Examination of the application of physics in the performance industry: issues affecting structural design of theatres; permanent (hemp, counterweight, motorized) and temporary (truss and motors) rigging systems; load calculations; safe rigging practices; fall arrest; engineering and construction of scenic elements. Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr. Prerequisite: THP 202 or THP 402 Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
