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Theatre and Dance<br />

the influences <strong>of</strong> social and world dance on these ever-changing dance forms. A research paper is a<br />

requirement for this course. Prerequisite: E120.<br />

DA410 Tap IV 2 credits<br />

This course provides an advanced level <strong>of</strong> rhythm tap with a strong concentration on technique,<br />

syncopation and performance styles, including the exploration <strong>of</strong> improvisation and choreography.<br />

Prerequisites: DA310 and consent <strong>of</strong> instructor.<br />

DA420 Jazz IV 2 credits<br />

An advanced level <strong>of</strong> jazz dance providing the continuation <strong>of</strong> strong techniques as well as developing<br />

artistry and performance qualities through the exploration <strong>of</strong> choreography. Prerequisites: DA320 and<br />

consent <strong>of</strong> instructor.<br />

DA430 Modern IV 2 credits<br />

This course provides an advanced level <strong>of</strong> modern dance technique with a strong concentration on<br />

improvisation, choreograph and artistry. Prerequisites: DA330 and consent <strong>of</strong> instructor.<br />

DA440 Ballet IV 2 credits<br />

A fast intermediate level <strong>of</strong> classical ballet, providing the continuation <strong>of</strong> placement and technique.<br />

Prerequisites: DA330 and consent <strong>of</strong> instructor.<br />

DA450 Ballet V 2 credits<br />

An advanced level <strong>of</strong> classical ballet, providing the continuation <strong>of</strong> placement and technique while<br />

focusing on artistry. This course includes the opportunity to study pointe technique. Prerequisites:<br />

DA440 and consent <strong>of</strong> instructor.<br />

DA470 Dance Pedagogy and Application 3 credits<br />

This course is designed to prepare the dancer for teaching jobs outside <strong>of</strong> school. Students understand<br />

the appropriate progression <strong>of</strong> dance levels, criteria for promotion and how to design a balanced class<br />

within this progression. Students are introduced to the various pr<strong>of</strong>essional associations for teachers <strong>of</strong><br />

dance and are exposed to literature on the teaching <strong>of</strong> dance.<br />

DA499 Graduation Project 1-3 credits<br />

This course allows students to apply compositional concepts, principles <strong>of</strong> choreographic structure,<br />

critical thinking and coordination skills in the development <strong>of</strong> a final dance project. This is a capstone<br />

course for dance minors only.<br />

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