Jun 17, 2024  
2016-2017 VSCC Catalog 
    
2016-2017 VSCC Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • FIRE 2320 - *Building Construction for Fire Protection


    This course provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. The focus of this course is on firefighter and life safety.  The elements of construction and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting building, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies.

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing and FIRE 1310  or instructor approval.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2325 - *Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply


    This course provides a foundation of theoretical knowledge in order to understand the principles of the use of water in fire protection and to apply hydraulic principles to analyze and to solve water supply problems.

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2330 - *Fire Behavior and Combustion


    This is a basic course which explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled.

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2335 - *Strategies and Tactics


    This course provides the principles of fire ground control through utilization of personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: FIRE 1310  and acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support Competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2340 - *Leadership Development


    This course presents the company officer with the basic leadership skills and behaviors needed to perform effectively in the fire service environment.  The course includes problem-solving skills and behaviors, identify and assess the needs of the company officer’s subordinates and decision making skills for the company officer.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2350 - *Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Administration


    This course introduces the student to the organization and management of a fire and emergency services department and the relationship of government agencies to the fire service.  Emphasis is placed on fire and emergency services, ethics, and leadership from the perspective of the company officer.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: FIRE 1310  and acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2355 - *Hazardous Materials I


    This course includes a discussion of the basic methods of recognition and identification of hazardous materials based on the chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials and the basic safety procedures when utilizing specific types of protective equipment. Discussion includes the basic tactical concerns relating to scene management of a hazardous material incident.

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support Competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2360 - *Occupational Safety and Health for Emergency Services


    This course provides an introduction to the basic concepts of occupational health and safety as it relates to emergency service organizations. Topics include risk and hazard evaluation and control procedures for emergency service organizations.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2365 - *Hazardous Materials II


    This course is a continuing study of hazardous materials. Emphasis will be placed on hazard and risk assessment and site control. Discussion will include standard operating procedures and termination of an incident as well as advanced control techniques.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: FIRE 2355  and acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2370 - *Public Fire and Life Safety Education


    This course is designed to provide the public and/or fire service educator with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully perform as a fire and life safety educator as addressed in NFPA 1035.  The topics include fire behavior, community assessment, injury prevention and juvenile fire-setting.  The student will also develop presentation skills and learn how to formulate public education programs.  An overview of the educator, manager, and administrator role will be presented.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2375 - *Hazardous Materials Chemistry


    This course provides basic chemistry relating to the categories of hazardous materials including recognition, identification, reactivity, and health hazards encountered by emergency services. This course is not intended to satisfy the natural science requirement for the AAS Degree.

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2380 - *Legal Aspects of Emergency Services


    This course will address the federal, state, and local laws that regulate emergency services.  It will also include a review of national standards, regulations, and consensus standards that emergency services are measured against.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • FIRE 2385 - *Fire Investigation II


    This course provides advanced technical knowledge on the rule of law, fire scene analysis, fire behavior, evidence collection and preservation, scene documentation, case preparation and court-room testimony.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: FIRE 1325  and acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
   Credits: (3)
  
  • FREN 290P - *French Study Abroad


    This course allows students to experience a foreign language and culture first hand. Students are required to complete a research project based on their experience.

    PREREQUISITES: FREN 1020  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: ( 1-2)


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Credits: ( 1-2)
   Credits: (3)
   Credits: (3)
   Credits: (3)
  
  • FREN 2020 - Intermediate French II


    This is a continuation of FREN 2010.  This course is designed to improve the student’s ability to understand and use spoken and written French, and to read, write and converse at the intermediate level.  Readings, stories, and exercises in French literature, documents, and media are used to familiarize students with French culture and language.

