May 03, 2024  
2019-2020 College Catalog 
    
2019-2020 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Theatre

  
  • THA 4700 - Stage Management


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    An exploration of the basic functions and responsibilities of the stage manager in the theatre forum, from preproduction to managing the rehearsal process, to tech and dress, to maintaining performances, and ending with post production archival materials.  This course is open to all students. 
  
  • THA 5000 - Introduction to Theatre Arts


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    This survey course is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding and greater appreciation of the theatrical form. Readings and lectures will focus on the relationship between theatrical theory and practice, the various creative/production roles essential to theatre, as well as major artists and movements throughout theatrical history. Students will analyze major works of dramatic literature to offer context for course content, as well as attend a live theatrical performance on campus.
    Flexible Core: Creative Expression (Group C)
  
  • THA 5050 - Integrative Studies Seminar


    1 Credit(s) Hours: 2 hrs.

    This course serves as a place where students in learning communities can practice integration and application of thematic concepts explored in other courses in the Integrative Studies Link.
  
  • THA 5100 - Play Analysis


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Through consideration of a selected number of outstanding plays and musicals in theatrical history, and the study of various productions given these plays, students gain understanding of the plays and appreciation of the production problems involved. Relevance of the plays to the contemporary stage, screen, and television production will be explored.
    Prerequisite(s): Passed, exempt, or completed developmental course work for the CUNY Assessment Tests in Reading and Writing
    Flexible Core: Creative Expression (Group C)
  
  • THA 5200 - Acting I: Fundamentals of Acting


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    This survey course serves as an introduction to the theories, techniques, histories and applications of modern acting. Students will study fundamental concepts associated with Stanislavski acting theory including action/objective, beat analysis, vocal technique, emotional memory and physical awareness. Students will explore and apply these and other theories through various writing and reading assignments, as well as the interpretation and performance of diverse works of dramatic literature.
  
  • THA 5300 - Acting II: Scene Study


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 4 hrs./2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. laboratory/week

    Advanced classroom and laboratory furthers sensory awareness, memory and character study for role preparation. Basic vocal and body techniques explore the psychophysical actions, objectives and super objectives of characters. Acting theories studied are put into practice in scenes selected from modern plays and musicals.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 5200 
  
  • THA 5500 - Introduction to Technical Theatre


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 4 hrs. (2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab)

    Introduction to scenery for live entertainment with special emphasis on the practice of scenic construction. Additionally, students will learn the basic skills that will allow them to function as productive members of the various crews that constitute a theatrical production. Backstage and Shop safety will be emphasized throughout.
  
  • THA 5600 - Fundamentals of Theatrical Lighting


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Introduction to the technology and application of stage lighting, how to focus and hang various types of stage lighting fixtures, operate basic computer lighting consoles and work with lighting design paperwork. Student will apply the learned skills in productions when possible. Basic electricity and safety will be covered.
  
  • THA 5800 - Musical Theatre Performance


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Introduction to the theories, techniques and practices of musical theatre performance. The development of appropriate musical, acting and movement skills in conceptualizing, preparing, and performing solos, duets, and ensembles. Individual, small group and ensemble performances culminating in final performances of selected material. Students will also develop additional material and compile an audition book.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 5200 
  
  • THA 6000 - Introduction to Costume and Make-Up


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Through this course, students will learn the fundamentals of theatrical costuming and make-up for the stage. Students will gain skills in wardrobe supervision, costume management, wardrobe organization, alterations and repairs, make-up application, as well as basic sewing techniques necessary for the current entertainment industry. Students will learn the basic principles of costume design, as well as how to examine renderings and drawings for information regarding costume construction and make-up application.
  
  • THA 6300 - Basic Sound Technology


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Basic principles and operation of sound equipment and the proper methods for using recording technology, microphones, amplifiers and mixers in relation to design productions for the stage, screen and airwaves. Analysis of equipment and methods of operation are applied in class, laboratory and in actual production.
  
  • THA 6500 - Scenic Design


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Fundamentals of visual design theory and aesthetics for theatrical scenery will be learned through the application of technical as well as conceptual solutions. Students will learn to evolve the design process through sketches, mechanical drafting, rendering and modeling techniques. Technology will also be integrated into course content with such elements as computer-aided drafting and design and digital projections.
  
