Jul 08, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024

THAR 4384 - Advanced Props Techniques: Steel Work


Advanced studies in metalworking for the props artisan covering armor research and construction techniques and stage weapon research and construction techniques.

Requisites: Permission required
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 6.0 hours.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 tutorial
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Create prop pieces from concept to reality.
  • Define the properties of steel for theatrical uses.
  • Demonstrate techniques that may include: cold shaping, use of forms, riveting, welding, brazing, soldering, heat and hammering.
  • Explain basic stage weapon construction and safe usage.
  • Identify and safely operate key tools, machinery and components in the production shop.
  • Understand and apply fundamental skills of armor construction and patterning.


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