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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.
 

Fire Science
  

  • FIRE 1310 - Principles of Emergency Services

    (3)
    This course provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics; life safety initiatives. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [F]


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  • FIRE 1315 - Rescue Awareness

    (3)
    Basic methods of recognition and identification of a hazardous situation where a rescuer might be overwhelmed by the magnitude of the problem. Utilizing all known resources in the perspective area, and focusing in on personal safety and patient safety. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [on demand]


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  • FIRE 1320 - Principles of Fire and Emergency Service Safety and Survival

    (3)
    This course introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [F]


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  • FIRE 1325 - Fire Investigations 1

    (3)
    This course is intended to provide the student with the fundamentals and technical knowledge needed for proper fire scene interpretations, including recognizing and conducting origin and cause, preservation of evidence and documentation, scene security, motives of the fire setter, and types of fire causes. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [F]


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  • FIRE 1330 - Fire Prevention

    (3)
    Course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; plans review, fire inspections; fire and safety education; and fire investigation. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [F]


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  • FIRE 2018 - Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply

    (3)
    Course provides a foundation of theoretical knowledge in order to understand the principles of the use of water in fire protection and to apply hydraulic principles to analyze and to solve water supply problems. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score of completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [S]


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  • FIRE 2018 - Hazardous Materials 2

    (3)
    A continuing study of hazardous materials. Emphasis will be placed on hazard and risk assessment and site assessment and site control. Discussion will include standard operating procedures and termination of an incident as well as advanced control techniques. Prereq(s): FIRE 2355 and Acceptable placement score on completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [on demand]


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  • FIRE 2199 - Special Topics in Fire Science

    (1)
    Study and discussion of select topics in the field of fire science. Content may vary. The course may be repeated with departmental consent. [E]


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  • FIRE 2299 - Special Topics in Fire Science

    (2)
    Study and discussion of select topics in the field of fire science. Content may vary. The course may be repeated with departmental consent. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [S]


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  • FIRE 2310 - Fire Protection Systems

    (3)
    Provide information relating to the features of design and operation of fire alarm systems, water-based fire suppression systems, special hazard fire suppression systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fire extinguishers. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [S]


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  • FIRE 2315 - Introduction to Homeland Security and Disater Management

    (3)
    This course will provide students with an overview of the concepts of homeland security and emergency management at the local (operational) level as well as the national (strategic) level. This is a writing and discussion intensive course to develop the knowledge skills and abilities needed for homeland security/emergency managers for the future. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score of completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [on demand]


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  • FIRE 2320 - Building Construction for Fire Protection

    (3)
    Provide the components of building construction that relate to fire and life safety. The focus of this course is on firefighter and life safety. The elements of construction and design of structures and shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score of completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [S]


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  • FIRE 2330 - Fire Behavior and Combustion

    (3)
    This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and how they are controlled. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [S]


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  • FIRE 2335 - Strategy and Tactics

    (3)
    Course provides the principles of fire ground control through utilization of personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents. Prereq(s): FIRE 1310. Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [F]


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  • FIRE 2340 - Leadership Development

    (3)
    Presenting the company officer with the basic leadership skills and behaviors needed to perform effectively in the fire service environment. The course includes problem-solving skills and behaviors, identify and assess the needs of the company officer’s subordinates and decision making skills for the company officer. Prereq(s): Instructor Approval or Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [F]


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  • FIRE 2350 - Principles of Fire and Emergency Servicies Administration

    (3)
    The course introduces the student to the organization and management of a fire and emergency services department and the relationship of government agencies to the fire service. Emphasis is placed on fire and emergency services, ethics, and leadership from the perspective of the company officer. Prereq(s): FIRE 1310. Approval or Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [S]


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  • FIRE 2355 - Hazardous Materials 1

    (3)
    Basic methods of recognition and identification of hazardous materials based on the chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials and the basic safety procedures when utilizing specific types of protective equipment. Discussion includes the basic tactical concerns relating to scene management of a hazardous material incident. [on demand]


