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DANC 1103   Dance Composition III (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: DANC 1102 and demonstrated competence approved by instructor.
This course is a continuation of DANC 1102. More complex structures and patterning. (2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015526

DANC 1110   Tap I (1)
This course is considered as a PHED activity course.
Prerequisite: None.
This course explores basic tap techniques. Emphasis on technique development and familiarity with traditional tap rhythms and steps. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1111   Tap II (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: DANC 1110 or demonstrated competence approved by instructor.
This course continues and further develops an exploration of DANC 1110. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1141   Body Conditioning (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Stretching and toning of the dancer''s instrument. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1341. The student may register for either DANC 1141 or DANC 1341, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1142   Body Conditioning II (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: DANC 1141.
Continuation of DANC 1141. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1342. The student may register for either DANC 1142 or DANC 1342, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1147   Hip Hop I (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
This course explores basic hip hop techniques. Emphasis is on technique development and familiarity with contemporary dance meters and rhythms. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1247. The student may register for either DANC 1147 or DANC 1247, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1148   Hip Hop II (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 1147 or demonstrated competence approved by instructor.
This course continues and further develops an exploration of DANC 1147. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1248. The student may register for either DANC 1148 or DANC 1248, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1149   Folklorico I (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of latin dance forms. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1150   Folklorico II (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
A continuation of Folklorico I. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1151   Rehearsal and Performance I (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
This course supplements beginning dance technique classes. Basic concepts of approaching work on the concert stage: stage directions, stage areas, and the craft involved in rehearsing and performing are emphasized. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1351. The student may register for either DANC 1151 or DANC 1351, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (4 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1152   Rehearsal and Performance II (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 1151 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor.
This course supplements intermediate dance technique classes. It is a continuation of DANC 1151 with emphasis on more advanced concepts as they apply to actual rehearsals and performances. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1352. The student may register for either DANC 1152 or DANC 1352, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (4 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1212   Dance Practicum I (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
A practicum and production in dance. The production portion will be a culmination experience that applies concepts to the practicum of dance as a performing art. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1112. The student may register for either DANC 1112 or DANC 1212, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015326

DANC 1213   Dance Practicum II (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
A continuation of Level I with a deeper exploration of more complex concepts and dance lighting awareness. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1113. The student may register for either DANC 1113 or DANC 1213, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015326

DANC 1245   Modern Dance I (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: One semester of ballet.
This course explores basic modern techniques. Emphasis is on technique development, and familiarity with contemporary dance meters and rhythms. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1345. The student may register for either DANC 1245 or DANC 1345, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1246   Modern Dance II (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 1245.
This course continues and further develops an exploration of Dance 1245. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1346. The student may register for either DANC 1246 or DANC 1346, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 2 Lab)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1247   Jazz I (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
The basic skills of jazz dance are introduced. Emphasis is on technique and development, rhythm awareness, jazz styles, and rhythmic combinations of movement. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1147. The student may register for either DANC 1147 or DANC 1247, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1248   Jazz II (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 1247 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor.
Work on skills and style in jazz dance is continued. Technical skills, combinations of steps into dance patterns, and exploration of composition in jazz form are emphasized. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1148. The student may register for either DANC 1148 or DANC 1248, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1305   World Dance I (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: One completed semester of dance.
Instruction in dance form from at least three major cultures. Cultural origins, significance and motivation, as well as the use of costumes will be explored. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015626

DANC 1306   World Dance II (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: DANC 1305.
Continuation of DANC 1305. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015626

DANC 1341   Ballet I (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
This course explores basic ballet structure and terminology. Included are posture, balance, coordination, rhythm, and flow of physical energy through the art form. Instruction in beginning adagio, petit allegro, grand allegro, inside and outside turns and various jumps are studied. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1141. The student may register for either DANC 1141 or DANC 1341, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1342   Ballet II (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 1341.
This course is a continuation of Dance 1341. Emphasis is on body directions and stamina. More complex combinations using advanced patterning will be studied. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1142. The student may register for either DANC 1142 or DANC 1342, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1345   Modern I (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
This course explores basic modern techniques. Emphasis is on technique development, and familiarity with contemporary meters and rhythms. An awareness of major influences on concert dance is developed. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1245. The student may register for either DANC 1245 or DANC 1345, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1346   Modern II (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 1345.
This course continues and further develops an exploration of Dance 1345. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1246. The student may register for either DANC 1246 or DANC 1346, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1351   Dance Performance I (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Instruction and participation in dance performance. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1151. The student may register for either DANC 1151 or DANC 1351, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 1352   Dance Performance II (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Stretching and toning at the dancer's instrument. This course is cross-listed as DANC 1152. The student may register for either DANC 1152 or DANC 1352, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2102   Body Conditioning (1)
This course is considered as a PHED activity course.
Prerequisite: None.
Stretching and toning at the dancer's instrument. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123

