Jun 25, 2024  
2017-2018 CATALOG 
    
2017-2018 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.

 

EMT Clinical

  
  • EMSP 1311 - Paramedic Clinical 1

    (3)
    Paramedic Clinical I is the first of three clinical courses designed to allow the student to meet all psychomotor and affective objectives for the clinical requirements of a paramedic program and build upon the concepts and knowledge gained during the first semester. Prereq(s): Admission to the Paramedic Program. Coreq(s): EMSP 1801, EMSP 1401 [F]


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  • EMSP 1401 - Paramedic Skills Lab 1

    (4)
    Skills Lab I is a laboratory based course utilizing scenarios to emphasize airway management, medication administration, and successful assessment of patients with a variety of medical concerns and an introduction to cardiology. This course includes application of principles and processes discussed in Fundamentals I. Prereq(s): Admission to the Paramedic Program. Coreq(s): EMSP 1801, EMSP 1211 [F]


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  • EMSP 2303 - Paramedic Practicum

    (3)
    Paramedic Practicum is a combination of laboratory and scenarios based course intended to assist students on developing skills related to the theories presented in their previous courses. This course will allow for preparation for psychomotor licensure testing and preparation as a competent entry level Paramedic. Prereq(s): EMSP 1401 and EMSP 2402. Coreq(s): EMSP 2403 and EMSP 2503 [Su]


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  • EMSP 2402 - Paramedic Skills Lab 2

    (4)
    Paramedic Skills Lab II is a laboratory based course intended to utilize scenarios to emphasize respiratory/cardiac emergencies (on-going from EMSP 1401), pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, urology and nephrology, hematology, gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, trauma, continuing cardiology and successful assessment of patients with a variety of medical conditions. This course includes application of principles and processes discussed in Fundamentals I. Prereq(s): EMSP 1801, EMSP 1401, EMSP 1211 [S]


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  • EMSP 2412 - Paramedic Clinical 2

    (4)
    Paramedic Clinical II is the second of three clinical experiences designed to allow the student to meet all psychomotor and affective objectives for the clinical requirements of a paramedic program and to build upon the concepts and knowledge gained during prior and/or concurrent courses. Clinical hours 144-192. Prereq(s): EMSP 1801, EMSP 1401, EMSP 1211 Coreq(s): EMSP 2802, EMSP 2402 [S]


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  • EMSP 2513 - Paramedic Field Internship

    (5)
    Paramedic Field Internship provides evidence that the student is capable of acting as a team leader in managing the emergency care and treatment of an injured or ill patient at the paramedic level. The student will demonstrate competency in this role. While all skill sets should have been achieved prior to initiating the internship, patient types and pathologies may be used from this experience to complete the minimum graduation academic requirements as set forth in CoAEMSP accreditation documents and the Tennessee Office of EMS. Prereq(s): EMSP 1211, EMSP 2412 Coreq(s): EMSP 2303, EMSP 2503 [Su]


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EMT - Paramedic

  
  • EMSP 1801 - Fundamentals of Paramedic 1

    (8)
    Fundamentals of Paramedic I is the first of two lecture courses to include the following topics: paramedic roles, responsibilities, workforce safety, wellness, public health, communications, documentation, EMS operations, medical/legal considerations, anatomy and physiology, life span development, general pathophysiology, general pharmacology, patient assessment, critical thinking, airway management, respiratory emergencies and introduction to cardiology. Prereq(s): Admission to the Paramedic Program Coreq(s): EMSP 1401, EMSP 1211 [F]


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  • EMSP 2403 - Paramedic Capstone

    (4)
    Paramedic Capstone serves as a mechanism to insure that the student meets academic requirements to test for National Registry and licensure. This course will include all necessary steps needed to complete the program including exit exams, preparation for National Registry practical and written exams, exit interviews, patient care review by the Medical Director, and any other administrative requirement requirements that the program may deem necessary. Prereq(s): EMSP 1801 and EMSP 2802. Coreq(s): EMSP 2303, EMSP 2503 [Su]


