Core Course Requirements (24 units) Obtaining a degree with this concentration requires 42 units, 24 units of upper division. • COMM 109 - Production Practicum Unit(s): 2. • COMM 240 - Conceptions of Stagecraft Unit(s): 3. • COMM 263 - Beginning Acting Unit(s): 3. • COMM 363 - Intermediate Acting Unit(s): 3. • COMM 405 - Dramatic Theory Unit(s): 3. • COMM 409 - Production Practicum II Unit(s): 2. • COMM 419 - Dramatic Design & Criticism Unit(s): 3. • COMM 468 - Drama for Christian Ministry Unit(s): 3. Electives • COMM 162 - Voice & Speech for Theatre Unit(s): 3. • COMM 215 - Theatrical Makeup Unit(s): 3. • COMM 232 - Costume Study & Construction Unit(s): 3. • COMM 280 - Oral Interpretation Unit(s): 3. • COMM 282 - Intercollegiate Forensics Unit(s): 2. • COMM 345 - Lighting & Sound for Theatre Unit(s): 3. • COMM 382 - Intercollegiate Forensics Unit(s): 2. • COMM 391 - Directing Theatre Unit(s): 3. • COMM 435 - Writing for Performance Unit(s): 3. • COMM 440 - Communication Internship Unit(s): 1 - 3. • COMM 450 - Communication Practicum Unit(s): 1 - 3. • COMM 463 - Advanced Acting Workshop Unit(s): 3. • COMM 469 - Rhetoric of Media Studies Unit(s): 3. • COMM 470 - Communication Seminar Unit(s): 1 - 3. • COMM 477 - London Theatre Study Tour Unit(s): 1 - 3. • COMM 480 - Directed Research Unit(s): 1 - 3. • CNMA 104 - History of Cinema Unit(s): 3. • CNMA 450 - Cinema & Media Arts Practicum Unit(s): 1 - 3. • CNMA 470 - Cinema & Media Arts Seminar Unit(s): 1 - 3. Note You may not count more than six units of COMM 440 Internship toward the major; students may only count a maximum of nine units which combine COMM 109; 409; 440; 450; 480 toward the major. Courses (COMM) COMM 100 - Introduction to Public Communication Development of communication skills in public speaking. The course will include presentational skills, attention to multicultural communication encounters, audience analysis, speech opportunities, research, organization and critical thinking. Unit(s): 3. COMM 109 - Production Practicum Beginning directed practical experience in dramatic production. Credit for performing in a play, set construction, costume construction, publicity, or other aspects of the theatrical process. Note(s): Must be repeated twice for a total of 4 units. Unit(s): 2. COMM 140 - Leadership Practicum I Provides students with the opportunity to learn, exercise and refine skills which will facilitate personal growth and increase their ability to solve problems as a member of the Leadership Community. Student should be enabled to reach higher levels of self- understanding and deeper insights into dynamics which enhance and hinder interpersonal relationships. Cannot substitute for General Education requirement. Note(s): Cannot be counted toward the major. May be repeated with different content. Unit(s): 1 - 3.
COMM 160 - Theatre Appreciation Appreciation of drama through an understanding of the components, terms, personnel, history, styles, and techniques of theatre. Note(s): Attendance at selected plays is required. Fee: Lab $60. Unit(s): 3. COMM 162 - Voice & Speech for Theatre Intensive training in the correct use of voice and articulation for the actor. Special attention paid to developing skills for vocal and physical relaxation, projection, and anatomical uses of the voice. Unit(s): 3. COMM 170 - Small Group Communication This course focuses on the individual ʼ s communication in a group setting: leadership in groups; group communication norms and processes with emphasis on problem solving and conflict management techniques. Unit(s): 3. COMM 181 - Introduction to Argumentation & Debate Effective oral communication: invention, analysis, evidence, methods of attack and defense and arrangement of ideas. Unit(s): 3. COMM 215 - Theatrical Makeup Makeup requirements for the stage. Individual skill development in character analysis. Application in pigment, plastic, hair, makeup, and selection and use of makeup equipment. Fee: $40, for makeup kit. Unit(s): 3. COMM 232 - Costume Study & Construction Design fundamentals, including costume history, research, play analysis, fabric selection, construction basics and hypothetical design projects. Fee: $25, for fabric purchases. Unit(s): 3. COMM 240 - Conceptions of Stagecraft Explorations in costuming, basic essentials of makeup, set design, sound, and multi-media usage. Fee: $25. Unit(s): 3. COMM 254 - Communication Theories Descriptions and applications of communication theories such as symbolic interaction, relational theories, narrative paradigm and selected group operational theories. Unit(s): 3. COMM 263 - Beginning Acting This foundational acting class emphasizes the use of the performer ʼ s body. Attention to various practical movement and vocalization theories will provide the student a great command of the performer ʼ s primary tool for acting. Unit(s): 3. COMM 270 - Interpersonal Communication This course focuses on developing communication skills in the dyadic setting including emphasis on essential preconditions, conflict management, interpersonal relationships, nonverbal behavior and creative supportive climates. Unit(s): 3. COMM 280 - Oral Interpretation Learning to read types of literature aloud in a manner that enhances and enriches the audience ʼ s understanding and appreciation of that literature. Unit(s): 3. COMM 282 - Intercollegiate Forensics Practical speech experience in debate and individual speaking events. Each section (COMM 282, 382) may be repeated once for a total of eight units. Unit(s): 2. COMM 320 - Advanced Public Communication Additional experience in improving public speaking skills in power point presentations, critiquing of speeches, and groups presentations. Speeches include: Semiotics Analysis; Apologetics Speech; Tribute Speech; and Group Presentation. Prerequisite(s): 100. Unit(s): 3.
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