May 18, 2024

2022-2023 SLCC General Catalog

2022-2023 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

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Courses at SLCC are identified by an alphabetic prefix (two to four letters) followed by a four-digit number. Numbers beginning with a “1” generally indicate a course designed primarily for freshmen (such as ENGL 1010); numbers beginning with a “2” generally indicate courses designed primarily for sophomores (such as MATH 2010); numbers beginning with a “0” generally indicate preparatory courses that are non-transferable (such as MATH 0950).

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Dance
	DANC 1010 - Dance and Culture (FA, DV) Credits: 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. Semester: All Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1090 - Bridging the Arts (FA) Credits: 3 The purpose of this course is to examine the interconnectedness of art, dance, music, and theater through lecture, observation, participation, attending performances, discussion, analysis, and writing. Students will investigate the elements of each art and the common threads within the creative process to develop an informed appreciation for their own artistic values. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1100 - Introduction to Ballet I (FA) Credits: 3 An introduction to basic ballet movement, technique, theory, history and terminology. Reading, writing, and concert attendance are part of this course. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1110 - Ballet II (LW) Credits: 2 The second semester study of ballet technique, theory, and terminology. Emphasis is on learning and applying kinesiological basics for lifelong participation in dance. Prerequisite: DANC 1100 or instructor approval Semester: All Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1200 - Intro to Modern Dance I (FA) Credits: 3 Intro to modern dance movement, technique, theory and history. Basic dance elements of time, space, shape, and energy are introduced with emphasis on locomotor skills and movement expression. Reading, writing, and concert attendance required. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1210 - Modern Dance II (LW) Credits: 2 The second semester study of modern dance technique, theory, and terminology. Emphasis is on learning and applying kinesiological basics for lifelong participation in dance. Prerequisite: DANC 1200 or instructor approval Semester: Spring Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1500 - Intro to Jazz Dance I (FA) Credits: 3 An introduction to jazz movement, technique, terminology and history. Classical and contemporary jazz rhythm and style are explored. Reading, writing, and concert attendance are part of this course. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1510 - Jazz Dance II (LW) Credits: 2 Intermediate study of jazz dance technique, theory, and terminology. Emphasis is on learning and applying kinesiological basics for lifelong participation in dance. Jazz I or instructor’s approval is required. Prerequisite: DANC 1500 or instructor approval Semester: All Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1580 - Intro to Tap Dance I (FA) Credits: 3 The purpose of this class is to explore the history, theory, technique, rhythms and artistic context of the American vernacular art of tap dancing on a beginning level. Rhythm, coordination and precision of sound are emphasized. Reading, writing and concert attendance are part of this course. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1590 - Tap Dance II (LW) Credits: 2 The second semester study of tap dance technique, theory, and terminology. Emphasis is on continued coordination, clarity and precision of sound, to produce sound patterns of increasing complexity and applying kinesiological basics for lifelong participation in dance. Prerequisite: DANC 1580 or instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1700 - Dance Improv/Choreography I Credits: 1 Guided exploration in the elements of dance for the creative development of personal movement repertoire, spontaneous group interaction and choreographic skills. Recommended Prerequisite: DANC 1200 or instructor approval Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1800 - Dance Company Credits: 1 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. Prerequisite: By audition Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 1900 - Special Projects Credits: 1-2 Students plan their areas of study, choreography, or performance with the instructor on an individual basis. Prerequisite: Department approval Semester: Based on student demand Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2100 - Ballet III Credits: 2 The third semester study of ballet technique, theory, and terminology. Recommended Prerequisite: DANC 1110 or instructor approval Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2110 - Ballet IV Credits: 2 The fourth semester study of ballet technique, theory, and terminology. Recommended Prerequisite: DANC 2100 or instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2200 - Modern Dance III Credits: 2 This is the third semester study of modern dance movement, technique, and theory. Recommended Prerequisite: DANC 1210 or instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2210 - Modern Dance IV Credits: 2 This is the fourth semester study of modern dance movement, technique and theory. Recommended Prerequisite: DANC 2200 or instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2350 - Applied Kinesiology/Bartenieff Fundamentals Credits: 3 This course applies Anatomy, Kinesiology, Bartenieff Fundamentals and basic principles of Laban Movement Analysis to develop physical awareness, movement efficiency, and a sense of connection in the body. The class makes application to the areas of dance, sport, theater, somatics, performance, and psychology by developing integrated and harmonious movement patterns in the body. Semester: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2500 - Jazz Dance III Credits: 2 This is the third semester study of jazz movement, technique, and terminology. Recommended Prerequisite: DANC 1510 or instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2510 - Jazz Dance IV Credits: 2 This is the fourth semester study of jazz movement, technique, and terminology. Recommended Prerequisite: DANC 2500 or instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2580 - Tap Dance III Credits: 2 The third semester study of tap dance technique, theory, rhythms and terminology. Emphases is on increasingly complex rhythms, time steps and movement phrases. Recommended Prerequisite: DANC 1590 or instructor approval Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2640 - Teaching Methods for Dance Credits: 3 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. Semester: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2645 - Dance Teaching Practicum Credits: 1 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. Prerequisite: DANC 2640 Semester: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2700 - Dance Improv/Choreography II Credits: 1 This is the second semester exploration of the elements of dance for the creative development of personal and group movement repertoire and choreographic skills. Recommended Prerequisite: DANC 1700 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2800 - Dance Company II Credits: 1 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. Recommended Prerequisite: DANC 1700 Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2900 - Special Topics Credits: 1-3 Students will learn specific areas of study in current trends within the dance field. Prerequisite: Department approval Click here for searchable class schedule
	DANC 2990 - Performing Arts Connection Credits: 2 This is a collaboration of dance, music, and/or theatre. Students will create individual works to be performed in the Performing Arts Showcase. Prerequisite: Department approval Click here for searchable class schedule

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Course Descriptions

DANC 1010 - Dance and Culture (FA, DV)

DANC 1090 - Bridging the Arts (FA)

DANC 1100 - Introduction to Ballet I (FA)

DANC 1110 - Ballet II (LW)

DANC 1200 - Intro to Modern Dance I (FA)

DANC 1210 - Modern Dance II (LW)

DANC 1500 - Intro to Jazz Dance I (FA)

DANC 1510 - Jazz Dance II (LW)

DANC 1580 - Intro to Tap Dance I (FA)

DANC 1590 - Tap Dance II (LW)

DANC 1700 - Dance Improv/Choreography I

DANC 1800 - Dance Company

DANC 1900 - Special Projects

DANC 2100 - Ballet III

DANC 2110 - Ballet IV

DANC 2200 - Modern Dance III

DANC 2210 - Modern Dance IV

DANC 2350 - Applied Kinesiology/Bartenieff Fundamentals

DANC 2500 - Jazz Dance III

DANC 2510 - Jazz Dance IV

DANC 2580 - Tap Dance III

DANC 2640 - Teaching Methods for Dance

DANC 2645 - Dance Teaching Practicum

DANC 2700 - Dance Improv/Choreography II

DANC 2800 - Dance Company II

DANC 2900 - Special Topics

DANC 2990 - Performing Arts Connection