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  • EMSP 2802 - Fundamentals of Paramedic 2

    (8)
    Fundamentals of Paramedic II is the second of two lecture courses to include the following topics: respiratory and cardiology (on-going from EMSP 1801), pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, gastronenterology, urology and nephrology, hematology, gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, geriatric emergencies, psychological emergencies and trauma/shock. Class hours 120. Prereq(s): EMSP 1801, EMSP 1401, EMSP 1211 Coreq(s): EMSP 2402, EMSP 1211 [S]


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Engineering Technology

  
  • ENGR 1011 - Introduction to 3-D Modeling

    (1)
    Introduction to computer aided design using 3-D modeling software. Emphasis on sketching, dimensioning, geometric relations, assembly modeling, drawing construction and solid prototype production. Concurrent: MATH 1720 [F]


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  • ENGR 1030 - Basic Engineering Science

    (3)
    Introduction to basic concepts of engineering. Physical quantities, units, dimensions, vectors; formulation of engineering problems. Calculus-based analysis of fundamental dynamics; motion along a straight line and in a plane. Newton’s Laws of Motion plus applications. Work and energy, impulse and momentum, and rotational motion will be included. Coreq(s): ENGR 1130 Basic Engineering Science Laboratory Concurrent: MATH 1910 Calculus I [F] Note(s): Students must be at College Level in All Areas to take this course.


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  • ENGR 1130 - Basic Engineering Science Lab

    (1)
    Laboratory experiments to support and enhance the topics covered in ENGR 1030. An introduction to professional aspects of engineering, including ethics and observation of engineering practice. Written and oral presentations included. Concurrent: MATH 1910 Calculus I and ENGR 1030 Basic Engineering Science [F] Note(s): Student must be AT COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS to take this course.


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  • ENGR 2740 - Digital Electronics

    (3)
    Digital Systems and Information; Combinational Logic Circuits; Combinational Logic Design; Sequential Circuits; Registers; Memory Basics; Computer Design Basics. Prereq(s): ENGR 2130 and ENGR 271 [S]


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  • ET 105 - Energy Industry Fundamentals

    (3)
    Energy Industry Fundamentals provides a broad understanding of the electric and natural gas utility industry and the energy generation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure, commonly called the “largest machine in the world,” which forms the backbone for the industry. The course includes business models, regulations, types of energy and their conversion to usable energy such as electric power, how generated power is transmitted and distributed to the point of use, emerging technologies, and the connection to careers in the energy industry. [on demand] Note(s): Student must be AT COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS to take this course.


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  • ET 112 - Mathematics for Engineering Technology

    (3)
    Basic mathematical operations,  unit conversions, applied problem solving, geometry, solving and graphing linear equations and systems, and right triangle trigonometry. This course provides mathematics of particular importance to the Engineering Technology curriculum. [on demand] Note(s): class hours 2; lecture 2.


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  • ET 115 - Computers in Engineering Technology

    (3)
    Intro to computers for engineering technology students; Visual BASIC programming, word processing, and spreadsheets; databases and presentation software; use of computer as a tool for subsequent courses in engineering technology. Concurrent: MATH 1710. [F, S]


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  • ET 181 - Practicum 1

    (1-8)
    Learning experience in defined competencies, goals, and learning outcomes in specified program of study at an off-campus facility, private practice, business, industry, or government organization in the field of engineering technology. “15-45 contact hours per semester per credit hour awarded.” Documentation of third-party or departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): ET 181 and Departmental Approval. {on demand}


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  • ET 182 - Practicum 2

    (1-8)
    Learning experience in defined competencies, goals, and learning outcomes in specified program of study at an off-campus facility, private practice, business, industry, or government organization in the field of engineering technology. “15-45 contact hours per semester per credit hour awarded.” Documentation of third-party or departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): ET 181 and Departmental Approval. {on demand}


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  • ET 183 - Practicum 3

    (1-8)
    Learning experience in defined competencies, goals, and learning outcomes in specified program of study at an off-campus facility, private practice, business, industry or government organization in the field of engineering technology. “15-45 contact hours per semester per credit hour awarded.” Documentation of third party or departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): ET 182 and Departmental Approval. {on demand}


