Dance Kinesiology

Subject DNCE60032 (2011)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2011.

Credit Points:

12.50

Level:

6 (Graduate/Postgraduate)

Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2011:

Semester 1, Southbank - Taught on campus.

Pre-teaching Period Start	not applicable
Teaching Period	not applicable
Assessment Period End	not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol	not applicable
Census Date	not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail	not applicable

Timetable can be viewed here. For information about these dates, click here.

Time Commitment:

Contact Hours: 60 hours (5 hours per week for 12 weeks)
Total Time Commitment: 120 hours

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Recommended Background Knowledge:

Non Allowed Subjects:

Core Participation Requirements:

 Contact
Faculty of the VCA and Music Student Centre
Email: vcam-info@unimelb.edu.au 
Tel: +61 3 9685 9419
Fax: +61 3 9685 9358
Web: www.vcam.unimelb.edu.au 

Subject Overview:	The examination and exploration of dance movement focusing on kinesiological knowledge. The purpose of this study is to establish good practices for technical work in dance, and for movement analysis in conjunction with safe teaching methods and injury care. An introduction to current issues and theories regarding body structure, alignment, flexibility, muscular strength, conditioning practices, and neuromuscular functioning. Students will learn to recognise the causes of dance injuries, and to develop strategies for the prevention, treatment, and care of dance injuries.
Objectives:
Assessment:	Course participation and contribution (20%); Coursework including 10 minute class presentation during the semester (20%); Practical exam during the semester (20%) and written exam at the end of semester (40%). Hurdle requirement 80% attendance.
Prescribed Texts:
Breadth Options:	This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information:	Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Links to further information:	http://www.vca.unimelb.edu.au/
Notes:	Not offered in 2009

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