    Semester Availability: AVAILABLE ONLY THROUGH TN eCampus - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    PREREQUISITES: FREN 2010  or appropriate placement on departmental language proficiency exam.
    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • GEOG 101 - ♦Physical Geography


    This course is concerned with the characteristics, processes, and dimensions of earth’s natural environments, including aspects of the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere. Map analysis and tools of the physical geographer will be addressed. Field trips may be required.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    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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Credits: (3)
   Credits: (1-6)
  
  • GEOG 1030 - ♦Cultural Geography


    This course is an introduction to the geography of human cultures. Course topics focus on human/environment interaction; demographics; distribution patterns and interactions of such cultural characteristics as language, religion, politics, urbanization, and economics. Field trips are required.  [This course was previously GEOG 108.]  

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    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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Credits: (3)
  
  • GEOG 2010 - ♦World Regional Geography


    This course is a survey of the developed and developing world regions. Regional cohesion and differentiation will result from the concepts of space, interaction, physical characteristics, culture, and economics. Geographic techniques will be used throughout the course. [This course was previously GEOG 105.]  (Same as TN eCampus GEOG 105)

    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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Credits: (3)
   Credits: (1-6)
  
  • GEOL 1030 - ♦Essentials of Geology


    This is a one-semester survey including topics in physical and historical geology, earth materials, plate tectonics, geologic structures, landforms, geologic time, fossils and earth history.  This course is intended for students whose program of study requires one semester of laboratory science, or may be combined with ASTR 1030, BIOL 1030, BIOL 1050, PHYS 1030, PSCI 1030, ISCI 1030, or CHEM 1030 in satisfying the eight-hour general education natural science requirement.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support Competencies in Reading, Writing and Math.
    COREQUISITES: GEOL 1030L
    Hours: Three lecture, two field/laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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Credits: (4)
  
  • GEOL 1040 - ♦Physical Geology


    This course is an introduction to the physical geology of the earth including composition, structure and evolution. Laboratory and field experiences involve rock and mineral identification, along with map and field interpretation of geologic structures.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Writing and Reading Learning Support Competencies and an ACT MATH subscore of 19 (or equivalent) completion of MATH 1005 , MATH 1130 , MATH 1710  or higher with a grade of C or higher.
    COREQUISITES: GEOL 1040L
    Hours: Three lecture, two field/laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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Credits: (4)
  
  • GEOL 1050 - ♦Historical Geology


    This is a course dealing with the history of the earth and the organisms which inhabit it. The major geological events of the past will be studied, stressing the methods and procedures of their discovery and interpretation. The major plant and animal fossil groups will be emphasized in the laboratory and on local field trips.

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.  Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: GEOL 1040 
    COREQUISITES: GEOL 1050L
    Hours: Three lecture, two field/laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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Credits: (4)
   Credits: 4
   Credits: (3)
   Credits: (3)
   Credits: (3)
  
  • HED 200 - First Aid and Safety/CPR


    This course is concerned with the development of a safety attitude and understanding of individual responsibility in personal and community programs for accident prevention and control. The course pertains to first aid measures, accident prevention, and acquiring knowledge and skills for the emergency care of individuals. Satisfactory completion of this course qualifies the student for the American Red Cross Standard Advanced Certificate and the CPR Basic Life Support Certificates of the American Red Cross and the American Heart Association.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
   Credits: (3)
  
  • HIST 220 - African-American History


    This course will examine the history of Africans and their descendants in the United States from the end of the Civil War to the present, investigating topics from emancipation to the ongoing struggle for Civil Rights. Connections between this history and the issues and concerns facing all Americans in the present will be explored. The course may be used as a Social Science elective.  (Same as TN eCampus HIST 220)

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

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


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Credits: (3)
   Credits: (1-6)
  
  • HIST 1110 - ♦World Civilization from Primitive Culture to 1650


    This course is a study of the emergence and development of civilizations in Europe, Asia, Africa, and America using the universal culture pattern. An analysis and comparison of economic, social, political, intellectual, religious, and aesthetic characteristics of civilizations will be emphasized.  (Same as TN eCampus HIST 1110)

    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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Credits: (3)
  
  • HIST 1120 - ♦World Civilization from 1650 to Present


    This course is a study of modern Asia, Africa, America, Australia, and Europe utilizing the universal culture pattern such as the interaction of economic, social, political, intellectual, religious, and aesthetic factors in the development of a world history.  (Same as TN eCampus HIST 1120)

