WNC Academic Catalog: 2009–2010
Course Descriptions: Dance
Dance (DAN)
Communications and Fine Arts Division
DAN 101: Dance Appreciation
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Provides a non-technical course which offers an understanding and appreciation of the art of dance, with special focus on the artists and styles.
DAN 132: Jazz Dance (beginning)
Credits: 1; Prerequisites: None
Introduces beginning techniques of jazz dance. May be repeated for up to four credits.
DAN 135: Beginning Ballet
Credits: 1; Prerequisites: None
Introduces beginning techniques of ballet. May be repeated for up to four credits.
DAN 144: Beginning Tap Dancing
Credits: 1; Prerequisites: None
Introduces beginning techniques of tap dance. May be repeated for up to four credits.
DAN 160B: Hip-Hop Dance
Credits: 1; Prerequisites: None
Teaches beginning techniques of hip-hop dance. May be repeated for up to 4 credits.
DAN 232: Jazz Dance (intermediate)
Credits: 1; Prerequisites: DAN 132
Emphasizes intermediate techniques of jazz dance. May be repeated for up to 4 credits.
DAN 244: Tap Dance (intermediate)
Credits: 1; Prerequisites: DAN 144 or consent of instructor
Emphasizes intermediate techniques of tap dance. May be repeated for up to 4 credits.
DAN 260B: Intermediate Hip-Hop Dance
Credits: 1; Prerequisites: DAN 160B
Teaches intermediate techniques of hip-hop dance. May be repeated for up to 4 credits.