Communication Arts - Theatre Option, Associate in Arts (THEA)
Effective: Spring 2021
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.
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.
The College Transfer Office is set up to help Delaware County Community College students transfer to four-year colleges and universities. If you are planning to transfer, you are strongly encouraged to meet with a transfer advisor within your first two semesters (or before you reach 30 transferable college credits from all institutions attended).
| First Semester | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 100 | English Composition I | 3 |
| COMM 100 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| DRA 100 or DRA 110 | Introduction to Theatre or Acting I | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| American History I | ||
| American History II | ||
| World Civilizations I | ||
| World Civilizations II | ||
| Any transferable Scientific Inquiry designated Science course | 3-4 | |
| Hours | 15-16 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| ENG 112 | English Composition II: Writing About Literature | 3 |
| Any transferrable Quantitative Reasoning designated MAT course 1 | 3-4 | |
| CS 100 or CS 101 | Introduction to Information Technology or Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
| DRA 100 or DRA 110 | Introduction to Theatre or Acting I | 3 |
| Any PSY or SOC course | 3 | |
| Hours | 15-16 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| DRA 116 | Stagecraft | 3 |
| Program Option Elective | 3 | |
| Arts & Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| Arts & Humanities Elective (Foreign Language recommended) | 3 | |
| Science or Mathematics Elective | 3-4 | |
| Hours | 15-16 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| Program Option Elective | 3 | |
| Behavioral & Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| Arts & Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| Arts & Humanities Elective (Foreign Language recommended) | 3 | |
| Open Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Total Hours | 60-63 | |
Notes
Quantitative Reasoning designated courses.
- 1
Any transferable Quantitative Reasoning designated MAT course (not MAT 110 or MAT 125)
Scientific Inquiry designated courses.
Program Option Electives
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DRA 105 | Acting Shakespeare | 3 |
| DRA 111 | Acting II | 3 |
| DRA 130 | Voice and Movement | 3 |
| ENG 207 | Creative Writing: An Introduction to Playwriting | 3 |
| ENG 222 | Introduction to Shakespeare | 3 |
| HUM 141 | Film Language | 3 |
| HUM 142 | American Cinema | 3 |
Arts and Humanities Electives
This list does not indicate College Academic Learning Goal designation. Refer to your program curriculum for more information.
The subject areas listed are generally transferable to most institutions. However, transferability is always determined by the college or university you are planning to transfer to. Be sure to meet with a transfer advisor before making your course selections.
- ART - Art
- COMM - Communication Studies
- DRA - Drama
- ENG - English (ENG 115 and above)
- HUM - Humanities
- MUS - Music
- PHI - Philosophy
Some programs specify or recommend a Foreign Language.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign Languages: | ||
| Elementary French I | ||
| Elementary French II | ||
| Intermediate French I | ||
| Intermediate French II | ||
| Elementary Spanish I | ||
| Elementary Spanish II | ||
| Intermediate Spanish I | ||
| Intermediate Spanish II | ||
Behavioral and Social Science
This list does not indicate College Academic Learning Goal designation. Refer to your program curriculum for more information.
The subject areas listed are generally transferable to most institutions. However, transferability is always determined by the college or university you are planning to transfer to. Depending on the program at the transfer institution, the courses may only be accepted as free electives. Be sure to meet with a transfer advisor before making your course selections.
| First Semester | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 100 | English Composition I | 3 |
| COMM 100 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| DRA 100 or DRA 110 |
Introduction to Theatre or Acting I |
3 |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| American History I | ||
| American History II | ||
| World Civilizations I | ||
| World Civilizations II | ||
| Any transferable Scientific Inquiry designated Science course | 3-4 | |
| ENG 112 | English Composition II: Writing About Literature | 3 |
| Hours | 9-10 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| Any transferrable Quantitative Reasoning designated MAT course 1 | 3-4 | |
| CS 100 or CS 101 |
Introduction to Information Technology or Introduction to Computer Science |
3 |
| DRA 100 or DRA 110 |
Introduction to Theatre or Acting I |
3 |
| Hours | 9-10 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| Any PSY or SOC course | 3 | |
| DRA 116 | Stagecraft | 3 |
| Program Option Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Fifth Semester | ||
| Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| Humanities Elective (foreign language recommended) | 3 | |
| Science or Mathematics Elective | 3-4 | |
| Hours | 9-10 | |
| Sixth Semester | ||
| Program Option Elective | 3 | |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Seventh Semester | ||
| Humanities Elective (foreign language recommended) | 3 | |
| Open Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 60-63 | |
Quantitative Reasoning designated courses.
- 1
Any transferable Quantitative Reasoning designated MAT course (not MAT 110 or MAT 125)
Scientific Inquiry designated courses.
Program Option Electives
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DRA 105 | Acting Shakespeare | 3 |
| DRA 111 | Acting II | 3 |
| DRA 130 | Voice and Movement | 3 |
| ENG 207 | Creative Writing: An Introduction to Playwriting | 3 |
| ENG 222 | Introduction to Shakespeare | 3 |
| HUM 141 | Film Language | 3 |
| HUM 142 | American Cinema | 3 |
Arts and Humanities Electives
This list does not indicate College Academic Learning Goal designation. Refer to your program curriculum for more information.
The subject areas listed are generally transferable to most institutions. However, transferability is always determined by the college or university you are planning to transfer to. Be sure to meet with a transfer advisor before making your course selections.
- ART - Art
- COMM - Communication Studies
- DRA - Drama
- ENG - English (ENG 115 and above)
- HUM - Humanities
- MUS - Music
- PHI - Philosophy
Some programs specify or recommend a Foreign Language.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign Languages: | ||
| Elementary French I | ||
| Elementary French II | ||
| Intermediate French I | ||
| Intermediate French II | ||
| Elementary Spanish I | ||
| Elementary Spanish II | ||
| Intermediate Spanish I | ||
| Intermediate Spanish II | ||
Behavioral and Social Science
This list does not indicate College Academic Learning Goal designation. Refer to your program curriculum for more information.
The subject areas listed are generally transferable to most institutions. However, transferability is always determined by the college or university you are planning to transfer to. Depending on the program at the transfer institution, the courses may only be accepted as free electives. Be sure to meet with a transfer advisor before making your course selections.