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  • ET 215 - Statistics and Quality Control for Engineering Technology

    (3)
    Introduction to statistical reasoning and quality control concepts related to the fields of energy production and distribution, manufacturing, and related business and industry. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, probability distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, statistical process control, control charts, and process capability. Relies heavily on the use of Excel and Minitab. Prereq(s): MATH 1710 [F,S]


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  • ET 220 - Communications in Engineering Technology

    (3)
    Instruction includes research, writing lab reports, feasibility studies, project reports, product analysis, and operating procedures based on engineering and technical specifications. Students will integrate mathematical formulas/calculations, graphs, charts, and engineering drawings into cohesive and summative written/graphical products used in the various technology-driven industries. Prereq(s): ENGL 1010 and ET 115 [S]


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  • ET 281 - Practicum 4

    (1-8)
    Learning experience in defined competencies, goals and training outcomes in specified program of study at an off-campus facility, private practice, business, industry, or government organization in the field of engineering technology. “15-45 contact hours per semester per credit hour awarded.”  Documentation of third party or departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): ET 183 and Departmental Approval. {on demand}


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  • ET 282 - Practicum 5

    (1-8)
    Learning experience in defined competencies, goals and learning outcomes in specified program of study at an off-campus facility, private practice, business, industry, or government organization in the field of engineering technology. “15-45 contact hours per semester per credit hour awarded.” Documentation of third party or departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): ET 281 and Departmental Approval {on demand}


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  • ET 283 - Practicum 6

    (1-8)
    Learning experience in defined competencies, goals and training outcomes in specified program of study at an off-campus facility, private practice, business, industry, or government organization in the field of engineering technology. “15-45 contact hours per semester per credit hour awarded.” Documentation of third party or departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): ET 282 and Departmental Approval. {on demand}


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  • ET 298 - Special Topics in Engineering Technology

    (1-4)
    Specialized topics and/or problems in engineering technology; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [on demand]


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  • ET 299 - Special Topics in Engineering Technology with Lab

    (1-4)
    Specialized topics and/or problems in engineering technology; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [on demand]


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  • MN 268 - High Voltage Distribution Sys1

    (3)


    Will provide an understanding of the layout of high voltage distribution systems found in a typical industrial setting.  Topics covered include main safety issues, basic distribution system designs, typical equipment used as well the basic maintenance activities associate with this equipment.

     

      Prereq(s): MN 114 {S} Note(s): Student must be at COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS to take this course.


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  • NUCL 1988 - Nuclear Power Special Topics

    (1-3)
    Specialized topics and/or problems in Nuclear Power Engineering Technology. Prereq(s): Minimum A.A.S. degree in discipline or departmental approval. [On Demand]


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  • NUCL 1999 - Nuclear Power Special Topics/Lab

    (1-6)
    Specialized topics and/or problems in Nuclear Power Engineering Technology with a lab component. (On Demand) Note(s): Student must be at COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS of study to take this course.


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  • NUCL 2510 - Applied Reactor Theory

    (3)
    This course covers the fundamentals associated with neutrons including neutron classifications, properties and behavior in pressurized water reactors. Course content includes mass-energy relationship, neutron interactions and cross sections, fission process, neutron life cycle, six-factor formula, reactivity and reactivity coefficients, reactor kinetics, control rods, fission product poisons, effects of fuel depletion, and reactor operational physics. Prereq(s): Minimum Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in discipline or departmental approval. [F]


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  • WELD 1060 - Welding Principles

    (4)
    This course is intended to advance beginning welding skills with an emphasis on three prevalent welding processes. Power sources, electrode identification, weldability of metals, joint design, oxyacetylene cutting, and an introduction to SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW are covered. Activities include learning to weld stringer and weave bread, butt and fillet welds in the flat and horizontal positions. {F,S} Note(s): class 2 hours; lab 6 hours.