  • THA 6700 - History of the American Musical Theatre


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Development of the Broadway musical theatre from European operetta and American jazz backgrounds to the present day. Emphasis is on the musical and theatrical traditions of this form as well as on the changing styles in music, staging, and production values.
    Flexible Core: U.S. Experience in Its Diversity (Group B)
  
  • THA 6800 - History of the Theatre: Origins to Jacobean


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    A survey of the history of the theatre from primitive origins to Jacobean times. Through the use of historical documents, to contemporary writings, and illustrations of architecture and costumes, the major periods of theatrical history covered are seen from an artistic and cultural point of view. Theatre as a cultural force set in its historical context is a major theme of this study. This course is recommended for students interested in liberal arts, fine arts, and those interested in a professional career.
    Flexible Core: World Cultures and Global Issues (Group A)

Tourism and Hospitality

  
  • TAH 81XX - Independent Study


    1-3 Credit(s) Hours: 1-3 hrs.

    Independent study of tourism and hospitality is developed individually between student and faculty member and must be approved by the Department
  
  • TAH 82XX - Topical/Pilot Course


    1-3 Credit(s) Hours: 1-3 hrs.

    This course is of a topical nature and is designed to meet the immediate needs and interests of various student populations. It is offered for a maximum of two semesters.
  
  • TAH 100 - Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Overview of the many and varied organizations and agencies that make up the tourism and hospitality industry, their roles and interrelationships. Topics include transportation, lodgings, restaurants, wholesale and retail operations, attractions, government owned parks and facilities, trade organizations, and governmental agencies.
  
  • TAH 200 - Destination Geography


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Destination development topics include: travel motivation, man-made and natural attractions, and activities in their geographic context, major tourism destination areas, and selling techniques used when counseling clients.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): TAH 100 
  
  • TAH 500 - Labor Relations and Customer Service Practices


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Labor and training topics within tourism and hospitality organizations. Terminology and best practices of the industry are explored. Relationship between employee and customer, and employee and management are examined. A survey of customer service techniques common to the industry is conducted.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): TAH 100  or BA 1100 
  
  • TAH 700 - Introduction to Sports Management


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Cross-Listed With: RPE 700  

    Overview of the organizations and agencies that comprise the sports industry and their roles and interrelationships. This is a foundation course that covers the history, ethics, diversity, management theories, laws, and operating procedures of sports management.
  
  • TAH 1200 - Tourism and Hospitality Entrepreneurship


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Introduction to the theories and concepts within the tourism and hospitality industries from an entrepreneurial perspective, including key determinants and their innovative impact on performance. The importance and impact of globalization is analyzed, and financial, marketing and legal strategies are explored. The tools needed to start one’s own tourism and hospitality business are emphasized.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): TAH 100 
  
  • TAH 1500 - Cruises and Specialty Markets


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Presents various specialty, niche travel markets to the student. These markets include: cruises, adventure tourism, heritage tourism, spa and fitness tourism, special interest sports tourism, gaming and casino operations.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): TAH 100 
  
  • TAH 1700 - Tourism Technology


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 4 hrs.

    Survey of critical technology components in tourism and aviation. Global Distribution Systems (GDS) and their application to each Industry through workplace simulations and online activities.
    Prerequisite(s): TAH 100 
  
  • TAH 1800 - Case Studies in Tourism and Hospitality


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    The case method is used to examine the various components of the tourism and hospitality industry. Each case contains details of actual operations that can be viewed from various perspectives in reaching solutions. Relevant technology and analytical tools are utilized throughout the course.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): TAH 100 
  
  • TAH 1900 - The Business of Tourism & Hospitality


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Survey of critical business competencies and applied technology strategies to manage, market, create and promote tourism and hospitality products and services. Relevant reports and documents are prepared by students through simulated activities. Entrepreneurial activities are placed in a tourism and hospitality context.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): TAH 100 
  
  • TAH 2200 - Front Office Operations


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Survey of front office operations within a hotel including front desk, reservations, customer service, night audit, marketing and human resources. Students master and apply critical skills and competencies for careers in the hospitality industry. Preparation for industry certification through the American Hotel and Lodging Association with the successful passing of the American Hotel and Lodging Association’s Certified Front Desk Representative exam.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): TAH 100 
  
  • TAH 2500 - Tourism and Hospitality Marketing


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Application of practical marketing techniques relating to the tourism and hospitality industries. Marketing mix, communications mix, customer relationship marketing and online marketing will be studied and a marketing plan typically found within small to mid-size businesses will be created.
    Prerequisite(s): TAH 100 
  
  • TAH 3000 - TAH Financial Decision-Making


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    This course provides students with a basic knowledge of tourism and hospitality industry financial decision-making skills. Students learn, and create, various business reports commonly found in the tourism and hospitality industries including income statements and balance sheets. Quantitative reasoning skills are gained through learning ratio analysis pricing, and forecasting within the context of running a tourism and hospitality related business.
    Prerequisite(s): TAH 100 
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): TAH 1900 
  
