In this class, students learn about the basic tools and techniques to build and repair various entertainment industry cable assemblies. They learn about various types of cables used in the entertainment industry, how they are constructed, and how to repair them. The course will cover the tools needed to perform these activities and how to use them. By completing this course, students will be able to differentiate between cable types; describe how different types of cable are constructed; exhibit an understanding of, and facility in, constructing and repairing cables by mechanical means; and exhibit an understanding of, and basic facility in, constructing and repairing cables by soldering.
Details
Language: English
Format: In-person
Trainer
Matt Marcus, IATSE Local 415
Location: Tucson, AZ
Matt Marcus is an Assistant Professor of Practice in Sound Design and runs the theatre sound area. He teaches courses in sound for live production, sound design, and entertainment technology. Matt has been working professionally as a sound designer and engineer since 1986. He has toured extensively with concert and musical theatre productions, holding the positions of sound department head, A2, systems technician, and production manager. In 2005, Matt co-designed and ran sound for the debut tour of Love, Sweet Love, a musical featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach and Hal David. In addition to his work in the theatre, Matt has mixed live concert sound for hundreds of national and international recording artists of every genre, in front of audiences ranging from thirty to thirty thousand. He has designed sound for countless plays and musicals, both traditional and experimental, as well as art installations and museum exhibits. From 1990 to 1993, Matt gave his ears a rest and served as Property Master for the children's television show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. He is a member of the Theatrical Sound Designers and Composers Association, and the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees Local 415, where he has served as President, Vice President, and Apprenticeship Officer.