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CJ 274 Homicide
This course is an analytical study of homicide in
the United States. Different types of homicide,
theoretical explanations of homicide, homicide
offenders, homicide victims, trends in homicide,
the setting and circumstances surrounding
homicide and capital punishment will be presented
and discussed. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 295 Topics in Criminal Justice
Investigation of specific topics or issues in the field of criminal justice. Credit(s): 3
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CJ 302 Ethics in the Criminal Justice System
This course examines ethical issues in our society concerning the criminal
justice system, particularly those issues on which there may not be general
social agreement by citizens and by professional members of the criminal
justice community. The course familiarizes students with various theories of
ethical behavior and the decision-making processes necessary to produce
ethical behavior leading to students being able to analyze situations and
determine appropriate ethical responses. The course includes material on
moral decision making, philosophical approaches to ethics, constitutional and
religious perspectives and the application of ethics in various aspects of the
criminal justice system. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing
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CJ 305 Criminal Theory
A review of the classical and contemporary schools of criminal theory. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 310 Victimology
This course will be an in-depth study of victimology, victims and victimization. The course will examine the impact of crime on victims and the relationship between offenders and victims. Topics covered will include the extent and nature of victimization, the role victims play within the criminal justice system, rights of crime victims, the media, risk factors and crime prevention policy, and victim programs. The course will also review theories of
victimization. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 311 Crime and the Media
This course examines the interrelations between criminal justice, crime and the mass media. The course will study representations of crime and the justice system within media (i.e., newspapers, TV, movies). It will explore depictions of crime, victims, offenders and the criminal justice system in the media, exploring how the media represents, distorts and/or filters these topics. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 321 Policing and Law Enforcement
Policing and Law Enforcement is an upper-level course for criminal justice majors designed to acquaint students with how society came to accept policing and law enforcement historically and how law enforcement officials operate currently, primarily in the U.S. but also globally. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 322 The Courts
The Courts is designed to examine the structure of the various courts of the United States at the local, state and federal levels. Class will survey current issues that inform and compose court administration using sociological criminological theories. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 323 Corrections
Examination of theories and programs that inform and compose corrections in the United States. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 326 Crime Mapping
This course examines the major criminological theories that address the spatial distribution of crime as well its investigation and understanding. The use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) has emerged in the last ten years as an important resource for this purpose, a process commonly known as crime mapping. This course explores the practical applications of crime mapping by the criminal justice system, the issues facing its use and the technology used to analyze and understand spatial patterns of crime. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 335 Women and Crime in America (same as GWST 335 )
This course is designed to allow students to examine how crime impacts women in the United States, both as perpetrators and victims. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101 and six additional hours of criminal justice
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CJ 343 Law for the Criminal Justice Professional
An examination of the central legal principles, procedures and concerns in the criminal justice system. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 350 Criminological Research Methods
This course presents research design as used in criminological research. Both qualitative and quantitative methods will be examined with emphases placed on formulating research questions, collecting data, conducting analyses, interpreting and reporting results with the information to be used to aid professionals in the criminal justice system to better do their jobs. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 360 Criminal Procedure
This course reviews how constitutional law creates rules and standards for law enforcement, prosecution, defense and court procedures. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 366 Race and Crime
This course examines the influence and impact of race and ethnicity on crime and the operation of the criminal justice system. Topics will include racial and minority disparities in victimization, how race and other minority statuses are determined, how they affect perceptions of crime, bias in law enforcement and successful remedies, and the impact of these topics on outcomes in the criminal justice system. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 371 White-Collar Crime
This course reviews the history, theory, practice and legal environment of white-collar crime as it affects law enforcement, the justice system and American society. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 372 Organized Crime
This course addresses the history, theory, practice and legal environment of law enforcement challenges and responses to organized crime in the United States and other countries. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 373 Terrorism
This course studies the history, theory, practice and legal environment of various crimes committed by terrorist acts and the responses of law enforcement, government and society to the challenges. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 375 Computer Crime
This course addresses the emergence of computer-assisted crime and the new challenges it has created for the criminal justice system and society. The characteristics of different types of digital crime are examined, including the use of computers to assist and commit terrorism as well as white-collar, sex and hate crimes. Law enforcement response, investigation and preventive strategies to address these crimes are also reviewed. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 376 Sex Crimes
This class provides an introduction to the nature and extent of, theoretical explanations about, and social responses to sex crimes, as well as a review of social/legal policy. The purpose of this course is to define various categories of sex crimes, examine the relationship between societal myths and public attitudes about these crimes, and review the history, nature and effectiveness of the criminal justice system’s activity regarding these offenses. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 377 Serial Killers
