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Communications, Arts & Humanities Division:
Communication Arts, Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.S)
Theatre Option (THEA), Journalism Option (JOUR) and,
Communication Studies Option (COMM)
This curriculum is designed for students who wish to continue academic
study in the field of communication including, but not limited to, theatre,
journalism, public relations, advertising, interpersonal communication,
corporate communication and mass communication. The Communication Arts
major at Delaware County Community College blends the theoretical with
the practical. Students must choose an option within the major: theatre,
journalism or communication studies.
All Communication Arts majors take core courses required for the associate
in arts degree as well as for the bachelor of arts degree from most
transfer institutions. In addition, students select specialized courses
and related electives. When selecting Communication Arts electives,
the student should consult four-year transfer institution requirements.
Upon successful completion of this curriculum, students should be able
to:
- Apply the basic theory and principles of human communication.
- Communicate effectively using critical thinking and organization.
- Describe the impact of communications practitioners and recognize the moral and ethical responsibilities inherent in the application of communication theory and technology.
- Recognize the varied contributions made by the objective observer and recorder.
- Demonstrate the importance of the artist and the arts to American culture.
- Develop and employ a perspective on the present through the study of ancient and past civilizations and cultures.
All Communication Arts students are required to take the general education course core courses listed below. These courses are necessary for transfer since they form the basis for all Communication Arts degree requirements. In addition, students select 12 credits from those courses required or recommended for the students' chosen option. When carefully chosen, the general humanities, social science, science/math and open electives provide the foundation necessary for success in an advanced transfer program.
General Education Core (60-66 Credits) ENG 100 English Composition I 3 |
First Semester (15-17 Credits) ENG 100 English Composition I 3 Second Semester ( 15 Credits) ENG 112 English Composition II 3 Third Semester (15-17 Credits) ________ Option Requirements or Option Electives 6 Fourth Semester (15-17 Credits) ________ Option Requirements or Option Elective 3 Total Hours Required 60-66 |
Communication Arts Degree Program Options:
I. Theatre Option (THEA): Students will select from the following courses to meet the option requirement and prepare for a theatre degree in performance, design, direction, administration, or education. Although these courses are oriented primarily toward stage performance, they apply to television and film as well. Students enrolled in the theatre option, in order to graduate, will participate in at least one Delaware County Community College drama presentation.
Students select from the following courses to meet the Theatre Option requirements: 12 credits
- DRA 100 Introduction to Theatre (Required)
- DRA 110 Acting I (Required)
- DRA 111 Acting II
- DRA 112 Voice Enhancement
- DRA 115 Set Design and Construction
- DRA 120 Theatre Make-Up
- DRA 200 Modern Drama
- ENG 222 Introduction to Shakespeare
- HUM 141 Film Language
- HUM 142 American Cinema
- MUS 127 Survey of American Musical
Students may also select from the above courses to meet humanities and open elective requirements.
II. Journalism Option (JOUR): This option is intended to prepare students for a career in the print media field. Students contemplating a career in newspaper writing, photojournalism, public relations, and news-writing for the electronic media should elect this option.
Students select from the following courses to meet the Journalism Option requirements: 12 credits
- ENG 130 Fundamentals of Journalism I (Required)
- ENG 131 Fundamentals of Journalism II (Required)
- ENG 205 Creative Writing
- ART 160 Black and White Photography I
- ART 161 Black and White Photography II
- ART 162 Black and White Photography III
- ART 166 Black and White Digital Negative
- ART 169 Medium and Large Format Photography
- BUS 231 Principles of Advertising
- SPE 115 Introduction to Public Relations
Students may also select from the above courses to meet humanities and open elective requirements.
III. Communication Studies Option (COMM): This concentration is designed for students interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree in Communication Studies. Completing this option prepares students for further study at the baccalaureate level or for career enhancement.
Students must complete 6 credits in speech communication (SPE) and 6 additional credits from the following list to meet the Communication Studies Option: 12 credits
- SPE 105 Small Group Communication
- SPE 111 Public Speaking
- SPE 115 Introduction to Public Relations
- SPE 200 Argumentation and Debate
- HUM 141 Film Language
- HUM 142 American Cinema
- BUS 230 Principles of Marketing
- BUS 231 Principles of Advertising
Students may also select from the above courses to meet humanities and open elective requirements