Theatre Arts – Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer

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1007.00

The Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer is designed to build students’ performance skills in the area of theatrical production –including acting, stagecraft and technical theatre; to enrich students’ aesthetic and intellectual proficiency in theatre, theatre history, and literature; and to provide pre-professional training.  The AA-T in Theatre Arts emphasizes production and experience in the creation of theatrical performances.  At the same time, the degree offers courses in all aspects of the theatre, both artistic and academic. Faculty, staff and students work closely together to build a solid foundation in the practical, artistic and historical aspects of theatre.

Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements

  • 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU-transferable units.
  • Completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC); or students with rights to former general education patterns can complete California State University-General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE-Breadth) or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC-CSU) pattern.
  • A minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in the major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district.
  • Obtainment of a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0.
  • All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or P if the course is graded on a P/NP basis.

PLEASE NOTE: The courses that universities and colleges require for transfer vary. When selecting courses for transfer purposes, students should consult with an Academic Counselor to determine the particular transfer requirements of specific institutions.

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Program Outcomes

  • Demonstrate an understanding of theatre concepts, elements, and terminology.
  • Collaborate with others in the production of theatrical works.
  • Research, analyze, and interpret dramatic literature and theatre arts.

Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer Degree

REQUIRED CORE
THRT 001INTRODUCTION TO THEATER3
or THRT 005A THEATRE HISTORY I
THRT 002AACTING I3
Select a maximum of three units of the following:3
THRT 028
STUDIO PRODUCTION - REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE
THRT 029
REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE
THRT 030
STAGE TECHNIQUES
LIST A - SELECT THREE OF THE FOLLOWING:9-10
THRT 002B
INTERMEDIATE ACTING
THRT 009
SCRIPT ANALYSIS
THRT 010A
MAKEUP FOR STAGE AND SCREEN
THRT 012A
TECHNICAL THEATER
THRT 013
INTRODUCTION TO SCENIC DESIGN
THRT 015
COSTUME CRAFTS
THRT 041
FUNDAMENTALS OF STAGE LIGHTING
THRT 042
FUNDAMENTALS OF THEATRICAL DESIGN
Select a maximum of three units from the following Required Courses not already used:
THRT 028
STUDIO PRODUCTION - REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE
THRT 029
REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE
THRT 030
STAGE TECHNIQUES
Required Subtotal18-19
Cal-GETC 134
Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
Degree Total60
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Students with rights to former general education patterns are able to use the CSU GE or IGETC-CSU in lieu of Cal-GETC to complete the general education requirement of this degree. Students should consult with an Academic Counselor to help determine which general education pattern to complete.

Visit the Program Mapper for a suggested sequence of courses.

General Education Requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer

  • General Information
  • Cal-GETC
  • Students with rights to the former general education patterns can complete IGETC-CSU or CSU GE in lieu of Cal-GETC. Students should consult with an Academic Counselor to determine which general education pattern to complete and may refer to an appropriate archived College Catalog or www.assist.org for more information.