Jun 26, 2024  
2013-2014 VSCC Catalog 
    
2013-2014 VSCC Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • COMM 271* - Introduction to Audio Recording Techniques


    Develops an understanding of the techniques and technology involved in modern multi-track recording and mixing. Hands on experience. Lab included.  [This course was previously COM 271.]  

    PREREQUISITES: COMM 270*.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • COMM 272* - Digital Audio Technology


    An in-depth study of Digital Audio Technology with an emphasis on Digital Audio Workstation Technology, related to the recording, overdubbing, editing, and mixing of music.  Students will gain practical “hands-on” experience with Digital Audio Workstation hardware and software utilizing both Macintosh and PC platforms.  [This course was previously COM 272.]  

    PREREQUISITES: COMM 271 or permission of instructor.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • COMM 273* - Live Sound Recording and Reinforcement


    Course provides instruction in live sound recording and reinforcement including further development of audio principles introduced in COMM 270* and COMM 271* as applied to live sound.  Includes instruction on load-in, setup, test, trouble-shoot, operate, tear-down, and load-out of state-of-the-art Live Sound Reinforcement system.  Applied training by supporting the Visual and Performing Arts, the Music, Theatre, and Audio Visual departments.  

    PREREQUISITES: COMM 271* or permission of instructor.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • COMM 291P* - Communication Practicum: Radio


    Supervised laboratory or field work in radio broadcasting or radio station operations. Designed primarily for actual on-air experience. May be completed at the College station WVCP-FM or as an internship at a commercial station. Students may take a combination of practicum courses (COMM 291P*, 292P*, 293P*, 294P*, 295P* and/or SPCH 296P*); only 8 hours may be counted toward graduation. Not intended for transfer.  [This course was previously COM 291P.]  

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-3)


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  • COMM 292P* - Communication Practicum: Newspaper


    Practical journalism experience while producing the school newspaper, The Settler. Learning by doing. The amount of required work varies with credit hours. Students may take a combination of practicum courses (COMM 291P*, 292P*, 293P*, 294P*, 295P* and/or SPCH 296P*); only 8 hours may be counted toward graduation. Not intended for transfer.  [This course was previously COM 292P.]  

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-3)


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  • COMM 293P* - Communication Practicum: Magazine


    Practical journalism experience while producing the school magazine, The Pioneer. Learning by doing. The amount of required work varies with credit hours. Students may take a combination of practicum courses (COMM 291P*, 292P*, 293P*, 294P*, 295P*, and/or SPCH 296P*); only 8 hours may be counted toward graduation. Not intended for transfer.  [This course was previously COM 293P.]  

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-3)


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  • COMM 294P* - Communication Practicum: Video Production


    Supervised laboratory or field work in video production. A planned program of independent study and work experience. The amount of required work varies with credit hours. Students may take a combination of practicum courses (COMM 291P*, 292P*, 293P*, 294P*, 295P*, and/or SPCH 296P*); only 8 hours may be counted toward graduation. Not intended for transfer.  [This course was previously COM 294P.]  

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-3)


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  • COMM 295P* - Recording Practicum


    Practical experience in recording operations. Learning by doing. May be completed at the Vol State Recording Studio. Students may take a combination of practicum courses (COMM 291P*, 292P*, 293P*, 294P*, 295P*, and/or SPCH 296P*); only 8 hours may be counted toward graduation. Not intended for transfer.  [This course was previously COM 295P.]  

    PREREQUISITES: COMM 271.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • COMM 299P* - Capstone Experience


    The Capstone Experience in Communication is an opportunity for AAS program students to bring their abilities, skills, and their understanding of new media to bear on a semester-long, final project that will serve as the culmination of their studies in the Department.  The Senior Capstone Experience for Humanities majors exemplifies each student’s accumulated knowledge and mastery of material 2 or 3 hours, depending on the program.  Permission of instructor required.  [This course was previously COM 299P.]  

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2-3)


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  • COMM 1030 - Introduction to Electronic Media


    This course provides students with a fundamental, hands-on introduction to technologies that are being used by journalists to gather, process and circulate information.  Students will study Web design, blogging, and multimedia presentation on the Internet, plus new technologies as they develop.  The course will also investigate how journalism and media are evolving to serve the public.  [This course was previously COM 101.]  

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support Competencies in Reading and Writing.
    Credits: (3)


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  • CRMJ 210T* - Selected Topics in Criminal Justice


    Specialized topical issues and/or problems in Criminal Justice.  Carefully selected to meet the needs of an individual or a special group.  [This course was previously CJA 210T.]  