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  • FIRE 2360 - Occupational Safety & Health for Emergency Services

    (3)
    This course introduces the basic concepts of occupational health and safety as it relates to emergency service organizations. Topics include risk evaluation and control procedures for emergency service organizations. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [on demand]


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  • FIRE 2370 - Public Fire & Life Safety Education

    (3)
    This course is designed to provide the public and/or fire service educator with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully perform as a fire and life safety educator as addressed in NFPA 1035. The topics include fire behavior, community assessment, injury prevention and juvenile fire-setting. The student will also develop presentation skills and learn how to formulate public education programs. An overview of the educator, manager, and administrator role will be presented. [on demand]


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  • FIRE 2375 - Hazardous Materials Chemistry

    (3)
    Course provides basic chemistry relating to the categories of hazardous materials including recognition, identification, reactivity, and health hazards encountered by emergency services. This course is not intended to satisfy the natural science requirement for the AAS Degree. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score on completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [on demand]


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  • FIRE 2380 - Legal Aspects of Emergency Services

    (3)
    This course will address the federal, state, and local laws that regulate emergency services. It will also include a  review of national standards, regulations, and consensus standards that emergency services are measured against. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score on completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [S]


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  • FIRE 2385 - Fire Investigations 2

    (3)
    This course is intended to provide the student with advanced technical knowledge on the rule of law, fire scene analysis, fire behavior, evidence collection and preservation, scene documentation, case preparation and courtroom testimony. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score on completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [S]


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  • FIRE 2390 - Emergency Services Capstone Project

    (3)
    Research paper in APA format on contemporary issues or problems within the fire and emergency services field; written report required; findings may be applied in work environment. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score on completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [F]


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  • FIRE 2399 - Special Topics in Fire Science

    (3)
    Study and discussion of select topics in the field of fire science. Content may vary. The course may be repeated with departmental consent. Prereq(s): Acceptable placement score on completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. [E]


    Click here for Fall course scheduling information.

French
  

  • FREN 1010 - Elementary French 1

    (4)
    Elementary grammar, vocabulary, reading, idiomatic conversation, and French culture.  Prereq(s): WebCAPE score less than 248. [F]


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  • FREN 1020 - Elementary French 2

    (4)
    Elementary grammar, vocabulary, reading, idiomatic conversation, and French culture.  Prereq(s): FREN 1010 or WebCAPE score of 248-315. [S]


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  • FREN 1990 - French Field Work

    (3)
    Contemporary French language and culture; focus on spoken language, basic vocabulary and idiomatic expressions needed in real-life situations. [on demand]Basics of teaching French; includes observation/participation; class 2 hours, lab 2 hours. Prereq(s): FREN-1010 [on demand] Note(s): This courses is offered as a community service and are not intended to be used to satisfy the foreign language requirement or remove high school deficiencies for any degree program at Chattanooga State or any other college or university.


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  • FREN 2010 - Intermediate French 1

    (3)
    Intermediate French conversation and reading.  Prereq(s): FREN-1020 or 2 years of high school French or WebCAPE score of 316-355. [on demand]


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  • FREN 2020 - Intermediate French 2

    (3)
    Intermediate French conversation and reading.  Prereq(s): FREN 2010 or WebCAPE score of 356 or higher. [on demand]


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  • FREN 2990 - Special Topics in French

    (1-3)
    Contemporary French language and culture; focus on spoken language, basic vocabulary and idiomatic expressions needed in real-life situations. [on demand]Specific topics in French language and culture; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): FREN-1010 and instructor’s consent [on demand] Note(s): This courses is offered as a community service and are not intended to be used to satisfy the foreign language requirement or remove high school deficiencies for any degree program at Chattanooga State or any other college or university.


