Dance, Associate in Arts Degree
Banner Code: 1_AA_DANC
Control Number: 03993
Financial Aid Eligible
The degree provides students with a foundation in the theory, technique, and the aesthetics of the art of dance. This is fulfilled through a comprehensive program of dance study in areas of core techniques, contemporary and commercial styles, choreography, performance, and world dance forms. Students will demonstrate proficiency through accurate technical execution, performance skills, research papers, essays, and choreographic works.. Program assessment is measured by public performances, program completion, transferability, and periodic program review. Students qualify to pursue a variety of dance-related careers and advanced degree options.
Program Outcomes
- Develop an understanding and appreciation of the art of dance and its relevance to the multicultural world we live in.
- Acquire the dance technical skills necessary to transfer to a university program or similar advanced dance study program.
- Implement critical thinking skills and kinesthetic awareness in their observation, analysis, and interpretation of dance performances on stage or in media.
- Develop dance composition and performance skills necessary to successfully transfer to a university program or similar advanced dance study program.
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
Course | Title | Units |
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Required Courses | ||
Core Courses | ||
DANC A150 | Dance Improvisation I | 1 |
DANC A250 | Dance Improvisation II | 1 |
DANC A170 | Music for Dancers | 2 |
DANC A143 | Jazz Dance III | 2 |
or DANC A243 | Jazz IV | |
or DANC A253 | Preparation for Audition - Jazz | |
DANC A144 | Ballet III | 2 |
or DANC A244 | Ballet IV | |
or DANC A254 | Preparation for Audition - Ballet | |
DANC A145 | Modern Dance III | 2 |
or DANC A245 | Modern IV | |
or DANC A255 | Preparation for Audition - Modern | |
DANC A160 | Dance Composition/Choreography I | 3 |
or DANC A162 | Dance Composition/Choreography II | |
or DANC A262 | Dance Composition/Choreography III | |
DANC A201 | Rehearsal and Performance I | 1 |
or DANC A202 | Rehearsal and Performance II | |
or DANC A204 | Rehearsal and Performance III | |
or DANC A207 | Rehearsal and Performance IV | |
DANC A211 | Repertoire I | 1-4 |
or DANC A212 | Repertoire II | |
or DANC A213 | Repertoire III | |
or DANC A214 | Repertoire IV | |
Restricted Electives | ||
Select four units of the following: | 4 | |
African Dance and Drumming I | ||
African Dance and Drumming II | ||
African Dance and Drumming III | ||
American Social Dance Styles | ||
Ballet Dance Basics | ||
Ballet 1 | ||
Ballet 2 | ||
Ballet Floor Barre and Correctives | ||
Contemporary Commercial Dance | ||
Contemporary Commercial Dance 2 | ||
Flamenco Dance 1 | ||
Flamenco Dance 2 | ||
Flamenco Dance 3 | ||
or DANC A267 | Flamenco Dance 4 | |
Hip-Hop Dance I | ||
Hip-Hop Dance II | ||
Hip-Hop Dance III | ||
or DANC A269 | Hip Hop 4 | |
Jazz Dance Basics | ||
Jazz Dance 1 | ||
Jazz Dance 2 | ||
Kinesiology For Dance | ||
Latin Dance Styles I | ||
Latin Dance Styles II | ||
Latin Dance Styles III | ||
Mid-Eastern Dance 1 | ||
Mid-Eastern Dance 2 | ||
Mid-Eastern Dance 3 | ||
or DANC A264 | Mid-Eastern Dance 4 | |
Modern Dance Basics | ||
Modern Dance 1 | ||
Modern 2 | ||
Pilates Apparatus 1 | ||
Pilates Apparatus 2 | ||
Pointe Work | ||
Polynesian Dance | ||
Polynesian Dance 2 | ||
Tap Dance Basics | ||
Tap 1 | ||
Tap 2 | ||
Tap III | ||
Tap IV | ||
Preparation for Audition - Tap | ||
Performing Dance Ensemble I | ||
Performing Dance Ensemble II | ||
Performing Dance Ensemble III | ||
World Dance and Culture | ||
Yoga For Dancers | ||
Appreciation Of Dance | ||
Classical Technique and Variation Workshop | ||
Dance Wellness and Injury Prevention | ||
Dance as a Profession Seminar | ||
Dance Methodology | ||
Movement, the Camera and the Creative Process | ||
Program Major Units | 19-22 | |
AA General Education Option 1, 2, or 3 | Varies | |
Transferable electives as needed to satisfy unit requirement | Varies | |
Total Units | 60 |
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
Some courses in this program may be offered once per academic year.
