Degree Details

2012-2013

Dramatic Arts (Associate in Arts)

The associate degree in Dramatic Arts certifies that a student has achieved a broad knowledge of the dramatic arts through a variety of specific experiences and, as a result, has produced a range of work signifying a thorough understanding of the discipline. This degree addresses the requirements for transfer to four-year colleges and universities and conservatory programs, and prepares students for entry-level careers in the entertainment industry as well.

Units Courses
Courses Required for the Major:
3 DRAM 105 Introduction to Dramatic Arts
4 DRAM 100A Fundamentals of Performance and Production I
4 DRAM 100B Fundamentals of Performance and Production II
3 DRAM 112 Introduction to Script Analysis
2 DRAM 122 Makeup for the Stage
4 DRAM 200A Fundamentals of Performance and Production III
4 DRAM 200B Fundamentals of Performance and Production IV
4 DRAM 250 Rehearsal, Production and Performance
Select six units from:
3 DRAM 132 Beginning Acting
3 DRAM 133 Intermediate Acting
3 DRAM 165 Introduction to Stage Movement
3 ENGL 240 Shakespeare
3 COMS 101 Voice and Articulation
3 ARTF 100 Art Orientation
3 ARTF 151 Three-Dimensional Design
3 ARTF 152 Color Theory
3 ARTF 155A Freehand Drawing I
3 FASH 120 Fashion History and Trends
3 MUSI 190 The Electronic Music Studio
3 MUSI 201 Recording Arts
3 MUSI 202 Computer Music
4 ACCT 116A Financial Accounting
3 BUSE 150 Human Relations in Business
3 BUSE 201 Business Organization and Management
2 DRAM 235 Literature to Life-A Scene Study Course
2 DRAM 268 Experimental Theatre
1 - 3 DRAM 290 Independent Study
34 = Total Units
and electives as needed to meet minimum 60 units required for the degree.

Note: Only one Dramatic Arts (DRAM) course from the above list may be used to satisfy SDCCD general education requirements.

Academic Requirements (Associate in Arts).

Electives as needed to meet minimum of 60 units required for the degree:

Recommended Electives:

While the required courses for the major in Dramatic Arts are intended to give the student a broad understanding of the various areas of study in the Dramatic Arts, elective classes give the student the option to pursue one of those areas in more detail. For the student interested in acting, additional acting classes or voice classes are recommended. The technician/design student would pursue classes in art history, fashion history or practical lab courses. The student interested in production management should enrol in business classes that would further their base knowledge in that area.

Transfer Information

Students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university should complete courses required for the university major and the general education pattern required by that transfer institution. See the Mesa College catalog TRANSFER INFORMATION section. Additional courses may be required to meet university lower-division requirements.

Course requirements at the transfer institution are subject to change and may be verified by a counselor or by consulting the current university catalog. Many Baccalaureate in Arts degrees require third semester competency in a foriegn language. Consult the current catalog of the transfer institution and consult with a counselor.

Please Note: This information is for informal use only! This is a converted electronic copy of the official printed 2011/2012 college catalog. Every effort has been made to ensure this information is up to date and accurate, but the college catalog is the authoritative source.