Courses and Programs 1997-1999
Courses and Programs 1997-1999Dance 120. Modern Dance I. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Introduction and practice of basic dance concepts, including preparatory techniques and guided creativity problems. No previous modern dance experience required. Materials fee. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
Dance 130. Ballet I. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Introduction to the basic skills, vocabulary, and tradition of ballet with concentration on control and proper alignment. No previous ballet experience required. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
Dance 140. Jazz I. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Introduction to the modern jazz style with concentration on isolation and syncopation. No previous jazz experience required. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
Dance 150. Tap Dance I. (0-3) Cr. 1. Instruction and practice in basic tap technique and terminology. No previous tap experience required. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
Dance 160. Ballroom Dance I. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Instruction and practice in foxtrot, waltz, swing, cha cha, rhumba, tango, and selected contemporary dances. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
Dance 170. Folk and Square Dance. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Instruction and practice in various international folk dances and American square dance. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
Dance 199. Dance Continuum. Cr. 0.5 to 2 each time taken, maximum of 6 credits. F.S. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Advance registration required. Continued instruction and practice in either modern dance, recreational dance, ballet, jazz and/or compositional skills. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
Dance 210. Aspects of Rhythmic Movement and Dance. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: Exercise and sport science majors or by permission of instructor. Survey and practice of the relation of rhythm to movement activities. and basic dance concepts. Emphasis on methods of teaching rhythm.
Dance 211. Fundamentals of Folk, Square, and Social Dance. (0-3) Cr. 1. Skill enhancement, understanding, and progressions. Designed for exercise and sport science majors, open to others.
Dance 220. Modern Dance Composition. (1-3) Cr. 2. S. Prereq: 120 or previous modern dance experience. Theory and practice of the creative skills involved in solo and small group composition.
Dance 222. Modern Dance II. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: 120 or previous modern dance experience. Dance techniques emphasizing strength, balance, endurance, rhythmic activity and extended combinations. Materials fee.
Dance 223. Modern Dance III. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: 222. Continued experience in dance techniques and extended combinations. Emphasis on maturation of skill and artistry. Exposure to a variety of modern dance technical styles. Materials fee.
Dance 224. Concert and Theatre Dance. (Same as Thtre 224.) (0-3) Cr. 0.5 to 2, maximum of 6 credits. F.S. Prereq: By audition only. Choreography, rehearsal, and performance in campus dance concerts and/or musical theatre productions. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
Dance 232. Ballet II. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: Previous ballet experience. Technical skills in the classical movement vocabulary. Emphasis on alignment, techniques, sequence development, and performing quality.
Dance 233. Ballet III. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: 232. Concentration on technical proficiency at the intermediate level. Pointe work and partnering opportunities available.
Dance 242. Jazz II. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: Previous jazz dance experience. Dance concepts within the jazz idiom. Instruction in extended movement sequences and artistic interpretation.
Dance 243. Jazz III. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: 242. Integration of the concepts of jazz dynamics, phrasing, and skills into performance situations. Some repertory work of historical and contemporary pieces.
Dance 262. Ballroom Dance II. (0-2) Cr. 1. Prereq: Previous ballroom dance experience. Practice in ballroom dance routines. Emphasis on style, posture, and footwork. Defining technique and execution. Leading and following more defined.
Dance 270. Dance Appreciation. (2-0) Cr. 2. F. Introduction to dance as an art form, emphasizing abilities to analyze and appreciate various dance styles. No dance experience required.
Dance 320. Sound and Movement. (2-2) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered 1999. Prereq: 220. Intermediate composition based on the relationship of movement to improvised sounds, rhythmic scores, and the musical works of composers from various periods.
Dance 360. History and Philosophy of Dance. (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered 1998. Prereq: 270. Study of the history of dance from early to modern times with emphasis on the theories and philosophies of contemporary modern dance, dancers, and dance educators.
Dance 370. Advanced Studies in Dance. Cr. 1 to 3 in any one semester to a maximum of 8 credits. F.S. Prereq: 2 credits in dance. Advance registration required. Designed to meet special interests and talents of students to include both group and independent study in various aspects of dance as a performing art including production, choreography, and performance.
Dance 384. Teaching Children's Dance. (1-3) Cr. 2. S. Prereq: 210, EX SP 275. Content, experiences, and methods of a comprehensive dance program at the elementary school level. Theories and practice in guiding elementary school children in expressive movement experiences.
Dance 385. Methods of Teaching Dance. (1-3) Cr. 2. F. Prereq: 210, 211. Methods and techniques of teaching recreational dance forms. Introduction to teaching educational modern dance.
Dance 386. Teaching Dance Technique and Composition. (1-3) Cr. 2. Alt. F., offered 1997. Prereq: 320. Teaching of dance as an expressive art form with emphasis on technique, rhythm, and the creative teaching process.
Dance 490. Independent Study. Cr. 1 to 6, maximum of 6. Prereq: 6 credits in dance and permission of coordinator. Independent study of problems or areas of interest in dance.