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2016-2017 VSCC Catalog 
    
2016-2017 VSCC Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • OMT 276T - *Selected Problems in Office Occupations


    Specialized topical issues and/or problems in office occupations are selected and studied in depth.

    Hours: Fifteen classroom contact hours with faculty required per credit hour.
    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: (1-4)


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Credits: (1-4)
  
  • OPH 102 - *Ocular Anatomy and Physiology


    This course will present the normal anatomy of the adnexa, globe and visual pathway and the physiology of ocular movements and vision. In addition, some of the more common pathophysiology will be discussed and identified.

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

    PREREQUISITES: Formal admission to the Ophthalmic Technician Program
    COREQUISITES: OPH 105 , OPH 110C , OPH 112 , OPH 150 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • OPH 105 - *Introduction to Ophthalmic Technology


    This course introduces students to the history of ophthalmic technology, including roles and responsibilities in the field. Ethics of patient care and medical economics will also be discussed.

    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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  • OPH 110C - *Clinical Applications 1


    This course includes supervised practice of clinical skills learned during the Fall Semester.

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

    PREREQUISITES: Formal admission to the Ophthalmic Technician Program
    COREQUISITES: OPH 102 , OPH 105 , OPH 112 , OPH 150  
    Hours: 202 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (4)


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  • OPH 112 - *Ophthalmic Optics


    In this course students will learn the basic physical, geometric, and physiologic optical principles as applied to the eye and visual system including the visual pathway, light transmission, absorption, reflection and refraction.

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

    PREREQUISITES: Formal admission to the Ophthalmic Technician Program
    COREQUISITES: OPH 102 , OPH 105 , OPH 110C , OPH 150 
    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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  • OPH 121 - *Basic Ophthalmic Pharmacology


    This course will acquaint the student with ocular pharmacology including diagnostic agents, therapeutic agents, antibiotics, topical anesthetics, antivirals, antihistamines/antiallergic agents, and many of the systemic medications with which they will come into contact. Indications for these agents and their common side effects will be discussed. A review of the autonomic nervous system as it relates to medications and their actions will be presented.

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

    COREQUISITES: OPH 120C , OPH 123 , OPH 126 , OPH 127 , OPH 151 
    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)


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  • OPH 123 - *Introduction to Ophthalmic Diseases


    Basic characteristics of common ocular disorders will be presented in this course. Included in the course are: the anterior segment, ocular adnexa, posterior segment diseases and conditions most common to the ophthalmology practice. A review of systemic diseases relating to ocular conditions will be presented as well as common diagnostic and therapeutic treatments. Triage for ocular emergencies will be presented in detail.

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

    COREQUISITES: OPH 120C , OPH 121 , OPH 126 , OPH 127 , OPH 151 
    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)


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  • OPH 126 - *Ocular Motility


    This course will cover principles and techniques of keratometry, exophthalmometry, tonography, and advanced motility are presented with emphasis on skill development in these procedures.

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

    COREQUISITES: OPH 120C , OPH 121 , OPH 123 , OPH 127 , OPH 151 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • OPH 127 - *Refractometry/Retinoscopy


    This course will introduce students to the principles and techniques of retinoscopy and refractometry measurements with emphasis on skill development using various retinoscopes. Principles and techniques of spectacle fitting and adjustment will also be included.

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

    COREQUISITES: OPH 120C , OPH 121 , OPH 123 , OPH 126 , OPH 151 
    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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  • OPH 130C - *Clinical Applications III


    This course will provide supervised practice of clinical skills learned during the Summer Semester.

    Semester Availability: See your advisor.

    Note: Students will complete this course as (4) Credit hours during the 2015/2016 academic year.  The credit hours will increase to (7) in Fall 2016.

    COREQUISITES: OPH 152  and OPH 153  
    Hours: 353.5 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (7)


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  • OPH 150 - *Ophthalmic Procedures I


    In this course, the basic principles and skills for ophthalmic procedures will be taught. These include visual acuity measurement, lens measurements, tonometry, charting, medical history documentation, use of slit lamp, OSHA requirements, and papillary exam.