    Hours: Fifteen classroom contact hours with faculty required per credit hour.
    Repeated: May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours for credit.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-6)


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  • CRMJ 1150* - Criminal Justice Career Planning


    This course is designed to acquaint students with careers in criminal justice, and learn about the overall hiring process for criminal justice occupations.  Students will complete job searches, employment applications, and interview practitioners in the field.  Students will be exposed to requirements for completing a background investigation, and be required to complete background forms.  Students will learn about needed knowledge, skills, and abilities for various positions within criminal justice.  Students will develop a career portfolio and be required to complete mock employment interviews.

    PREREQUISITES: At minimum, eligible for Learning Support Reading and English.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CRMJ 2030* - Drug Identification and Effects


    A study of the fundamentals needed for identifying both the appearance and effects of controlled substances. Students receive guides to controlled substances; their color, trade names and drug codes.  Topics include a critical examination of the physiological, sociological and legal aspects of drug abuse and the many complexities which have developed as a direct or indirect result of drug abuse in society.

    PREREQUISITES: At minimum, eligible for Learning Support Reading and English.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CRMJ 2040 - Investigative Report Writing


    A course in the fundamental guidelines for writing reports common to criminal justice (crime, affidavits, incident, and investigative).  The course will introduce students to the Reid Technique of Interviewing and Interrogation.  [This course was previously CRMJ 212.]  Required for Criminal Justice, Associate of Applied Science (AAS) majors.  Recommended as an elective for AS/AA Criminal Justice majors.

    PREREQUISITES: At minimum, eligible for Learning Support Reading and English.
    Credits: (3)


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  • CRMJ 2130* - Criminal Justice Internship


    Directed internship designed to offer students the opportunity to pursue work experience with a criminal justice agency; to develop practical work related skills and integrate classroom knowledge and theories.  [This course was previously CRMJ 213.]

    PREREQUISITES: Completion of CRMJ 1010, 1020, 2010, 2020 and ENGL 1010, all with a “C” or better.  All students require permission of Director of Criminal Justice.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • DES 110* - Fundamentals of Dental Assisting


    A basic course to prepare the student to work and communicate with patients and the dental members effectively. Emphasis is on ethics, legal aspects, terminology, oral histology, dental morphology, charting, embryology, oral and written communication and patient care.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptance into the Dental Assistant Program or permission of the Director of the Dental Assistant Program.
    Hours: Fifteen lecture hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1)


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  • DES 120* - Dental Materials and Laboratory Procedures


    An introduction to proper manipulation and storage of dental materials with an emphasis on restoratives, impression materials, gypsum, resins, abrasives, and waxes.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptance into the program.
    COREQUISITES: DES 110*.
    Hours: Thirty lecture and 30 lab hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • DES 130* - Dental Office Management


    An introduction to the procedures of dental office management with an emphasis on patient scheduling, processing insurance forms, recall systems, bookkeeping, business machines, and filing.

    COREQUISITES: DES 110* or permission of the Dental Assistant Program Director.
    Hours: Thirty lecture hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • DES 210* - Preventive Dental Assisting


    A study of the practices and philosophy of preventive dentistry which can be integrated into all dental settings. Includes oral hygiene, nutrition, counseling, and safety.

    PREREQUISITES: DES 110* and DES 211* or permission of the Program Director.
    Hours: Thirty lecture and 30 lab hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • DES 211* - Dental Science I


    An introduction to the biomedical sciences appropriate for the dental assistant. Emphasis is on head and neck anatomy, general anatomy and physiology, microbiology, infection control, sterilization, hazardous waste communication, and certification in CPR.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptance into the program.
    COREQUISITES: DES 110*.
    Hours: Forty-five lecture and 30 lab hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (4)


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  • DES 212* - Dental Science II


    A continuation of Dental Science I with emphasis on oral pathology and pharmacology.

    PREREQUISITES: DES 211*.
    Hours: Sixty lecture and 30 lab hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (5)


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  • DES 220* - The Compromised Patient


    A study of the compromised patient with emphasis on medical emergencies in the dental office and special needs patients.

    COREQUISITES: DES 212*or permission of the Program Director.
    Hours: Fifteen lecture and 30 lab hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • DES 221* - Dental Radiography I


    A study of radiation safety, hazards, dosage, film, and dental radiographic techniques.

    COREQUISITES: DES 211* and DES 231*.
    Hours: Forty-five lecture hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • DES 222* - Dental Radiography II


    A laboratory course designed to teach students to expose, develop, mount and identify dental radiographic films.