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Fund Development
  

  • FUND 1010 - Principles of Charitable Giving

    (3)
    Principles of Charitable Giving Intro to principles and practices of effective fund-raising for non-profits: focus on techniques of fund development through specialized reading, discussion and a class project. Not designed for transfer. [F, S]


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  • FUND 1020 - Mechanics of Charitable Giving

    (3)
    Mechanics of Charitable Giving: An overview of effective and efficient management of fund-raising tools for non-profits including Annual Giving, Capital Giving and Special Events. Not designed for transfer. [F, S]


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Geography
  

  • GEOG 1010 - Physical Geography

    (3)
    The Earth’s physical environment; processes that determine Earth’s climate, water, soil, landforms, vegetation, and distribution patterns of each. [S] Note(s): ►


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  • GEOG 1030 - Cultural Geography

    (3)
    Studies human and environmental interaction within a given area and its cultural characteristics such as language, religion, politics, urbanization, and economics. Fulfills a General Education requirement. [F,S] Note(s): College level reading and writing.


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  • GEOG 2010 - World Regional Geography

    (3)
    Study of selected world regions; focus on each region’s characteristics, problems and global interrelationships. [E] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement ►”common” Tennessee University Transfer Course.


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Geology
  

  • GEOL 1040 - Physical Geology

    (4)
    Intro to geology; Earth’s age and origin; Earth materials, processes, and resultant structures; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. [F] Note(s):

    Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • GEOL 1050 - Historical Geology

    (4)
    Earth’s origin and geologic history; concept of geologic time and the fossil record; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. [S] Note(s):

    Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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German
  

  • GERM 1010 - Elementary German 1

    (4)
    Elementary grammar, vocabulary, reading, translation, conversation, and cultural studies.  Prereq(s): WebCAPE score less than 248. [F]


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  • GERM 1020 - Elementary German 2

    (4)
    Elementary grammar, vocabulary, reading, translation, conversation, and cultural studies.  Prereq(s): GERM 1010 or WebCAPE score of 248-315. [S]


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  • GERM 2010 - Intermediate German 1

    (3)
    Intermediate German grammar, reading, oral drills and conversation.  Prereq(s): GERM-1020 or 2 years of high school German or WebCAPE score of 316-355. [on demand]


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  • GERM 2020 - Intermediate German 2

    (3)
    Intermediate German grammar, reading, oral drills and conversation.  Prereq(s): GERM-2020 or WebCAPE score of 356 or higher.


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  • GERM 2990 - Special Topics in German

    (1-3)
    Specific topics in German language and culture; repeatable for credit on different topics. [on demand] Note(s): This course is offered as a community service and are not intended to be used to satisfy the foreign language requirement or remove high school deficiencies for any degree program at Chattanooga State or any other college or university.


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Graphic Design (formerly Advertising Arts)
  

  • AA 106 - Design Principles

    (3)
    Intro to the basic visual elements and principles of 2-dimensional design; surface, depth, perspective, scale, size, shape, line, movement, balance, texture, value, contrast, emphasis, rhythm, light, unity, variety; components, structure and use of color. The student will be introduced to problem identification, analysis, brainstorming, and idea refinement, as they relate to the above principles. [F,S]


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  • AA 107 - Intro to Illustration

    (3)
    A studio course with an emphasis on illustration techniques using traditional media. Creative interpretation and disciplined draftsmanship for the visual communication of ideas will be stressed. Projects will include study of linear perspective, isometric and human figure indication drawing systems for advertising. Line art, black and white, and color media used. [S]


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  • AA 108 - Design Concepts

    (3)
    Intro to creative problem solving; study of using textual and graphic communication; methods of idea/concept and content generation; focus is on strong visuals, typographic elements and presentation skills. [F]


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  • AA 116 - Basic Typography

    (3)
    Intro to the terminology, technology and design aspects of typography and visual communication; topics include typographical anatomy, type characteristics, basic digital text composition and layout utilizing type as a primary visual. Emphasis will be on understanding the foundations of typography and its effective use in graphic design. Prereq(s): AA 106 Concurrent: AA 117 [S]


