# Technical Theatre (Certificate of Achievement)

San Diego City College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Dramatic Arts

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### Summary

The Certificate of Achievement in Technical Theatre provides additional preparation for theatre majors to find entry-level work in all aspects of technical theatre. The award provides students with additional support when they transfer to four-year institutions where technical theatre is emphasized.

Students who successfully complete this award will be able to:

-   Design and implement stage scenery, lighting, and sound equipment;
-   Organize the technical operations of stage productions;
-   Create original makeup designs and apply makeup for original characters; and
-   Design and paint small- and large-scale scenery for the stage.

**Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Technical Theatre Program will be able to:**

1.  Effectively practice the theatre arts through involvement in the creation and presentation of public performances in theatre.
2.  Develop a structural approach to interpretation of language in dramatic text.
3.  Explain and practice basic production processes such as acting, scenic, costume, and make-up design, and technical operation related to production.
4.  Identify the historical and cultural dimension of theatre, including the works of leading playwrights, actors, directors, and designers.
5.  Acquire intercultural and multicultural understanding, as well as perception of the universal and timeless human conflicts presented in dramatic works.
6.  Augment the discipline, cooperation,accountability, and perseverance necessary for positive self-identification and success in life.

### Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR:** | | 18 |
| DRAM 123 | Beginning Stagecraft | 3 |
| DRAM 124 | Makeup for the Stage | 3 |
| DRAM 126 | Advanced Stagecraft | 3 |
| DRAM 143 | Beginning Costuming | 3 |
| DRAM 129A | Beginning Scene Painting | 3 |
| DRAM 129B | Intermediate Scene Painting | 3 |
| or DRAM 153 | Intermediate Costuming | 3 |