Costume Crafts and Design, Certificate of Achievement

Program Overview

The Costume Crafts and Design Certificate of Achievement prepares students for careers in costume and makeup in theatre and entertainment. The program provides a foundation in sewing construction, costume technology, theatrical makeup, and stage lighting. Students develop an understanding of costuming's role in theatrical production and demonstrate safe and efficient work habits. Graduates are prepared for careers as costume designers, makers, supervisors, makeup artists, and more.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Costume Crafts and Design Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students for a career in costume and makeup in theatre and related entertainment technology. The program provides students with a foundation in the technical aspects of costume design and production, including sewing construction, costume technology, theatrical makeup techniques, and stage lighting. Students will also develop an understanding of the function of costuming in theatrical production and demonstrate safe, efficient, and effective work habits.

Objectives:

• Assess the function of costuming as manifest in theatrical production.
• Demonstrate basic skills in sewing construction using critical thinking and creativity.
• Identify space needs, tools, equipment, and personnel needed for a costume shop operation.
• Demonstrate work habits that are safe, efficient, and effective.

Program Description:

This Certificate of Achievement program consists of 16 units of coursework, including 12 units of required courses and 4 units of elective courses. The required courses provide students with a foundation in the technical aspects of costume design and production. The elective courses allow students to tailor their program to their specific interests and career goals.

Outline:

Required Courses:

• TA 103 Theatre Appreciation (3 units)
• TA 120 Understanding Scenography (3 units)
• TA 123 Stage Lighting (3 units)
• TA 131 Costume Technology (3 units)
• TA 136 Theatrical Makeup Techniques (3 units)

Elective Courses (choose a minimum of 1 unit):

• TA 151 Theatre Production I (1 unit)
• TA 152 Theatre Production II (1 unit)
• TA 153 Theatre Production III (1 unit)
• TA 154 Theatre Production IV (1 unit)
• TA 155A Stage Costumer Workshop (1 unit)
• TA 155B Specialty Costume Dresser in Production (1 unit)
• TA 156A Stage Make-up Workshop (1 unit)
• TA 156B Make-up and Hair Assistant in Production (1 unit)
• TA 175 Summer Theatre Workshop (1-3 units)

Assessment:

Students in the Costume Crafts and Design program will be assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Written exams
• Practical exams
• Portfolios
• Presentations
• Class participation
Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in order to receive the Certificate of Achievement.

Teaching:

The Costume Crafts and Design program is taught by a team of experienced faculty who are dedicated to providing students with a high-quality education. The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on activities. Students will also have the opportunity to work on real-world projects in the SBCC Theatre Arts Department's costume shop and make-up lab.

Careers:

Graduates of the Costume Crafts and Design program will be prepared for a variety of careers in the theatre and entertainment industry, including:

• Costume designer
• Costume maker
• Wardrobe supervisor
• Theatrical makeup artist
• Make-up and hair stylist
• Stage manager
• Production manager