DANC 2110   Tap III (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: DANC 1111 or demonstrated competence approved by instructor.
This course continues and further develops an exploration of DANC 1111. Speed, clarity and styles will be emphasized. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2111   Tap IV (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: DANC 2110 or demonstrated competence approved by instructor.
Students work on advanced tap sequences, styles, clarity and speed. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2112   Vaudeville Dance I (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Practicum/Dance as a performing art. A study of American vaudeville, burlesque and exotic dance. Background history as well as movement vocabulary included. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2212. The student may register for either DANC 2112 or DANC 2212, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015326

DANC 2113   Vaudeville Dance II (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: DANC 2112.
Continuation of DANC 2112. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2213. The student may register for either DANC 2113 or DANC 2213, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015326

DANC 2141   Ballet Technique III (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: DANC 1341 and DANC 1342 or demonstrated competence approved by instructor.
For the serious ballet dancer who wishes to take additional days of ballet dance. This course is a companion course to DANC 1342, 2341 and 2342. Students must be enrolled in one of those courses to participate in Ballet Technique III. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2142   Ballet Technique IV (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: DANC 1341 and DANC 1342 and DANC 2341 or demonstrated competence approved by instructor.
For the serious ballet dancer who wishes to take additional days of ballet dance. This course is a companion course to DANC 2341 and 2342. Students must be enrolled in one of those courses to participate in Ballet Technique IV. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2147   Hip Hop III/Street Dance (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 1147 and Dance 1148.
This course explores advanced hip hop techniques. The emphasis is placed on performance quality and more advanced dance combinations. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2247. The student may register for either DANC 2147 or DANC 2247, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2148   Hip Hop IV/Video Dance (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: DANC 1147, DANC 1148, DANC 2147 and one from the following courses: DANC 1247, DANC 1248, DANC 2247, DANC 2248, DANC 1245, DANC 1246, DANC 2245, DANC 1341, DANC 1342, DANC 2341, DANC 2342.
Choreographic hip hop and jazz fusion. This class is for those desiring to pursue a dance career in music videos, commercials and television. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2248. The student may register for either DANC 2148 or DANC 2248, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2212   Musical Comedy Dance I (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of musical comedy dance patterns, steps and styles. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2112. The student may register for either DANC 2112 or DANC 2212, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015326

DANC 2213   Musical Comedy Dance II (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
A continuation of Musical Comedy Dance I. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2113. The student may register for either DANC 2113 or DANC 2213, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015326

DANC 2245   Modern Dance III (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 1246.
This course consists of the development of complex falls, combinations, phrasing, and dramatic emphasis. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2246   Modern Dance IV (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 2245.
This course is a further exploration of Dance 2245. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2247   Jazz III (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 1248.
This course consists of the development of proper performance framing. Complex jazz rhythms, turns, jumps, and intricate elements of choreography are introduced. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2147. The student may register for either DANC 2147 or DANC 2247, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2248   Jazz IV (2)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 2247.
This course is a further exploration of Dance 2247. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2148. The student may register for either DANC 2148 or DANC 2248, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2301   Ballet Independent Study (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Ballet II and consent of instructor.
Individualized format for giving students the opportunity to participate in ballet courses which allows flexibility of both schedule and intensity. Must be completed in two consecutive semesters (including summer). (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2325   Anatomy and Kinesiology for Dance (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
An interrelationship of the physiological processes and anatomy of the human body with a respect to movement. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2341   Ballet III (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 1342.
The development of ballet techniques is continued. More complicated exercises at the barre and center floor are included. Emphasis is on long series of movements, adagio and jumps. Precision of movement is stressed. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2141. The student may register for either DANC 2141 or DANC 2341, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2342   Ballet IV (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 2341.
Individual proficiency, artistry and technical virtuosity are developed. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2142. The student may register for either DANC 2142 or DANC 2342, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2345   Modern III (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 1346.
This course consists of the development of complex falls, combinations, phrasing, and dramatic emphasis. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2245. The student may register for either DANC 2245 or DANC 2345, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2346   Modern IV (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: Dance 2345.
This course is a further exploration of Dance 2345. This course is cross-listed as DANC 2246. The student may register for either DANC 2246 or DANC 2346, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2351   Dance Performance III (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Continuation of DANC 1352. Instruction and participation in dance performance. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2352   Dance Performance IV (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Continuation of DANC 2351. Instruction and participation in dance performance. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5003015226

DANC 2389   Academic Cooperative (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: None.
Instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with hands-on work experience. In conjunction with class seminars, student will set specific goals and objectives in study of dance. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2401035212

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WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.

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