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<h2><strong>Dance (DANC)</strong></h2>
<p><strong>111-3 The Dance Experience.</strong></p>
<p>[Intro FAH] Introductory course to give the student an understanding of how essential components of movement study come together to produce an aesthetic dance experience.</p>
<p><strong>114-3 Core: Movement Fundamental</strong></p>
<p>[Dist.FAH] Basic movement skills using Bartenieff Movement Fundamentals (basic exercises that integrate and facilitate the neuromuscular connections within the body). Understanding structure and function of human body while developing strength, flexibility, and coordination. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours.</p>
<p><strong>210a,b-2 each — Beginning Modern Dance Technique</strong></p>
<p>Movement course. Modern dance theories; techniques. Prerequisites: 114 and consent of instructor.</p>
<p><strong>211a,b-2 each — Beginning Ballet</strong></p>
<p>Technique class. Fundamentals of classical ballet through barre and center floor work.</p>
<p><strong>212a,b-1 each Jazz Dance</strong></p>
<p>Technique class. Using body through percussive (Matt Mattox) and lyrical (Luigi) jazz dance techniques. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 hours.</p>
<p><strong>213-1 Beginning Tap Dance</strong></p>
<p>Basic tap steps and vocabulary. Tap choreography. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 hours.</p>
<p><strong>214-1 Dance Improvisation</strong></p>
<p>[Dist.FAH] Developing skills in perception and rapid translation of ideas into dance. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.</p>
<p><strong>220-2 Rhythmic Structure And Analysis</strong></p>
<p>Analysis and use of rhythms and compositional forms of music for dance. Prerequisites: 210a,b, or consent of instructor.</p>
<p><strong>230-2 Introduction To Laban Movement Analysis</strong></p>
<p>Theoretical and physical applications of Laban Movement Analysis: Effort/Shape Notation (notation system recording changes in movement qualities with respect to time, weight, space, and energy flow), Space/Harmony (system that describes human movement in relation to space). Prerequisites: DANC 214, 320, or consent of instructor.</p>
<p><strong>240-3 History Of Dance</strong></p>
<p>[Dist.FAH] Development of dance prior to and during the 20th century. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.</p>
<p><strong>250-1 To 2 University Dance Company</strong></p>
<p>Dance repertory and performance class. Emphasis on technical and choreographic skills for performance. Participation in preparation and presentation of concerts required. Prerequisite: by audition only.</p>
<p><strong>260-1 To 2 Performance/Choreography</strong></p>
<p>[Dist.FAH] Performing in and/or choreographing for regular scheduled dance concerts. Rehearsal time is required. Admission by audition only. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 hours provided that no topic is repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.</p>
<p><strong>270-1 To 2 Independent Study In Dance</strong></p>
<p>[Dist.FAH] Supervised study for students in dance, choreography, or performance. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 hours. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.</p>
<p><strong>310a,b-2 each — Intermediate Modern Dance Technique</strong></p>
<p>Techniques designed for strength, flexibility, coordination. Dynamics of movement and its relationship to space, time, weight, energy flow. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisites: DANC 210a,b, or consent of instructor. Must have completed all Theater and Dance core courses. This restriction does not apply to non-Theater and Dance majors or minors.</p>
<p><strong>311a,b-2 each — Intermediate Ballet Techniques</strong></p>
<p>Additional ballet vocabulary through barre and center work of increased difficulty. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisites: DANC 210a,b or consent of instructor. Must have completed all Theater and Dance core courses. This restriction does not apply to non-Theater and Dance majors or minors.</p>
<p><strong>410a,b-2 each — Advanced Modern Dance Technique</strong></p>
<p>Theory and technique. Developing advanced skills in dance movement. Preparing kinetic and artistic abilities for performance. <strong>Not for graduate credit.</strong> May be taken up to 8 credits. Prerequisites: DANC 310a,b or consent of instructor. Must have completed all Theater and Dance core courses. This restriction does not apply to non-Theater and Dance majors or minors.</p>
<p><strong>411a,b-2 each — Advanced Ballet</strong></p>
<p>Mastery of ballet vocabulary through advanced barre and center floor work. <strong>Not for graduate credit.</strong> May be repeated to a maximum of 8 hours. Prerequisites: DANC 311a,b or consent of instructor. Must have completed all Theater and Dance core courses. This restriction does not apply to non-Theater and Dance majors or minors.</p>
<p><strong>420a-2 Dance Composition I</strong></p>
<p>Movement studies for solo figure based on exploration of fundamental ingredients of dance (space, time, weight, and energy flow) and how to organize them into compositional forms. <strong>Not for graduate credit.</strong> Prerequisites: DANC 210a,b, and consent of instructor. Must have completed all Theater and Dance core courses. This restriction does not apply to non-Theater and Dance majors or minors.</p>
<p><strong>420b-2 Dance Composition II</strong></p>
<p>In-depth development of movement themes for duet, trio, and larger groups. <strong>Not for graduate credit.</strong> Prerequisites: DANC 420a. Must have completed all Theater and Dance core courses. This restriction does not apply to non-Theater and Dance majors or minors.</p>
<p><strong>433-2 Dance Pedagogy And Methodology</strong></p>
<p>Principles and methodologies of dance instruction. <strong>Not for graduate credit.</strong> Prerequisites: DANC 214, 320, and consent of instructor. Must have completed all Theater and Dance core courses. This restriction does not apply to non-Theater and Dance majors or minors.</p>
<p><strong>460-1 To 2 Performance/Choreography</strong></p>
<p>[Dist.FAH] Credit given for performing in and/or choreographing for regular scheduled dance concerts. Rehearsal time is required. Admission by audition only. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 hours provided that no topic is repeated. <strong>Not for graduate credit.</strong> Prerequisites: Must have completed all Theater and Dance core courses. This restriction does not apply to non-Theater and Dance majors or minors.</p>
<p><strong>470-1 To 2 Independent Study In Dance</strong></p>
<p>[Dist.FAH] Supervised study for upper level students in dance, choreography, or performance. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 hours. <strong>Not for graduate credit.</strong> Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Must have completed all Theater and Dance core courses. This restriction does not apply to non-Theater and Dance majors or minors.</p>
<p><strong>499-3 Senior Assessment In Dance</strong></p>
<p>[Dist.FAH] Individual/group projects demonstrating proficiency in dance and General Education skills and knowledge. <strong>Not for graduate credit.</strong> Prerequisites: Must have completed all Theater and Dance core courses. This restriction does not apply to non-Theater and Dance majors or minors.</p>
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