DANC 4330 - Dance Science and Kinesiology

Three credit hours.

Study of the science of human movement as it applies to dance technique and performance. Students will gain a working knowledge of skeletal and muscular anatomy, and the ability to analyze movement for increased efficiency and effectiveness in training and performance. This course also includes an introduction to somatics and conditioning principles; and an overview of basic diet, health care, and injury prevention for dancers.

Prerequisites: ANTH 1415 or BIOL 1401. Permission of instructor required.