Theatre, B.A.

Technology Competency Skills

Saint Leo University Technology Competency Skills                                             

Technology is threaded through our personal, professional, and educational interactions. To successfully manage these interactions - specifically relating to education and employment - our students must have the ability to navigate and operate essential computer functions, beyond social media. Demonstrating competency of basic technology skills is essential for the success of all Saint Leo University students.

Saint Leo University requires undergraduate students to demonstrate technology competency prior to degree conferral. These technology competency skills can be satisfied through a waiver exam, microcredential module, or academic course (COM-140 or equivalent, earning a grade of C or better within 10 years). Students should meet with their advisors to discuss options and establish a plan to satisfy the graduation requirement.

Technology Competency Skills Microcredential:

A self-paced, online module designed to develop and reinforce computer competencies and literacy. The module introduces general computer operations using current computing technologies and software. Selected topics include the Internet, security and safety, digital communication practices, operating systems, as well as creating and evaluating documents, worksheets, and presentations. Guidelines for selecting computer hardware and software are addressed. Satisfactory completion of this microcredential meets the Saint Leo University Technology Competency Skills graduation requirement. Upon completion the microcredential, students will earn a digital badge. This badge can be shared as confirmation of demonstrated skill and ability. This course is not covered by financial aid.

Technology Competency Skills Waiver Exam:

Students may take the technology competency skills waiver exam to satisfy the Saint Leo University technology competency skill requirement. The Waiver Exam tests your knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Windows, and the Internet. The exam is Pass/Fail and you must receive a minimum score of 74% to pass. 

University Campus Only Course Requirements

• SLU 101 - First Year Experience 1 credit
• SLU 125 - Choosing Wellness 3 credits

University Explorations (42 credit hours)

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Program Requirements - 38 credit hours

Practical Skills in Theatre course is one of a series of courses that students will take during the four years at Saint Leo to build on and improve these transferable skills through a synthesis of theatre training and specific application of theatre skills to the workforce.

• FAS 101 - Practical Skills in Theatre 1 credit
• FAS 102 - Practical Skills in Theatre 1 credit
• FAS 201 - Practical Skills in Theatre 1 credit
• FAS 202 - Practical Skills in Theatre 1 credit
• FAS 301 - Practical Skills in Theatre 1 credit
• FAS 302 - Practical Skills in Theatre 1 credit
• FAS 401 - Practical Skills in Theatre 1 credit
• FAS 402 - Practical Skills in Theatre 1 credit

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• FAS 127 - Acting 3 credits
• FAS 137 - Stagecraft 3 credits
• FAS 147 - Script Analysis 3 credits
• FAS 450 - Senior Seminar 3 credits

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  Complete 18 credits from the following choices:

• FAS 227 - Acting II Scene Study 3 credits
• FAS 228 - Movement I 3 credits
• FAS 237 - Introduction to Scenography 3 credits
• FAS 247 - Theatre History I 3 credits
• FAS 327 - Acting III Acting for Camera and Voice 3 credits
• FAS 328 - Movement II 3 credits
• FAS 337 - Advanced Direction 3 Credits
• FAS 338 - Stage Management 3 credits
• FAS 347 - From Page to Stage 3 credits
• FAS 348 - Devised Theatre 3 credits
• FAS 349 - Introduction to Dramatic Writing 3 credits
• FAS 427 - Selected Topics in Acting 3 credits
• FAS 430 - Digital Performance 3 credits
• FAS 436 - Theatre Practicum 1 credit
• FAS 437 - Selected Topics in Technical Theatre 1 credit
• FAS 447 - Selected Topics in History, Literature and Creation 1 credit

General Elective Credits: Complete enough general elective credit hours to fulfill total hours required for degree completion.

Total Credits: 120