This course is an in-depth study of serial murder. This includes the history of the crime, those who commit it and theories of why these crimes are committed, what differentiates serial murder from other types of multicide, the victims, and the law enforcement response to this crime. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 390 History of Criminal Law
This course presents the ways individuals and their societies have defined, recognized and punished those who chose not to follow societal rules and laws across time. Legal codes from throughout history will be examined and compared. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101 and CJ 220
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CJ 395 Topics in Criminology and Criminal Justice
This course will investigate and examine specific topics or issues in the fields of criminology and criminal justice. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101 and junior standing
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CJ 401 Internship in Criminal Justice
In this course, students will complete an internship in the field of Criminal Justice. Students must make arangements for enrollment in advance with the instructor. Enrollment is limited to Criminal Justice majors and minors with junior or senior standing and a minimum 2.5 GPA. This course may be retaken for additional credit. Credit(s): 3
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CJ 404 Crime, Community and Prevention
This course will provide an in-depth examination of the field of community corrections and related efforts to prevent crime that goes beyond and builds on the study of the basic concepts and practices of the corrections field. Topics will include the roles and responsibilities of probation and parole officers, community-based programs to re-integrate offenders and reduce the likelihood that they re-offend, and related issues such as restorative justice, evidence-based practices and programs such as drug treatment, vocational training and cognitive therapy. Special emphasis will be devoted to program evaluation and effectiveness. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101 and junior standing
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CJ 405 Public Policy and Criminal Justice
This course will examine how the public policy process responds to crime and the operation of the criminal justice system at the federal, state and local level. The course will explain how the public policy process works. It will review the role of key participants such as each of the three branches of government, public opinion, interest groups and the media. The course also considers the impact of the public policy process on the components of the criminal justice system and how the interaction of these participants shapes public policy regarding crime and its prevention. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101 and junior standing
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CJ 435 Women and Crime Globally
This course addresses the reality for women in criminal justice systems internationally. The course specifically examines crimes committed both by and against women in selected areas of the world. The course examines these crimes, criminals and victims in light of similarities and differences in culture, communication, family, polity, education, social inequality, deviance and social control. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101 and CJ 335
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CJ 440 Comparative Criminal Justice Systems
This course introduces the criminal justice student to foreign criminal justice systems and the techniques with which it is appropriate to make comparisons. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 450 Senior Experience
This course instructs students on the creation and
completion of a project in the field of criminal
justice and prepares them to take professional
advantage of their criminal justice studies.
Students will primarily work on a team project.
In addition, students will acquire the skills to
prepare a portfolio and to create, seek and
utilize both academic and professional
opportunities in the criminology and criminal
justice field.
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and minimum GPA of 2.5.
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CJ 477 Issues in Criminal Justice
A seminar on selected topics in the administration of criminal justice. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing as a Criminal Justice major
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CJ 495 Topics in Criminal Justice
Investigation of specific topics or issues in the field of criminal justice. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101 and junior standing
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CJ 499 Guided Independent Study
This course allows guided individualized study of a particular area in Criminal Justice as agreed by the student and instructor. An outline of the proposed study content, learning activities and evaluation methods must be submitted to the instructor for approval prior to enrollment. This course may be retaken for additional credit. Credit(s): 1 to 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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DA 111 Modern Dance I
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission) involves the development of skill, knowledge, and appreciation of modern dance through the study of fundamental techniques and other movement experiences. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
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DA 112 Modern Dance II
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission) involves the development of skill, knowledge, and appreciation of modern dance through the study of fundamental techniques and other movement experiences. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 111
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DA 121 Ballet I
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission) involves the development of skills, knowledge and appreciation of ballet through the study of fundamental techniques and movement vocabulary. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
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DA 122 Ballet II
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission) involves the development of skills, knowledge and appreciation of ballet through the study of fundamental techniques and movement vocabulary. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 121
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DA 131 Jazz I
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission) develops skills, knowledge and appreciation of jazz dance through the study of fundamental techniques and both contemporary and musical theatre styles. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
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DA 132 Jazz II
