THTR 2244 Computer Aided Drafting and Design
Computer Aided Drafting and Design is a beginning course using the VectorWorks software to introduce students to 2-dimensional drafting of plans for the stage using computer software. The course will also look at tools for lighting designers and 3-dimensional modeling. The program is free for students to install on their personal computer. Vectorworks is an entertainment and theater industry standard, but it also has applications for architecture, landscape and interior design.
Course overview
- Department
- Theatre
- School
- MCAS
- Credits
- 1
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Offered
- Biannually in the Fall, Biannually in the Spring
Requirements fulfilled
Course evaluations
- Course rating
- 4.67 / 5 · Excellent
- Instructor rating
- 4.50 / 5 · Excellent
- Terms evaluated
- 2
| Term | Instructor | Course overall | Instructor overall | Well organized | Clear learning objectives | Intellectually challenging | Helpful assignments | Applicable beyond course | Attendance necessary | Weekly effort | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2024 | Crystal Tiala | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | — | 2 of 4 |
| Fall 2023 | Crystal Tiala | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 1–3 hrs/week | 4 of 4 |