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  • WELD 2013 - Intermediate SMAW

    (3)
    Building students SMAW skills with an emphasis on vertical and overhead position welding. Course activities prepare the student for weld certification and advanced arc welding classes. Weld symbols, joint preparation, weld codes, AWS, API, and ASME standards and weld alloys are covered in this class. Prereq(s): WELD 1060, Welding Principles {on demand} Note(s): lab 9 hours.


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  • WELD 2023 - Intermediate GMAW/FCAW

    (3)
    An intermediate course with an emphasis on vertical and overhead welding. Advancing the knowledge of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes and an introduction in Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), selection of electrodes and welding techniques. Designed for the student interested in improving their beginning skills in order to prepare for entry into the work force as a GMAW welder. Prereq(s): WELD 1060, Welding Principles {on demand} Note(s): lab 9 hours.


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  • WELD 2033 - Intermediate GTAW

    (3)
    An intermediate to advanced course with an emphasis on multi-positional welding. Introduction to welding non-ferrous materials and discussion of AWS, API, and ASME standards and testing. This class is designed for the student who is interested in improving his/her beginning skills in order to prepare for entry into the job force as a GTAW welder. Prereq(s): WELD 1060, Welding Principles {on demand} Note(s): lab 9 hours.


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  • WELD 2114 - Structural Design & Fabrication for Welding

    (4)
    A course that will cover weld design, fabrication, and inspection of welded structures. Students will learn the design and fabrication techniques that are prevalent in the workforce. Blueprint reading, welding symbols, cost estimation, layout techniques, and use of metal fabrication and inspection equipment will be used to complete projects. Introduction to GTAW, GMAW, and SMAW, plasma arc cutting, electronic operation, application of processes, exotic metal and alloy welding. Prereq(s): WELD 1060, Welding Principles {on demand} Note(s): class hours 2; lab hours 6.


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  • WELD 2313 - Advanced SMAW

    (3)
    An advanced course designed to prepare students to certification various positions using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. The goal of this class is to prepare students to pass the AWS, API, or ASME standard or certification tests. Strict adherence to the weld procedures and testing procedures will be followed. Completion of the class does not guarantee certification unless welding procedure qualification tests are passed. Prereq(s): WELD 2013, Intermediate SMAW {on demand} Note(s): lab 9 hours.


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  • WELD 2323 - Advanced GMAW/FCAW

    (3)
    This is an advanced laboratory course with a further emphasis on out of position GMAW and FCAW welding on various materials both ferrous and non-ferrous. Also advanced GMAW processes will be covered and their applications detailed. The goal of this class is to prepare the students to pass the AWS, API, or ASME standard or certification tests. Discussion of welding procedures and testing standards will also be covered. This course is designed for those who wish to improve their skills to prepare them for entry into the workforce as a GMAW/FCAW welder. Prereq(s): WELD 2023, Intermediate GMAW/FCAW {on demand} Note(s): lab 9 hours.


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  • WELD 2333 - Advanced GTAW

    (3)
    Advanced laboratory course with a further emphasis on out of position GTAW welding. Also advanced GTAW processes will be covered and their applications detailed on ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Students will focus AWS, API, and ASME certifications and testing. Discussion of welding procedures and testing requirements will also be covered. This course is designed for those who wish to improve their skills to prepare them for entry into the workforce as a GTAW welder. Prereq(s): WELD 2033, Intermediate GTAW {on demand} Note(s): lab 9 hours.


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  • WELD 2343 - Welding Machine Maintenance

    (3)
    The main objective of this course is to understand, setup, and repair fundamental electrical, mechanical and control systems commonly found in a welding manufacturing environment. Focus on manual and automated welding system maintenance and repair. The course will also include the processes and aspects of welding cell fixture maintenance. Repair/maintenance welding applications and processes will also be covered. Prereq(s): WELD 1060, Welding Principles {on demand} Note(s): lab 6 hours.


