Jul 05, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Dance

  
  • DANC 120 - Improvisation I


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite(s): Dance Majors, or Dance Minors who have completed DANC 112A , DANC 112B , or DANC 152 .
    Use of improvisation as an introduction to structural form; individual and group problems.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 131 - Introduction to Music for Dance


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite(s): Dance Major
    Basic music notation, simple and complex rhythmic patterns, poly-rhythms, skill in the use of percussion instruments and a brief survey of the historical periods of music for dance.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 152 - Modern Technique I


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Placement screening; Dance Major or Minor who passed Minor Technique Screening.
    Intermediate skill in modern dance technique.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 154 - Ballet Technique I


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Placement screening; Dance Major or Minor who passed Minor Technique Screening.
    Intermediate skill in ballet technique.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 161 - Placement for the Dancer


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: Dance major.
    Application of movement principles and exercises from various sources including anatomy, biomechanics and rehabilitation to improve body alignment, core stabilization, and other aspects of technique in key dance movement patterns.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 180A - Dance Performance


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisites: Dance major, audition.
    Participation in dance productions.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 180B - Dance Performance


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisites: Dance major, audition.
    Participation in dance productions.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 181A - Dance Production Technical


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite(s): Dance Major.
    Technical participation in Dance Department-sponsored productions.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 181B - Dance Production Technical


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite(s): Dance Major.
    Technical participation in Dance Department-sponsored productions.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 200 - Ballet History in Western Culture


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Any GE Foundation Course.
    Historical survey of the cultural development of ballet from the Renaissance to the early 20th century in Europe and Russia, and until 1950 in the United States.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours lecture).
  
  • DANC 209 - Intermediate Hip Hop


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: DANC 109  or consent of instructor.
    Intermediate skill and techniques in Hip Hop Dance.

    Dance majors/minors must take for letter grade. (4 hours studio) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 214 - Ballet Pointe


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
    Development of the technique of dancing in pointe shoes.

    (2 studios hours). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 216 - Intermediate/Advanced Jazz


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: DANC 116  and placement screening, or consent of instructor.
    Intermediate/advanced theory and practice of modern jazz dance.

    Dance majors/minors must take for letter grade. (4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 217 - Intermediate Tap Technique


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: DANC 117  or placement screening.
    Intermediate skills in tap technique concentrating on rhythmic complexity, heightened tempos, and contemporary tap styles.

    (4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 219 - Dance Activity II


    (1-2 units)

    Intermediate skills and techniques in ballet, jazz, or modern dance technique.

    (2-4 hours studio). Not open for credit to dance majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 220 - Dance Composition I


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: DANC 120 .
    Corequisites: DANC 131 .
    Theory and practice in the basic elements of dance composition.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 252 - Modern Technique II


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Placement screening; Dance Major or Minor who passed Minor Technique Screening.
    Intermediate skill in modern dance technique.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 254 - Ballet Technique II


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Placement screening; Dance Major or Minor who passed Minor Technique Screening.
    Intermediate skill in ballet technique.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 260 - Functional Anatomy for the Dancer


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: DANC 161  or consent of the instructor.
    A thorough examination of major muscles, bones and joints as they relate to human movement. Performance of anatomical analyses of common conditioning exercises and key dance movements.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours lecture, 2 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 261 - Anatomy with Clay Laboratory


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisites: DANC 161  or consent of the instructor.
    Corequisites: DANC 260  or consent of the instructor.
    Incorporates rendering muscles on manikens® with clay (user of Anatomy in Clay Learning Systems®) to aid in developing a three dimensional understanding of the location and actions of musculature vital for human movement.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours lab).
  
  • DANC 295 - Repertory


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisites: Audition, dance major.
    Experience in rehearsal and performance practice in an intensive format.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 312 - Modern Technique III


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: Placement screening; Dance Major or Minor who passed Minor Technique Screening.
    Corequisite(s): DANC 361 
    Intermediate/advanced skill in modern dance technique.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 314 - Ballet Technique III


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: Placement screening; Dance Major or Minor who passed Minor Technique Screening.
    Corequisite(s): DANC 361 .
    Intermediate/advanced skill in ballet technique.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 315 - Ballet Workshop


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisites: Dance major and minor or consent of instructor.
    Exploration of the techniques of ballet.

