2012-2013 TMCC College Catalog
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DANCE
Ballet, Beginning
DAN 135
1.00
Prerequisite: None
Beginning techniques of ballet. May be repeated to a maximum of four credits.
Ballet, Beginning/Intermediate
DAN 136
1.00
Prerequisite: DAN 135 or instructor approval.
Beginning/Intermediate work in the techniques of ballet. Repeatable up to four credits.
Modern Dance, Beginning
DAN 138
1.00
Prerequisite: None
Beginning techniques of modern dance. May be repeated to a maximum of four credits.
Modern Dance, Beginning/Intermediate
DAN 139
1.00
Prerequisite: DAN 138 or instructor permission.
Beginning/Intermediate work in the techniques of modern dance. Repeatable up to four credits.
Tap Dance (Beginning)
DAN 144
1.00
Prerequisite: None
Beginning, basic techniques of tap dance. Repeatable up to four credits.
Intermediate Tap Dance
DAN 145
1.00
Prerequisite: DAN 144.
Intermediate Tap Dance is designed to reinforce the basic tap dance skills introduced in Beginning Tap Dance and to introduce students to
new tap dance techniques. May be repeated for up to four credits.
Choreography I: Improvisation for Composition
DAN 188
2.00
Prerequisite: None
Practical application of the techniques of improvisation for its use in composition.
Jazz Dance (Intermediate)
DAN 232
1.00
Prerequisite: DAN 133 or instructor approval.
Intermediate work in the techniques of jazz dance.
Ballet (Intermediate)
DAN 235
1.00
Prerequisite: DAN 136 or instructor approval.
Ballet, Intermediate work in the techniques of ballet. Repeatable up to four credits.
Ballet (Intermediate/Advanced)
DAN 236
1.00
Prerequisite: DAN 235 or instructor approval.
Ballet (Intermediate/Advanced) work in the techniques of ballet. Repeatable up to four credits.
Modern Dance Intermediate
DAN 238
1.00
Prerequisite: DAN 139 or instructor permission.
Intermediate techniques of modern dance. May be repeated to a maximum of four credits.
Modern Dance, Intermediate/Advanced
DAN 239
1.00
Prerequisite: DAN 238 or equivalent experience.
Intermediate/Advanced work in the techniques of modern dance. Repeatable up to four credits.
Tap Dance (Intermediate)
DAN 244
1.00
Prerequisite: DAN 145 or instructor approval.
Intermediate work in the techniques of tap dance. Repeatable up to four credits.
Dance Performance
DAN 281
1.00
Prerequisite: Audition and/or approval of instructor.
Learning of repertory and new choreography leading to formal and informal performance opportunities. Repeatable up to four credits.
Concert Dance Company
DAN 287
1.00
Prerequisite: None
Professionally structured rehearsal of repertory and new choreography in preparation for formal performances, educational outreach
programs and possible touring. May be repeated for up to four credits.
Choreography II: Elements of Dance Composition
DAN 288
2.00
Prerequisite: DAN 188.
Elements of dance composition including experience in spatial relationships, dynamics, movement qualities and design. Exploration of
these elements through movement studies.
Independent Study: Dance
DAN 295
1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
Tutorial study of special projects in Dance. A student submits a detailed project description and the objectives and learning outcomes
specific to the project are formulated by the instructor and student.
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TMCC College Catalog 2012-2013
* This course might not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education
(NSHE). If you plan to pursue a four-year degree, check with the institution where you intend to transfer to learn whether this course will count
toward the degree you intend to seek.