Speech

SPD 110 (3 CR)
Introduction to Speech Communication

Examines the elements affecting speech communication at the individual, small group, and public communication levels with emphasis on practice of communication at each level. Lecture 3 hours per week.

SPD 130 (3 CR)
Introduction to the Theatre

Surveys the principles of drama, the development of theatre production, and selected plays to acquaint the student with various types of theatrical presentations. Lecture 3 hours per week.

SPD 131-132 (3 CR) (3 CR)
Acting I-II

Develops personal resources and explores performance skills through such activities as theatre games, role playing, improvisation, work on basic script units, and performance of scenes. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hour. Total 5 hours per week.

SPD 136 (3 CR)
Theatre Workshop

Enables students to work on various activities of play production. The student participates in play production, set design, stage carpentry, sound, costuming, light, stage managing, props, promotion, or stage crew. May be repeated for credit. Lecture 3 hours per week.

SPD 137 (3 CR)
Oral Interpretation

Studies the theory and practice of performing various types of literature: prose, poetry, and drama. Emphasizes the relationship among the oral interpreter, the literary work, and the audience. Lecture 3 hours per week.

SPD 151-152 (3 CR) (3 CR)
Film Appreciation I-II

Aims to increase the student’s knowledge and enjoyment of film and film criticism through discussion and viewing of movies. Lecture 3 hours per week.

SPD 233-234 (1-4 CR) (1-4 CR)
Rehearsal and Performance I-II

Explores various aspects of the theatre through involvement in college theatre production. Variable hours per week.