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34 courses with the subject DAN, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

DAN 101Dance History3

Description: A study of the development of dance as an art form from the Romantic Era at the end of the 19th century to the contemporary scene. Representative choreographers, dance theories, trends and personalities are discussed. The course includes film shows and subsequent seminar discussion related SUNY GE-SART; SUNY GEN ED -GART; NCC GEN ED -FAPA, HUM Offered: Fall Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
Satisfactory completion of Remedial Reading.
DAN 105Choreography I2

Description: This is the first course in the DAN 105 - DAN 106 sequence. The use of improvisation to introduce and develop elements of dance composition through exploration of the factors of space, rhythm and dynamics; solo and group studies. Additional independent studio hours are required (3 hours). SUNY GE-SART; SUNY GEN ED -GART; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
for Dance A.A majors only or permission of the department
DAN 106Choreography II2

Description: The use of improvisation to introduce and develop elements of dance composition through exploration of the factors of space, rhythm and dynamics; solo and group studies. Additional independent studio hours are required (3 hours). SUNY GE-SART; SUNY GEN ED -GART; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
DAN 105 .
DAN 109Dance for Musical Theater I1

Description: Training for movement for musical theatre with emphasis in modern jazz and tap (3 hours). SUNY GEN ED -n/a; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
for Acting A.A. degree majors only or permission of the Department.
DAN 117African American Dance Ensemble, Rehearsal and Performance1

Description: (Dual listed with AFR 110 - AFR 111 ) This is the first course in the DAN 117 - DAN 118 sequence. Participation in the production, rehearsal and performance of the African American Dance Ensemble Productions. SUNY GE-SART; SUNY GEN ED -n/a; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Fall, Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 118African American Dance Ensemble, Rehearsal and Performance1

Description: (Dual listed with AFR 110 - AFR 111 ) This is the second course in the DAN 117 - DAN 118 sequence. Participation in the production, rehearsal and performance of the African American Dance Ensemble Productions. SUNY GE-SART; SUNY GEN ED -n/a; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Fall Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 125A Survey of the Art of African American - Dancers and Choreographers3

Description: (Dual listed with AFR 112 ) An introduction to the contributions of African American creative and performing artists to the development of social and theatrical dance in America. Classroom demonstrations by representative artists and field trips to dance concerts are part of the curriculum. SUNY GE-SART, SHUM; SUNY GEN ED -GART, GHUM; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Fall, Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 126Introduction to Modern Dance1

Description: Studio work in basic dance techniques; movement and combinations explored and analyzed with emphasis on elements of space, energy and time. The aim: to develop (1) body awareness; (2) the ability to control and direct one's own body in organized rhythmic movement; (3) organic dance movement SUNY GE-SART; SUNY GEN ED -GART; NCC GEN ED -PED, HUM Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 127Contemporary I2

Description: This is the first course in the DAN 127 - DAN 128 sequence. Training in modern dance techniques to develop (a) the body as a performing instrument, and (b) an awareness of the movement principles and aesthetic elements of specific dance studies (3 hours). SUNY GE-SART; SUNY GEN ED -GART; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
Dance Major or permission of department.
DAN 128Contemporary II2

Description: This is the second course in the DAN 127 - DAN 128 sequence. Training in modern dance techniques to develop (a) the body as a performing instrument, and (b) an awareness of the movement principles and aesthetic elements of specific dance studies (3 hours). SUNY GEN ED-n/a; NCC GEN ED-HUM Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
DAN 127.
DAN 129Rehearsal and Performance1

Description: This is the first course in the DAN 129 - DAN 132 sequence. Study and performance of selected choreographed works and new works which may be traditional, contemporary or experimental in concept and structure. (Available for one credit each semester to be taken in a four-semester sequence.) SUNY GEN ED -n/a; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Fall Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
for Dance A.A. degree majors only or permission of the department.
DAN 130Rehearsal and Performance1

Description: This is the second course in the DAN 129 - DAN 132 sequence. Study and performance of selected choreographed works and new works which may be traditional, contemporary or experimental in concept and structure. (Available for one credit each semester to be taken in a four-semester sequence.) SUNY GEN ED -n/a; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
for Dance A.A. degree majors only or permission of the department.
DAN 131Rehearsal and Performance1

Description: This is the third course in the DAN 129 - DAN 132 sequence. Study and performance of selected choreographed works and new works which may be traditional, contemporary or experimental in concept and structure. (Available for one credit each semester to be taken in a four-semester sequence.) SUNY GEN ED -n/a; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Fall Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
for Dance A.A. degree majors only or permission of the department.
DAN 132Rehearsal and Performance1

Description: This is the fourth course in the DAN 129 - DAN 132 sequence. Study and performance of selected choreographed works and new works which may be traditional, contemporary or experimental in concept and structure. (Available for one credit each semester to be taken in a four-semester sequence.) SUNY GEN ED -n/a; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
for Dance A.A. degree majors only or permission of the department.
DAN 139Ballet for Non-Majors2

Description: A course designed for non-major students. The non-major students will acquire essential ballet terminology, knowledge of movement theories as well as practical understanding of the classical and contemporary principles of ballet aesthetics as a performing art. Areas of class work will inclu SUNY GEN ED -n/a; NCC GEN ED -FAPA Offered: Fall, Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 140Ballet and Dance3
Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
193478-undated-ncc.edu
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 141Students who have completed DAN1

141 will not receive credit for DAN 161. NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
193478-undated-ncc.edu
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 150Ballet I1

