach students the mechanics and creative processes and theories used in creating lighting designs for the theatre.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 364 Computer Graphics for the Stage (3 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 1 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Spring only-odd yrs
    Introduction to commonly used graphic and 3D rendering programs.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 365 Costume Crafts (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 260  and TAR 265 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    A lecture/project course exploring art and science of theatrical lighting design. Projects teach students the mechanics and creative processes and theories used in creating lighting designs for the theatre.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 366 Costume Design I (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 368  or consent of instructor; TAR 265 . TAR 343  recommended.
    Taught: Fall only-even years
    Application of principles of design to stage costuming; fabrics, figure drawing, and characterization.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 367 Stagecraft II (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Advanced techniques and practices used in the construction and application of stage scenery. Topics include budgeting, welding, theatre machinery and equipment, shop organization, and advanced construction techniques.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 368 Theatrical Rendering and Model Building (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Spring only-odd years
    Techniques employed in sketching and preparing drawings for scenic and costume designs and in constructing models for scenic design.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 370 Directing (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 110  and TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall only
    Basic principles of play directing, play selection, casting, and rehearsal; direction and presentation of selected scenes in class.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 371 Theatre Management (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Spring only
    Duties and responsibilities of those entrusted with areas like house management, public relations, and publicity in theatre activities.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 376 Stage Management (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall only
    Duties and responsibilities of the theatrical stage manager.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 377 Sound Design (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 227 and TAR 265 .
    Taught: Fall only-odd years
    Design and aesthetic concerns, design process and techniques; playscript analysis, artistic and aesthetic choices, integrating music collaborative process; developing a common dialogue with the director and design team; sound graphics and design documentation including signal flow and system design.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 380 Playwriting (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Fall only
    Art and craft of writing dramatic material for stage presentation.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 390 Production Credits (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Preparing for participation in college dramatic activities. May be repeated for a maximum of eight semester hours, all of which must be earned through active technical involvement of performances.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 8

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  • TAR 391 Production Credits (1 credit)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 160 .
    Taught: Fall, spring, and summer
    Preparing for participation in college dramatic activities. May be repeated for a maximum of eight semester hours, all of which must be earned through active technical involvement of performances.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 8

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  • TAR 400 Theatre in World Cultures Styles Studio (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Theatre is a potent political and cultural vehicle for conveying the multifaceted perspectives of various minority groups in the Americas and the world. Through the analyzing, and performing of scripts and texts, learners will begin to recognize/analyze ethical issues while examining the socio-political, economic and historical conditions from which diversity emerges.
    Repeatable: No
  

  • TAR 410 Styles of Acting (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 310 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Major acting styles; practical application through presentation and evaluation of representative scenes and excerpted materials.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 411 Special Problems: Theatre Acting (3-9 credits)

    Hours: 3-9 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 310 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Opportunity for additional advanced work in the theatre student’s area of concentration; multiple opportunities for performing artist’s involvement in electives in specific areas of interest.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

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  • TAR 412 Internship: Professional Theatre (3-6 credits)

    Hours: 3-6 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chair of theatre.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Opportunities for outstanding students in theatre to accept apprenticeships carrying significant responsibilities in major professional theatre operations. The work will be coordinated with a theatre faculty adviser.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 9

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  • TAR 413 Oral Interpretation of Literature (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 114 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Principles of Oral Interpretation and Readers Theatre styles with focus upon techniques and exercises as applied in a variety of performance situations.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 414 NKU Tour Group (1-3 credits)

    Hours: 0 classroom + 2-6 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): Audition.
    Taught: Fall and spring
    Touring performance troupes designed to represent the University in functions round the state and region.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit

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  • TAR 415 One Person Show (3 credits)

    Hours: 1 classroom + 3 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 310  or consent of instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    An introduction to the genre of the one- person show. The course covers the various forms of monodrama. Students will create an outline for a full-length solo show and write and present an excerpt from it in performance.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 416 Acting Seminar II (2-6 credits)

    Hours: 2 classroom + 4 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 310 .
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Advanced acting coaching and repertory building. Small group work for advanced students who have completed preliminary acting training.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: No Limit

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  • TAR 417 Acting Shakespeare (3 credits)

    Hours: 3 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 310  or consent of instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Basic techniques for performing Shakespeare; practical application through ongoing scene work culminating in a one- person presentation of material from Shakespeare’s plays and sonnets.
    Repeatable: No
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  • TAR 418 Process and Production (4 credits)

    Hours: 4 classroom + 0 lab/studio
    Prerequisite(s): TAR 110  and TAR 210  and TAR 310  and consent of instructor.
    Taught: Variable, check with department
    Rehearsal and presentation of a play for an audience within the framework of a laboratory/studio environment. Various rehearsal methods are explored, along with an in-depth examination of the play’s literary, historical, and performance background.
    Repeatable: Yes
    If Repeatable, Max. Credits: 8

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