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 University of Calgary Calendar 2010-2011 COURSES OF INSTRUCTION Course Descriptions D Dance DNCE
Dance DNCE

Instruction offered by members of the 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 – 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
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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
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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.
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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.
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Dance 211       Jazz Dance I
Introductory study of the techniques of jazz dance.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Dance 221       Ballet I
Introductory study of the techniques of ballet.
Course Hours: H(2S-2)
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Dance 267       Writing Dance
The study and practice of written communication in dance.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Dance 321       Ballet II
Elementary study of the techniques of ballet.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 221 or equivalent and audition.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Dance 421       Ballet IV
Intermediate study of the techniques of ballet.
Course Hours: H(2S-4)
Prerequisite(s): Dance 323 or equivalent and audition.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Dance 571       Directed Studies

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