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Instruction offered by members of theÂ Department of Dance in the Faculty of Arts. An audition and consent of the Program of Dance is necessary before students register in certain courses.

Program Coordinator â€“ A. Mouat

Junior Courses

Dance 201

Introductory Contemporary Dance I

Introductory study of the techniques of contemporary dance.
Course Hours: H(2-2)
Notes: Not open to Dance Majors.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA

Dance 205

Introductory Contemporary Dance II

Further introductory study of the techniques of contemporary dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 201 or equivalent or consent of the Program of Dance.
Notes: Not open to Dance majors.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA

Dance 207

Contemporary Dance I

Elementary study of the techniques of contemporary dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 205 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 209

Contemporary Dance II

Further elementary study of the techniques of contemporary dance.
Course Hours: H(2-2)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 207 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 211

Jazz Dance I

Introductory study of the techniques of jazz dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA

Dance 221

Ballet I

Introductory study of the techniques of ballet.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA

Dance 235

Conditioning for Dancers

Study of the basic principles of conditioning for dancers.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 207 or consent of the Program of Dance.

Dance 243

Introduction to Dance

Experiential survey of contemporary dance forms such as modern, jazz, and social dance; and an overview of the role of dance in society.
Course Hours: H(1-3)
Antirequisite(s): Credit for both Dance 243 and Dance Education 243 will not be allowed.

Dance 247

Dance Movement Analysis

A study of movement analysis.
Course Hours: H(2-2)
Antirequisite(s): Credit for both Dance 247 and Dance Education 247 will not be allowed.

Dance 251

Introduction to Music for Dance

An introduction to the relationship between music and dance.
Course Hours: H(2-2)
Antirequisite(s): Credit for both Dance 251 and Dance Education 251 will not be allowed.

Dance 267

Writing Dance

The study and practice of written communication in dance.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)

Senior Courses

Dance 303

Principles of Technique

Reinforcement of the basic principles of contemporary dance in preparation for more advanced study.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 209 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 305

Contemporary Dance III

Elementary/intermediate study of the techniques of contemporary dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 209 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 307

Contemporary Dance IV

Further elementary/intermediate study of the techniques of contemporary dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 305 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 309

Special Topics in Dance Theory

Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Program of Dance.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Dance 311

Jazz Dance II

Elementary study of the techniques of jazz dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 211 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 313

Jazz Dance III

Further elementary study of the techniques of jazz dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 311 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 321

Ballet II

Elementary study of the techniques of ballet.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 221 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 323

Ballet III

Further elementary study of the techniques of ballet.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 321 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 331

Dance Improvisation

Experiences in individual and group improvisation. Development of skills in designing and participating in improvisational structures.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 209 and Dance 247 or equivalent; or consent of the Program of Dance.

Dance 333

Composition I

Introduction to basic skills in dance composition with a focus on the solo form.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 209 and Dance 247 or equivalent; or consent of the Program of Dance.

Dance 341

Early Dance History

Historical survey of dance: origins to the nineteenth century.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Antirequisite(s): Credit for both Dance 341 and 241 will not be allowed.

Dance 343

Special Topics

Possible topics include Hip Hop, Contact Improvisation, African Dance, Dance and Disability.
Course Hours: H(2-2)
Prerequisite(s): One junior level dance course or equivalent and consent of the Program of Dance.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for both Dance 343 and Dance Education 303 will not be allowed.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Dance 345

20th Century Dance History

Historical survey of western theatre dance.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Antirequisite(s): Credit for both Dance 345 and 245 will not be allowed.

Dance 363

Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology for Dancers

The study of anatomy and movement for dance incorporating theoretical and experiential information on alignment, movement, training and awareness.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
Prerequisite(s): Two of Dance 205, 207, 211, 221 or equivalent.
Also known as: (formerly Dance 463)

Dance 365

Pilates Conditioning

Study of the Pilates method of conditioning utilizing the Pilates Reformer apparatus.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 235 or equivalent or consent of the Program of Dance.

Dance 375

Body/Mind Practices

The theory and application of selected somatic practices.
Course Hours: H(2-2)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Program of Dance.