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission) develops skills, knowledge and appreciation of jazz dance through the study of fundamental techniques and both contemporary and musical theatre styles. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 131
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DA 143 Freshman Seminar
This seminar, offered for freshman/first-year dance majors only, focuses on integrating new students into the Conservatory community and developing skills for academic and professional success. Topics will include studio, audition, rehearsal and performance etiquette, production responsibilities, career development strategies, arts advocacy and community engagement. Credit(s): 1
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DA 152 Contemporary Partnering
This course is an exploration of contact improvisation and contemporary partnering skills. Credit(s): 1
Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in DAPE 152 (or previous coursework in contact improvisation)
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DA 153 Dance Production I
This course examines production principles of dance performance including production personnel and scheduling, lighting, staging, costuming, sound production and video techniques. Discussion of these topics will be combined with first-hand experience, as students assist in preparations for all scheduled dance performances. This course develops a foundation of knowledge, skills and processes appropriate for dance performance and teaching. Credit(s): 1
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DA 191 Pilates Mat
This course is designed for students to develop an understanding of Pilates’ 6 Principles and physical mastery of the 34 Pilates Mat exercises. The material presented will cover the specific benefits of the Pilates method as it applies to cross training for dance and the professional performer/athlete. Credit(s): 1
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DA 192 Pilates Mat II
This course offers continued study of Pilates’ 6 Principles and the 34 Pilates Mat exercises, focusing on advanced level skill development through the addition of props (bands, balls and ring techniques), as well as more advanced variations of the traditional mat exercises. Emphasis is placed on continued mastery of physical skills at a sustained pace, providing increased cardiovascular wellness benefits and cross-training for the professional performer/athlete. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of DA 191
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DA 211 Modern Dance III
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission), offers continued exploration in movement and motion and further develops skills and knowledge of modern dance technique, with emphasis on performance skills. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 112
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DA 212 Modern Dance IV
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission), offers continued exploration in movement and motion and further develops skills and knowledge of modern dance technique, with emphasis on performance skills. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 211
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DA 221 Ballet III
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission), offers continued training with emphasis on increasing technical proficiency of technical skills and knowledge of the art form. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 122
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DA 222 Ballet IV
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission), offers continued training with emphasis on increasing proficiency of technical skills and knowledge of the art form. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 221
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DA 231 Jazz III
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission), is a continuation of the study of technique in the jazz style, with emphasis on increasing proficiency of technical and performance skills, as well as knowledge of the art form. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 132
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DA 232 Jazz IV
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission), is a continuation of the study of technique in the jazz style, with emphasis on increasing proficiency of technical and performance skills, as well as knowledge of the art form. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 231
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DA 241 Dance Composition I
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission), presents basic elements and principles of composing movement for dance. Simple compositional forms for the solo performer are stressed. Technology skills that support choreographic creativity are developed. A repertoire of questioning strategies in literal, interpretive, critical and evaluative thinking is developed in both oral and written formats. This course develops a foundation of knowledge, skills and processes for choreography appropriate to dance performance and teaching. Credit(s): 2
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DA 242 Dance Composition II
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission) presents basic elements and principles of composing movement for dance. Simple compositional forms for the solo performer are developed into duet and trio structures. Technology skills that support choreographic creativity are developed. A repertoire of questioning strategies in literal, interpretive, critical and evaluative thinking is developed in both oral and written formats. This course develops a foundation of knowledge, skills and processes for choreography appropriate to dance performance and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 241
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DA 260 Movement and Dance for Children
Methods and materials appropriate to teaching creative movement for children are presented in this course. Pedagogical content and movement activities address a variety of ages and developmental levels and include individual, cooperative and team activities, as well as elementary folk and social dance forms. Students develop instruction procedure and materials utilizing a variety of teaching resources, including the Virginia Standards of Learning, and gain practical experience in classroom management and communication skills. Credit(s): 3
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DA 262 Techniques for Teaching Dance
This course offers an overview of principles and methodologies appropriate to the teaching of dance. Students will prepare goal-specific lesson plans, analyze technique principles and develop evaluation tools. Strategies for addressing developmental levels, exceptional students and related issues are discussed. Technology resources appropriate to teaching are identified and examined. Supervised teaching experiences provide opportunities to develop effective classroom management techniques and communication skills while employing a variety of teaching methods. Assignments develop critical and evaluative thinking and a familiarity with the Virginia Standards of Learning and a variety of other teaching resources. Credit(s): 3
