Theatre Arts, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
Banner Code: 1_AAT_THEA
Control Number: 32081
Financial Aid Eligible
The mission and goals of the OCC Theatre Arts department fully support the overall mission and goals of the College. Our curriculum is student and community centered with a commitment to developing skills, challenging the intellect, and strengthening character as we prepare students for transfer and workplace development. The faculty and staff are dedicated to providing a quality education, to promoting creativity, innovation and academic excellence within a safe and supportive environment.
Students graduating with an Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer Degree are well positioned to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in a similar major within the California State University system with 60 units of upper-division coursework. Students who complete the Theatre Arts AA-T degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students must maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum 2.0 is required for CSU admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult a counselor for more information.
Program Outcomes
- Understand and demonstrate the fundamental performance and technical production processes for the theatre arts.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the historical and cultural dimensions of theatre, including the works of leading playwrights, actors, directors and designers, past and present.
- Develop a clear understanding of the interaction between script, actor, and audience and the areas of scenery, lighting, sound and costume.
Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements
The following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:
- Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
- Minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors require a higher GPA. Consult with a counselor for more information.
- Completion of a minimum of 18-semester units in the major as detailed in the Degree and Certificate section of this catalog. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C (or “P”) or better.
- Certified completion of the Cal-GETC/Breadth.
- A minimum of 12 units in residence within the Coast Colleges (Orange Coast College, Golden West College and/or Coastline College).
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| THEA A100 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 |
| or THEA A101 | Introduction to History and Literature of the Theatre | |
| THEA A106 | Acting Fundamentals | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Drama Rehearsal and Performance - Beginning | ||
| Comedy Rehearsal and Performance - Beginning | ||
| Musical Theatre Rehearsal and Performance - Beginning | ||
| Technical Theatre Practicum | ||
| OCC Theatre Repertory 1 | ||
| List A - Select three courses from above not yet taken or the following: | 9 | |
| Acting 2 | ||
| Stage Scenery | ||
| Stage Lighting | ||
| Make-Up | ||
| Stage Costuming | ||
| One of the following production courses not selected from the Required Core (3 units maximum): | ||
| Drama Rehearsal and Performance - Beginning | ||
| Comedy Rehearsal and Performance - Beginning | ||
| Musical Theatre Rehearsal and Performance - Beginning | ||
| Technical Theatre Practicum | ||
| Total Major Units | 18 | |
| California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC): 34 Units 1 | 31 | |
| Transferable electives as needed to satisfy 60-Unit AA Degree Requirement | 11.0 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
Program Sequence - Cal-GETC
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
Select one of the following tracks:
Performance Track
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| THEA A101 | Introduction to History and Literature of the Theatre | 3 |
| THEA A106 | Acting Fundamentals | 3 |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1A- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 4- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| RESTRICTED SELECTION- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Drama Rehearsal and Performance - Beginning or Comedy Rehearsal and Performance - Beginning or Musical Theatre Rehearsal and Performance - Beginning or Technical Theatre Practicum |
||
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| THEA A107 | Acting 2 7 | 3 |
| THEA A177 | Make-Up 7 | 3 |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1B- CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1C- CHOOSE ONE or ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) 1 | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 2- CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| Units | 15-17 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| THEA A175 or THEA A176 |
Stage Scenery 7 or Stage Lighting |
3 |
| HIST A170 |
History of the United States to 1876 2 or History of the United States to 1876 Honors or History of the United States Since 1876 or History of the United States Since 1876 Honors |
3 |
| ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 4- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 5A (no lab)-CHOOSE ONE 3 | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| POLS A180 or POLS A180H |
American Government and Politics 4 or American Government and Politics Honors |
3 |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 3A OR 3B- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| LOTE: Foreign Language or ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) 5 | 3-5 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 5B (with lab)- CHOOSE ONE 3 | 4 | |
| ELECTIVES (UC TRANSFERABLE) 6 | 2 | |
| Units | 15-17 | |
| Total Units | 60-64 | |
Technical Track
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| THEA A101 | Introduction to History and Literature of the Theatre | 3 |
| THEA A129 | Technical Theatre Practicum | 3 |
| THEA A176 or THEA A177 |
Stage Lighting 7 or Make-Up |
3 |
| IGETC GE AREA 1A- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 4- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| THEA A110 |
Theatre Laboratory Level 1 7 or Make-Up or Stage Costuming |
2-3 |
| POLS A180 or POLS A180H |
American Government and Politics 4 or American Government and Politics Honors |
3 |
| IGETC GE AREA 1B- CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 1C- CHOOSE ONE or ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) 1 | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 2- CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| Units | 14-17 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| THEA A106 | Acting Fundamentals | 3 |
| HIST A170 |
History of the United States to 1876 2 or History of the United States to 1876 Honors or History of the United States Since 1876 or History of the United States Since 1876 Honors |
3 |
| IGETC GE AREA 5A (no lab)- CHOOSE ONE 3 | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 3A OR 3B- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 4- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| THEA A177 or THEA A178 |
Make-Up 7 or Stage Costuming |
3 |
| ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) | 3 | |
| LOTE: Foreign Language or ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) 5 | 3-5 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 5B (with lab)- CHOOSE ONE 3 | 4 | |
| ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) 6 | 3 | |
| Units | 16-18 | |
| Total Units | 60-65 | |
- 1
IGETC GE Area 1C - CSU Requirement
- 2
American Ideals Requirement - IGETC GE AREA 3B and CSU Graduation Requirement OR take another course from IGETC GE AREA 3B
- 3
Lab can be taken with 5A or 5B
- 4
American Ideals Requirement - IGETC GE AREA 4 and CSU Graduation Requirement OR take another course from IGETC GE AREA 4
- 5
LOTE Requirement for UC only. If met LOTE through HS then take elective units to meet minimum 60 transferable units
- 6
Students may take additional THEA courses for electives such as THEA A111, THEA A131 Theatre Repertory series, Thea A111 and A112.
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Recommended Course Selections from List A (See Requirements)