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

    PREREQUISITES: Formal admission to the Ophthalmic Technician Program
    COREQUISITES: OPH 102 , OPH 105 , OPH 110C , OPH 112 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • OPH 151 - *Ophthalmic Procedures II


    This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of surgical assisting, microbial controls, the safe handling of equipment and supplies, and the use of specialized equipment for ophthalmic photography, ultrasonography, and corneal topography.  Basic interpretations of fluorescein angiography and laser procedures are also included.

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

    COREQUISITES: OPH 120C , OPH 121 , OPH 123 , OPH 126 , OPH 127  
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • OPH 152 - *Ophthalmic Procedures III


    This course introduces the students to the fundamentals of contact lens measurement and fitting, as well as patient instruction and counseling. The course will also cover various other ophthalmic skills and procedures.

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

    COREQUISITES: OPH 130C , OPH 153 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • OPH 153 - *Ophthalmic Procedures IV


    This course introduces the student to the principles and techniques of visual field measurement, causes of visual field loss, basic external ophthalmic exam and the documentation of all testing and exam results.

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

    COREQUISITES: OPH 130C , OPH 152 
    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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

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  • PHYS 276T - *Selected Topics in Physics/Physical Science


    This is a course which deals with topics carefully selected to meet the needs of special groups.

    Repeated: The course may be repeated 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: (1-6)


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  • PHYS 1030 - ♦Introductory Physics


    This is an introductory study of selected topics in physics including mechanics of linear and curvilinear motion, energy gravitation, vibrations and waves, sound electricity, magnetism and some atomic and nuclear physics. Note the preceding introductory discussion concerning course credits.  (Same as TN eCampus PHYS 1030)

    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: PHYS 1030L
    Hours: Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • PHYS 2010 - ♦Non-Calculus Based Physics I


    This course is an introduction to mechanics. This course includes the study of the kinematics and dynamics of linear and rotational motion, statics, Newton’s Law of Gravitation, mechanics of solids and fluids, the conservation principles of energy and momentum, and thermodynamics. The course is designed primarily for pre-professional health students.

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

    PREREQUISITES: MATH 1720  or MATH 1730  with a grade of C or higher
    COREQUISITES: PHYS 2010L
    Hours: Three lecture, three laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • PHYS 2110 - ♦Calculus-Based Physics I


    This course is an introduction to mechanics. Among the topics covered are the kinematics and dynamics of linear motion, the conditions for static equilibrium, the principles of conservation of energy and of momentum, Newton’s law of gravitation, the kinematics and dynamics of rotational motion, mechanics of solids and fluids and thermodynamics. Differential and integral calculus and simple vector analysis are used throughout. The course is designed primarily for students intending to major in physics, chemistry, or mathematics; required of all students in the Engineering curriculum and strongly recommended for students planning to teach mathematics or science in secondary schools.

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

    PREREQUISITES: MATH 1910 
    COREQUISITES: Calculus sequence, PHYS 2110L
    Hours: Three lecture, three 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)
  
  • PHYS 2120 - ♦Calculus-Based Physics II


    This course is a continuation of PHYS 2110. Topics include simple harmonic motion, wave motion, electricity and magnetism, light, geometrical and physical optics.

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

    PREREQUISITES: PHYS 2110  with a grade of C or higher.
    COREQUISITES: PHYS 2120L
    Hours: Three lecture, three laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • POLS 110 - ♦Introduction to Political Science


    This course is an introduction to the study of comparative governments, ideologies, systems, institutions, and international relations. [This course was previously POL 110.]  (Same as RODP POL 1020)

    Semester Availability: FALL 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
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (3)


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  • POLS 1030 - ♦American Government


    This course is an analysis of the democratic values, constitutional framework, and political dynamics of the U. S. political system with emphasis upon an evaluation of the Congress, Presidency, and Supreme Court. [This course was previously POL 200.]  (Same as TN eCampus POL 1010)

    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)
  
  • POLS 2010 - ♦State and Local Government


    This course includes a study of the forms of state and local government organizations. Interrelationships between state and local, state and federal, and local federal governments will be discussed.  [This course was previously POL 210.] (Same as RODP PS 2020.)