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DA 271 History and Philosophy of Dance I
This course is a study of the development of Western theatrical dance, and how history and cultural trends have shaped it. Philosophical theories of dance as a performing art and the writings of contemporary critics are examined and discussed. Emphasis is placed on the development of an individual aesthetic base and developed through exposure to a wide variety of recorded resources. Independent reading, writing and research assignments develop comprehension, technology and oral/written communication skills. Credit(s): 3
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DA 291 Pilates Mat Teacher Training I
This course is designed for students to develop mastery of Pilates’ 6 Principles, The Pilates Lab 5 Principles, the 34 Pilates Mat exercises and modifications in preparation for a Pilates Mat Teacher Training Completion Certificate. Contraindications for pregnancy, diabetes and orthopedic conditions will be covered as well as use of Magic Circle, Foam Roller and Theraball props. This course may be taken to fulfill dance technique elective credits. A minimum grade is required for students who wish to proceed to DA 292 Pilates Mat Teacher Training II, to complete the Pilates Mat Teacher Training Completion Certificate. Consult with the instructor for details. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): One semester of college level anatomy (BIO 231 or BIO 232 ) approved by the instructor
Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in DA 191 Pilates Mat
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DA 292 Pilates Mat Teacher Training II
This course is designed for students to further develop mastery of Pilates’ 6 Principles, The Pilates Lab 5 Principles, the 34 Pilates Mat exercises and modifications in preparation for a Pilates Mat Teacher Training Completion Certificate, which will be granted at the end of the semester provided the minimum grade is attained. Contraindications for pregnancy, diabetes and orthopedic conditions will be covered as well as use of Magic Circle, Foam Roller and Theraball props. Emphasis will be placed on the observation of other student teachers, preparing and teaching lessons in preparation for a career in teaching Pilates Mat. Certificate students must have earned a minimum grade in DA 291. Consult with instructor for details. This course may be taken to fulfill dance technique elective credits. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): DA 291 Pilates Mat Teacher Training I
Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in DA 191 Pilates Mat
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DA 311 Modern Dance V
This course offers continued study of modern dance technique for the advanced student emphasizing the attainment of technical proficiency, high quality performance skills and increased knowledge about the art form. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 212
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DA 312 Modern Dance VI
This course offers continued study of modern dance technique for the advanced student, emphasizing the attainment of technical proficiency, high quality performance skills and increased knowledge about the art form. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 311
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DA 321 Ballet V
This course offers continued study of ballet for the advanced student, emphasizing the attainment of technical proficiency, high quality performance skills and increased knowledge about the art form. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 222
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DA 322 Ballet VI
This course offers continued study of ballet for the advanced student, emphasizing the attainment of technical proficiency, high quality performance skills and increased knowledge about the art form. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 321
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DA 323 Pointe
This course is a study in classical pointe technique for the ballet dancer and includes training exercises for strength development. Advanced dancers may study ballet variations and pas de deux drawn from the classical repertoire. Credit(s): 1 or 2
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DA 331 Jazz V
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor’s permission) offers continued study of jazz dance for the advanced student with emphasis on attaining technical proficiency, high quality performance skills, and increased knowledge about the art form. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 232
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DA 332 Jazz VI
This course for dance majors (and others with instructor permission) offers continued study of jazz dance for the advanced student with emphasis on attaining technical proficiency, high quality performance skills, and increased knowledge about the art form. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 331
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DA 341 Dance Composition III
This course offers further exploration in composing duets, trios, quartets and large group pieces and emphasis on exploring spatial designs and rhythmic variations for group works. Technology skills that support choreographic creativity are developed. Ethical and legal issues relating to technology and copyright are discussed with regard to their impact on choreography, reconstruction and performance. This course further develops a foundation of knowledge, skills and processes appropriate for dance performance and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 242
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DA 342 Dance Composition IV
This course offers further exploration in composing duets, trios, quartets and large group pieces and emphasis is placed on exploring spatial designs and rhythmic variations for group works. Technology skills that support choreographic creativity are developed. Ethical and legal issues relating to technology and copyright are discussed with regard to their impact on choreography, reconstruction and performance. This course further develops a foundation of knowledge, skills and processes appropriate for dance performance and teaching. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 341
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DA 343 Junior Seminar
This course is designed for junior dance majors to investigate current dance marketing practices and approaches that may be employed in the development and launch of their own professional social media dance presence. Over the semester, students will research, discuss, and write about a variety of dance marketing strategies, analyze websites and social media tactics employed by current dance companies, deepen oral and written communication skills around self-promotion and begin to construct a professional social media presence. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing within the Bachelor of Arts in Dance (B.A.) or the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance (B.F.A) degree.