Dance 391

Dance and the Camera

An introduction to making dances for the camera incorporating composing dance for the frame, basic camera skills, story board organisation, and basic editing skills, as well as viewing and analysis of dances on film and video.

Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 333 or consent of the Program of Dance.

Dance 395

Dance Performance Practicum I

Practical experience in dance performance choreography, or artistic direction.
Course Hours: H(1S-5)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Program of Dance.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA

Dance 397

Dance Performance Practicum II

Further practical experience in dance performance, choreography, or artistic direction.
Course Hours: H(1S-5)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Program of Dance.
Corequisite(s): Prerequisite or Corequisite: Dance 395.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA

Dance 405

Contemporary Dance V

Intermediate study of the techniques of contemporary dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 307 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 407

Contemporary Dance VI

Further intermediate study of the techniques of contemporary dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 405 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 411

Jazz Dance IV

Intermediate study of the techniques of jazz dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 313 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 413

Jazz Dance V

Further intermediate study of the techniques of jazz dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 411 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 421

Ballet IV

Intermediate study of the techniques of ballet.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 323 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 423

Ballet V

Further intermediate study of the techniques of ballet.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 421 or equivalent and audition.

Dance 427

World and Social Dance

Experience in World and social dance forms.
Course Hours: H (1-3)
Antirequisite(s): Credit for both Dance 427 and Dance Education 427 will not be allowed.

Dance 431

Composition II

Continued exploration in basic dance composition skills progressing toward group forms.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 333 or equivalent and consent of the Program of Dance.
Antirequisite(s): Not open to students with credit in Dance 430.

Dance 433

Composition III

Continued study of dance composition introducing such elements as sound, voice and text, physical theatre, the use of props and alternative spaces.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 431 or equivalent and consent of the Program of Dance.
Antirequisite(s): Not open to students with credit in Dance 430.

Dance 449

Principles and Practice of Dance Instruction

An introduction to the theory and practice of teaching dance.

Course Hours: H(2-2)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 307, 363 and one of 313 or 323, or consent of the Program of Dance.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for both Dance 449 and Dance Education 449 will not be allowed.

Dance 475

Special Topics in Body/Mind Practices

A focus on one or more of the well-known Body/Mind practices such as Feldenkrais, Alexander, Yoga, Body/Mind Centering, Bartenieff Fundamentals, Laban Movement Analysis.
Course Hours: H(2-2)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 375 or consent of the Program of Dance.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Dance 481

Dance and Culture

The study of dance as a cultural practice.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): One of Dance 243 or 345.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for both Dance 481 and Dance Education 481 will not be allowed.

Dance 491

Design for Dance

Study of the design and production components of dance performance.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 333 or equivalent and consent of the Program of Dance.

Dance 493

Dance Teaching Practicum

Practical experience teaching dance in school and recreational settings.
Course Hours: H(1-3)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 449 and consent of the Program of Dance.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Dance 493 and Dance Education 491 or 493 will not be allowed.

Dance 495

Dance Performance Practicum III

Advanced practical experience in dance performance, choreography, or artistic direction.
Course Hours: H(1S-5)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Program of Dance.
Corequisite(s): Prerequisite or Corequisite: Dance 397.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA

Dance 503

Special Topics

Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Program of Dance.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for both Dance 503 and Dance Education 503 will not be allowed.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Dance 505

Contemporary Dance VII

Intermediate/advanced study of the techniques of contemporary dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 407 or equivalent and audition.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Dance 507

Contemporary Dance VIII

Further intermediate/advanced study of the techniques of contemporary dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 505 or equivalent and audition.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Dance 571

Directed Studies

Course Hours: H(1S-6)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Program of Dance.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Dance 574

Travel Study

An international perspective on dance training, performance and culture.
Course Hours: F(0-7)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Program of Dance.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Dance 581

Special Topics in Dance

Possible topics include senior project, site specific dance, collaborative creation.

Course Hours: H(2S-2)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Program of Dance.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Graduate Courses

Dance 681

Special Topics in Dance

Course Hours: H(2S-2)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Program of Dance.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

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