Technical Theatre: Properties

This award is not eligible for Financial Aid

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Properties is designed to provide students with skills in the acquisition, construction, alteration, maintenance, and repair of properties for theatrical performances. Courses include instruction in prop construction, sewing, use of tools, and creation and maintenance of production paperwork. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.

This is a Fast Track Certificate, which can be completed in two semesters or less.

Details

Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Technical Theatre: Properties (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5098N
Total credits required
12-14
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Notes

This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

What You'll Learn

This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:

  1. Demonstrate proficiency in theatrical construction, basic drafting, and hand and power tool usage.
  2. Demonstrate proficiency in hand sewing, basic pattern drafting, and machine sewing.
  3. Develop and maintain properties paperwork.
  4. Take accurate measurements using industry standards.
  5. Utilize shop tools for the production, maintenance, and alteration of theatrical properties and set dressing to industry standards.
  6. Recognize shop roles and responsibilities including safety protocols.
  7. Differentiate between various materials and hardware types and their uses.
  8. Analyze and execute the basic theories and skills in theatrical painting techniques.

Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Educational, Guidance, and Vocational Counselors

$52,532

Set and Exhibit Designers

$43,775

* Career and wage information provided by Lightcast using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Lightcast’s proprietary analytical processes. Lightcast’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed. Disclaimer

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Part-time Sequence

Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
THP213 Introduction to Technical Theatre Critical course Gateway course 4
THO250 Stage Properties 3
THO251 Safety Practices in Theatre and Film Production 1

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
THP206 or
THO267		 Introduction to Costume Construction for Theatre or Painting Techniques for Film, TV and Theatre 3–4
THP201AA or
THP201AB or
THO202AA or
THO202AC		 Theatre Production I or Theatre Production II or Theatre Production I Scene Shop or Theatre Production I Costume Shop May be taken in first or second term. 1–2
Course Area Key

Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.

Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.

Disclaimer

Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.

Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.

This certificate is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.

View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=184904).

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.