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Program Learning Objectives
Students will demonstrate an integrated understanding of dance training principles and competency in a variety of dance techniques that support performance.
Students will demonstrate the ability to apply fundamental principles of dance composition to their own creative process. They will recognize various choreographic processes, aesthetic properties of style, and the relationship between form and content.
Students will develop a fundamental knowledge of body mechanics, anatomy, kinesiology, and somatic practices applicable to work in dance, physical activity and health.
Students will recognize crucial historical developments, significant artistic works and philosophical constructs within dance history.
Students will communicate ideas effectively through oral, written, choreographic and performance skills, including technologically mediated work.
Students will demonstrate critical thinking and creative problem solving skills in theoretical and practical applications.
Students will understand cultural, gender, age, and aesthetic diversity through the study of dance.
Required Courses
DANC 221
Dance Appreciation
DANC 231
Intermediate Ballet
DANC 232
Intermediate Modern Dance
DANC 233
Intermediate Jazz Dance
DANC 340
Dance Composition
DANC 341
Dance Concert Practicum
Electives
Select from the following (at least 6 units must be 300-400 level):
Lower-Division Electives
DANC 130
Pilates and Conditioning Fundamentals
DANC 131
Beginning Ballet
DANC 132
Beginning Modern Dance
DANC 133
Beginning Jazz Dance
DANC 134
Beginning Ballroom Dance
DANC 135
International Folk Dance
DANC 210
Active Wellness
DANC 234
Intermediate Ballroom Dance
DANC/TH 280
Body Awareness and Expression
TH 220
Acting I
or
TH 235
Acting II
Upper-Division Electives
DANC 331
Advanced Ballet and Repertory
DANC 321
Cultural Influence on Dance in America
DANC 332
Contemporary Dance Repertory
DANC 345
Choreography/Workshop in Dance Concert Preparation
DANC 346
Dance Production
DANC 381
Dance Teaching Methods for Dance Minors
DANC 400
Special Problems
DANC 430
Advanced Selected Techniques
DANC 470
Selected Advanced Topics
DANC 471
Selected Advanced Laboratory
TH 315
Physical Theatre
Total units
24
DANC 341
can be substituted with an approved Dance Minor Project course
DANC 400
. Please see minor advisor.
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