    (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 316 - Advanced Jazz


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: DANC 216  and placement screening, or consent of instructor.
    Advanced theory and practice of jazz technique.

    Dance majors/minors must take for letter grade. (4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 319 - Dance Laboratory


    (1-3 units)

    Participation in dance technique projects. Consent of instructor.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours studio per unit.). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 320 - Dance Composition II


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: DANC 220 .
    Corequisite(s): DANC 131 .
    Development of theme and style in small group studies.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 321 - Directed Choreography


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    Independent choreographic projects finalized in a performance venue under supervision of a faculty member.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (3/4 - 2 1/4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 342 - Global Cultures and Dance Traditions


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Completion of GE Foundation requirements.
    Comparison of dance practices within diverse world cultures.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours lecture).
  
  • DANC 361 - Pilates I


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Dance Major, DANC 260; or consent of instructor.
    Beginning-intermediate level Pilates-based program, emphasizing the use of the Pilates apparatus, designed to enhance dance performance, movement coordination and physical conditioning.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour seminar, 4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 362 - Pilates II


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: Dance Major, DANC 361 ; or consent of instructor.
    Intermediate-advanced level. Pilates-based conditioning program which employs a series of exercises designed to enhance dance performance and prevent injury, utilizing apparatus based on designs of Joseph Pilates, exercise balls, free weights and body for resistance.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 373 - Nonverbal Communication: Interaction of Mind and Body


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: GE Foundation requirements, completion of one or more Exploration course(s), and upper division standing.
    History and theories of the development of mind/body integration. Enhancement of personal and interpersonal relations through lectures, discussion, films and movement experiences. Analysis and synthesis of the interdependence of the psychological and physical processes in nonverbal communication.

    Not open for credit to students with credit in ED P 373.
  
  • DANC 380A - Dance Performance


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: Dance Major or Minor, audition.
    Participation as a performer and/or choreographer in Dance Department productions. Concert participation is by audition only.

    (3 or more hours studio). A combination of 380A,B and 480A,B may be repeated to a maximum of 8 units.
  
  • DANC 380B - Dance Performance


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: Dance Major or Minor, audition.
    Participation as a performer and/or choreographer in Dance Department productions. Concert participation is by audition only.

    (3 or more hours studio). A combination of 380A,B and 480A,B may be repeated to a maximum of 8 units.
  
  • DANC 381A - Dance Production Technical


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisites: Open to dance majors and minors.
    Technical production participation in Dance Department sponsored productions.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours or more studio). A combination of 381A,B and 481A,B may be repeated to a total of 8 units.
  
  • DANC 381B - Dance Production Technical


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisites: Open to dance majors and minors.
    Technical production participation in Dance Department sponsored productions.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours or more studio). A combination of 381A,B and 481A,B may be repeated to a maximum of 8 units.
  
  • DANC 412 - Advanced BFA Modern Technique


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: BFA Dance Major, and placement screening.
    Corequisite(s): DANC 361 .
    Advanced skill in modern dance technique.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 414 - Advanced BFA Ballet Technique


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: BFA Dance Major, and placement screening.
    Corequisite(s): DANC 361 .
    Advanced skills in ballet technique.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 420 - Advanced Composition


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: DANC 320  or consent of instructor.
    Approaches to the development of choreographic materials of extended structure and content.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 435 - Dance on Camera


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE Foundation requirements, one or more Exploration course(s), and upper division standing. Students must have scored 11 or higher on the GWAR Placement Examination or completed the necessary portfolio course that is a prerequisite for a GWAR Writing Intensive Capstone.
    Examination of the relationship between dance and film; study of historical and theoretical connections placed in both aesthetic and cultural contexts.

    (3 hour Lecture)
  
  • DANC 442 - Dance and Social Identity in the U.S.


