DANC 1500. Elementary Jazz Dance (1 each) F Introduction to the style, technique, and rhythmic structures of jazz dance with emphasis on increasing movement capabilities and personal expression. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Open to all students. DANC 1520. Folk and Ethnic Dance (1) S Folk and ethnic dances of Europe, Near and Far East, Africa, and the Americas as they relate to concert dance. Open to all students. DANC 1580. Tap Dance (2) Special tiaining in tap dance skills and techniques. DANC 2250. Alignment and Conditioning for Dance/Pilates (1) Strength and alignment for dancers, using Pilates mat exercises. The class addresses areas of strength essential for dancers, focuses on breathing techniques integral to the exercises, and uses the exercises as a means to better understand and improve alignment. The course also addresses how strength and alignment facilitates more ease and efficiency in movement. To repeat the class a student must have the permission of the instmctor. DANC 2410. Improvisation (2) F Guided exploration in the elements of dance for the creative development of personal movement repertoire, spontaneous group interaction, and choreographic skills. DANC 2470a,b. Intermediate Ballet (1 each) F, S Technique course designed to increase skill in classical ballet. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: DANC 1100 (2 credit hours minimum), or DANC 2470a or b (1 credit hour minimum), or by audition. DANC 2480 a,b. Jazz Dance, Intermediate (1 each) As required Refinement of beginning skills, emphasis on development of technical abilities and performance qualities. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: DANC 1500 (2 credit hours minimum), or DANC 2480a or b (1 credit hour minimum), or by audition. DANC 2490a,b. Modern Dance, Intermediate (1 each) F, S Refinement of beginning skills, emphasis on development of technical abilities and performance qualities. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: DANC 1200 (2 credit hours minimum), or DANC 2490a or b (1 credit hour minimum), or by audition. DANC 2610. Dance for the Camera (2) This course will provide students with an opportunity to explore the integration of dance and technology, specifically the use of the digital video medium. DANC 2890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-6) Open to all students in the Dance Area who meet the minimum cooperative work experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits. In individual cases, this course might be considered as an elective in the Dance Major. DANC 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. In individual cases, this course might be considered as an elective in the Dance Major. DANC 2950. Dance Festival Participation (1) S Students attend the American College Dance Festival Association's regional gathering to study a variety of dance forms with professionals from across the country. Students see the choreographies of peers and professionals. Students may be responsible for their own registration fees and transportation, lodging and meal costs. Prerequisite: Audition and permission. DANC 3010. Dance History I: Primitive Period- the Early Decades of Modern Dance (3) F (Offered alternate years) Study of the history and philosophy of dance from lineage-based societies through the early decades of modern dance. Areas covered will include pre-Christian civilizations, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and the Golden Age of Ballet. Prerequisite: DANC CA/DV1010. DANC 3020. Dance History II: 20th Century Art and Education (3) S (Offered alternate years) Study of the history and philosophy of dance in art and education from the Age of Innovation in Ballet through the Contemporary Period of history. Areas of study will include ballet and modem dance today, black dance in America, vernacular forms and dance as public art. Prerequisite: DANC CA/DV1010. DANC 3320. Techniques and Materials for Teaching Modern Dance (2) S (Offered alternate years) Methods, teaching techniques, accompaniment, and practical experience in teaching modem dance. Prerequisite: DANC 2490 a or b. DANC 3440. Dance for Musical Theatre (1) As required Dance skills and techniques taken from the repertoire of the modem musical theatre. Special emphasis on characterization and style as demonstrated by the works of the leading choreographers of this genre. Prerequisites: DANC 1200 and 1500. DANC 3450. Special Topic Dance Form (1) variable topic This course is designed to provide enrichment opportunities for those who undertake dance as a field of study or as recreational activity. It allows for the study of changing series of dance forms, including, but not limited to African, Hamenco, Middle Eastern, Clogging, Ballroom, Renaissance, etc. DANC 3470a,b. Ballet, Advanced (1 each) F, S Coordinating course designed to increase skill in classical ballet technique. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: DANC 2470a & b (2 credit hours minimum), or DANC 3470a or b (1 credit hour minimum), or by audition. DANC 3490a,b. Advanced Modern Dance (1 each) F, S Exercises and activities to develop strength, flexibility, endurance, and technical dance skill. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: DANC 2490a & b (2 credit hours minimum), or DANC 3490a or b (1 credit hour minimum), or by audition. DANC 3500. Choreography I: Space & Time/Design in Dance (2) F (Offered alternate years) Study of the elements of time and space as they are artistically significant in themselves and in organized forms of meaning in dance. Considering time and space design in related fields of music and art included as relevant to choreographic design and communication in dance. Prerequisite: DANC 2410 DANC 3510. Choreography II: Process (2) S (Offered alternate years) Study of and experience in various approaches to the choreographic process as related to artistic concepts and to the philosophy of art as Weber State University 2005 - 2006 Catalog