Citrus College Catalog 2009-2010 (ver. 10/22

SPAN 211
Reading and Composition for
Speakers of Spanish II
5 Units Grade or P/NP
Strongly recommended: SPAN 210
and fluency in oral Spanish. Also,
READ 099 if required by reading
placement exam or if required by
reading level.
A course for students who are fluent
speakers of Spanish but who need to
practice and refine their writing skills and
formal oral skills. Reading in the literature
of Spanish-speaking cultures. Review of
grammar. 90 lecture hours. CSU;UC
196
Speech
(Language Arts Department)
The Speech Communication program fosters
personal and professional success,
which depends on effective, ethical and
purposeful communication skills. The program
offers students a comprehensive introduction
to the study and practical
application of the Speech Communication
discipline by providing an opportunity to
improve oral and written communication
skills.
Speech Courses
(See Also Communications)
SPCH 100
Interpersonal Communication
3 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
Introduction to interpersonal communication:
verbal and non-verbal face-to-face
interactions; understanding messages sent
and received; awareness and resolutions
of communication barriers. 54 lecture
hours. CSU
SPCH 101
Public Address
3 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
An introductory course in speaking skills,
including the selection, preparation, and
delivery of speeches for various audiences
and situations. Principles and methods are
studied and practiced for the achievement
of ethical, purposeful, and effective public
speaking. 54 lecture hours. CSU;UC
SPCH 101H
Public Address/Honors
3 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
An introductory course in theory and techniques
of public speaking in a democratic
society. Discovery, development, and criticism
of ideas in public discourse through
research, reasoning, organization, composition,
presentation, and evaluation of informative
and persuasive speeches.
Principles and methods are studied and
practiced for the achievement of ethical,
purposeful, and effective public speaking.
Semester speech presentation project required.
54 lecture hours. CSU;UC
SPCH 103
Argumentation and Debate
3 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
Basic theories, principles, and methods for
various levels and forms of argumentation
and debate. Preparation and presentation
of practice debates on current issues. 54
lecture hours. CSU;UC
SPCH 106
Small Group Communication
3 Units
Principles, techniques, and uses of discussion
in contemporary society. Training and
practice in informal group discussion,
panel discussion, symposium and forum.
Emphasis on collaborative decision-making.
54 lecture hours. CSU;UC
SPCH 210
Forensics
3 Units Grade or P/NP
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
For students who desire to participate in
various intercollegiate speech contests
such as debate, oratory, extempore, impromptu,
and oral interpretation. This
course may be taken four times. 36 lecture
hours, 54 lab hours. CSU
Theatre Arts
(Fine and Performing Arts
Department)
Theatre Arts courses at Citrus College provide
preparation in the various aspects of
theatre practice: acting, directing, and
technical theatre through involvement in
productions staged each year in the Little
Theatre and on the main stage. Students
are prepared to continue their theatre
studies at colleges and universities or to
pursue careers in the theatre and related
fields.
Theatre Arts Courses
THEA 101
Introduction to Theatre Arts
3 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
Background and foundation for appreciation
and evaluation of theatre arts. Course
will include a study of dramatic structure,
history of the theatre, plays and playwrights,
and a study of contemporary theatre
production. 54 lecture hours per
week. CSU;UC
THEA 104
Voice and Movement for the Actor
3 Units Grade or P/NP
Strongly recommended: Concurrent
enrollment in THEA 201. Also, READ
099 if required by reading placement
exam or if required by reading level.
A course in vocal anatomy, physiology,
and phonetics as well as the exploration of
how the voice and body work. Designed to
develop the actor's awareness, relaxation,
flexibility, and responsiveness in order to
communicate openly and expressively.
This course may be taken four times. 54
lecture hours, 36 lab hours. CSU;UC
THEA 120
Introduction to Technical Theatre
3 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
An introduction to the equipment,
processes, and techniques used in the
production of stage settings, props,
sound, lighting, and costumes. 36 lecture
hours, 54 lab hours. CSU;UC
THEA 125
Technical Production Laboratory
2 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
A laboratory in the technical production of
stage scenery, lighting, sound, props, costuming
or makeup. This course may be
taken four times. 18 lecture hours, 90 lab
hours arranged. CSU;UC
THEA 130
Introduction to Theatrical Scenery
3 Units
Strongly recommended: THEA 120.
Also, READ 099 if required by reading
placement exa
A study of the equipment, processes and
techniques used in planning and executing
scenery for the stage. 36 lecture hours, 54
lab hours. CSU;UC
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