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  • WELD 2413 - Automated Welding Principles

    (3)
    This course is intended to advance beginning programming and automated welding skills with an emphasis on Automated GMAW. Automated systems, welding cell design and layout, and basic robot programming are covered. Activities include learning to program and perform automated GMAW welds on different orientations and joint types. Prereq(s): WELD 1060, Welding Principles {on demand} Note(s): class hours 2; lab 3 hours.


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  • WELD 2423 - Intermediate Automated Welding

    (3)
    This course is intended to advance beginning programming and automated welding skills with an emphasis on Automated GMAW. Automated systems, welding cell design and layout, and basic robot programming are covered. Introduction to the AWS automated welding standards. Activities include learning to program and perform automated GMAW welds on different orientations and joint types. Prereq(s): WELD 2413, Automated Welding Principles {on demand}


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  • WELD 2433 - Advanced Automated Welding

    (3)
    This course is intended to advance programming and automated welding skills to maximize productivity and quality using advanced GMAW processes and resistance welding. Automated systems, welding cell design and layout, and advanced robot programming are covered. Preparation for AWS automated weld testing and certification. Prereq(s): WELD 2423, Intermediate Automated Welding {on demand} Note(s): class hour 1; lab hours 6.


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Engineering Transfer (Pre-Engineering)

  
  • EG 298 - Special Topics in Engineering

    (1-4)
    Specialized topics and/or problems in engineering; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [on demand]


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  • EG 299 - Special Topics in Engineering with Lab

    (1-4)
    Specialized topics and/or problems in engineering; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [on demand]


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  • ENGR 222 - Probability and Statistics for Engineering

    (3)
    Descriptive, inferential, and relational statistics including discrete and continuous distributions, bivariate and multivariate data and distribution, elementary sampling, interval estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, and experimental design. Concurrent: MATH 1920 or departmental approval. [F]


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  • ENGR 224 - Introduction to Engineering Computations

    (3)
    Engineering computations using Excel, Visual Basic.Net, and macros created in Visual Basic.Net accessed through the Excel platform. Programming topics include flowcharts, algorithms, input/output, data types, decisions, loops, functions, sub procedures, files, and arrays. All programs are related to engineering applications and analysis including problem solving techniques, applicable engineering fundamentals, and mathematical solution procedures. Concurrent: MATH 2120 or departmental approval. [S]


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  • ENGR 225 - Engineering Programming

    (3)
    Study of the structure, design, and implementation of computer programming for engineering applications; flow diagram representation of efficient algorithms and proper syntax of the C++ computer language; credit not allowed for both ENGR 225 and CISP 185. Concurrent: MATH 2120 or departmental approval. [S]


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  • ENGR 246 - Mechanics of Materials

    (3)
    Stress-strain relationships under plane and 3-D deformations; Hooke’s Law, extension, bending, shear, torsion, and beam deflections;Castigliano’s theorem, column design and buckling, combined stresses, stress concentrations, and failure theories. Prereq(s): ENGR 2110 [F]


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  • ENGR 247 - Mechanics of Materials Laboratory

    (1)
    Experiments demonstrating material mechanics theory and engineering materials characteristics; labs include measurement and accuracy, hardness, impact strength, elasticity modulus, torsion, beam bending, and column buckling; individualized design project involving analysis, design and test of a structure required; class 1 hour, lab 3 hours. Concurrent: ENGR-246. [F]


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  • ENGR 271 - Electrical Circuits Laboratory

    (1)
    Lab for EG 270; use of circuit simulation software and basic electrical instrumentation; lab 3 hours. Concurrent: ENGR 2130 or departmental approval. [F]


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  • ENGR 272 - Electrical Circuits 2

    3
    Laplace transforms; transient response of dynamic circuits, transformers, AC circuit analysis, AC Power, three-phase circuits, power factor. Digital computer analysis of electrical circuits. Prereq(s): ENGR 2130, ENGR 271, and MATH 2120 [S]


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  • ENGR 273 - Electrical Circuits 2 Laboratory

    1
    Measurement and analysis of transformers, AC circuits, power, three-phase systems, and power factor; transient response. Coreq(s): ENGR 272 [S]