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Dance Major. Completion of GE Foundation requirements. Students must have scored 11 or higher on the GWAR Placement Examination or completed the necessary portfolio course that is a prerequisite for a GWAR Writing Intensive Capstone.
    Development of dance in the American context and its sociocultural influences and concert forms.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours lecture, 2 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 445 - Movement Analysis


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Open to Dance Majors and Minors only.
    Study of the principles underlying movement and their application to all areas of movement study.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 2 hours, 2 hours studio)
  
  • DANC 470A - Dance Pedagogy


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Upper division standing, or consent of instructor.
    Methods of teaching dance technique for studios, recreation departments, companies, secondary schools, colleges, and universities. Emphasis on teaching teenagers and adult beginners.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio)
  
  • DANC 470B - Ballet Pedagogy


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 254; Upper division standing, or consent of the instructor.
    Methods of teaching ballet technique for studios, recreation departments, companies, secondary schools, colleges, and universities.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 475 - Dance for Children


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Upper division standing, or consent of instructor.
    Practical experience in teaching creative dance to children. Includes improvisational approaches to teaching elements of dance, exploration and practical implementation of teaching and learning theories, and incorporation of the California Visual and Arts dance standards into elementary school curriculum.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours lecture, 2 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 480A - Dance Performance


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: Dance majors, audition.
    Participation as a performer and/or choreographer in Dance Department approved University-sponsored production. Most concert participation is by audition only.

    (3 or more hours studio). A combination of 380A,B and 480A,B may be repeated to a total of 8 units.
  
  • DANC 480B - Dance Performance


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: Dance majors, audition.
    Participation as a performer and/or choreographer in Dance Department approved University-sponsored production. Most concert participation is by audition only.

    (3 or more hours studio). A combination of 380A,B and 480A,B may be repeated to a total of 8 units.
  
  • DANC 481A - Dance Production-Technical


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisites: Dance Major.
    Technical participation in Dance Department-sponsored productions.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours or more studio). A combination of 381A,B and 481A,B may be repeated to a total of 8 units.
  
  • DANC 481B - Dance Production-Technical


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisites: Dance Major.
    Technical participation in Dance Department-sponsored productions.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours or more studio). A combination of 381A,B and 481A,B may be repeated to a total of 8 units.
  
  • DANC 488 - Organization of Dance Production


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing or consent of instructor.
    Analysis and practice in the production elements of dance concerts. Course is coordinated with a department concert.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  
  • DANC 490 - Selected Topics in Dance


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
    Topics of current interest in the field of dance selected for special presentation and development.

    May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units with different topics in different semesters or consent of department chair. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
  
  • DANC 491A - Design for Dance Lighting


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Upper division standing or consent of instructor.
    Techniques of designing lighting for dance. Practical applications include designing and executing lighting for dance for concerts in various settings.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 491B - Design for Dance Costuming


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Upper division standing or consent of instructor.
    Designing and constructing costumes for dance.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 495 - Repertory


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Dance major, Audition.
    Students learn and perform works of distinguished choreographers. Leads to concert performance.

    (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 18 units provided it is with a different instructor each time.
  
  • DANC 498 - Senior Seminar in Dance


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: Senior standing in the BFA program or consent of instructor.
    Culmination of undergraduate study resulting in individual projects that vary according to artistic, intellectual, and career goals.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour seminar, 2 hours activity).
  
  • DANC 499 - Directed Studies in Dance


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
    Independent projects and research of advanced nature in any area of dance.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). Course may be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 505 - Dance Pedagogy


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into MFA program or consent of advisor.
    Theory and methods specific to the teaching of dance technique in secondary and post-secondary education.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 506 - Teaching Practicum


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the MFA program in Dance.
    Seminar in the practical application of effective teaching practices for MFA teaching assistants.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour seminar) May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 510A - Technique Laboratory


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission into the MA or MFA degree program.
    Intermediate to intermediate/advanced skill in modern dance technique for the graduate student.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 510B - Technique Laboratory


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission into the MA or MFA degree program.
    Intermediate to intermediate/advanced skill in modern dance technique for the graduate student.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 510C - Technique Laboratory


