Description: The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Dance Performance and Technology is designed for students who plan to enter the field of dance as performers, choreographers, teachers and multimedia technicians. The program provides classes in dance theory, performance, production, multimedia and the application of video and computer technology to dance. Students are offered the opportunity to demonstrate this knowledge by producing a short dance performance focusing on dance and camera techniques, lighting design, sound design, choreography for camera and non-linear editing techniques. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Dance Performance and Technology is also available.
Program Notes: A grade of "C" or better is required for all courses within the program.
+ indicates course has a prerequisites and/or corequisites.
P/Z classes do not apply to the degree.
Students must enroll in three of the following styles of technique each semester: Ballet, Modern, Jazz and Hip Hop.
Students must attain a level 3 in the following styles of technique before they can graduate: Ballet, Modern, Jazz and Hip Hop.
Admission Criteria:
Program Prerequisites: None
Program Prerequisites
Credits:
Required Courses
THEORY COURSES: 26 Credits
ART100 Introduction to Computer Graphic Art 1
DAH110 Dance in Film 3
DAH190 Dance Careers 1
+ DAN170 Dance Kinesiology 3
DAN210 Dance Production I 3
DAN221 Rhythmic Awareness I 3
DAN264 Choreography I 3
+ DAN272 Dance Technology 3
+ DAN280 Dance Practicum 2
+ DAN282AA Service-Learning Experience in Dance (1) OR
+ DAN296WA Cooperative Education (1) OR
+ DAN298AA Special Projects (1) 1
MTC191 Electronic Music I 3
TECHNIQUE COURSES: 14-20 Credits
Students must enroll in three of the following four styles of technique courses each semester.
Students must attain a Level III in the following styles of technique before they can graduate.
DAN132 Modern Dance I (1) 1-2
+ DAN135 Modern Dance II (1) 1-2
+ DAN232AA Modern Dance III: Intensive (2) 2-4
+ DAN235AA Modern Dance IV: Intensive (2) 2-4
DAN133 Jazz Dance I (1) 1-2
+ DAN136 Jazz Dance II (1) 1-2
+ DAN233 Jazz Dance III (1) 1-2
+ DAN236 Jazz Dance IV (1) 1-2
DAN102AA Hip Hop I (1) 1-2
+ DAN102AB Hip Hop II (1) 1-2
+ DAN202AA Hip Hop III (1) 1-2
+ DAN202AB Hip Hop IV (1) 1-2
PERFORMANCE COURSES: 1-2 Credits
Admittance into performance classes is by audition only.
DAN150 Dance Performance I (1) OR
+ DAN155 Dance Performance II (1) OR
+ DAN250 Dance Performance III (1) OR
+ DAN255 Dance Performance IV (1) 1-2
Credits: 41-48
Restricted Electives
Credits: 0
General Electives
Credits:
Program Competencies
1. Conceptualize, visualize and produce art using the computer. (ART100)
2. Describe and apply a methodology used in the critical analysis and evaluation of dance in film and video. (DAH110)
3. Identify and analyze the nature of available careers in dance. (DAH190)
4. Develop a plan for self-promotion by creating a portfolio that includes an online presence, a curriculum vitae (CV), a resume and a bio. (DAH190, DAN280)
5. Demonstrate movement quality and performance skills at the beginning and intermediate levels of ballet, modern, jazz and hip hop. (DAN131, DAN134, DAN231AA, DAN234AA, DAN132, DAN135, DAN232AA, DAN235AA, DAN133, DAN136, DAN233, DAN236, DAN102AA, DAN102AB, DAN202AA, DAN202AB, DAN150, DAN155, DAN250, DAN255)
6. Use the elements of light and sound as they relate to dance. (DAN210).
7. Illustrate an understanding of using awareness to explore rhythm in dance performance, choreography and pedagogy. (DAN221)
8. Demonstrate choreographic theories and techniques in the construction of solo and group studies and complete dances. (DAN264)
9. Explain the role of various forms of technology as they relate to dance careers and use the computer to create, plan for, and distribute dance film projects. (DAN272)
10. Integrate choreography, rhythm, dance technology, performance and production elements in a professional-level dance event. (DAN280)
11. Conceptualize and produce digital music scores using various Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) compatible instruments. (MTC191).
12. Analyze the biomechanics of the body and how it relates to dance, alignment and injury prevention. (DAN170)
13. Apply skills learned in a real-world work experience such as Internships or other dance-related employment. (DAN282AA, DAN296WA, DAN298AA)
14. Analyze the process of learning and personal motivation in an effort to attain educational goals. (DAH110, DAN221, DAN264, DAN280, DAN210)
+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: November 28, 2017
All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the
curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.