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  • AA 117 - Digital Studio Foundations

    (3)
    Use of the computer as a design tool and illustrative medium for creative solutions. Topics include elementary computer graphics techniques; aesthetics; and principles of design, color, composition, and spatial relationships. Student work includes the layout of pages/screens, creation of illustrative elements requiring freehand drawing, geometrical solutions, original logo-lettering design solutions, critiques/presentations, and printing digital versions of finished solutions. Concurrent: AA 106 [F]


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  • AA 120 - Comupter Art and Illustration

    (3)
    Creative development of visuals for use in a variety of digital, graphic and animation applications. Topics include elementary computer graphics techniques; aesthetics; and principles of design, color, composition, and spatial relationships. Students will create a series of illustrations involving freehand drawing, geometry, presentations, rendering, and composition. [S]


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  • AA 126 - Texture Techniques

    (3)
    This class is an important overview of texture and shading effects applied in the industry past and present. Included understanding of various program tools used for the creation and application of textures, shaders and normal maps. Prereq(s): AA 150, CISP 157 [S]


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  • AA 127 - 3D Tools 1

    (3)
    An introduction to the most popular 3D modeling and animation software in the industry. Students will learn how to navigate the user interfaces, and explore the basics of modeling, sculpting, texturing, and animating objects. Basic lighting, camera tips, rendering techniques, and special effects will also be covered briefly. Prereq(s): CISP 157, AA 106, AA 150 Concurrent: AA 120 [S]


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  • AA 140 - Computer Apps for Graphic Arts 1

    (3)
    Intro to macintosh computers; basic operations and industry standard terminology; intro to use of mainstream graphic design software, involving electronic preparation of basic to intermediate level designs; projects incorporating page layout and pre-press production techniques including typesetting, image manipulation, color models, bindery and finishing methods. Prereq(s): AA 117 Concurrent: AA 150 [F, S]


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  • AA 150 - Digital Imaging Foundations

    (3)
    This course provides a foundation for the use of Photoshop as a vehicle for digital imaging and the visual communication of ideas and content. Students will be introduced to basic procedures for editing, correcting and manipulating raster-based imagery, working with both high res and low res, in CMKY and RGB, and to approach image prep for both print media and the web with versatility/flexibility as a goal. [F,S]


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  • AA 190 - Photography for Designers

    (3)
    Intro to basic techniques, processes and terminology of digital still photography as applied to imagery for print media; emphasis is placed on the workflow processes for preparing and correcting images to be used in print. Prereq(s): AA 150 [S]


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  • AA 209 - Graphic Arts 1

    (3)
    Intermediate to advanced creative problem solving. Application of design principles and techniques to logo/trademarks and basic identity design using type as a major design element. Prereq(s): AA 108, AA 116, AA 117, AA 140 Concurrent: AA 240 [F]


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  • AA 210 - Graphic Arts 2

    (3)
    Intermediate to advanced creative problem solving. Advanced identity design including application of identity elements to collateral elements and working in a team environment. Prereq(s): AA 209 [S]


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  • AA 215 - Advertising Design 1

    (3)
    Study of basic tools, terms, and kinds of print advertising; design process from conception to pre-press production; incorporation of conceptual exercises to meet clients’ specific needs. Prereq(s): AA 108, AA 116, AA 117, AA 140 Concurrent: AA 240 [F]


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  • AA 217 - Advertising Design 2

    (3)
    Advanced problems in ad design: creation of ad campaigns incorporating the mass media; individual projects for portfolios to include computer and layout techniques. Prereq(s): AA 215 [S]


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  • AA 221 - Design Internship

    (3)
    On the job training in graphic design, advertising, illustration or related commercial art with area design firms, advertising agencies or other businesses directly engaged with graphic design or the graphic arts; lab, minimum of 10 hours per week. Prereq(s): Faculty Advisor’s approval [E]