    PREREQUISITES: DES 221*.
    COREQUISITES: DES 212*and DES 232*.
    Hours: Sixty lab hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • DES 231* - Clinical Science I


    An introduction to the clinical setting with an emphasis on chair side assisting in general dentistry.

    COREQUISITES: DES 241C*.
    Hours: Thirty lecture and 30 lab hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • DES 232* - Clinical Science II


    A continuation of Clinical Science I with emphasis on assisting with the specialties of general dentistry.

    COREQUISITES: DES 212* and DES 242C*.
    Hours: Forty-five lecture and 30 lab hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (4)


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  • DES 241C* - Clinical Practice I


    Supervised clinical experience in general dentistry both on and off campus.

    COREQUISITES: DES 211* and DES 231*.
    Hours: Sixty clinical hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • DES 242C* - Clinical Practice II


    A continuation of Clinical Practice I with clinical experience in the specialties of general dentistry.

    COREQUISITES: DES 212* and DES 232*.
    Hours: Sixty clinical hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • DES 243C* - Clinical Practice III


    A continuation of Clinical Practice II with emphasis on clinical experience in all aspects of dental assisting procedures.

    PREREQUISITES: DES 242C*.
    COREQUISITES: DES 233*.
    Hours: Three-hundred clinical hours per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (10)


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  • ECED 1010 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education


    An introduction to the early childhood profession, including an emphasis on professionalism and developmentally appropriate practice.  The course also includes an overview of history of early education; theoretical program models; different types of early childhood programs, community resources; professional organizations, and contemporary trends and issues in programs for children ages birth through eight.  Field experience is required.  (Same as RODP ECED 1010)

    Credits: (3)


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  • ECED 2030 - Infant and Toddler Care


    A study of the care and education of infants and toddlers ages birth to three in group settings (i.e., childcare centers, family childcare homes, Early Head Start, etc.). Topics include rationales and strategies for supporting the whole child, including cognitive, language, social-emotional, and physical development in a safe, responsive environment.  The course emphasizes relationship-based care and education with special attention to the unique environmental aspects of programs for the child under three. (Same as RODP ECED 2030)

    Credits: (3)


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  • ECON 2010♦ - Macroeconomics


    Introduces the economic dilemma, supply and demand, and the roles of major sectors within the economy. Explores the process of national income and output determination and the use of monetary and discretionary fiscal policies to control inflation and unemployment. Keynesian economics, the Monetarist School, and modern classical macroeconomics are examined and compared.  [This course was previously ECO 211.]   (Same as RODP ECON 2010)

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support Competencies in Reading and Math. 
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (3)


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  • ECON 2020♦ - Microeconomics


    Explores the role of markets in capitalistic economies in generating information and allocating resources, the theory of consumer choice, and production cost. Also includes the economics of the firm, an examination of government regulation of business, the operation of resource markets and the determination of income distribution, and international trade.  [This course was previously ECO 212.]   (same as RODP ECON 2020)

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support Competencies in Reading and Math.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (3)


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  • EDU 2200♦ - Educational Psychology


    A study of the concepts and theories of educational and psychological learning theories that lead to effective teaching, with emphasis on testing and assessment, classroom management techniquest, planning.  Field experience in the public schools and community service are required.  FOR EDUCATION MAJORS ONLY.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support Competencies in Reading and Writing.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (3)


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  • EMT 101* - EMS Theories (Basic)


     An introduction to Emergency Medical Services using the State approved curriculum for Basic EMT.  Topics include the history and theory of EMS, roles and responsibilities of the EMT, fundamental basic skills, AHA basic life support skills, basic management of medical trauma emergencies, bleeding shock, ambulance operations, communications, medical-legal and ethical aspects of emergency care.  Also included are specific subjects outlined in the TN EMT extended skills curriculum.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support Competencies in Reading.
    COREQUISITES: EMT 101C*, EMT 104*, EMT 121*.
    Hours: Twelve lecture hours per week.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (12)


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  • EMT 101C* - EMS Clinical (Basic)


    Supervised clinical application of skills developed in EMT 101*.  Emphasis on patient assessment, communication, ambulance operations and patient care in accordance with the TN Department of Health Division Emergency Medical Services rules and regulations on convalescent or emergency ambulances and hospital emergency departments as well as IV therapy initiation and medical administration in the pre-hospital and Emergency Department setting.  Students must complete a minimum of 60 clinical hours of clinical rotations during the semester.  