    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
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (3)


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  • PSCI 110D - Scientific Methods and Values


    This course is suited for natural or physical science disciplines and is designed to develop critical thinking skills by utilizing the principles of the scientific method.  Students will select 3-4 current scientific topics of their choosing.  Each topic will be explored, debated, and summarized through an individual position paper.  Depending on the number of students enrolled, the course may be delivered on-line or as independent study.  The course is primarily designed for transfer students, whose laboratory science courses are less than 4 semester hours each.  (Same as BIOL 110D) 

    PREREQUISITES: ENGL 1010  and SPCH 1010  or SPCH 103 
    Hours: Two/three lecture hours per week or independent study.
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  • PSCI 200P - *Science Practicum


    Students will engage in Service Learning activities with local area Middle Schools in a cooperative learning environment.  These activities will include weekly scheduled student centered laboratory sessions for developing science activities to be delivered in local Middle Schools.  Students will then present their developed activities in partner middle schools on a scheduled basis.  Students will experience cooperative learning, increase their understanding of chemical principles, and develop new laboratory skills. 

    PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of at least one university-parallel laboratory science course and faculty recommendation
    Hours: Average of five lecture/lab 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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  • PSCI 1030 - ♦An Introduction to Physical Science


    This course is an interdisciplinary approach to the physical realm with an emphasis on the fundamental principles of Chemistry and Physics. The course is designed for non-science majors to develop an understanding of scientific methods and an appreciation of their world.

    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  or higher with a grade of C or higher.
    COREQUISITES: PSCI 1030L
    Hours: Three lecture, two 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)
  
  • PSG 101 - *Anatomy and Physiology of Sleep Disorders


    This course includes a study of the Anatomy and Physiology that is specific to sleep disorders medicine. The areas to be covered will include; structure of the nervous system, macro-and micro-anatomy including the upper and lower airway, the respiratory and cardiac system, circadian rhythm biology, sleep architecture and the physiology of REM.

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

    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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  • PSG 102 - *Classification of Sleep Disorders


    This course includes a study of the 84 sleep disorders with emphasis on disorders evaluated during a Polysomnographic study. Upon completing the course, a student will have an understanding of the importance of documentation in the sleep center setting by interpretation of patient history and physical assessment.

    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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  • PSG 110 - *Sleep Polysomnography Instrumentation


    This is a course of study covering three major items: basic electronics, Analog PSG’s and Digital PSG’s. Emphasis placed on computer systems, equipment calibration, signal pathways, relationships between analog and digital equipment and troubleshooting.

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

    PREREQUISITES: PSG 101 , PSG 102  or permission of Program Director
    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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  • PSG 120C - *Clinical Practice I


    This course includes supervised clinical application of electrode placement utilizing the 1020 method, proper patient preparation, montages, protocols, impedance checks, calibrations, troubleshooting, vital sign assessment, proper documentation and note taking.

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

    PREREQUISITES: PSG 101 , PSG 102  or permission of Program Director
    Hours: 80 hours per term.
    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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  • PSG 130 - *Data Management in Polysomnography


    This course includes a study of the mathematical equations used in a sleep report with focus on sleep report review, sleep documentation and editing and reviewing physician’s final report. Also covered is the proper flow of patients into an accredited sleep disorders center. Sleep center management covered is also covered if time permits.

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

    PREREQUISITES: PSG 110  and PSG 120C  or permission of Program Director
    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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  • PSG 131 - *Sleep Scoring


    This course includes a study of the sleep staging of adults and pediatrics, respiratory scoring, scoring of PLMS, scoring of REM density, scoring of EKG arrhythmias and recognition of atypical EEG patterns.

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

    PREREQUISITES: PSG 110  and PSG 120C  or permission of Program Director
    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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  • PSG 132 - *Sleep Registry Review


    This course is designed to prepare the student for the NBRPT examination. It includes test preparation and review.

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

    PREREQUISITES: PSG 110  and PSG 120C  or permission of Program Director
    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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  • PSG 133C - *Clinical Practice II


    This course includes supervised clinical application of electrode placement utilizing the 1020 method, proper patient preparation, montages, protocols, impedance checks, calibrations, trouble-shooting, vital sign assessment, proper documentation and note-taking.

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

    PREREQUISITES: PSG 110  and PSG 120C  or permission of program director
    Hours: 120 clinical hours per term.
    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: (6)


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  • PSYC 210 - Abnormal Psychology


    This 3 credit-hour course will be an overview of abnormal psychology, including the areas of history, theories, diagnosis and description of most of the major psychological disorders. Students should become familiar with many of the symptoms of most psychological disorders by the end of the class. A basic understanding of research methods in psychology and descriptive statistics is expected for this class. Only Belmont Pre-Nursing students may register for this course.  Permission for enrollment in this course must be obtained from the Social Science & Education Division.   [This course was previously PSY 210.] 

    Semester Availability: FALL 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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  • PSYC 240T - *Selected Topics in Psychology


    Specialized topical issues and/or problems in psychology will be selected and studied in depth.   [This course was previously PSY 240T.] 

    Hours: Fifteen classroom contact hours with faculty required per credit hour.
    Repeated: May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours of credit to apply toward graduation requirements.
    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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  • PSYC 244 - Alcohol and Drug Abuse


    This course is an overview of drug abuse and use including an examination of current problems with alcohol and illicit drugs. This course is a study of the history of drug abuse and the psychological and sociological factors involved.   [This course was previously PSY 244.]

    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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  • PSYC 1030 - ♦General Psychology


    General Psychology is a one-semester course designed to provide an overview of the field of psychology and human behavior. The topics of philosophy, history, biology, learning, personality, abnormal behavior, treatment, applied memory, intelligence, motivation, consciousness, perception, and sensory are included.  [This course was previously PSY 101.]  (Same as TN eCampus PSY 101.)

    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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  • PSYC 2120 - ♦Social Psychology


    This course is a survey of the theories and research methods in areas of social psychology, such as attitude formation and change, social perception/cognition, impression formation, social influence, interpersonal attraction and relationships, aggression and prosocial behavior, and group dynamics.  It is the student’s responsibility to check with the senior institution for transferability of this course.  [This course was previously PSY 221.] 

    PREREQUISITES: PSYC 1030 

     
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (3)


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  • PTA 110 - *Physical Science for the PTA


    This course is a study of the fundamentals of the physical sciences as applied to the practice of the PTA. Topics covered in the course include: mechanics, electricity, heat exchange and transfer, energy, and motion.

    PREREQUISITES: Completion of MATH 1130  or MATH 1710  is required before taking PTA 110.  Instructor may grant permission with college math experience.
    Hours: Fifteen lecture and thirty 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • PTA 210 - *Fundamentals of PTA


    This course is a study of ethics, patients’ rights, and licensure as it applies to the Physical Therapy profession. Other topics covered will include: history, role and scope of the profession, as well as proper documentation and charting techniques.

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

    PREREQUISITES: PTA 110  and acceptance into the PTA 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1)


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  • PTA 221 - *Kinesiology for the PTA I


    This course integrates functions of the nervous and musculoskeletal system with emphasis on normal joint structure; muscle attachments, actions and innervations; palpation skills and manual muscle testing.  The physical therapist assistant student will be introduced to normal motion including movement patterns and gait patterns.  Emphasis on lower extremity and trunk.

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

    PREREQUISITES: PTA 110  and acceptance into the PTA program
    Hours: Fifteen lecture and thirty laboratory 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • PTA 222 - *Kinesiology for the PTA II


    This course integrates functions of the nervous and musculoskeletal system with emphasis on normal joint structure; muscle attachments, actions and innervations; palpation skills and manual muscle testing.  The physical therapist assistant student will be introduced to normal motion including movement patterns and gait patterns.  This course is a continuation of PTA 221 with emphasis on the upper extremities. 

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

    PREREQUISITES: PTA 210 , PTA 221 , PTA 253 , and PTA 250 
    Hours: Fifteen lecture and thirty laboratory 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (2)


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  • PTA 242C - *Clinical Practice I


    This course includes clinical practice under the supervision of qualified clinical faculty members in a facility as assigned by the academic faculty.

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

    PREREQUISITES: PTA 210 , PTA 221 , PTA 253 , and PTA 250 
    Hours: Two 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (4)


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  • PTA 243C - *Clinical Practice II


    This course includes clinical practice under the supervision of qualified clinical faculty members in facilities as assigned by the academic faculty.

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

    PREREQUISITES: Program Restriction - Enrollment limited to students admitted to the Program and PTA 222 , PTA 263 , PTA 264 , PTA 265  and PTA 242C 
    Hours: Four 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 it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

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