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  • AA 222 - Portfolio

    (3)
    Visual presentation techniques, design of basic personal identity system and preparation of portfolio; editing of work, organizing, formatting, presenting the design portfolio; preparation for entry into job market; participation in group portfolio presentation to area professionals required. To be taken final Spring semester prior to graduation. Concurrent: AA 210, AA 217 [S]


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  • AA 224 - Level Design

    (3)
    An introduction to game design through the use of pre-existing game engines. This course will concentrate heavily on video game modifiers (mods) to change the arts assets of current video games into the student’s modified creation. Prereq(s): CISP 157, AA 106, AA 120, AA 126 [F, S]


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  • AA 225 - Computer Animation Portfolio

    (3)
    Preparation for entering the job market, including portfolio creation, resume refinement, web presence, and establishing an identity to potential employers. Student will learn how to research job sources and make the most of their degree and portfolio. Prereq(s): AA 126, AA 224, AA 228 [S]


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  • AA 226 - Computer Animation Capstone

    (3)
    Students will work in teams to create a final project that demonstrate a working knowledge of design philosophies, 3D modeling, 3D animation, texturing and creating a final scene. This course is a culmination of work from the entire Computer Animation curriculum. Prereq(s): AA 224 Coreq(s): AA 229 [S]


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  • AA 228 - 3D Tools 2

    (3)
    An intermediate look at the software tools used in the most popular 3D applications. During this course, students will focus on the modeling process, with additional emphasis on environments. Hard surface and organic concepts will be explored, with an introduction to proper rigging techniques. Prereq(s): AA 127 [F]


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  • AA 229 - 3D Tools 3

    (3)
    An advanced look into the most popular 3D modeling and animating software tools. Students will learn how to create complex polygon objects, animate beyond linear paths, and gain a basic understanding of scripting in MEL. An extensive look will also be given to elaborate special effects solutions, lighting, shaders and textures. Prereq(s): AA 228, AA 224 [S]


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  • AA 240 - Computer Apps for Graphic Arts

    (3)
    Intermediate level digital document creation utilizing industry, standard design applications and processes; emphasis is placed on high-res non-destructive use of Photoshop for image editing and correction coupled with the use of InDesign and Illustrator for the creation of more complex design solutions destined for printed media. Prereq(s): AA 106, AA 117, AA 140, AA 150 or instructor’s consent [F,S]


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  • AA 249 - Special Topics in Graphic Arts

    (1-3)
    Intro to selected issues and/or problems in graphic design; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [on demand]


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Health Information Management
  

  • HIMT 1300 - Medical Terminology

    (3)
    Prefixes, suffixes, root words, combining forms, Latin and Greek forms, spelling, and pronunciation; focus on building working medical vocabulary based on all body systems; commonly used terms related to body disorders, medical and surgical procedures, abbreviations, charting symbols, and diagnostic terms; class 3 hours. Prereq(s): ENGL 1010 [E] Note(s): College level in all areas.


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  • HIMT 1301 - Introduction to Health Information Management

    (3)
    This course is designed to introduce students to the principles of health information technology. The development, content and management of the medical record will be explored as well as a basic overview of the healthcare delivery system. Emphasis is placed on hospital and medical staff organization; patient record content; procedures in filing, numbering, and retention of patient records; quantitative analysis; release of patient information, forms control and design; indexes and registers; regulatory and accrediting agencies; and the transition to an electronic health record. Lecture, 2 hours; Lab, 3 hours. Prereq(s): Acceptance into HIM Program or instructor’s consent [F]


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  • HIMT 1302 - HIM Legal Aspects

    (3)
    This course provides an understanding of the legal principles that govern health information and the health record as a legal document. Emphasis is placed on key concepts including; the court system, medical staff, nursing staff, governing board, and their functions and responsibilities. Confidentiality. release of information, informed consent, patent rights, record retention, and an in-depth review of HIPAA will be studied and practiced. Course focus includes current trends in health legislation such as healthcare fraud, federal and state required reporting. Concurrent: HIMT 1301 [S]