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  • ENGR 1850 - Introduction to Engineering Design

    (2)
    Introduction to the design process in engineering and computer aided design including: historical perspective, problem definition, idea generation, project planning and management, simple decisionmaking, development of visualization skill, interpretation and construction of 3-D objects through the use of sketching and basic computer-aided design software. Design exercises culminating in a conceptual group design project, with application of basic engineering science. Written and oral reports included.  Concurrent: ENGR 1011, MATH 1720. [F]


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  • ENGR 2110 - Statics

    (3)
    Forces and their effect on rigid bodies at rest; free body diagrams, equilibrium in 2 and 3 dimensions, moments of inertia, and truss analysis. Concurrent: MATH 1920. [S] Note(s): ►


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  • ENGR 2120 - Dynamics

    (3)
    Rectilinear, curvilinear, and rotary motion; work and energy, impulse and momentum principles; emphasis on machine motions; 3-D problems. Prereq(s): ENGR 2110 [S] Note(s): ►


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  • ENGR 2130 - Circuits 1

    (3)
    Direct current and sinusoidal steady state analysis; resistance, capacitance, inductance, first and second order step response; Kirchhoff’s laws, circuit theorems, and operational amplifiers. Concurrent: MATH 2120 and PHYS 2120 or departmental approval. [F] Note(s): ► “common”  Tennessee’s public Universal Transfer courses.


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English

  
  • ENGL 610 - English as a Second Language

    (3)
    Designed for the non-native speaker of English; includes practice in writing, listening, reading and speaking; not intended for transfer; not accepted toward any degree program at Chattanooga State. [on demand]


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  • ENGL 620 - English as a Second Language 3

    (3)
    Designed for the non-native speaker of English who possesses a mid-to-intermediate level of competency in spoken and written English. The course includes practice in writing, listening, reading and speaking. Not applicable to credit hours required for a degree or certificate. Prereq(s): ENGL 0610 or equivalent [on demand]


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  • ENGL 1010 - Composition 1

    (3)
    Research projects required. Focus on exposition and argument; process and development using various rhetorical patterns. Prereq(s): Placement per TBR specifications. Concurrent: ENGL 0810 and.or READ 0810 [E] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement. ►Common Tennessee Public University Transfer Course.


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  • ENGL 1020 - Composition 2

    (3)
    Research projects required. Focus on reading and responding to short fiction, poetry, drama and/or non-fiction prose.  Prereq(s): ENGL 1010 [E] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement. ►Common Tennessee Public University Transfer Course.


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  • ENGL 1030 - Literary Studies Abroad

    (3)
    Study of the literary and cultural legacy of selected travel destinations (which change yearly, depending upon travel destination) through online reading, discussion, research, and writing. Students will explore the fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and film associated with the destination, as well as the societal, cultural, philosophical, and historical forces that influenced their development. Prereq(s): ENGL 1010 [S]


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  • ENGL 2110 - American Literature to 1855

    (3)
    Framework and major movements, writers, and works of American literature; research project required. To 1865; focus on tracing the development of a national literature and literature’s role in recording American cultural heritage. Prereq(s): ENGL-1020 [F] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement. ►”common” Tennessee Public University Tranfer Course.


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  • ENGL 2120 - American Literature since 1855

    (3)
    Framework and major movements, writers, and works of American literature; research project required. From 1865; focus on various attempts to portray the American response to the complexity of life in the 20th century. Prereq(s): ENGL-1020 [S] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement ►”common” Tennessee Public University Transfer Course.


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  • ENGL 2140 - African-American Literature

    (3)
    Literature by African-American writers from the Colonial Period to the Modern Era; readings include written versions of traditional oral forms. Prereq(s): ENGL-1020 [F] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • ENGL 2210 - English Literature to 1800

    (3)
    Literary, cultural, and historical aspects of British literature; focus on works that illustrate important literary trends; research project required. To 1798. Prereq(s): ENGL-1020 [F] Note(s):  Fulfills a General Education requirement ►”common” Tennessee Public University Transfer Course.