    COREQUISITES: EMT 101*, EMT 104*, EMT 121*.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • EMT 104* - Survey of Anatomy and Physiology for Pre-Hospital Providers


    A survey of Human Anatomy and Physiology designed for EMT’s and Paramedics.  Body systems, physiological concepts, metabolism and nutrition are discussed using the medical model.  The course will not substitute for either BIOL 2010 or BIOL 2020, nor will it satisfy any part of the general education natural science requirements for the AA, AS, or AAS degrees.  

    COREQUISITES: EMT 1500*, EMT 1510*, EMT 1530*, EMT 1540C*.
    Hours: Two lecture hours per week.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs.  This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • EMT 121* - Introduction to Pre-Hospital Emergency Pharmacology


    An introduction to emergency pharmacology as outlined in the Tennessee EMT extended skills curriculum.  Emphasis is on drug classifications, actions, indications, contraindication, dosages, and routes of administration.  Federal and State drug laws, pharmacological sources, and first-line advanced cardiac life support agents are reviewed.

    COREQUISITES: EMT 101*, EMT 101C*, EMT 104*.
    Hours: Two lecture hours per week.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs.  This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • ENGL 290P* - English Practicum


    Practical editorial and/or layout experience while producing literary publications. The amount of required work varies with credit hours. Emphasis on soliciting, reading, and critically evaluating submissions, copyediting, layout, arrangement of material for literary effect, and collaboration with staff to meet publication deadlines. 

    PREREQUISITES: Permission of Instructor.
    Hours: May be repeated for credit. Up to six credit hours may be counted towards graduation. Not intended for transfer.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-3)


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  • ENGL 0810 - Learning Support Writing I


    A course designed to improve student skills in the principles of writing task/purpose, audience awareness, organization, development, language skills, grammar/punctuation, and writing process.  Students write a series of essays and complete an individualized study plan for language skills, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.  Successful completion of ENGL 0810 satisfies the requirement for Writing Competency Level One and may satisfy the requirement for Writing Competency Level Two.

    Credits: (3)


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  • ENGL 0830 - Learning Support Writing III


    A lab-based course designed as supplemental instruction for students whose diagnostic scores indicate they do not need a full three-credit course in Learning Support Writing.  Individualized topics include writing task/purpose, audience awareness, organization, development, language skills, grammar/punctuation, and writing process.  Students will concurrently enroll in ENGL 1010 when reading requirement has also been met.  Successful completion of ENGL 0830 satisfies the requirement for Writing Competency Level Two.

    PREREQUISITES: Completion of Writing Competency Level 1 or acceptable diagnostic testing score.
    Credits: (1)


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  • ENGL 1030♦ - Introduction to Film


    A general education course designed to meet the humanities/fine arts requirement. This course provides an introduction to and overview of film as an art form; emphasis on understanding the nature of film and its place in culture, with overviews of the history and theory of film and the production process.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support Competencies in Reading and Writing.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (3)


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  • ENGR 101* - Engineering Graphics with CAD I


    This course is designed to develop the fundamental visualization and graphic communication skills used by engineers through manual and computer means. Sketching techniques to develop orthographic and pictorial graphic skills, lettering capability, standard technical drawing methods, computer-aided drafting, dimension techniques, working drawing development skills, drawing interpretation, solid modeling and plotting will be the fundamental foci of the course.  [This course was previously EGR 101.]  

    Hours: Two lecture, three laboratory hours per week.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • ENGR 102* - Engineering Graphics with CAD II


    An intermediate AutoCAD course and a continuation of EGR 101*. Topics of study include 3-view drawing, auxiliaries, sectioning, graphing, attributes, 3-D visualization, user coordinate systems, simple wire frames, faced objects, surface commands, and alternate methods of 3-D drawing.  [This course was previously EGR 102.]  

    PREREQUISITES: ENGR 101*.
    Hours: Two lecture, three laboratory hours per week.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • ENGR 2130 - Circuits I


    A course in the fundamental concepts of charge, current, voltage and power; passive and active circuit elements, phasors and impedance; mesh and nodal analysis; Thevenin’s and Norton’s Theorems; superposition; source transformations; operational amplifiers; natural and forced response of RL, RC, and RLC circuits; average and effective values of periodic wave form; polyphase circuits.  [This course was previously EGR 260.]  

    PREREQUISITES: ENGR 210, MATH 2110, and PHYS 2120.
    Hours: Three lecture, three laboratory hours per week.
    Credits: (4)


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