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission into the MA or MFA degree program.
    Intermediate to intermediate/advanced skill in modern dance technique for the graduate student.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 511A - MFA Technique Laboratory


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: Admission into the MFA degree program.
    Technical dance skill for the graduate student.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 511B - MFA Technique Laboratory


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: Admission into the MFA degree program.
    Technical dance skill for the graduate student.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 512 - Advanced Modern Technique


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: Placement screening.
    Advanced skill in modern dance technique for the graduate student.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 514 - Advanced Ballet Technique


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: Placement screening.
    Advanced skill in ballet technique for the graduate student.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 520A - Choreography A


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission into the MFA degree program.
    Will center on development of advanced approached to choreographic materials and techniques. It will emphasize outlining of artistic ideas in written form before physical realization, and will emphasize composing and shaping chorography based on clearly stated concepts.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours activity; 1 hour discussion).
  
  • DANC 520B - Choreography B


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission into the MFA program for dance.
    Methods and practice of developing choreography utilizing music/composers as the basis for compositional exploration.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours activity; 1 hour discussion).
  
  • DANC 520C - Choreography C


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission into the M.F.A. program.
    Advanced study of choreographic methods concentrating on development of choreography inspired by, and relating to, other art forms. Compositional studies geared to traditional theatrical venues and alternate performing venues will be explored.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours activity; 1 hour discussion).
  
  • DANC 520D - Choreography D


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission into the M.F.A. program.
    Concentrates on development of dance choreography designed for presentation through video, and video used as an integrated/supporting form in live performance. Emphasizes skills and techniques in the exploration of dance documentation and the shooting and editing of digital video.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours activity; 1 hour discussion).
  
  • DANC 521 - Dance Composition III


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission to the MA degree program in Dance.
    Methods and practice of developing choreography as related to the high school and community college setting.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lec., 4 hours lab).
  
  • DANC 522 - Composition IV


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission into the MA degree program.
    Methods and practice in developing more advanced choreographic studies related to a high school or community college setting.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio; 1 lecture hour).
  
  • DANC 565 - Dance Science as Related to Teaching Technique


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: DANC 260  and DANC 505 , or consent of instructor.
    Application of anatomical principles, scientific principles of training, and biomechanical principles to more effectively design and teach dance technique classes.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lec., 4 hours lab).
  
  • DANC 570 - Practical Research Methods in Dance


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the MFA program in Dance or consent of Graduate Advisor.
    Instruction in practice-based research, including developing a choreographic research question, conducting research, writing the research proposal, and creating a properly formatted annotated bibliography.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours seminar). Course may be taught in hybrid or distance learning format.
  
  • DANC 580A - Dance Performance


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: Audition.
    Participation as a performer and/or choreographer in Dance Department approved University-sponsored production.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (3 or more hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units.
  
  • DANC 580B - Dance Performance


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: Audition.
    Participation as a performer and/or choreographer in Dance Department approved University-sponsored production.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units.
  
  • DANC 581 - Graduate Dance Production


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the MFA program in Dance.
    Instruction and practical experience in producing a CSULB MFA dance concert.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours seminar, 2 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 585A - Dance Performance


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: Audition.
    Participation as a performer and/or choreographer in Dance Department approved University-sponsored production.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (3 or more hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units.
  
  • DANC 585B - Dance Performance


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: Audition.
    Participation as a performer and/or choreographer in Dance Department approved University-sponsored production.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units.
  
  • DANC 588 - Seminar in Dance Management


    (2 units)

    Techniques and practices in producing and promoting dance performances in fixed sites and in touring venues relevant to the production of MFA thesis concerts and to venues outside the University. For graduate students with prior experience in the field.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  
  • DANC 590 - Selected Topics in Dance


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into MFA program in dance.
    Topics of current interest to graduate students in dance will be selected for intensive study.

    Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different topics. Topics announced in Schedule of Classes.
  