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  • ENGL 2220 - English Literature since 1800

    (3)
    Literary, cultural, and historical aspects of British literature; focus on works that illustrate important literary trends; research project required. From 1798. Prereq(s): ENGL-1020 [S] Note(s):  Fulfills a General Education requirement ►”common” Tennessee Public Transfer Course.


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  • ENGL 2410 - World Literature to 1650

    (3)
    Survey of western literature; research project required. Literary, cultural, and historical contributions of classical, medieval, and Renaissance periods to the value systems and world view of contemporary society; focus on development of aesthetic awareness and appreciation of literary art. Prereq(s): ENGL-1020 [F, S] Note(s):  Fulfills a General Education requirement ►”common” Tennessee Public Transfer Course.


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  • ENGL 2420 - World Literature since 1650

    (3)
    Survey of western literature; research project required. Selected readings from the 17th-20th centuries; focus on cultural and aesthetic values presented by the writers, their relationship to earlier literature, and their influence on contemporary literature. Prereq(s): ENGL-1020 [S] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement ►”common Tennessee Public Transfer course.


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  • ENGL 2630 - Literature for Children

    (3)
    Survey of children’s literature with special attention to preschool and elementary; genres include folk tales, myth, fantasy, fiction, poetry, biography, and non-fiction. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010 [F, S]


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  • ENGL 2650 - Literature for the Adolescent

    (3)
    Literature for the young adult with emphasis on stages of development and their relationship to the reading experience. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010 [on demand]


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  • ENGL 2710 - Technical Reports

    (3)
    Logical organization, formatting, and stylistic conventions applied to communication in business/industry; focus on collaborative planning and presentation of researchbased data and reader/listener-oriented communication; word processing assignments. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010 [E]


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  • ENGL 2830 - Creative Writing: Introduction

    (3)
    Instruction and practice in writing poetry and/or short fiction; students read and discuss their own works as well as representative works by contemporary writers. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010 [on demand]


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  • ENGL 2840 - Creative Writing: Poetry

    (3)
    Instruction and practice in writing poetry. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010 [on demand]


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  • ENGL 2850 - Creative Writing: Fiction

    (3)
    Instruction and practice in writing fiction. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010 [on demand]


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  • ENGL 2990 - Special Studies in English

    (3)
    Topics of contemporary interest in language and literature; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010 [F, S]


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Environmental Science

  
  • ESC 1110 - Environmental Science 1

    (4)
    Study of environmental problems at global, national, and local levels; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Ecological principles, geophysical processes, and human population dynamics; scientific approach applied to understanding environmental concepts using hands-on laboratory and field experiences. [E] Note(s):

    Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • ESC 1120 - Environmental Science 2

    (4)
    Study of environmental problems at global, national, and local levels; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Soil, water, and mineral resources, food resources and pesticides, hazardous wastes and air pollution, energy, land, and species resources; laboratory emphasis on local field experiences. Prereq(s): ESC 1110 [E] Note(s):

    Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • ESC 2990 - Special Topics in Environmental Science

    (1-4)
    Detailed study of specific topic in environmental science; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): Instructor and department head’s consent [on demand]


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Fire Science

  
  • FI 111 - Introduction to Emergency Services

    (3)
    Emergency/non-emergency operations typically provided by municipal, volunteer and industrial emergency service organizations; historical perspectives, relevant statistics, current and future challenges, services and operations, and external agencies that regulate or impact the emergency response field. [F]


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  • FI 113 - Fire Protection Systems

    (3)
    Design and operation of fire detection and alarm construction, heat and smoke control systems, special protection and sprinkler systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fire extinguishers. [F]


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  • FI 114 - Building Construction for Fire Science

    (3)
    Intro to fire problems relating to building construction; analysis of building construction, materials, and constructional design methods; focus on needs and requirements of institutional, mercantile, and industrial structures before, during, and after construction periods. [S]


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  • FI 116 - Fire Fighting Tactics and Strategy 1