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  • HIMT 1303 - Basic ICD Coding 1

    (3)
    This course is a study of diagnosis coding classification systems used in classification and conditions, injuries and disease employed to organize medical information for future retrieval. The current international classification is emphasized including its use of the prospective payment systems. Students will learn to apply Official Coding Guidelines in health record coding. Other topics include Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS), reimbursement in prospective payment systems and introduction to procedure classification systems. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, BIOL 2010 Coreq(s): HIMT 1401, BIOL 2020 Concurrent: BIOL 2020, HIMT 1401, or instructors consent. (S) Note(s): Student must be AT COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS to take this course.


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  • HIMT 1305 - Computer Applicantions in Health Information

    (3)
    This course instructs students on health data structure, content and standards; information and communication technologies including uses of hardware, software, spreadsheets, databases, networks, electronic health records, personal health records, data storage and retrieval, data security; selection and implementation of health care information systems. The student will utilize several different software applications related to health records up to or including spreadsheets, database applications, data analytics, electronic health records, chart deficiencies, master patent index, chart locator, abstracting, and release of information software. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301 or instructor’s consent [S]


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  • HIMT 1401 - Disease Processes

    (4)
    This course is an introduction to disease processes in the human body with emphasis on the etiology, signs, symptoms, diagnostic aids and findings, surgical treatment, medications, and treatments, including surgical procedure. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, BIOL 2010. Concurrent: BIOL 2020 [S]


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  • HIMT 2110 - HIM Independent Study

    (1)
    This course focuses on advanced topics in health information management. Prereq(s): By permission of instructor. Concurrent: HIMT 1301 [on demand] Note(s): Student must be at College Level in All Areas to take this course.


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  • HIMT 2205 - Revenue Cycle Management

    (2)
    This course focuses on advanced topics in healthcare reimbursement. The course includes an introduction to third party payers, revenue cycle management and chargemaster development and administration. It also focuses on principles of healthcare reimbursement including health insurance plans, government-sponsored healthcare programs, managed care plans, fee schedules, resource based relative value system for physician payment and prospect rive payment for various healthcare settings. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, HIMT 1303, HIMT 2302, or instructor’s consent. [S]


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  • HIMT 2211 - Quality Improvement

    (2)
    This course is designed to focus on quality improvement, information integrity, information governance, and clinical documentation improvement in a variety of healthcare settings. Emphasis will be placed on implementation of a quality improvement model, tools, techniques and activities of ambulatory care settings, and other healthcare facilities. Leadership and team procedures for use of data required to ensure organization compliance with regulations and standards will all be addressed. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, HIMT 1302 [S]


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  • HIMT 2212 - Seminar in HIM

    (2)
    This course focuses on advanced topics in health information management. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, HIMT 2205, or by permission of instructor. [S] Note(s): Student must be at College Level in All Areas to take this course.


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  • HIMT 2301 - CPT Coding

    (3)
    This course covers the basic principles of coding with Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding system including structure and rules. Instruction will also be given in use of HCPCS Level II coding including structure and rules. The use of these coding systems will be studied as they are used in reporting or reimbursable medical services and procedures performed by physicians. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, HIMT 1303, BIOL 2010, BIOL 2020 [S]


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  • HIMT 2302 - Basic ICD Coding 2

    (3)
    This course is a study of procedural coding and classification system used in classification of medical procedures and employed to organize medical information for future retrieval. Application of the current international Classification of Diseases Official Coding Guidelines as related to procedure coding will be addressed. Assignment of current coding and classification codes based on documentation will be practiced. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, BIOL 2010, HIMT 1303, HIMT 1401 Concurrent: BIOL 2020 (F) Note(s): Student must be AT COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS to take this course.


