Props & Set Design 120 Hrs.

Next Course Begins March 19th 2012

Set Construction 101 (Course # Set111.A1) 40 Hours

Enhance your basic carpentry skills by learning the fundamentals needed for the construction of sets for Film & TV. The use of unique materials, construction, and finishing skills will be explored in this course. You will get hands-on experience as you participate in the creation of set design, which follows film industry standards and work rules. (Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Carpentry. Students must supply their own basic carpentry tools. Center For Film Studies will supply: Table, rotary saws, nail guns, and compressors.)

**Students with latex allergies will need written doctor approval.

TOPICS INCLUDE: USE OF SPECIALIZED CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS • THEATRICAL CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES • FILM LINGO AND ETIQUETTE • LIGHTING, COLOR & SETTING • LEARNING NEW TECHNIQUES WITH WELDING, FABRICATING, AND MACHINERY • INTRO TO SCENIC ARCHITECTURE, TEXTURES, SUB STRUCTURES, AND COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN SOFTWARE

Prop Design 202 (Course #Set112.A1) 40 Hours

Take an in-depth look into the world of set design, props and mold making, while using the skills acquired in course 101. This course not only covers mold-making techniques, it also examines various materials used, their properties and cost. You will learn the role of molding synthetic materials to create various elements of props; from harmless shattering beer bottles to four-pound manhole covers. (Prerequisite: Set Construction 101)

TOPICS INCLUDE: ESTABLISHED MOLD TECHNIQUES • MATERIAL PROPERTIES & USES • INDUSTRY TERMS • VARIETY OF MOLDING PROJECTS (USING FRAMES, SOLID BLOCK, TWO-PART, COMPARATIVE CASTINGS)

Set Construction & Prop Design 303 (Course #Set113.A1) 40 Hours

This advanced course will utilize all of the skills acquired in courses 101 & 202. Learn the final steps needed for set design and construction by utilizing the latest materials and technology used for the manufacturing of props. Specialty machinery, common 3-d design software, and comprehensive mold- making techniques are covered. Students will also examine the various materials, their properties, and costs, to determine the best solutions for unique applications. (Prerequisite: Set Construction 101 and Prop design 202.)

TOPICS INCLUDE: MANUFACTURING • MOLD MAKING & CASTING • TRAINING DEMO WITH SPECIALTY MACHINERY • SCENIC TEXTURES • TREATMENTS • BUDGET