    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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Credits: (3)
   Credits: (3)
   Credits: (3)
  
  • HIST 2030 - ♦Tennessee History


    This course is concerned with the geographical background, political, economic, social, and cultural history of Tennessee from earliest times to the present. This course, with either HIST 2010 or 2020, will fulfill the degree requirements in American History or it may be used as a Social Science elective.  (Same as TN eCampus HIST 2030)

    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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Credits: (3)
  
  • HIT 115 - *Introduction to Health Information Technology


    This course is designed to introduce students to the principles of health information management. The development, content and management of the medical record will be explored as well as a basic overview of health care delivery systems. An emphasis is placed on hospital and medical staff organization; patient record content; procedures in filling, numbering and retention of patient records; quantitative analysis; release of patient information; forms control and design; indexes and registers; regulatory and accrediting agencies; and the transition to an electronic health record.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support Competencies in Reading
    Hours: Three lecture, two 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (4)


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Credits: (4)
  
  • HIT 125 - *Computer Applications in Health Information Technology


    The purpose of this course is to provide students with knowledge and understanding of the various computer applications and information systems that are encountered in health information departments. Topics for discussion include clinical vocabularies, data repositories (including the various registries), master patient indices, health information abstracting, transcription, the computerized patient record, voice recognition technology and scanning. The use of databases, data collection methods, and the importance of data quality will be discussed.

    Semester Availability: SUMMER ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: HIT 115 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • HIT 212 - *Classification Systems: ICD-10-CM


    This course is a study of the coding and classification of symptoms, diseases, and conditions according to the International Classification of Diseases-10-Clinical Modification.  Laboratory experiences will emphasize application of the ICD-10-CM coding manual through the use of a computerized encoder.

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: AHC 115 , HIT 225 
    Hours: Three lecture, two 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (4)


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Credits: (4)
  
  • HIT 214 - *Classification Systems: ICD-10-PCS


    This course is a study of the coding and classification of operations and procedures according to the International Classification of Diseases Procedural Coding System (ICD-10-PCS).

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through RODP.

    PREREQUISITES: AHC 115 , HIT 225 
    COREQUISITES: HIT 212 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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Credits: (2)
  
  • HIT 215 - *Classification Systems - CPT


    This course is a study of the descriptive terms and identifying codes for reporting medical services and procedures performed by physicians and outpatient facilities according to the latest version of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT).  Laboratory experiences will emphasize application of the CPT coding manual through the use of a computerized encoding system.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: HIT 212 
    Hours: Three lecture, two 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (4)


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Credits: (4)
  
  • HIT 225 - *Pathophysiologic Science


    This course is a study of pathophysiologic processes of the human body with emphasis on the anatomic systems, disease entities, medications, laboratory tests, and imaging results.

    Semester Availability: SUMMER ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: AHC 115  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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • HIT 230 - *Reimbursement Methodologies


    This course is a study of the uses of coded data and health information in reimbursement and payment systems appropriate to all healthcare settings and managed care.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: HIT 212 , HIT 215  
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • HIT 240 - *Statistics


    This course is a study of health care data abstract systems; computation and display of statistical data for administrative use, health care planning and research; statistical terminology; uniform discharge data systems; birth and death registration, rules and regulations; and compilation of standard hospital statistics.

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: HIT 125 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • HIT 250 - *Legal Aspects of Health Information


    This course is designed to assist students with an understanding of the legal principles that govern the health information field. An emphasis is placed on concepts and principles of the law, the health record as a legal document, confidentiality, informed consent, release of information and current trends in health legislation.

    Semester Availability: SUMMER ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: HIT 115 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • HIT 270 - *Supervisory Management for Healthcare


    This course is  study of the basic principles and theories of management for healthcare organizations focusing on management terminology, decision making, and the planning, organizing and directing functions as used in modern healthcare institutions.