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DA 353 Dance Production III
This course is designed to provide students with advanced-level experience in dance production, planning and management. Students will serve as assistants to the production manager and artistic directors, gaining first-hand experience in the development of schedules, contracting personnel and working with a purchasing system for the acquisition of materials and supplies. Students take a more active leadership role during load-in, and may stage manage a mainstage concert, supervise backstage preparations or call cues for performance. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): DA 153
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DA 371 Dance Science: Kinesiology
This course offers an in-depth exploration of human anatomical structure and its relationship to dance movement. Emphasis is placed on understanding joint limitations, injury prevention, and application of knowledge to studio teaching. This course develops a foundation of knowledge, skills and processes appropriate for dance performance and teaching. Credit(s): 3
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DA 372 Dance Science: Biomechanics
This course offers continued study of anatomical structure in relation to dance movement, including the principles of physics that influence stability and mobility in the human body. Emphasis is placed on the creation of desired results in dance training through properly-directed effort and economy of movement. This course develops the foundation of knowledge, skills and processes appropriate for dance performance and teaching. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): DA 371
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DA 381 Dance and Music
This course is a seminar in music for the dance professional. Topics include selection criteria, music listening analysis, rhythmic training, music creation and working with dance musicians. Ethical and legal issues pertaining to the use of technology and copyright are examined within the context of the dance profession. This course develops the foundation of knowledge, skills and processes appropriate for dance performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 3
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DA 386 Dance Ensemble
This course offers practical experience in performance and repertoire through intensive rehearsals and a variety of performance opportunities. Physical skills, professional discipline and artistic expression are developed through these processes to provide a foundation for future performance, choreography and teaching. Audition required. Credit(s): 2
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DA 443 Senior Concert and Seminar I
This is the final performance and choreographic project for all BFA Dance majors. This course may only be undertaken when the student is within 30 credit hours of graduation, with no more than 12 credit hours of technique requirements remaining to complete. The seminar focuses on fostering the creative process and providing production support while developing decision-making, problem-solving and oral/written communication skills. Appropriate technologies will be utilized to access and exchange information, facilitate creative processes and production management, and develop required documentation throughout the experience. Details of performance, choreographic and production requirements are stated in the Dance Division Handbook. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): DA 341 or DA 342
Corequisite(s): DA 311
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DA 444 Senior Concert and Seminar II
This course focuses on career management strategies for the entry-level dance professional and opportunities for continuing education in the field. Appropriate technologies will be utilized to access and exchange information, facilitate creative processes and production management, and develop required documentation throughout the experience. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): DA 443 or DA 343
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DA 453 Dance Lighting Design
This course is designed to support the creation and implementation of fully realized original lighting designs for Senior Dance Concert productions. Students in the course will employ all technical production skills gained in previous dance production coursework, and exercise creative decision-making and problem-solving skills throughout the collaborative process of mounting their capstone concerts. Credit(s): 1
Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in DA 443 Senior Concert & Seminar I
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DA 472 History and Philosophy of Dance II This course is a continuation of DA 271 .
Credit(s): 3
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DA 495 Special Topics
This course is an investigation of a specialized topic within dance. Credit(s): 1, 2, or 3 credits dependent upon topic.
Prerequisite(s): will vary with topic
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DA 498 Culminating Project
This course is an independent instruction setting for preparation of a culminating project in dance studies, where the focus and development of ideas leads to research into a topic of the student’s choice. The culminating project results in a written document and an oral presentation of the student’s work in a public forum. Credit(s): 1 or 2
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DA 499 Individual Directed Research
This course allows for guided individualized study of projects in dance, which may be used to fulfill dance electives only. Projects must be approved by the associate dean for faculty and academic affairs and the division chair and/or program coordinator prior to registration. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 credits, dependent upon topic.