    (3)
    Fire control techniques and attack strategies. Focus on residential fires; fire apparatus and equipment, forcible entry, ladder use, hose and hose stream application, extinguishing agents, ventilation, overhaul and salvage. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [F, S]


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  • FI 124 - Fire Fighting Tactics and Strategy 2

    (3)
    Fire control techniques and attack strategies. Focus on commercial, industrial, and nonresidential fires; personnel and equipment distribution and use; hazard control.  Prereq(s): FI 116 [F, S]


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  • FI 140 - Legal Aspects of the Fire Service

    (3)
    Federal, state, and local laws that regulate emergency services; national standards influencing emergency services; standard of care, tort liability, and review of relevant court cases. Prereq(s): FI- 11 or instructor’s consent [S]


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  • FI 146 - Emergency Service Stress

    (1)
    Stress and its impact on emergency service personnel; unique emergency service field stresses, excessive stress identification, survival skills, and management; critical incident stress debriefing (CISD). [F]


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  • FI 148 - Firefighter 1

    (3)
    Credit for course given for state or national certification to NFPA-1001 Firefighter-I. [F, S]


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  • FI 215 - Fire Behavior and Combustion

    (3)
    Theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and how they are controlled. [F]


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  • FI 217 - Fire Hydraulics

    (3)
    Basic math and hydraulic formulas for fluid flow, friction loss and forces; internal and external fire protection water distribution and supply; fluid flow in hoses; nozzle discharge and fire streams; and application of principles to fire department operations. [S]


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  • FI 221 - Fire Administration 1

    (3)
    Organization and management of fire department. Focus on fire service leadership from perspective of the company officer; relationship with government agencies. [F, S]


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  • FI 222 - Fire Administration 2

    (3)
    Organization and management of fire department. Budget administration, organization of divisions; relationship with outside agencies. Prereq(s): FI 221 or 251 [F, S]


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  • FI 230 - Firefighter 2

    (3)
    Credit given for completion of standards set for state or national advanced Certified Fire Fighter-II. [F, S]


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  • FI 235 - Fundamentals of Emergency Service Safety

    (3)
    Application of safety during emergency and non-emergency operations; basic understanding of causes of injuries and death and how to apply that understanding to emergency and non-emergency operations; emergency operations, emergency medical, equipment and vehicle, facility, hazardous materials, wildland, and general safety, protective clothing and safety equipment. [F]


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  • FI 240 - Emergency Service Instructor

    (3)
    Credit given for national or state certification to NFPA-1041 Instructor Level-I. [F, S]


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  • FI 251 - Fire Officer 1

    (3)
    Credit given for national or state certification to NFPA-1021 Fire Officer Professional Qualifications. May be substituted for FI 221. Prereq(s): FI 230 or instructor’s consent [F, S]


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  • FI 260 - Fire Prevention and Inspection

    (3)
    Provides fundamental information regarding the history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization, and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use of fire codes; identification and correction of fire hazards, and the relationship of fire prevention with built-in fire protection systems, fire investigation, and fire and life safety education. [S]


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  • FI 262 - Fire Causes and Investigation

    (3)
    Analysis of fire causes; relationship of fire characteristics and causes; recognition of equipment failure responsible for fires, incendiary fires; collection, preservation, and documentation of evidence substantiating fire causes. [S]


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  • FI 270 - Emergency Service Strategic Planning and Innovation

    (3)
    Basic concepts strategic planning and innovation for emergency services; community emergency service planning issues, budget/ cost containment, and evaluation review; alternative delivery systems, innovation management and emergency service future. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [S]


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  • FI 275 - Emergency Response to Hazardous Materials

    (4)
    Basic principles and techniques regarding emergency response to hazardous materials incidents; recognition information, analysis and mitigation of hazardous materials incidents by emergency response personnel; regulatory considerations, detection and personal protective equipment, decontamination, and facility and transportation containers; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. [on demand]


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  • FI 280 - Emergency Services Practicum

    (3)
    Research paper on contemporary issues or problems within emergency services field; written report required; findings may be applied in work environment. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [F, S]


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  • FI 299 - Special Topics in Emergency Services

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


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