College of Creative Arts and Media: School of Theatre and Dance
Technical Direction, MFA
The MFA in Technical Direction is a rigorous program designed to prepare the student with the skills needed to succeed in the professional world.
Our program features small class sizes with in-depth, individualized training, and early opportunities for leadership positions. This three year course of study encompasses the design, construction and implementation of scenery using industry standard technologies, materials and techniques.
Through production, you'll gain real-world experience in planning and managing the process from design to strike. You'll have the opportunity to serve in leadership positions like Assistant Technical Director, Technical Director or Production Manager guiding undergraduate students through the creations of their designs.
Coursework provides training in drafting (hand and computer aided), carpentry, welding, rigging, project management, leadership, health and safety, automation, painting, portfolio development and scenic design. Along with the design and technology core classes are electives to allow more in-depth training in subjects of your choice.