PERF08031 2019 Theatre Design Studio Skills 5 (advanced)
Full Title
Theatre Design Studio Skills 5 (advanced)
Transcript Title
Theatre Design Studio Skills 5
Code
PERF08031
Attendance
80 %
Subject Area
PERF - Performing Arts
Department
YADA - Yeats Academy Art Dsgn & Arch
Level
08 - NFQ Level 8
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Tom Weir, Rhona Trench, Niall Rea, Vanya Lambrecht, Katarina Rozvadska
Programme Membership
SG_APERF_H08 201900 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Performing Arts
Description
This module has been developed to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills associated with Technical Drawing and Model Making for practitioners of Theatre Design. The skills are intended to concisely and clearly communicate all needed specifications to transform an idea into a physical form. The learner shall be able to interpret and communicate designs and ideas in 2D and 3D to a professional standard.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Request plans, elevations and technical specifications of an international performance space.
2.
Use plans and translate same to execute an AutoCAD and hand-drawn plan and elevation of a designated international performance space.
3.
Produce AutoCAD and hand-drawn sections of set design.
4.
Use plans and translate same to execute a detailed 3D model of the designated performance space in extreme detail and to a professional standard.
5.
Use digital media to capture theatrical moments illustrated within the constructed 3D model for presentation and portfolio purposes.
Module Assessment Strategies
Assessment is continuous and is undertaken at the conclusion of each block or project.
Indicative Syllabus
The semester commences by facilitating a project assigned by Design Studies Staff. The following content shall be taught in order to aid the fruition of the project:
CAD for Theatre Design 4
Creation of industry standard plans, elevations and sections both hand drawn and CAD.
3D AutoCAD modeliing and rendering - detailed model making
Manipulation of CAD in Adobe products for presentation purposes.
Compilation of project elements for professional presentations.
Creation of a digitised portfolio of works to date
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project AutoCAD | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 20 % | Week 8 | 1,2,4 |
| 2 | Project Digital Media | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 5 % | Week 8 | 5 |
| 3 | Project Model Making | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 25 % | Week 8 | 3 |
| 4 | Project AutoCAD | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 20 % | Week 13 | 1,2,4 |
| 5 | Project Digital Media | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 5 % | Week 13 | 5 |
| 6 | Project Model Making | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 25 % | Week 13 | 5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design Projectwork | Design Studio | Model Making | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Design Projectwork | Computer Laboratory | AutoCAD / Digital Media | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Ripley, David AutoCAD - A Handbook for Theatre Users Entertainment Technology Press (2005)
Bielefeld, Bert Basics Technical Drawing Birkhauser Verlag AG (2006)
Thorne, Gary Technical Drawing for Stage Design The Crowood Press Ltd (2009)
Piper, Tom Model Making for the Stage: A Practical Guide The Crowood Press Ltd (2004)
Winslow, Colin The Handbook of Model-Making for Set Designers The Crowood Press Ltd (2008)
Other Resources
None