Department of Speech and Theatre
Course Offerings
Speech
SPH 1001 Fundamentals of Speech- 3 Credit Hours
A course in the fundamentals of speech presentation in audience situations with emphasis upon the development of effective research, organization, delivery and listening.
SPH 1002 Discussion & Debate- 3 Credit Hours
The course considers the study of speech in relation to contemporary life in the areas of public address, discussion and debate.
SPH 1204 Oral Communication Skills for Business, Industry & Technology-3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on the recognition and practical application
of speaking, listening and observing skills for the world of work.
Designed for students in business, technical and vocational programs,
the course stresses team building, critical thinking and problem
solving.
Theatre
THE 1005 Theatre Play Production- 3 Credit Hours
The study and production of a major play, revue and/or reader's
theatre. All areas of production related to acting, technical work,
business and public relations will be dealt with as areas of specific
assignments.
THE 1006 Acting- 3 Credit Hours
A first year course in basic skills in the art of acting in interpretation
of roles.
THE 2001 Oral Interpretation- 3 Credit Hours
Intensive study of literary selections involving critical reading and
interpretation of oral readings to audiences.
THE 2002 Introduction to Theatre- 3 Credit Hours
A study of the origins and the development of theatre arts from
primitive man to contemporary theatre movements. Representative
examples of theatre and/or performances. The application of critical
elements to a production will be used as a basis for the course. The
course deals primarily with western world theatre with a brief
presentation of theatre from the Middle and Far East.
THE 2005 Theatre Play Production- 3 Credit Hours
A continuation of THE 1005.
Faculty Email
Cory_Tomasson@ivcc.edu
David_Kuester@ivcc.edu
Norm_Engrom@ivcc.edu