2018 - 2019
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Stage Technology
Career Cluster:	Arts, A/V Technology and Communication

CCC	
CIP Number	0650050201	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	17 credit hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	27-4099 – Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to provide students with the foundational skills required for initial employment in the live entertainment industry. 

This certificate program is part of the Theater and Entertainment Technology AS degree program (1650050202).

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster. 

The content should include, but not be limited to, stagecraft, lighting, and sound production for theatrical/entertainment productions.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Construct and install scenery to the specifications required in a scene design. 
02.0	Perform the duties of a stage hand. 
03.0	Install and operate sound equipment for performance. 
04.0	Hang circuit and focus stage lights to the specifications required in a lighting design. 
05.0	Perform the duties of a light board operator and follow spot operator. 
06.0	Function as part of a technical team in planning, implementing, and running the technical aspects of theatrical/entertainment productions.

2018 - 2019
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Stage Technology 
CIP Number:	0650050201
Program Length:	17 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		27-4099

This certificate program is part of the Theater and Entertainment Technology AS degree program (1650050202).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:
	
01.0	Construct and install scenery to the specifications required in a scene design – the student will be able to: 	
01.01	Use hand and power tools commonly found in scene shops. 	
01.02	Choose the appropriate materials and hardware for scenic construction. 	
01.03	Construct common two-dimensional scenery. 	
01.04	Construct common three-dimensional scenery. 	
01.05	Demonstrate application techniques used in painting scenery. 	
01.06	Construct properties and mechanical special effects.  	
02.0	Perform the duties of a stage hand – the student will be able to:	
02.01	Operate equipment commonly found in performance venues.	
02.02	Determine methods for scenery repair within a limited time frame.	
02.03	Assume crew chief responsibilities.	
02.04	Perform all duties in a disciplined manner as required by the demands of performance.	
03.0	Install and operate sound equipment for performance – the student will be able to:	
03.01	Identify sound equipment used in productions.	
03.02	Assemble various components to develop an audio recording or reinforcement system.	
03.03	Install a sound system resulting in optimal performance and safety of the equipment.	
03.04	Operate sound equipment in both record and playback mode.	
04.0	Hang circuit and focus stage lights to the specifications required in a lighting design – the student will be able to:	
04.01	Read a standard lighting plot.	
04.02	Read a standard instrument schedule.	
04.03	Identify stage lighting equipment.	
04.04	Hang and circuit lights for a stage production.	
04.05	Focus lights for a stage production.	
05.0	Perform the duties of a light board operator and follow spot operator – the student will be able to:	
05.01	Program and execute cues on a computerized lighting console in both rehearsal and performance. 	
05.02	Execute cues using a follow spot in rehearsal and performance.	
06.0	Function as part of a technical team in planning, implementing and running the technical aspects of theatrical/entertainment productions – the student will be able to:	
06.01	Perform as a member of a team within the framework of an organized production.	
06.02	Schedule job assignments in order to meet production deadlines.	
06.03	Apply accepted principles of theater technology to production situations.	
06.04	Adapt learned skills and generate new approaches to solve unique production problems.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the intercurricular career and technical student organization(s) providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml