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2014-2015 CATALOG [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses Offered

 Graduate holding diploma

 A grade of “C” or better is required in all prerequisite courses and in all courses specified by course numbers in the summary of required hours.

Note:  Any program directed or technical electives, all Allied Health programs, Associate of Science in Teaching (AST), and Technical Certificates requires “C” or better in all course work.

To assist your search of courses, download a listing of “prefixes”  - that corresponds with the college “subject code titles” in the Banner course scheduling system.
 

Music – Applied Instruction

Music – Instruction and Performance

Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.
  

  • MUS 1402 - Piano Class II

    (2)
    Group instruction in basic keyboard techniques. Major scales and arpeggios, simple harmonization, sight-reading and transposition, simple pieces. [on demand] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 1403 - Piano Class III

    (2)
    Group instruction in basic keyboard techniques. Minor scales and arpeggios, harmonization with augmented and diminished chords, four-part reading, pieces from standard keyboard literature. [on demand] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 1404 - Piano Class IV

    (2)
    Group instruction in basic keyboard techniques. Harmonization using traditional and pop chord notation, advanced sight-reading, improvisation, pieces from standard keyboard literature. Must be taken in sequence or have instructor’s consent. [on demand] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 1410 - Piano Instruction

    (1-2)
    Private instruction in piano; daily practice required; 1 half-hour lesson each week per credit hour; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree; extra fee required. [F, S] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 1500 - Voice Instruction for Non-Majors

    (1)
    Individual voice instruction for non-music majors; repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree; extra fee required. [F, S] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 1501 - Voice Class

    (2)
    Group instruction in basic techniques of breath control, tone production, diction, phrasing and interpretation using simple song repertoire; daily practice required. [F, S] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 1510 - Voice Instruction

    (1-2)
    Private instruction in voice; daily practice required; 1 half-hour lesson each week per credit hour; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree; extra fee required. [F, S] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 1610 - Classical Guitar Instruction

    (1-2)
    Private instruction in classical guitar; daily practice required; 1 half-hour lesson each week per credit hour; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree; extra fee required. [F, S] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 1615 - Jazz Guitar Instruction

    1-2
    Private instruction in jazz guitar; daily practice required; 1 half-hour lesson each week per credit hour; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree. [F,S] Note(s): Extra fee required.


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  • MUS 1620 - Guitar Class

    (2)
    Group instruction in guitar; must provide own instrument; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree. [on demand] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 1630 - Woodwind Instruction

    (1-2)
    Private instruction in woodwind instruments; daily practice required; 1 half-hour lesson each week per credit hour; repeatable; maximum of 8 hours applicable toward a degree; extra fee required. [on demand]


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  • MUS 1640 - Brass Instruction

    (1-2)
    Private instruction in brass instruments; daily practice required; 1 half-hour lesson each week per credit hour; repeatable; maximum of 8 hours applicable toward a degree; extra fee required. [on demand]


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  • MUS 1650 - Percussion Instruction

    (1-2)
    Private instruction in percussion instruments; daily practice required; 1 half-hour lesson each week per credit hour; focus on only 1 percussion instrument; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree; extra fee required. [on demand] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 1660 - String Instruction

    (1-2)
    Private instruction in string instruments; daily practice required; 1 half-hour lesson each week per credit hour; focus on only 1 string instrument; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree. Extra fee required. [on demand] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 1670 - Bass Guitar Instruction

    (1-2)
    Private instruction in bass guitar; daily practice required; 1 half-hour lesson each week per credit hour; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree; extra fee required. [on demand] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 2430 - Conducting

    (2)
    Intro to conducting techniques; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree. Prereq(s): MUS-1210, 1310 [on demand] Note(s): Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.


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  • MUS 2540 - Digital Audio Production II

    (3)
    Continuation of MUS 2530; course covers more advanced skills in the realm of digital audio including recording techniques, sequencing, digital audio workstations and live sound. Prereq(s): MUS 2530 [on demand]


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Music – Performing Ensemble

Music – Instruction and Performance

Music majors must take at least one course from Applied Instruction and one from Performing Ensemble each semester. Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.
  

  • MUS 1680 - Guitar Ensemble

    (1-2)
    Performance of advanced literature for guitar ensembles; duets, trios, quartets, and larger groups; must be able to read music, repeatable, maximum of 6 hour applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • MUS 1690 - Percussion Ensemble

    (1)
    Auditioned percussion ensemble, performs wide variety of percussion music; repeatable; maximum of 4 hours applicable toward a degree. [F.S] Note(s): Admission by audition and/or instructor permission only.


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  • MUS 1700 - Woodwind Ensemble

    (1)
    Woodwind ensemble; performs standard instrumental literature of woodwinds; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree; audition or instructor approval required. [F, S]


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  • MUS 1710 - Opera Theater

    (1)
    Auditioned vocal group; performs wide variety of operatic literature; admission by audition only; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree. [F.S]


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  • MUS 1720 - Jazz Band

    (1-2)
    Performance of big band, jazz-rock and dixieland styles; members required to play at scheduled performances; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree; lab 3 hours. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent, knowledge/skill in an instrument [F, S]


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  • MUS 1730 - Marching Band

    1
    Performance of band literature; open to all students; performances at scheduled games, events and competitions required; students must adhere to all membership requirements listed in the “Marching Mocs” handbook/syllabus; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree.Repeatable [F,S]


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  • MUS 1735 - Pep Band

    Performance of pep band literature; open to all students; performances at scheduled games, events and competitions required; students must adhere to all membership requirements listed in the “Marching Mocs” handbook/syllabus; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree. [S] Note(s): Repeatable.


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  • MUS 1810 - Concert Choir

    (1-2)
    Performance of choral literature; open to all students; performance at scheduled concerts required; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • MUS 1840 - Chorale

    (1-2)
    Auditioned choral group; performs wide variety of choral music; admission by audition only; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • MUS 1850 - Jazz Vocal Ensemble

    (1-2)
    Auditioned vocal ensemble; performs standard and contemporary jazz music; repeatable; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • MUS 1910 - Musical Theatre Performance I

    2
    Performance techniques used in modern musical theatre productions/auditions; voice, acting, and movement for the stage developed through scene studies from musical theatre repertory. [on demand] Note(s): Allowances for the student to be below college level in some area of study; Math, ACT subscore<19 acceptable; English, ACT subscore of <18 acceptable.


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  • MUS 1920 - Musical Theatre Performance II

    2
    Advanced performance techniques used in modern musical theatre productions/auditions; voice, acting, and movement for the stage developed through scene studies from musical theatre repertory. [on demand] Note(s): There are allowances for the student to be below college level in some area of study; Math, ACT subscore of <19 acceptable; English, ACT subscore of <18 acceptable.


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Natural Science
  

  • PHYS 2120 - Calculus-Based Physics II

    (4)
    Calculus-based physics; for engineering and science majors; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Electrostatics, fields and potentials, electromotive force, AC/DC circuits, electromagnetism, capacitance and inductance, and electromagnetic waves.  Prereq(s): PHYS 2110 or both ENGR 1030 and ENGR 1130. [S] Note(s): ►


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Network Management
  

  • INFS 205 - Network Client Operating Systems

    (3)
    Provides knowledge and skills needed to install and configure a network client operating system and to perform day-to-day administration tasks. [on demand] Note(s): College level reading, writing, and math.


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  • INFS 207 - Managing and Maintaining a Server Environment

    (3)
    Provides knowledge and skills needed to install and configure a network server and to perform day-to-day administration tasks in a network environment: calls 3 hours, lab 2 hours. Prereq(s): INFS 205 [F]


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  • INFS 208 - Management of Network Infrastructure

    (3)
    Provides knowledge and skills needed to implement, manage and maintain a network server infrastructure. Prereq(s): INFS 207 [S]


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  • INFS 210 - Web Services

    (3)
    Provide knowledge and skills needed to install, configure and support the Internet Information Server (IIS) and Apache Web Server in Microsoft and Linux environments. Concurrent: INFS 205 [F]


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  • INFS 211 - Network Security Fundamentals

    (3)
    Basic computer network security concepts and techniques. Prereq(s): INFS 207 [F]


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  • INFS 215 - Firewalls and Network Security

    (3)
    This course provides a comprehensive overview of building and maintaining firewalls in a business environment. Specific topics covered include: planning/design, security, configuration, packet filtering, proxy servers, authentication, encryption, and VPNs. In addition, the textbook used in the course maps to the CheckPoint CCSA Certification. Concurrent: INFS 205 [F]


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  • INFS 219 - Operating Systems Security

    (3)
    This course provides an in depth look at operating system security concepts and techniques. Theoretical concepts that make the operating system security unique are examined. Also, this course adopts a practical hands-on approach in examining operating system security techniques. Prereq(s): INFS 211 [S]


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  • INFS 223 - Computer Security and Penetration Testing

    (3)
    With real-world examples, this course addresses how and why people attack computers and networks, so that students can be armed with the knowledge and techniques to successfully combat hackers. Because the world of information security changes so quickly and is often the subject of much hype, this course also aims to provide a clear differentiation between hacking myths and hacking facts. Prereq(s): INFS 207 or consent of instructor [F]


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  • INFS 227 - Computer Forensics

    (3)
    This course introduces students to the techniques and tools of computer forensics investigations. Students will receive step-by-step explanations on how to use the most popular forensic tools. Topics include coverage of the latest technology including PTAs, cell phones, and thumb drives. Prereq(s): INFS 211 [on demand]


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  • INFS 231 - Wireless Security

    (3)
    The purpose of this course is to provide a hands-on guide to defending wireless networks against attacks. It prepares students for the Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP) certifications from Planet3. Many hands-on exercises are included, which allow students to practice skills as they are learned. Prereq(s): CISP 205, INFS 205 Coreq(s): INFS 211 [on demand]


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  • INFS 235 - Incident Response and Disaster Recovery

    (3)
    This course provides an overview of contingency operations–including its components and a thorough treatment of the administration of the planning process for incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning. Prereq(s): INFS 211 [on demand]


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Nuclear Medicine Technology

Admission to the Nuclear Medicine Technology Program is a prerequisite for all NM courses. Please consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS. All courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all courses shown in the preceding term(s) are prerequisites.
  

  • NM 200 - Introduction to Molecular Imaging

    (2)
    Introduction to basic medical terminology in molecular technology. Special emphasis is placed on guidelines for radiation safety and protection, regulatory requirements, medical ethics and law, patient care and an introduction to other imaging modalities. Prereq(s): Admission to the Nuclear Medicine Technology Program. Coreq(s): NM 201, 205, 207, and 208. [F]


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  • NM 201 - Physics and Instrumentation

    (3)

    Basic nuclear medicine physics to include interactions of radiation with matter. Introduction to principles of instrumentation in the nuclear medicine laboratory with emphasis on components, application, maintenance, and quality control of imaging/non-imaging equipment, as well as a focus on developing a quality assurance program.

      [F]


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  • NM 204 - Writing Research in Nuclear Medicine

    (1)
    This course provides an introduction to basic research methodology through practical experience by conducting an approved research project. The course will focus on the components of a research paper, peer review and participation in critical discussions of field related scientific research. Prereq(s): Admission to the Nuclear Medicine Technology. Coreq(s): NM 201, 205, 207, and 208. [F]


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  • NM 205 - Clinical Procedures I

    (2)
    Biological, physiological and anatomical aspects of nuclear medicine clinical procedures. Skeletal, cardiovascular and respiratory organ systems; relationship between physiology, pathophysiology,radiochemistry, radiobiology, instrumentation and patient care techniques. [F]


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  • NM 207 - Practicum in Nuclear Medicine I

    (6)
    Clinical experience allowing students to assimilate methods, theory, and techniques into clinical practice; must demonstrate acceptable level of progression in clinical competency culminating in mastery of all required clinical competencies defined by the Joint Review Committee on Education Programs in Nuclear Medicine as Essential; Satisfactory/No Credit grading. Prereq(s): Acceptance into the Nuclear Medicine Program. Prerequisite: Admission to the Nuclear Medicine Technology Program. Coreq(s): NM 200, NM 201, NM 205, NM 207, NM 208. [F]


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  • NM 208 - Radiopharmacology

    (2)

    Basic principles of radiopharmacy  and pharmacology as practiced in the nuclear medicine laboratory; special emphasis on radionuclide and radiopharmaceutical preparations, radiation safety, quality control procedures and operation of equipment.

      [F]


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  • NM 212 - Advanced Instrumentation and Radiation Biology

    (3)

    Principles of advanced instrumentation to include: single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), computer applications, medical informatics, and statistics. An in depth review of radiation protection, biology and physics as related to nuclear medicine.

      Prereq(s): Admission to the Nuclear Medicine Technology Program, and the following courses: NM 200, NM 201, NM 205, NM 207, and NM 208. Coreq(s): NM 215 and NM 217. [S]


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  • NM 214 - Presenting Research in Nuclear Medicine

    (1)
    This course reviews basic communication theories and discusses the fundamentals of interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. This course emphasizes applying these theories and skills to group processes and professional situations. An oral presentation using original visual aids is required. Prereq(s): NM 204. Coreq(s): NM 212, 213 and 217. [S]


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  • NM 215 - Clinical Procedures II

    (2)

    Biological,  molecular, physiological and anatomical aspects of nuclear medicine clinical procedures. Gastrointestinal, genitourinary and endocrine systems; radionuclide therapy, intro to in-vivo non-imaging procedures, in-vitro procedures, and healthcare administration.

      Prereq(s): Admission to the Nuclear Medicine Technology Program, and the following courses: NM 200, NM 201, NM 205, NM 207, and NM 208. Coreq(s): NM 212, NM 214 and NM 215. [S]


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  • NM 217 - Practicum in Nuclear Medicine II

    (6)
    Clinical experience allowing students to assimilate methods, theory, and techniques into clinical practice; must demonstrate acceptable level of progression in clinical competency culminating in mastery of all required clinical competencies defined by the Joint Review Committee on Education Programs in Nuclear Medicine as Essential; Satisfactory/No Credit grading. Prereq(s): Admission to the Nuclear Medicine Technology Program, and the following courses: NM 200, NM 201, NM 205, NM 207, and NM 215. Coreq(s): NM 212, NM 214 and NM 215 [S]


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  • NM 225 - Clinical Procedures III

    (3)
    Biological, physiological and anatomical aspects of nuclear medicine clinical procedures. Central nervous system, Immunology, tumor and inflammatory processes, positron emission tomography (PET), and preparation for national registries. Prereq(s): Admission to the Nuclear Medicine Technology Program, and the following courses: NM 200, NM 201, NM 205, NM 207, NM 208, NM 212, NM 215, NM 217. Coreq(s): NM 227 and NMCT 235. [Su]


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  • NM 227 - Practicum in Nuclear Medicine III

    (6)
    Clinical experience allowing students to assimilate methods, theory, and techniques into clinical practice; must demonstrate acceptable level of progression in clinical competency culminating in mastery of all required clinical competencies defined by the Joint Review Committee on Education Programs in Nuclear Medicine as Essential; Satisfactory/No Credit grading. [Su]


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  • NM 235 - Computed Tomography for the Nuclear Medicine Technologist

    (3)
    This is a course in Computed Tomography (CT) as it relates to nuclear medicine and CT whole body imaging. It also provides formal didactic information on CT whole body imaging. Topics included in this course are patient care and management, whole body cross-sectional anatomy, pathology, imaging procedures with protocols, attenuation correction, quality control and radiation protection. Prereq(s): NM 200, 201, 205, 207, 208, 212, 215, 217. Coreq(s): NM 225, 227 or NM 237. [E]


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  • NM 237 - Computed Tomography Practicum for Nuclear Medicine Technologist

    (6)
    Computed tomography (CT) clinical education course allowing students to assimilate methods, theory, and techniques learned in the didactic course with clinical experience. The objective during the 225 hours of clinical experience is to develop a student who is technically competent and capable of interacting in the healthcare environment in a manner, which maximizes value to the system. Arrangements for clinical education are made by the students at a suitable CT facility within their geographical area. Students will demonstrate an acceptable level of progression in clinical competency throughout the course. Prereq(s): NM 235, CNMT or ARRT(N) Certification. Coreq(s): NM 235 [E] Note(s): Satisfactory/No Credit grading.


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Nursing (RN)

Admission to the Nursing Program is a prerequisite for all NS courses unless otherwise noted. Please consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS; all BIOL and PY courses are pre/corequisite to the NS courses as shown. All Nursing courses must be completed in sequence.
  

  • NS 024 - Nursing Transitions

    (5)
    Prepares LPN, reentering and transfer students to enter second year nursing courses. Assists LPN’S with transition to the role of the registered nurse, content derived from first year nursing courses provides a background on which remaining educational program is based; successful completion required for entry into NS 238 (day program) or NS 210 (night program). Note: This is a course for which institutional credit is given. It is not accepted towards any degree program at Chattanooga State. Prereq(s): BIOL 2010, BIOL 2020, BIOL 1430, PSYC 1030, PSYC 2130 Note(s): This is a course for which institutional credit is given. It is not accepted towards any degree program at Chattanooga State. Class 3.5 hours, clinical 1.5 hour.


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  • NS 027 - Paramedic Transition

    (7)
    Prepares the licensed paramedic to enter second year nursing courses. Building on emergency and acute care knowledge, assists the paramedic with the transition to the role of the registered nurse; content derived from first year nursing courses provides a background of theory and skills on which the remaining educational program is based; successful completion required for entry into NS 238 (day program) or NS 210 (night program). Note: This is a course for which institutional credit is given. It is not accepted towards any degree program at Chattanooga State. Prereq(s): Acceptance into the program, BIOL 2010, BIOL 2020, BIOL 1430, BIOL 2230, PSYC 1030, PSYC 2130 [Su] Note(s): This is a course for which institutional credit is given. It is not accepted towards any degree program at Chattanooga State. (class 4 hours; clinical 9 hours). Nursing lab fee, achievement test fee and liability insurance required.


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  • NS 110 - Night Nursing I

    (7)
    Begins the development  of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to function as a registered nurse. Introduces students to a clinical decision making process, with an emphasis on assessment of diverse individuals across the life span, as well as concepts of safety, management of care, and informatics. Students collaborate with clients to plan and implement interventions and evaluate outcomes that promote and maintain wellness, focusing on basic skills, teaching and communications. Students provide care to individuals experiencing variations in function. Clinical experiences occur in a variety of community based and extended care settings. Prereq(s): BIOL 1430, BIOL 2010, BIOL 2020, BIOL 2230; with concurrency PSYC 2130 Class 4 hours and clinical 9 hours


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  • NS 119 - Nursing I

    (9)
    Begins the development of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to function as a registered nurse. Introduces students to a clinical decision making process, with an emphasis on assessment of diverse individuals across the life span, as well as concepts of safety, management of care, and informatics. Students collaborate with clients to plan and implement interventions and evaluate outcomes that promote and maintain wellness, focusing on basic skills, teaching, and communication. Students provide care to individuals experiencing variations in function. Clinical experiences occur in a variety of community based and extended care settings. Prereq(s): With concurrency BIOL 2010, BIOL 1430, PSYC 2130 Class 5 hours, clinical 12 hours


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  • NS 120 - Night Nursing II

    (7)
    Expands the development of the knowledge, sills, and attitudes needed to function as a registered nurse. With continued emphasis on assessment, students plan and implement interventions and evaluate outcomes to assist diverse individuals across the life span that are experiencing alterations in health. Content focuses on intro to acute care, perioperative care, altered cell function (cancer), and alterations in comfort/rest, nutrition/metabolism, and psychosocial/cultural functions. The concepts of safety, management of care, and informatics continue to be integrated. Students apply a clinical decision making process in caring for pediatric and adult clients in the acute care, surgical, and community based settings.   Prereq(s): Prereq(s): NS 110; with concurrency PSYC 1030 Class 4 hours, clinical 9 hours


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  • NS 128 - Nursing II

    (9)
    Expands the development of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to function as a registered nurse. With continued emphasis on assessment, students plan and implement interventions and evaluate outcomes to assist diverse individuals across the life span that are experiencing alterations in health. Content focuses on pharmacology, intro to the acute care setting, perioperative care, altered cell function (cancer), and alterations in comfort/rest, nutrition/metabolism, activity/mobility, fluid/gas transport, and psychosocial functions. The concepts of safety, management of care, and informatics continue to be integrated. Students apply a clinical decision making process in caring for pediatric and adult clients in acute care, surgical, and community based settings. Prereq(s): NS 119; with concurrency BIOL 2020, PSYC 1030 Class 6 hours, clinical 9 hours


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  • NS 210 - Night Nursing III

    (7)
    Enhances development of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to function as a registered nurse. With continued emphasis on assessment, students plan and implement interventions and evaluate outcomes to assist diverse individuals across the life span that are experiencing alterations in health. Content focuses on alterations in fluid/gas transport, activity/mobility, and nutrition/metabolism functions. The concepts of safety, management of care, and informatics continue to be integrated. Students apply a clinical decision making process in caring for pediatric and adult clients in acute care and community based settings. Prereq(s): NS 120, NS 024 or NS 027 Class 5 hours, clinical 6 hours


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  • NS 220 - Night Nursing IV

    (7)
    Enhances development of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to function as a registered nurse. With continued emphasis on assessment, students plan and implement interventions and evaluate outcomes to assist diverse individuals across the life span that are experiencing alterations in health. Content focuses on alterations in fluid/gas transport, psychosocial, elimination, nutrition/metabolism, and growth and development functions. The concepts of safety, management of care, and informatics continue to be integrated. Students apply a clinical decision making process in caring for pediatric and adult clients in acute care and community based settings, with a concentrated experience in women’s health, perinatal nursing, and care of the client with altered psychosocial function. Prereq(s): NS 210 Class 5 hours, clinical 6 hours


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  • NS 230 - Night Nursing V

    (8)
    Operationalizes the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to function as a registered nurse. Using a clinical decision making process, students assist diverse individuals across the life span that are experiencing alterations in health. Content focuses on alterations in fluid/gas transport, nutrition/metabolism, sensory/perceptual, and elimination functions. Students care for clients in a variety of acute care and community based settings. The course includes a precepted experience in the management of groups of clients in the acute or subacute care setting. Prereq(s): NS 220Class 4 hours, clinical 12 hours


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  • NS 238 - Nursing III

    (9)
    Enhances development of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to function as a registered nurse. With continued emphasis on assessment, students plan and implement interventions and evaluate outcomes to assist diverse individuals across the life span that are experiencing alterations in health. Content focuses on alterations in fluid/gas transport, nutrition/metabolism, psychosocial/cultural, elimination, and growth and development functions. The concepts of safety, management of care, and informatics continue to be integrated. Students apply a clinical decision making process in caring for pediatric and adult clients in acute care and community based settings, with a concentrated experience in care of the client with altered psychosocial function. Prereq(s): NS 128, NS 024 or NS 027; with concurrency BIOL 2230 Class 6 hours, clinical 9 hours


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  • NS 249 - Nursing IV

    (9)
    Operationalizes the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to function as a registered nurse. Using a clinical decision making process, students assist diverse individuals across the lifespan that are experiencing alterations in health. Content focuses on alterations in growth and development, sensory/perceptual, protective, fluid/gas transport, and psychosocial/cultural functions. Students are for clients in a variety of acute care and community based settings with concentrated experiences in women’s health, perinatal nursing, and critical care. The course culminates with a precepted experience in the management of groups of clients in the acute or subacute care setting. Prereq(s): NS 238 Class 5 hours, clinical 12 hours


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  • NS 299 - Special Topics in Nursing

    (1-3)
    Study of selected topics of interest in nursing; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [on demand]


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Office Administration
  

  • OF 103 - Records Management

    (3)
    A study of modern filing systems and equipment with practice in applying ARMA indexing rules. Additionally various issues related to record management will be studied: compliance and legal exposure, privacy, security, disaster recovery, access to information, space limitation and cost control. [S]


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  • OF 104 - Basic Business Writing

    (3)
    Study of English skills; focus on proofreading and using reference sources efficiently. Concurrent: DSPM 0800; DSPW 0800; DSPR 0800 [F]


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  • OF 107 - Keyboarding for Information Systems

    (1)
    Basic keyboarding; develops touch mastery for input; speed and accuracy; for non–Office majors only; not allowed as an elective for Office majors. [E]


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  • OF 113 - Keyboarding/Document Processing I

    (3)
    Keyboarding and formatting of business documents (letters, memos, reports, tables) with speed and accuracy. [F, S]


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  • OF 115 - Speedbuilding

    (2)
    A course designed to build speed and accuracy. Individualized diagnostic and corrective practice drills will be used to help students improve speed and accuracy. Prereq(s): OF 113 [F,S]


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  • OF 125 - Word Processing I

    (3)
    Applications in word processing. Basic editing techniques through document merge. Prereq(s): Keyboarding at 25 wpm [F, S]


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  • OF 126 - Word Processing II

    (3)
    Applications in word processing. Advanced functions and formatting; focus on speed, decision making, and accuracy.  Prereq(s): OF 125, Keyboarding at 25 wpm [F, S]


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  • OF 127 - Desktop Publishing

    (3)
    Mechanics of desktop publishing, creation of a variety of publications. Prereq(s): BUSN 1302 [F, S]


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  • OF 195 - General Office Procedures

    (3)
    Assists students in meeting the challenges presented in today’s offices with emphasis on critical thinking skills. Major topics: telephone mastery, travel arrangements; time, human resources, and organizational management. [F]


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  • OF 205 - Computer Applications in Office Administration

    (3)
    This course utilizes a suite of computer software applications to develop administrative skills in students. Concurrent: DSPM 0850 [F,S] Note(s): College level in all areas.


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  • OF 206 - Office Management Internship

    (3)

    A capstone experience to prepare students for employment in the professional and industrial job markets. This course offers simulated office experience and on the job training experience.

      Concurrent: OF 205 [F,S]


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Paralegal Studies
  

  • LA 110 - Fundamentals of Law

    (3)
    Intro to the legal field; includes survey of torts, domestic relations, legal ethics, Contracts, civil procedure, property law and criminal law; focus on the role of the attorney, paralegal, and legal tribunals in the administration of justice. Concurrent: DSPM 0850 [F, S] Note(s): There are ALLOWANCES FOR THE STUDENT TO BE BELOW COLLEGE LEVEL IN MATH ONLY.


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  • LA 130 - Legal Research and Writing I

    (3)
    A study of the primary and secondary sources of law found in the legal library on campus and, electronically, on the Internet; attention given to legal research, analysis, ethical considerations in legal writing. Emphasis is placed on competence in legal citations, use of book research techniques, and drafting case briefs, memorandums, correspondence with clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, and/or government agencies, if applicable. Concurrent: ENGL 1010; LA 110 [F, S] Note(s): There are ALLOWANCES FOR THE STUDENT TO BE BELOW COLLEGE LEVEL IN MATH ONLY.


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  • LA 135 - Legal Research and Writing II

    (3)
    Systematized approach to how legal results and doctrines are reached through case analysis; writing techniques, case analysis, and briefing skills; focus on format, documentation development, application of judicial opinions, and uniform citations. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010, LA-110, LA 130 and keyboarding at 35 wpm [S]


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  • LA 210 - Contracts

    (3)
    Contracts from a paralegal’s perspective; elements to formation, defenses, breach, remedies, ethical considerations, and drafting. Prereq(s): LA-110 Concurrent: DSPM 0850 [S] Note(s): College level English and Reading.


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  • LA 220 - Torts

    (3)
    Intentional torts, negligence, strict liability, worker’s compensation, malpractice, and products liability; rules of civil procedure and evidence. Concurrent: DSPM 0850 [S] Note(s): College level English and Reading.


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  • LA 225 - Constitutional Law

    (3)
    Search and seizure; Internet and cell phone privacy, exclusionary rule, right to trial, sentencing, free speech, and ethical considerations; components of research and presentation. Prereq(s): LA-110 or instructor’s consent [S]


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  • LA 230 - Criminal Law/Procedure

    (3)
    Criminal law and rules of procedure; Tennessee law; specific crimes, their elements, ethical considerations, and drafting. Concurrent: DSPM 0850 [S] Note(s): College level English and Reading.


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  • LA 235 - Administrative Law

    (3)
    Authority of government agencies to create, interpret and apply administrative laws; judicial review of administrative rulings, freedom of information issues, access to government information, and governmental liability/ immunity. Concurrent: LA 110 and LA 130 [F]


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  • LA 240 - Trial Practice and Civil Procedure

    (3)
    Techniques and documentation utilized in the civil trial; investigation, drafting, jurisdiction, discovery, procedure, multi-party litigation, interviewing/presentation component. Prereq(s): LA-110, LA-130 [S]


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  • LA 245 - Legal Ethics for Paralegals

    (3)
    Legal ethics and professional responsibility; rules and guidelines affecting paralegals, certification, licensing, unauthorized practice of law, confidentiality, conflicts, advertising, client fees and funds. Concurrent: LA 110 and LA 130 [F]


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  • LA 250 - Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning

    (3)
    Legal requirements of wills and trusts; estate planning; administration of estates; advance directives; ethical considerations. [S]


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  • LA 260 - Domestic Relations

    (3)
    Family law; divorce, legal separation, annulment, child custody, adoption, support; pleading and drafting documentation. Concurrent: LA 110 and LA 130 [F]


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  • LA 265 - Case Management

    (3)
    Case management addresses the application of technology by paralegals within all types of legal organizations. The course covers all types of technology applicable to legal practice but places special emphasis on legal case management software (CaseMap, HotDocs, Summation, TimeMap, and Trial Director). Topics covered include electronic filing, electronic discovery, litigation support software, case management software and docket control software. Prereq(s): LA 110 and LA 130 Concurrent: LA 135 and LA 240 [F,S]


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  • LA 270 - Insurance Law

    (3)
    Policy analysis, coverage, insurable interest, automobile, property and life insurance, and regulation. Concurrent: LA 110 [F]


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  • LA 275 - Bankruptcy

    (3)
    Federal bankruptcy laws and guidelines; statutory provisions and judicial interpretations of Federal Bankruptcy Code, and use of forms. Prereq(s): LA-110 [S]


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  • LA 280 - Property Law

    (3)
    Property law; landlord/tenant law in real estate; transference of ownership interest; closings and zoning. Concurrent: LA 110 and LA 130 [F]


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  • LA 290 - Law Practice Management

    (3)
    Law office management techniques and practices; business aspects, record keeping, billing procedures. Includes interviewing/ presentation component. Concurrent: DSPM 0850 [F] Note(s): College level English and Reading.


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  • LA 295 - Immigration Law for Paralegals

    3
    Introductory immigration law survey of interview techniques and case management; temporary visas for investing, studying, and employment; family-based residency; employment-based permanent residency; political asylum; citizenship; the appeal process; and past, present and future trends of immigration law regulations and policy. Prereq(s): LA 110, LA 130, LA 240 [on demand]


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  • LA 298 - Special Topics in Legal Assisting Technology

    (1-3)
    Topics of current and special interest; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [on demand]


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  • LA 299 - Internship

    (3)
    On-campus study combined with supervised work experience directly related to paralegal’s role in legal community. Includes interviewing/ presentation component. Prereq(s): LA 110, LA 130, LA 135, LA 240 and instructor’s consent. [E]


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Pharmacy Technician
  

  • PC 101 - Introduction to Pharmacy Practice

    (3)
    Intro to pharmacy practice and the health care system; focus on pharmacy technicians’ role and relationship with pharmacists; written and oral communication skills to deal with other health care professionals and patients; automation, computer use, and technology used in pharmacy practice; managed care medicine and health care organizations; generic and brand names of top 200 drugs; class 2 hours, lab 3 hours. [F]


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  • PC 105 - Pharmacy Law and Ethics

    (3)
    Intro to pharmacy law history and application of laws governing duties delegated to pharmacy technicians; state and federal laws pertaining to pharmacy practice and drug distribution discussed. [F]


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