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  • HIMT 2303 - Advanced Coding

    (3)
    This course focuses on advanced topics in diagnosis and procedural coding including the current ICD Coding systems and CPT/HCPCS. This course will concentrate on application of Official Coding Guidelines, development of diagnosis sequencing skills, and understanding of advanced coding principles including the clinical documentation improvement function. Determination of APC, and MS-DRGs will also be practiced using the computerized coding and grouping software. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, HIMT 2302, or permission of instructor. [S] Note(s): Student must be at College Level in all Areas to take this course.


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  • HIMT 2304 - HIM Management Principles

    (3)
    A study of supervisory and management functions with focus on planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling in healthcare organizations. Special emphasis will study managerial techniques to supervise, motivate, counsel, lead, train, and communicate with staff in health information services. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, HIMT 1305 [F]


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  • HIMT 2306 - HIM Special Topics

    )3)
    This course has been approved for future use by HIMT Program Students. This course will remain in the TBR Library on reserve to be used as needed. An example of the potential need for this course is when there is a significant change in the healthcare field and delivery of a new topic is necessary to meet either community needs, or to address a new accreditation standard. This enables the HIMT Program to respond to those needs and plan for future course delivery improvements. Prereq(s): By permission of instructor. [on demand] Note(s): Student must be at College Level in All Areas to take this course.


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  • HIMT 2307 - Professional Practice Experience 1

    (3)
    This course provides opportunities for students to relate classroom theory to actual functions of health information, such as assembly and record analysis, medico legal procedures, information retention, filing and retrieval and the use of technology. Students will meet objectives through assignment to a healthcare facility or the use of virtual simulation projects. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, HIMT 1303 Concurrent: HIMT 2302 [F]


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  • HIMT 2308 - Professional Practice Experience 2

    (3)
    A study of supervisory and management functions with focus on planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling in healthcare organizations. Special emphasis will study managerial techniques to motivate, counsel, lead, train, and communicate with staff in health information services. Students will meet objectives through assignment to a health care facility or through the use of virtual simulation projects. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, HIMT 1303, HIMT 2302 Coreq(s): HIMT 2212 [F]


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  • HIMT 2309 - Data Analysis and Statistics

    (3)
    This course instructs students in health data collection, commonly used healthcare statistical computations and interpretation, presentation and report of data, indices, databases and registries along with statistics computed for daily operations of the health information management department. This course also includes basic research principles along with purpose of Institutional Review Board and its role in research. Prereq(s): HIMT 1301, INFS 1010 or instructor’s consent. [F]


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  • HIMT 2310 - HIM Independent Study

    (3)
    This course focuses on advanced topics in health information management. Prereq(s): By permission of instructor. [on demand] Note(s): Student must be at College Level in All Areas to take this course.


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  • ALHS 1811 - Medical Assistant Practicum 1

    (8)
    Learning experience in defined competencies, goals, and learning outcomes in the Tennessee Colleg of Applied Technology (TCAT) Medical Assistant program. A minimum of 47 contact hours per credit hour awarded. Documentation of approved departmental assessment is required. (on demand)


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  • ALHS 1812 - Medical Assistant Practicum 2

    (8)
    Learning experience in defined competencies, goals, and learning outcomes in the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Medical Assistant program. A minimum of 47 contact hours per credit hour awarded. Documentation of approved departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): Department Approval [on demand] Note(s): There are NO LEVEL OF PREPAREDNESS REQUIREMENTS IN ANY SUBJECT for this course.


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  • ALHS 1813 - Medical Assistant Practicum 3

    (8)
    Learning experience in defined competencies, goals, and learning outcomes in the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Medical Assistant program. A minimum of 47 contact hours per credit hour awarded. Documentation of approved departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): Department Approval. [on demand]


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  • ALHS 1814 - LPN Practicum 1

    (8)
    Learning experiences in defined competencies, goals,and learning outcomes in the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) program. A minimum of 47 contact hours per credit hour awarded. Documentation of approved departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): Department Approval. (on demand)


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  • ALHS 1815 - LPN Practicum 2

