19 courses with the subject DANC, 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.
DANC 1010Dance and Culture (AR)3
An introduction to dance as a means of cultural expression. Multi-cultural dance in America is explored, with analysis of how divergent traditions have survived in spite of social and cultural pressures. No dance experience required.
This course introduces the history, theory, technique, vocabulary and cultural context of the classical tradition and art of ballet dance. Reading, writing and concert attendance are part of this course. No previous dance experience is required.
The second semester study of ballet technique, theory, and terminology. Emphasis is on learning and applying kinesiological basics for lifelong participation in dance.
DANC 1100 or instructor approval Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
DANC 1200Introduction to Modern Dance I (AR)3
This class explores the fundamentals of modern dance movement, technique, theory, and history within its social and artistic context. Emphasis will be on locomotor skills and movement expression, through the basic dance elements of time, space, and energy. Reading, writing and concert attendance are part of this course. No previous dance experience is required.
The second semester study of modern dance technique, theory, and terminology. Emphasis is on learning and applying kinesiological basics for lifelong participation in dance.
DANC 1200 or instructor approval Semesters Offered: Spring
DANC 1500Introduction to Jazz Dance I (AR)3
The purpose of this class is to explore the fundamentals of jazz dance movement, technique, terminology, and history. Classical, historical and contemporary jazz rhythm and style are explored. Reading, writing and concert attendance are part of this course. No previous dance experience is required.
Guided exploration in the elements of dance for the creative development of personal movement repertoire, spontaneous group interaction and choreographic skills. It is recommended students complete DANC 1200 or receive instructor approval prior to taking this course.
Offers experience and opportunity in performance, choreography, and production for the enjoyment and creative expression of the members, and for the enrichment and entertainment of the College and community.
Department approval Semesters Offered: Based on student demand Click here for searchable class schedule
DANC 2000Dance Co-Op1-3
A program that balances classroom theory with periods of practical, hands-on experience prior to graduation. Through the co-op program, students are able to alternate academic study with full-time employment, gaining practical experience in their field of study.
The third semester study of ballet technique, theory, and terminology. It is recommended students complete DANC 1110 or receive instructor approval prior to taking this course. Click here for searchable class schedule
This is the third semester study of modern dance movement, technique, and theory. It is recommended students complete DANC 1210 or receive instructor approval prior to taking this course.
This is the third semester study of jazz movement, technique, and terminology. It is recommended students complete DANC 1510 or receive instructor approval prior to taking this course.
The third semester study of tap dance technique, theory, rhythms and terminology. Emphases is on increasingly complex rhythms, time steps and movement phrases. It is recommended students complete DANC 1590 or receive instructor approval prior to taking this course.
This course presents an applied model of teaching dance education, including information necessary to plan, organize, and deliver effective learning experiences, utilizing the national standards in dance that embrace dance as an art form. Students will be able to create lesson plans, unit plans, and an age-appropriate dance curriculum for pre-school, K- 12 and studio settings.
This course gives students applied practice in planning and delivering effective dance learning experiences for pre-school, elementary, junior or high school ages in local schools with faculty supervision and feedback.
DANC 2640 Semesters Offered: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
DANC 2800Dance Company II1
Second year experience and opportunity in performance, choreography, and production for the enjoyment and creative expression of the members, and for the enrichment and entertainment of the college and community. It is recommended students complete DANC 1700 prior to taking this course.