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: HIT 125 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • HIT 275 - *Healthcare Quality Management


    This course will focus on current philosophy and methodology in quality improvement as applied to healthcare. An emphasis is placed on quality improvement techniques, applications and standards.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: HIT 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • HIT 280 - *Seminar in Health Information Technology


    This is a capstone course of research and testing based on all domains and knowledge clusters of the curriculum to prepare the student for national certification.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: HIT 212 , HIT 240 , HIT 270 , HIT 281C 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • HIT 281C - *Professional Practice Experience I


    In this course, students are assigned to various types of health care facilities to complete a supervised, professional practice experience in a health information management department. An emphasis is placed on providing opportunities for students to relate classroom theory to actual functions of a health information department, such as assembly and record analysis; medicolegal procedures; information retention; filing and retrieval; and the use of technology.

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: HIT 115 , HIT 250 
    COREQUISITES: HIT 270 
    Hours: Sixty hours of clinical practice.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • HIT 282C - *Professional Practice Experience II


    This course includes an extensive clinical practice experience in health care facilities, including a directed practice seminar in which student competency is tested. Sixty hours of clinical practice.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: HIT 281C 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • HSC 100 - *Introduction to Social Services


    This course is an introduction to the various fields of social work and the roles and responsibilities of human services professionals and volunteers. The course includes study of the history and structure of social welfare. A minimum of thirty hours of volunteer work in an agency is required.

    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • HSC 220T - *Selected Problems in Human Services


    Specialized topical issues and/or problems related to community groups or human services agencies are selected and studied in depth. Classroom contact with faculty and community involvement may be required. 

    PREREQUISITES: HSC 100 
    Hours: Fifteen classroom contact hours with faculty required per credit hour.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-6)


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Credits: (1-6)
  
  • HTL 110 - *Introduction to the Hospitality Industry


    This course provides a basic understanding of the lodging and food service industry by tracing the industry’s growth and development, reviewing the organization of hotel and food and beverage operations, and by focusing on industry opportunities and future trends. (Same as TN eCampus HTL 110)

    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • HTL 276T - *Selected Topics in Hospitality


    This course will involve a specialized topical area related to Hospitality Management.

    Hours: The course will involve 15 to 45 instructional hours.
    Repeated: The course may be repeated for credit as the topic changes from semester to 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-3)


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Credits: (1-3)
  
  • HTL 290 - *Hospitality Cooperative Work Experience I


    This structured work experience requires a college-approved coordinated work setting in the Hospitality Industry. The experience is designed for students needing an initial work setting that focuses on operations in the industry. A log of experiences, an oral and written report, and periodic meetings with the coordinator are required.

    PREREQUISITES: Permission of the coordinator
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • HUM 100SL - Humanities Service-Learning Practicum


    This course provides opportunities to participate in project-based, hands-on partnership with community organizations.  Students gain experience in leadership and teamwork while meeting community needs.  Writing/oral-intensive, the course promotes critical thinking, problem-solving, civic engagement, communication, and cultural awareness.  Students engage in systematic reflection and apply interdisciplinary knowledge in real world experiences.

    Repeated: May be repeated for credit, but only 3 hours of SSE 100SL, STEM 100SL, or HUM100SL may apply toward graduation.
    Credits: (1-3)


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Credits: (1-3)
  
  • HUM 275 - Leadership Development


    This is a course designed to provide students with the fundamental knowledge and skills required of effective leaders. Includes experiential learning exercises, interactions with peers and college and community leaders, and written assignments. Issues of diversity, personal growth and interpersonal relationships are explored within the context of leadership development. Students will work in campus or community-based organizations applying the principles and concepts learned in classroom theory.

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Credits: (3)


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  • INFS 210 - *Advanced Web Programming using Scripting Languages


    This course follows a step-by-step introduction to the topics concerning programming with PHP and MySQL.  Topics include introduction to Web development and PHP, working with data types and operators, building functions and control structures, manipulating strings, accessing files and directories, manipulating data in arrays and strings, working with databases and MySQL, managing state information, developing object-oriented PHP, and debugging and error handling.  [This course was previously CIS 210.]