    (8)
    Learning experiences in defined competencies, goals, and learning outcomes in the Practical Nursing program. A minimum of 47 contact hours per credit hour awarded. Documentation of approved departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): Department Approval. (on demand)


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  • ALHS 1816 - LPN Practicum 3

    (8)
    Learning experience in defined competencies, goals, and learning outcomes in the Practical Nursing program. A minimum of 47 contact hours per credit hour awarded. Documentation of approved departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): Department Approval. (on demand)


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  • ALHS 1817 - Surgical Tech Practicum 1

    (8)
    Learning experiences in defined competencies, goals, and learning outcomes in the Surgical Tech program. A minimum of 47 contact hours per credit hour awarded. Documentation of approved departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): Department Approval. (on demand)


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  • ALHS 1818 - Surgical Tech Practicum 2

    (8)
    Learning experiences in defined competencies, goals, and learning outcomes in the Surgical Tech program. A minimum of 47 contact hours per credit hour awarded. Documentation of approved departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): Department Approval. (on demand)


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  • ALHS 1819 - Surgical Tech Practicum 3

    (8)
    Learning experiences in defined competencies, goals, and learning outcomes in the Surgical Tech program. A minimum of 47 contact hours per credit hour awarded. Documentation of approved departmental assessment is required. Prereq(s): Department Approval. (on demand)


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  • ALHS 2311 - Management and Leadership for Health Supervisors

    (3)

    This course is designed to introduce the student to management functions and leadership principles and their application in health care organizations. Student projects will develop the student’s ability to apply the principles of organizational theory, management theory, management style and behavioral aspects of management across a variety of health care settings.

    Many allied health practitioners will assume the role of a manager during the course of their career. This course is designed to provide theory and application focusing on the development of leadership and management strategies and skills to prepare these practitioners to assume professional responsibilities in management and administration. [S] Note(s): There are allowances for the student to be below college level in some area of study. MATH (ACT subscore of <19 acceptable.


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  • ALHS 2312 - Contemporary Issues in Healthcare

    (3)
    This is an issues oriented course that examines the healthcare delivery system in the United States. The course examines the entire continuum of care and uses the construct of a fully integrated systems as a means to evaluate the current system to develop recommendations for further developments. The intent is to identify the key issues confronting healthcare today, examine the causes and develop reasonable solutions to the current set of problems. The student will develop an understanding of the unique interplay of the new and changing health care, technology, work force, research findings, financing, regulations, and personal and professional behaviors, values and assumptions that underlie the current health care system. [F,S] Note(s): Student must be AT COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS to that this course.


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  • ALHS 2314 - Medical Law and Ethics

    (3)
    This course provides an introduction to legal and ethical issues that impact health care professionals. Laws and regulations related to the health care industry such as HIPAA, Patient Bill of Rights, and standard of care are addressed. In addition, ethical and moral issues that health care professionals may encounter are presented. The student will develop an understanding of the unique interplay of the new and changing health care, technology, work force, research, financing, regulation, and personal and professional behaviors, values and assumptions that underline the current health care system. [F,S] Note(s): Student must be AT COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS to take this course.


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  • HS 111 - Introduction to Healthcare Professions

    (3)
    An orientation to the nursing and allied health professions. Topics include the health care system in the United States, health professions involving patient care, and health related professions. Special emphasis is given to the health care programs of study available at Chattanooga State and steps the potential student can take to prepare for program admission. [E] Note(s): College level in reading and writing; no requirement in math.


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  • HS 123 - Introduction to Radiation Oncology

    (3)
    Overview of radiation therapy; medical terminology, ethics and the law, patient care, cancer management, radiation therapy rationale, usage, and physics, and basic machine usage. Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites [F]


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  • HS 172 - Anatomy and Imaging

    (2)
    In-depth study of transverse, longitudinal, sagittal and coronal cross sections of the total body; use of computerized tomography, magnetic resonance, ultrasonography and nuclear medicine images in the localization and follow-up of tumors after radiation treatment. Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites [F]


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