  • TAH 4100 - Meeting and Convention Management


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    A focus on the principles and skills required for the management of the meetings and convention industry and the various aspects and skills involved in planning and managing meetings and conventions including: needs assessment, identifying meeting objectives, program developments, facility selection, negotiations, contracts, meeting and function space setup, promotion and publicity, budgeting, evaluation, unions and legal issues. Industry certification from Education Institute-American Hotel & Lodging Association (EL-AH&LA) is possible with a passing score on certification exam.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): TAH 100 
  
  • TAH 4300 - Event Catering Management


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Introduction to the basic skills and competencies required for catering, food and beverage operations, and the opportunities and responsibilities of this sector of the hospitality and tourism industry.
    Prerequisite(s): TAH 7100 
  
  • TAH 4600 - Facilities Planning in Sports


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Cross-Listed With: RPE 4600  

    The principles, guidelines and recommendations for planning, constructing, using and maintaining sports facilities.
  
  • TAH 5050 - Integrative Studies Seminar


    1 Credit(s) Hours: 2 hrs.

    This course serves as a place where students in learning communities can practice integration and application of thematic concepts explored in other courses in the Integrative Studies link.
  
  • TAH 5200 - Hotel Property Management Systems


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Survey of hotel property management systems and their importance to hotel operations. Students obtain a basic understanding of these systems and their applications to the hotel industry through workplace simulations, role plays, and online activities. Opera, property management software, is primarily taught. Additional property management systems may be surveyed.
    Prerequisite(s): TAH 100 
  
  • TAH 5500 - Housekeeping Management


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    An application of housekeeping management theory and techniques. The importance of the housekeeping department and its role in hotel operations will be discussed from a management, employee, union, and hotel type perspective. Students will learn prevalent housekeeping management theories, and obtain the skills associated with operating a housekeeping department of a hotel. Preparation for industry certification through the American Hotel and Lodging Association with the successful passing of the American Hotel and Lodging Association’s Certified Housekeeping Attendant exam.
    Prerequisite(s): TAH 100  
  
  • TAH 6500 - Airport and Aviation Security and Management


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    A broad survey of the air transportation industry and management functions within airline and airport operations. The characteristics, scope and economic significance of airports and air transportation including an analysis of threats and security are surveyed within the aviation industry. An examination of impacts of global aviation terrorism and governmental measures to combat loss of life and property and sample airport terminal security programs are presented for analysis.
    Prerequisite(s): TAH 100  
  
  • TAH 6600 - Cruise Line Marketing and Sales


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Introduction to cruise line marketing, sales, strategies, technology, geography, safety and sustainability, and customer service practices, case studies and other simulated activities. Industry certification in the Associate Degree Cruise Program (ACD) from Cruise Lines International Associate (CLIA) and National Restaurant Association (NRA).
  
  • TAH 7100 - Introduction to Professional Food Service


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    An introduction to the various components of the professional food service industry. Subjects will include the history, scope, classification, trends, food service management tools, customer service and basic quantitative reasoning as it relates to food services.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CA 990  
  
  • TAH 9096 - The Virtual Enterprise


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    Introduction to business operations of tourism, hospitality, aviation, international transportation, and the food service industries through the development operation of a simulated business environment. Utilizing technology, students trade products and services, and form decision-making teams that conceive, organize and operate business transactions.
  
  • TAH 9160 - Professional Portfolio


    1 Credit(s) Hours: 1 hr.

    Will direct students in the preparation and assembly of a professional portfolio consisting of a career development package, research write-up and work samples. The portfolio will serve as a professional vitae for students in their internship fieldwork placement. A supervised practical experience evaluation completes the professional portfolio.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): TAH 100 
  
  • TAH 9250 - Field Experience in Tourism and Hospitality


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 9 hrs./8 hrs. in field plus 1 hr. on-campus seminar

    This course provides students with experience in the Tourism and Hospitality industry by placing students into internships. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the business of tourism and hospitality. In addition, students learn how to be self-sufficient by learning the current approaches to job seeking. The course is a mixture of fieldwork, assignments, and workshops.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): TAH 100 

Yiddish

  
  • YD 82XX - Topical/Pilot Course


    1-3 Credit(s) Hours: 1-3 hrs.

    This course is of a topical and pilot nature and is designed to meet the immediate needs and interests of various student populations. It is offered for a maximum of two semesters.
  
  • YD 3000 - Yiddish Literature in Translation


    3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

    The emergence of Yiddish writers in the modern world. Emphasis is on the main literary personalities and their major contributions. Designed for non-Yiddish speaking students.
    All readings and discussions are in English.
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 1200 
    Flexible Core: Creative Expression (Group C)
 

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