MCCCD Program Description

Major: 3019
Effective Term: 2023 Fall

Award: AAS
Total Credits: 61-75
CIP Code: 50.0301

Instructional Council: Dance
GPA: 2.00

SOC Code: Upon completion of this degree, students may pursue a career as:
27-2031.00 Dancers
27-2032.00 Choreographers
25-3021.00 Self Enrichment Teacher
27-4015.00 Lighting Technicians
27-4031.00 Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture
27-4032.00 Film and Video Editors
27-2012.00 Producers and Directors
27-1013.00 Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators
27-4014.00 Sound Engineering Technicians

Description: The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Dance Performance and Technology degree 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. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Dance Performance and Technology is also available.

Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate technical proficiency by incorporating kinesthetic and somatic principles of movement in various dance styles. (BIO160, BIO201, DAN102, DAN103, DAN131, DAN132, DAN133, DAN134, DAN135, DAN136, DAN150, DAN155, DAN170, DAN202, DAN203, DAN221, DAN231, DAN231AA, DAN232, DAN232AA, DAN233, DAN234AA, DAN235AA, DAN236, DAN250, DAN255, DAN280) 2. Apply and analyze artistic elements including intention, movement quality, breath, connection, phrasing, self-awareness, and musicality while performing. (BIO160, BIO201, DAN102, DAN103, DAN131, DAN132, DAN133, DAN134, DAN135, DAN136, DAN150, DAN155, DAN170, DAN202, DAN203, DAN221, DAN231, DAN231AA, DAN232, DAN232AA, DAN233, DAN234AA, DAN235AA, DAN236, DAN250, DAN255, DAN264, DAN272, DAN280) 3. Correlate historical and cultural knowledge of various dance styles and approaches to movement practices and performance. (DAN190, DAH250, DAH255, DAN102, DAN103, DAN131, DAN132, DAN133, DAN134, DAN135, DAN136, DAN150, DAN155, DAN191, DAN202, DAN203, DAN221, DAN231, DAN231AA, DAN232, DAN232AA, DAN233, DAN234AA, DAN235AA, DAN236, DAN250, DAN255, DAN264, DAN280, [HU], [SB]) 4. Use critical and creative thinking skills in the composition of one or more of the following: music, digital art, lighting design, dance for the camera and choreography. (CRE101, DAN150, DAN155, DAN192, DAN221, DAN250, DAN255, DAN264, DAN272, DAN280, [FYC], [MA], (COM)) 5. Critically analyze and evaluate choreography, technique, and performance and be able to communicate feedback using thoughtful written and oral dialogue. (DAH250, DAH255, DAN102, DAN103, DAN131, DAN132, DAN133, DAN134, DAN135, DAN136, DAN150, DAN155, DAN170, DAN191, DAN202, DAN203, DAN210, DAN221, DAN231, DAN231AA, DAN232, DAN232AA, DAN233, DAN234AA, DAN235AA, DAN236, DAN250, DAN255, DAN264, DAN272, DAN280, EDU222, [FYC], [L], (COM)) 6. Integrate choreography with production elements in professional-level dance performance. (DAN150, DAN155, DAN210, DAN221, DAN250, DAN255, DAN264, DAN272, DAN280, EDU222) 7. Practice self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and effective interpersonal skills in group communication and collaboration. (BIO160, BIO201, CRE101, DAN190, DAH250, DAH255, DAN102, DAN103, DAN131, DAN132, DAN133, DAN134, DAN135, DAN136, DAN150, DAN155, DAN170, DAN191, DAN192, DAN193, DAN202, DAN203, DAN210, DAN221, DAN231, DAN231AA, DAN232, DAN232AA, DAN233, DAN234AA, DAN235AA, DAN236, DAN250, DAN255, DAN264, DAN272, DAN280, DAN282AA, EDU222, [FYC], [MA], (COM)) 8. Synthesize the process of learning and the role of personal motivation to set and achieve educational goals. (BIO160, BIO201, DAN190, DAH250, DAH255, DAN102, DAN103, DAN131, DAN132, DAN133, DAN134, DAN135, DAN136, DAN150, DAN155, DAN170, DAN191, DAN192, DAN193, DAN202, DAN203, DAN210, DAN221, DAN231, DAN231AA, DAN232, DAN232AA, DAN233, DAN234AA, DAN235AA, DAN236, DAN250, DAN255, DAN264, DAN272, DAN280, DAN282AA, [FYC], [L], [SB]) 9. Engage in dance career exploration and develop skills and materials for self promotion and employment. (DAN190, DAN150, DAN155, DAN210, DAN250, DAN255, DAN264, DAN272, DAN280, DAN282AA, DAN298AA, (COM)) 10. Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior appropriate to the field of dance. (DAN190, DAH201, DAH250, DAH255, DAN102, DAN103, DAN131, DAN132, DAN133, DAN134, DAN135, DAN136, DAN150, DAN155, DAN170, DAN191, DAN192, DAN193, DAN202, DAN203, DAN210, DAN221, DAN231, DAN231AA, DAN232, DAN232AA, DAN233, DAN234AA, DAN235AA, DAN236, DAN250, DAN255, DAN264, DAN272, DAN280, DAN282AA, EDU222, [FYC], (COM)) 11. Use dance to encourage civic and community engagement. (DAN190, DAH201, DAH250, DAH255, DAN150, DAN155, DAN193, DAN210, DAN221, DAN250, DAN255, DAN264, DAN272, DAN280, DAN282AA, DAN298AA, [FYC], [HU]) 12. Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field. (FYE101, FYE103)

Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program. 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 4 in the following styles of technique before they can graduate: Ballet, Modern, Jazz and Hip Hop.

Required Courses

FYE101 Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR
FYE103 Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) 1-3

THEORY COURSES
Credits: 22
+ DAN170 Dance Kinesiology 3
DAN190 Discovering Dance Careers 1
DAN191 Viewing Dance 1
DAN192 Digital Music for Dancers 1
DAN193 Professional Promotion for Dancers 1
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
+ DAN298AA Special Projects (1) 1

TECHNIQUE COURSES
Credits: 14-20

DAN131 Ballet I (1) 1-2
+ DAN134 Ballet II (1) 1-2
+ DAN231 Ballet III (1) 1-2
+ DAN231AA Ballet III: Intensive (2) 2-4
+ DAN234AA Ballet IV: Intensive (2) 2-4

DAN132 Modern Dance I (1) 1-2
+ DAN135 Modern Dance II (1) 1-2
+ DAN232 Modern Dance III (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

DAN102 Hip Hop I (1) 1-2
+ DAN103 Hip Hop II (1) 1-2
+ DAN202 Hip Hop III (1) 1-2
+ DAN203 Hip Hop IV (1) 1-2

PERFORMANCE COURSES
Credits: 1-2
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

Note: A minimum of 38 Required Course credits may be needed to complete the minimum total program credits required for this degree. Consult with an Academic Advisor.

Credits: 38-47

Restricted Electives
None.	Credits: 0

General Electives
	Credits:

General Education Requirements

General Education Requirement	Credits: 22-28

General Education Core	Credits: 12-18

First-Year Composition	Credits: 6
+ ENG101 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG107 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND + ENG102 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG108 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) 6

Oral Communication	Credits: 3
COM110 Interpersonal Communication (3) OR + COM225 Public Speaking (3) 3

Critical Reading	Credits: 0-3
+ CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment (0) 0-3

Mathematics	Credits: 3-6
+ MAT140 College Mathematics (5) OR + MAT141 College Mathematics (4) OR + MAT142 College Mathematics (3) OR MAT145 College Mathematics with Review (5) OR MAT146 College Mathematics with Review (6) OR Satisfactory completion of higher level math course (3-6) 3-6

General Education Distribution	Credits: 10

Humanities, Arts and Design	Credits: 3
DAH201 Dance, Culture, and Global Contexts (3) OR + DAH250 Dance in Popular Culture (3) OR + DAH255 Hip Hop: Arts, Aesthetic and Culture (3) 3

Social-Behavioral Sciences	Credits: 3
EDU222 Introduction to the Exceptional Learner 3

Natural Sciences	Credits: 4
BIO160 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology (4) OR + BIO201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4) 4

+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: June 28, 2022

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.