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: CITC 1300  and CITC 1310  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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Credits: (3)
  
  • INFS 276T - *Selected Problems in Computer Information Systems


    Specialized topical issues and/or problems in Computer Information Systems are selected and studied in depth. Fifteen classroom contact hours with faculty are required per credit hour.  [This course was previously CIS 276T.]

    PREREQUISITES: Permission of instructor
    Repeated: May be repeated for credit with a maximum of four hours to apply toward graduation.
    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: (1-4)


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Credits: (1-4)
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  • ISCI 1030 - ♦Science, Society and Sustainability


    The course will apply the scientific method as a problem solving tool for understanding current scientific issues with global and societal impact.  Emphasis will be given to collection, presentation and analysis of data while integrating common themes from biology, chemistry and environmental science.

    PREREQUISITES: Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Writing and Reading Learning Support Competencies and an ACT Math subscore of 19 (or equivalent) or completion of MATH 1005 , MATH 1130 , MATH 1710  or higher with a grade of C or higher.
    COREQUISITES: ISCI 1030L
    Hours: Three lecture, three laboratory/field hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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Credits: (4)
  
  • LEGL 1300 - *Intro to Paralegal Studies & Ethics


    This course is an introduction to the work performed by paralegals, regulation of the profession, legal and paralegal ethics, structure of the court systems and survey of substantive areas of law.

    PREREQUISITES: An acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support Competencies in Reading and Writing.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • LEGL 1301 - *Legal Ethics and Professionalism


    Students will study the Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct, the unauthorized practice of law, confidentiality, and the various roles a paralegal plays in a law office.

    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • LEGL 1315 - *Technology in the Law Office


    This course is an introduction to computer hardware and software applications commonly used in the law office.  (This course was previously LAW 135)

    PREREQUISITES: INFS 1010 or permission of program coordinator.
    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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  • LEGL 1320 - *Legal Research


    This course is an introduction to the principles of legal research including traditional and online resources. (This course was previously LAW 105 Legal Research)

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101 (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LEGL 1330 - *Legal Writing


    This course is an introduction to the skills necessary to create written documents used in the legal workplace.  (This course was previously LAW 106)

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101 (or permission of program coordinator)

    PRE or CO-REQUISITE:  LEGL 1320
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • LEGL 1340 - *Family Law


    This course is an introduction to the substantive and procedural laws in family law with emphasis on paralegal tasks.  (This course was previously LAW 200).

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • LEGL 1345 - *Elder Law


    This course is a study of the issues involving representation of the elderly and their families with an emphasis of the role of the paralegal.  Topics will include wills, conservatorships, guardianships, and elder abuse.

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LEGL 1350 - *Torts


    This course is an introduction to state and federal law applicable to civil injury and property damage.  (This course was previously LAW 104 Torts)

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LEGL 1353 - *Juvenile Law


    This course focuses on the impact of the law on minors as victims as well as law-breakers, and the contemporary juvenile justice system and its three major components of law enforcement, the juvenile court system, and corrections.

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LEGL 1360 - *Criminal Law


    This course is concerned with the survey of state and federal law of crimes and criminal procedure as well as the role of the paralegal in criminal cases.  (This course was previously LAW 107)

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LEGL 1370 - *Trusts and Estates


    This course is an introduction to estate planning and administration and the paralegal’s role in the probate area.  (This course was previously LAW 231)

    Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • LEGL 2300 - *Special Topics in Paralegal Studies


    This course is the study and discussion of a selected topic in law.  Content will vary.  The course may be repeated with program director’s consent.  (This course was previously LAW 276T)

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LEGL 2322 - *Administrative Law


    This course is a study of the issues involving proceedings by administrative agencies with an emphasis on the role of the paralegal.  Topics will include administrative agencies, administrative procedure, and appeals from administrative decisions.  (This course was previously LAW 250)

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • LEGL 2330 - *Contract Law


    This course is an introduction to the substantive area of contract law and the Uniform Commercial Code, with emphasis on drafting and analyzing different types of documents related to contracts.  (This course was previously LAW 220)

    Semester Availability: SPRING ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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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Credits: (3)
  