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DAPE 113 Modern Dance I
Designed for the non-dance major, this course involves the development of skill, knowledge and appreciation of modern dance through the presentation of fundamental techniques and other movement experiences. Credit(s): 1
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DAPE 114 Modern Dance II
Designed for the non-dance major, this course involves the development of skill, knowledge and appreciation of modern dance through the presentation of fundamental techniques and other movement experiences. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 113
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DAPE 120 Foundations of Ballet Technique
Designed for the non-dance major, this course offers intensive training in the basic skills, knowledge and processes of ballet technique and vocabulary. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 3
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DAPE 123 Ballet I
Designed for the non-dance major, this course offers an introduction to the basic skills, knowledge and processes of ballet technique and vocabulary. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 1
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DAPE 124 Ballet II
Designed for the non-dance major, this course offers an introduction to the basic skills, knowledge and processes of ballet technique and vocabulary. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 1.5
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 123
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DAPE 133 Jazz I
Designed for the non-dance major, this course develops technical skills, knowledge and appreciation of jazz dance, technique and vocabulary. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 120
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DAPE 134 Jazz II
Designed for the non-dance major, this course develops technical skills, knowledge and appreciation of jazz dance, technique and vocabulary. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 1.5
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 133
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DAPE 135 Tap I
This course develops the skills, knowledge and appreciation of tap dance through the study of elementary rhythms, basic steps and terminology. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 1
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DAPE 136 Tap II
This course develops the skills, knowledge and appreciation of tap dance through the study of elementary rhythms, basic steps and terminology. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 135
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DAPE 151 Movement Awareness
This class is designed to bring body awareness and embodied consciousness into how we move and interact within our daily activities and routines. The class will focus on different techniques for stretching, strengthening, flexibility and toning. Emphasis will be placed on proper alignment, use of breath, spatial awareness, movement efficiency and creativity. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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DAPE 152 Contact Improvisation
This course offers an exploration of contact improvisation skills, including weight-sharing and the immediacy of movement initiated by physical contact. Placement by audition is required for non-dance majors. Credit(s): 1
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DAPE 220 Dance Technique for Musical Theatre
This course offers intensive training in the skills, knowledge and processes of ballet and jazz dance techniques. Emphasis is placed on development of movement vocabulary, performance skills, technical accuracy and injury prevention awareness. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Course is open to students from all majors, but an audition is required for placement. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Placement by audition
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DAPE 223 Ballet III
Designed for the non-dance major, this course offers continued ballet training with emphasis on increasing technical proficiency and awareness of the art form. Credit(s): 1.5
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 124
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DAPE 224 Ballet IV
Designed for the non-dance major, this course offers continued ballet training with emphasis on increasing technical proficiency and awareness of the art form. Credit(s): 1.5
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 223
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DAPE 233 Jazz III
Designed for the non-dance major, this course offers a continuation of the study of technique in the jazz style with emphasis on performance skills. Credit(s): 1.5
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 134
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DAPE 234 Jazz IV
Designed for the non-dance major, this course offers a continuation of the study of technique in the jazz style with emphasis on performance skills. Credit(s): 1.5
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 233
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DAPE 235 Tap III
This course offers continued study of tap dancing, with emphasis on complex rhythms and advanced technical skills. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 136
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DAPE 236 Tap IV
This course offers continued study of tap dancing, with emphasis on complex rhythms and advanced technical skills. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 235
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DAPE 333 Musical Theatre Dance Styles I
This course for musical theatre majors (and others with permission of the instructor) develops skills, knowledge and processes for the study of musical theatre dance repertoire. Emphasis is placed on performance of traditional movement vocabulary for different historical time periods and musical genres, developing a character through choreography, and developing the versatility necessary for professional work. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography, and teaching. This course may be repeated for credit with instructor approval. Credit(s): 1.5
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing only
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DAPE 334 Musical Theatre Dance Styles II
This course for musical theatre majors (and others with permission of the instructor) develops skills, knowledge and processes for the study of musical theatre dance repertoire. Emphasis is placed on performance of movement vocabulary for a variety of contemporary musicals, developing a character through choreography and developing the versatility and adaptability necessary for professional work. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. This course may be repeated for credit with instructor approval. Credit(s): 1.5
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing
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DAPE 393 Social Dance Styles
This course explores the fundamentals of contemporary dance styles such as ballroom, folk dance, contra dance and country line dancing. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 1
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DAPE 433 Musical Theatre Dance Styles III
This course develops skills, knowledge and processes for the continued study of musical theatre dance repertoire. Emphasis is placed on performance of movement vocabulary for contemporary musicals, audition preparation, the development of character through choreography, and the versatility and adaptability necessary for professional work. Through these processes, students develop an understanding of the technical and artistic foundations necessary for performance, choreography and teaching. Credit(s): 1.5
Prerequisite(s): DAPE 334
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