STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Demonstrate knowledge of basic electrical theories as applied to the equipment and situations commonly encountered for lighting in the performing arts.

 II.     Demonstrate an understanding of color theories in lighting and apply that understanding in practical situations.

 III.    Identify the major types of lighting equipment used in the performing arts, their components and different uses.

 IV.     Demonstrate the ability to maintain, hang and focus the various types of lighting equipment correctly and safely.

 V.      Show knowledge of lighting control  systems and the ability to use these systems.

 VI.     Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of lighting design for the performing arts and apply the concepts in practical situations.

 VII.    Demonstrate an understanding of the preparation and presentation of a portfolio.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Electrical elements as applied to the performing arts

         A.      Ohm`s Law

         B.      Wattage

         C.      Instrument and Cable wiring

 II.     Color Theory

         A.      Light Color

         B.      Solid Color

         C.      Color Media

 III.    Lighting Equipment

         A.      Instruments

         B.      Cable

         C.      Bulbs

 IV.     The physical process of hanging a plot.

         A.      Hanging

         B.      Focusing

         C.      Gelling

         D.      Paperwork

 V.      Operating Systems

         A.      Manual

         B.      Computer (programming)

 VI.     The Designer`s responsibilities and  The Design Process

         A.      Scriptwork and Director`s conferencing

         B.      Drafting

         C.      Plots, Plans and associated paperwork

 VII.    Preparation and presentation of a portfolio.