  • LEGL 2340 - *Property Law


    This course is a study of real estate law including estates in land, concurrent ownership, and transactions involving the sale and lease of real property.  Emphasis will be placed on information gathering, title search, and preparation of documents used in basic real estate transactions, file management, and real estate closings.  (This course was previously LAW 245)

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LEGL 2350 - *Bankruptcy and Creditor Rights


    This course is an introduction to bankruptcy procedures with emphasis on paralegal tasks.  (This course was previously LAW 261)

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LEGL 2360 - *Legal Evidence


    This course provides an overview of the rules of evidence. The course material includes the general rules governing admissibility of evidence, the use of documentary and opinion evidence, evidentiary privileges, direct and circumstantial evidence, admissions, and the “hearsay rule” and its exceptions.

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LEGL 2365 - *Intellectual Property


    Intellectual Property covers patent, trademark, signature mark, copyright, trade secret and licensing.  (This course was previously LAW 260)

    Semester Availability: SUMMER ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change.  See your advisor.

    Course may be offered through TN eCampus.

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, or permission of program coordinator.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
  
  • LEGL 2380 - *Civil Litigation Skills I


    This course is an introduction to civil litigation and practices in federal and state courts and practical law office skills.  (This course was previously LAW 210)

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101, (or permission of program coordinator)
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LEGL 2385 - *Civil Litigation Skills II


    This is a project-oriented course designed for students to draft pleadings and legal documents in conformity with state and federal rules of procedure as well as local, state and federal court rules.  (This course was previously LAW 211)

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 or LAW 101 (or permission of program coordinator)

    PRE or CO-REQUISITE:  LEGL 2380

     
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LEGL 2390 - *Legal Internship


    This course will provide supervised practical experience in a legal environment in which the student is assigned definite paralegal tasks and responsibilities.  Classroom instruction is arranged to support the field experience.

    PREREQUISITES: Completion of LEGL 1300, 1320, 1330, 1350, 2380, and ENGL 1010, all with a “C” or higher.  All students require permission of the program coordinator.
    Hours: 120
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LGM 130 - *Introduction to Logistics Management


    This course examines the expanding field of efficient computer supported warehouses and logistics from an operations management standpoint. Topics include supply chain management, order processing, traffic management, electronic data interchange, handling and tracking shipments, scheduling of work, diagramming work and product flow, safety programs, and security issues.

    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LGM 140 - *Transportation


    This course examines the field of transportation including the various modes, estimating costs, regulation and deregulation of transportation, international and intermodal trends. Related content includes provider relations, contract and common carrier services, and the transportation challenges related to growing international trade.

    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LGM 150 - *Distribution Center & Warehouse Management


    This course places emphasis on physical distribution, supply chain management, distribution centers and supply chain operations. Includes warehouse operations, inventory management, warehouse management systems using hardware/ software applications, bar codes, effective organization structures, just-in-time logistics, continuous replenishment, and third-party logistics services.

    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LGM 180 - *Sourcing & Procurement


    This course examines the expanding field of Sourcing & Procurement, its tie to Supply Chain Management and bottom line impact to the business.  Topics include purchasing operations, process and procedures, supplier evaluation, supplier quality, global sourcing, e-commerce, contracts & their legal implications, negotiation, and ethics.

    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • LGM 276T - *Special Topics in Logistics Management


    This course explores relevant and changing topics in logistics management. Group projects, interaction with local industry, class lectures, case studies, as well as guest speakers, will allow students to understand, appreciate, and apply the information in these topics to their logistics careers. Topics will vary.

    PREREQUISITES: LGM 130 , LGM 140 , LGM 150  or departmental approval
    Repeated: May be repeated for credit with a maximum of four hours to apply toward graduation.
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-3)


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Credits: (1-3)
  
  • LGM 280 - *Logistics Management Cooperative Work Experience


    A cooperative work experience in a warehouse or distribution center, transportation firm, or shipping center is required in this course. A training plan, the involvement of an on-the-job supervisor and a minimum of 90-120 hours of documented and evaluated work experience is required.

    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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Credits: (3)
 

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