Year 1 | ||
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Semester 1 | Units | |
DANC A143 | Jazz Dance III or Jazz IV or Preparation for Audition - Jazz | 2 |
DANC A170 | Music for Dancers | 2 |
PSCI A180 or PSCI A180H | American Government or American Government Honors | 3 |
OCC AA GE AREA A1- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
Select one of the following or satisfy Math competency (completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better): 1 | 3-4 | |
Intermediate Algebra or Combined Elementary and Intermediate Algebra | ||
Units | 13-14 | |
Semester 2 | ||
DANC A145 | Modern Dance III or Modern IV or Preparation for Audition - Modern | 2 |
DANC A150 | Dance Improvisation I | 1 |
HIST A170 | History of the United States to 1876 or History of the United States to 1876 Honors or History of the United States Since 1876 or History of the United States Since 1876 Honors | 3 |
OCC AA GE AREA A2- CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
AA GLOBAL/MULTICULTURAL REQUIREMENT- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
ELECTIVES (DEGREE APPLICABLE) | 4 | |
Units | 16-17 | |
Summer | ||
OCC AA GE AREA D2- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
Units | 3 | |
Year 2 | ||
Semester 1 | ||
DANC A160 | Dance Composition/Choreography I or Dance Composition/Choreography II or Dance Composition/Choreography III | 3 |
OCC AA GE AREA B (with lab)- CHOOSE ONE | 4 | |
AA RESTRICTED ELECTIVES- CHOOSE MULTIPLE (See Requirements) | 4 | |
ELECTIVES (DEGREE APPLICABLE) | 4 | |
Units | 15 | |
Semester 2 | ||
DANC A144 | Ballet III or Ballet IV or Preparation for Audition - Ballet | 2 |
DANC A250 | Dance Improvisation II | 1 |
DANC A211 | Repertoire I or Repertoire II or Repertoire III or Repertoire IV | 1-4 |
DANC A201 | Rehearsal and Performance I or Rehearsal and Performance II or Rehearsal and Performance III or Rehearsal and Performance IV | 1 |
OCC AA GE AREA D3- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
OCC AA GE AREA E1- CHOOSE ONE 2 | 0.5-4 | |
ELECTIVES (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 3 | 4.5 | |
Units | 13-19.5 | |
Total Units | 60-68.5 |
- 1
Math A030 or higher OR take 3-4 degree applicable elective units if math competency was met through completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better; *100-level Math courses satisfy AA Math Requirement and OCC AA GE AREA A2
- 2
OCC AA Area E requires a minimum of 3 units to include one course from E1 and one course from E2.
- 3
VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS
Additional Notations:
Highly recommended that students consult with Dance Faculty to determine proper placement in the correct Dance Technique levels. There may be additional prerequisites depending on placement. It is highly recommended that students – at this level- take a minimum of 2 dance technique classes each semester while pursuing this degree, and must achieve at least a level 3 in Ballet, Jazz, and Modern dance. Several courses are offered every other year, so this “map” may not line up with the semesters outlined here. We also hope students will take advantage of our World Dance forms, particularly rhythmic styles. Students are expected to perform at least once, this can be repeated each semester if a student so desires.