DANC  1110  Tap Dance
Instruction in the fundamental techniques and concepts associated with Tap dance. May be repeated one time for additional degree credit. Lab required. 1 credit hour. (A)  Note: Students may take DANC 1110, DANC 1128, DANC 1151, DANC 2151 for a combined total of no more than 18 credit hours.

 

DANC  1112  Dance Practicum
Practicum in dance related topics with emphasis on practical skills necessary for the field. May be repeated for credit once. Prerequisite: Consent of Associate Dean/Director. 1 credit hour. (A)

 

DANC  1128  Ballroom and Social Dance
Introductory instruction in the fundamental techniques and concepts associated with Ballroom and Social Dance. May be repeated one time for additional degree credit. Lab required. 1 credit hour. (A)  Note: Students may take DANC 1110, DANC 1128, DANC 1151, and DANC 2151 for a combined total of no more than 18 credit hours.

 

DANC  1151  Freshman Dance Performance
Instruction in dance performance through experiential projects at the freshman level. May be repeated one time for additional degree credit. Lab required. Prerequisite:  Audition.  1 credit hour. (A)  Note: Students may take DANC 1110, DANC 1128, DANC 1151, and DANC 2151 for a combined total of no more than 18 credit hours.

 

DANC  1201  Dance Composition - Improvisation
This introductory course in improvisation will investigate spontaneous problem solving as a means of generating movement for dance composition Students will be called upon to explore and respond to various forms of stimuli in a safe and supportive learning environment within solo and group work. Lab required. 2 credit hours. (A)

 

DANC  1241  Beginning Ballet
Instruction in the fundamental techniques and concepts associated with ballet. May be repeated one time for additional degree credit.  Lab required. 2 credit hours. (A)  Note: May be repeated one time for additional credit.

 

DANC  1245  Beginning Modern Dance
Instruction in the fundamental techniques and concepts associated with the concert form of modern dance. May be repeated one time for additional degree credit. Lab required. 2 credit hours. (A)  Note: May be repeated one time for additional credit.

 

DANC  1247  Beginning Jazz Dance
Instruction in the fundamental techniques and concepts associated with jazz dance. May be repeated one time for additional degree credit. Lab required. 2 credit hours. (A)  Note: May be repeated one time for additional credit.

 

DANC  1301  Dance Composition - Choreography
This course is an examination of the principles of movement generation, phrasing, choreographic structure, and manipulation. Integration of choreographic principles will foster the growth of personal artistic style. Lab required. Prerequisite: DANC 1201. 3 credit hours. (A)

 

DANC  1305  World Dance
A survey of dances from different cultures, their histories, and their influences on contemporary dance and society. Cultural origins, significance, motivations and techniques will be explored experientially. 3 credit hours. (A)

 

DANC  2151  Sophomore Dance Performance
Instruction in of dance performance through experiential projects at the sophomore level. May be repeated one time for additional degree credit. Lab required. Prerequisite:  Audition. 1 credit hour. (A)  Note: Students may take DANC 1110, DANC 1128, DANC 1151, and DANC 2151 for a combined total of no more than 18 credit hours.

 

DANC  2241  Intermediate Ballet
Instruction in the intermediate techniques and concepts associated with ballet. May be repeated one time for additional degree credit. Lab required. Prerequisite: DANC 1241 or consent of Associate Dean/Director. 2 credit hours. (A)
Note: May be repeated one time for additional credit.

 

DANC  2245  Intermediate Modern Dance
Instruction in the intermediate techniques and concepts associated with the concert form of modern dance. May be repeated one time for additional degree credit. Lab required. Prerequisite: DANC 1245 or consent of Associate Dean/Director. 2 credit hours. (A)
Note: May be repeated one time for additional credit.

 

DANC  2247  Intermediate Jazz Dance
Instruction in the intermediate techniques and concepts associated with jazz dance. May be repeated one time for additional degree credit. Lab required. Prerequisite: DANC 1247 or consent of Associate Dean/Director. 2 credit hours. (A)
Note: May be repeated one time for additional credit.

 

DANC  2303  Dance Appreciation
A general survey of dance forms designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, techniques, and purposes of the creative process. This course includes critical interpretation and evaluations of choreographic works and dance forms within cultural and historical contexts. Prerequisite:  Meet TSI standard for INRW 0315; or equivalent. 3 credit hours. (A)

 

DANC  2389  Academic Co-op Dance
Integrates on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in dance. In conjunction with class seminars, the student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of dance. Contact the Associate Dean/Director for more information. 3 credit hours. (A)