Communication Arts, A.A. - Theatre Option
Effective: Fall, 2016
The Communication Arts major at Delaware County Community College blends the theoretical with the practical by providing students with a foundation in the study of human communication that prepares them to continue academic study in the field. In particular, students select specialized programs and related electives by choosing one of three degree program options: Communication Studies, Journalism, or Theatre. When selecting a Communication Arts program option, including courses and electives, the student should consult four-year transfer institution requirements.
The Theatre option is designed for students who wish to continue academic study in theatre, acting (for stage or film), directing, and/or technical theatre (lights, sound, set construction, etc.). Students who wish to continue to a four-year degree in theatre or performance art should choose this option.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Apply basic theories and principles of human communication.
- Apply the multiple skill sets which collaborate in the production of theatre and drama.
- Explain the history of theatre and acting and how these reflect and absorb the political and social history of the world.
- Apply theories of voice, movement and speech to the analysis and performance of a written text.
First Semester (15-16 credits)
| Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 100 - English Composition I | 3 |
| COMM 100 - Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Please pick one of the following courses highlighted in blue: | |
| DRA 100 - Introduction to Theatre | 3 |
| DRA 110 - Acting I | 3 |
| Please pick one of the following courses highlighted in blue: | |
| HIS 110 - American History I | 3 |
| HIS 120 - American History II | 3 |
| HIS 150 - World Civilizations I | 3 |
| HIS 160 - World Civilizations II | 3 |
| Electives |
|---|
| Any transferable Scientific Inquiry designated Science course (3-4 credits) |
Second Semester (15-16 credits)
| Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 112 - English Composition II: Writing About Literature | 3 |
| Please pick one of the following courses highlighted in blue: | |
| MAT 120 - Modern College Mathematics | 3 |
| MAT 121 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MAT 151 - College Algebra | 4 |
| MAT 152 - Precalculus | 4 |
| MAT 160 - Calculus I | 4 |
| Please pick one of the following courses highlighted in blue: | |
| DPR 100 - Introduction to Information Technology | 3 |
| DPR 101 - Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
| Please pick one of the following courses highlighted in blue: | |
| DRA 100 - Introduction to Theatre | 3 |
| DRA 110 - Acting I | 3 |
| Electives |
|---|
| Any PSY or SOC course (3 credits) |
Third Semester (15-16 credits)
| Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| DRA 116 - Stagecraft | 3 |
| Electives |
|---|
| Program Option Elective (3 credits) |
| Humanities Elective (3 credits) |
| Humanities Elective (foreign language recommended) (3 credits) |
| Science or Mathematics Elective (3-4 credits) |
Fourth Semester (15 credits)
| Electives |
|---|
| Program Option Elective (3 credits) |
| Social Science Elective (3 credits) |
| Humanities Elective (3 credits) |
| Humanities Elective (foreign language recommended) (3 credits) |
| Open Elective (3 credits) |
| Notes |
|---|
Program Option Electives: DRA 105, DRA 111, DRA 130, ENG 207, ENG 222, HUM 141, HUM 142 |
Total Credits: 61-63