Description: This is the first in the series of DAN 150 - DAN 151 Ballet classes which provides foundational training for students in the Ballet Level I technique. Emphasis is placed on body alignment, musical phrasing, ballet vocabulary and development of training principles. Formerly DAN 140. Students NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Fall Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 151Ballet II1

Description: This is the second in the series of DAN 150 - DAN 151 Ballet classes which provides foundational training for students in the Ballet Level II technique. Emphasis is placed on further developing body alignment, musical phrasing, ballet vocabulary and development of training principles. Forme NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 160Dance Technique I1

Description: This is the first in the series of DAN 160 - DAN 161 . Dance technique classes which provide the foundational basis in contemporary dance forms. Emphasis is placed on alignment, technique development, theories, performance skills, and stylistic variations in contemporary forms of movement. NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Fall Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 161Dance Technique II1

Description: This is the second in the series of DAN 160 - DAN 161 . Dance technique classes which provide the foundational basis in contemporary dance forms. Emphasis is placed on alignment, technique development, theories, performance skills, and stylistic variations in contemporary forms of movement. NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 170Commercial Dance I1

Description: This is the first in the series of DAN 170 - DAN 171 This course is an introduction to techniques in the various forms of commercial dance and street styles. Emphasis is placed on body alignment, anatomical awareness, technique, improvisations, and facility in learning movement. Formerly DA NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Fall Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 171Commercial Dance II1

Description: This is the second in the series of DAN 170 - DAN 171 . This course is a continuation of studying techniques in the various forms of commercial dance and street styles. Emphasis is placed on body alignment, anatomical awareness, technique, improvisations, and facility in learning movement. NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
DAN 170 .
DAN 217African American Dance Ensemble, Rehearsal and Performance1

Description: (Dual listed with AFR 113 ) This is the first course in the DAN 217 - DAN 218 sequence. Participation in the production, rehearsal and performance of the African-American dance ensemble productions. SUNY GE-SART; SUNY GEN ED -n/a; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Fall Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 218African American Dance Ensemble, Rehearsal and Performance1

Description: (Dual listed with AFR 114 ) This is the second course in the DAN 217 - DAN 218 sequence. Participation in the production, rehearsal and performance of the African American Dance Ensemble Productions. SUNY GE-SART; SUNY GEN ED -n/a; NCC GEN ED -HUM Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 240Students who have completed DAN Credit Hours3

240 will not receive credit for DAN 260. Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Fall Credit Hours: 1 Economics Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts ECO DAN 261 - Dance Technique IV ECO 100 - Survey of Economics Description: This is the second in the series principles of economics, with application to of DAN 260 - DAN 261. Dance technique contemporary issues. Operation of markets, classes which provide the developing basis in determination of national income and its contemporary dance forms. Emphasis is placed measurements, the role of financial markets, on alignment, technique development, theories, monetary and fiscal policies, and international performance skills, and stylistic variations in trade are to be considered, as well as their contemporary forms of movement. Formerly impact upon the economy, individuals, and

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
193478-undated-ncc.edu
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
DAN 160 and DAN 161. Description: A survey of the basic
DAN 241Ballet and Dance3
Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
193478-undated-ncc.edu
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 250Ballet III1

Description: This is the first in the series of DAN 250 - DAN 251 . Ballet classes which provides intermediate training for students in the Ballet Level III technique. Emphasis is placed on body alignment, musical phrasing, technical advancement, ballet vocabulary and development of training principles. NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Fall Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
DAN 150 and DAN 151 .
DAN 251Ballet IV1

Description: This is the second in the series of DAN 250 - DAN 251 . Ballet classes which provides intermediate and advanced training for students in the Ballet Level IV technique. Emphasis is placed on body alignment, musical phrasing, technical advancement, ballet vocabulary and development of trainin NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
DAN 150 and DAN 151 .
DAN 260Dance Technique III1

Description: This is the first in the series of DAN 260 - DAN 261 . Dance technique classes which provide the developing basis in contemporary dance forms. Emphasis is placed on alignment, technique development, theories, performance skills, and stylistic variations in contemporary forms of movement. Fo NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Fall Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
DAN 160 and DAN 161 .
DAN 261Dance Technique IV1

Description: This is the second in the series of DAN 260 - DAN 261 . Dance technique classes which provide the developing basis in contemporary dance forms. Emphasis is placed on alignment, technique development, theories, performance skills, and stylistic variations in contemporary forms of movement. F NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
DAN 160 and DAN 161 .
DAN 270Commercial Dance III1

Description: This is the first in the series of DAN 270 - DAN 271 . This course is a deeper exploration to techniques in the various forms of commercial dance and street styles. Emphasis is placed on body alignment, anatomical awareness, technique, improvisations, and facility in learning movement. Form NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Fall Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
Prerequisite
DAN 170 and 171.
DAN 271Commercial Dance IV1

Description: This is the second in the series of DAN 270 - DAN 270 This course is a deeper exploration to techniques in the various forms of commercial dance and street styles. Emphasis is placed on body alignment, anatomical awareness, technique, improvisations, and facility in learning movement. Forme NCC GEN ED-FAPA, HUM, PED Offered: Spring Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu
DAN 295Independent Study-Dance3

Description: SUNY GEN ED -n/a; NCC GEN ED -n/a. Formerly DAN 699. Students who have taken DAN 699 will not receive credit for DAN 295 . Department: Humanities, Fine & Perf'g Arts

Subject
DAN
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
collegecatalog.ncc.edu

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