  • DANC 591A - Advanced Design for Dance Lighting


    (3 units)

    Provides students with advanced work in design lighting for dance, and offers the in-depth technical knowledge and practical experience necessary to the execution of complete lighting plots.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 591B - Advanced Design for Dance Costuming


    (3 units)

    Provides graduate students with advanced coursework in designing costumes for dance, and with skills necessary to execute the designs.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio).
  
  • DANC 592 - Selected Topics in Dance


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into MFA program in dance.
    Topics of current interest to graduate students in dance will be selected for intensive study.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different topics. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
  
  • DANC 595 - Repertory


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Audition.
    For graduate dance majors to learn more advanced works from the repertoire of noted choreographers or to have new works created on the students by distinguished choreographers.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.
  
  • DANC 597 - Criticism and Analysis of Dance


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the graduate degree programs in dance.
    Introduction to dance studies through viewing historical and contemporary choreography and readings in criticism, aesthetics, and theory. Writing and choreographic lab experiences.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours lecture).
  
  • DANC 599 - Directed Studies


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
    Individual research or project under the guidance of a faculty member.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio) May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters.
  
  • DANC 605 - Seminar in Dance


    (2-3 units)

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the MA or MFA in Dance.
    Will be conducted as a seminar. Literature, including research appropriate to the particular topic of the course, will be examined and discussed.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  
  • DANC 642 - Seminar in Dance History


    (3 units)

    Intensive study of selected topics in the History of Dance.

    Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units with different topics.
  
  • DANC 693 - Teaching Internship


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the M.F.A. program in Dance.
    Opportunity to work with full-time Dance faculty member in course preparation and instruction in one area of dance theory.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  
  • DANC 698 - Thesis/Project


    (1-6 units)

    Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy.
    Planning, preparation, and completion of a thesis/project in dance for the M.A. degree.

    Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.
  
  • DANC 699 - Thesis/Project


    (1-6 units)

    Prerequisite: Advancement to Candidacy.
    Planning, preparation, and completion of thesis/project in dance for the M.F.A. degree.

    Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester.

Design

  
  • DESN 110 - Foundation Design History


    (3 units)

    General survey of the history of design and its evolution through various stages leading to its current expression, analyzing the social influences and contributions of prominent designers of various periods.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  
  • DESN 120A - Fundamentals of Design


    (3 units)

    Systematic approach to process of designing dimensional objects including color theory, surface, volume investigation.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours laboratory)
  
  • DESN 120B - Fundamentals of Design


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite for DESN 120B: DESN 120A  or consent of instructor.
    Prerequisite/Corequisite for DESN 120B: DESN 151 .

    Systematic approach to process of designing dimensional objects including color theory, surface, volume investigation.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours laboratory)
  
  • DESN 130 - Perspective and Rendering for Interiors


    (3 units)

    Fundamentals of design drawing techniques including perspective and rendering techniques for interior spaces.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours laboratory)
  
  • DESN 132A - Perspective and Rendering Systems


    (3 units)

    Fundamentals of design drawing techniques include perspective, sketching, and rendering techniques for objects and environments.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours laboratory)
  
  • DESN 132B - Perspective and Rendering Systems


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: for DESN 132B: DESN 132A  or consent of instructor.
    Fundamentals of design drawing techniques include perspective, sketching, and rendering techniques for objects and environments.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours laboratory)
  
  • DESN 141 - Interior/Architectural Drafting


    (3 units)

    Architectural drafting graphic techniques used in light framing, commercial construction with emphasis on interiors.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hours laboratory)
  
  • DESN 142 - Beginning Space Planning


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: DESN 120A , DESN 130 , DESN 141  and BFA Interior Design Major status; BA in Design with consent of instructor.

     
    Fundamental skill development in space planning for interiors. Function, human factors, user experience, aesthetic, perceptual and code related factors are explored.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours laboratory)

  
  • DESN 143 - Materials of Interiors


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: DESN 142  or consent of instructor.
    In-depth exploration of construction materials, finishes and furnishings, manufacturing processes, resources, sustainability and lifecycle issues related to interior architecture. Examination of materials technology, product innovations and applications through lecture, demonstration and field trips.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours seminar) Not open for credit for students with credit in DESN 243.
 

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