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DANCE 181 - Introduction to Dance

DANCE 181: Introduction to Dance (3 units) at San Diego State University. 1 section offered in Spring 2027, with meeting times, instructors, and seat counts. Counts toward General Education (2026-27), General Education (2024-25).

3 units
  • Arts
  • Area 2. Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning
  • Required Courses
  • Preparation for the Major
  • Arts: Art, Cinema, Dance, Music, and Theatre
Offered: Summer 2027 (not offered), Spring 2027 (offered), Fall 2026 (offered)

Counts toward

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Foundations of dance in Western civilization. Dance as art, therapy, fitness, ritual, and social discourse. Analysis of dance in film, video, and live performance with an appreciation for artistic intent, technique, and style.

From the catalog

Counts as
Arts [3A]
Grading
LCR: Letter Grade with Cr/NC available. The grading default for the class will be letter grade, but students can opt to take it for Cr/NC
Repeatable
Maximum 3 units.
Typically offered
Fall/Spring

1 section in Spring 2027

Class #5342· In-person · Open · Letter or CR/NC
100 of 100 seats open
Tue, Thu 11:00 AM-12:15 PM · OP 230