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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.
 

Health Science
  

  • HS 200 - Clinical Education Methodology

    (3)
    Aids instructors or future instructors in allied health and nursing programs to develop knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for effective teaching, supervision, and evaluation of students in clinical settings; focus on presenting real-world experience by providing students the opportunity to design, develop, implement and evaluate instruments and strategies transferable to clinical settings. 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 [on demand]


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  • HS 214 - Radiation Physics 1

    (4)
    Basic classical and modern physics concepts needed for physics involved in radiation therapy; includes math concepts needed for physics principles. 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 [F]


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  • HS 220 - Clinic I

    (7)
    Radiation therapy clinical methodology; develops skills and knowledge in radiation protection and quality assurance, simulation and treatment planning, treatment procedures using multiple megavoltage machines, and patient care and management; clinic hours: 520 in 220 and 230, 450 in 240. 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 223 - Radiation Oncology 1

    (3)
    Concepts of disease, types of growths, causative factors and biologic behavior of neoplastic disease; intro to specific malignant disease entities by site of occurrence; disease processes, staging, and treatment planning philosophy; inter-relating of treatment planning with clinical radiation therapy. 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 [S]


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  • HS 224 - Radiation Physics 2

    (4)
    Basic classical and modern physics concepts needed for physics involved in radiation therapy; includes math concepts needed for physics principles. 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 [S]


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  • HS 230 - Clinic II

    (5)
    Radiation therapy clinical methodology; develops skills and knowledge in radiation protection and quality assurance, simulation and treatment planning, treatment procedures using multiple megavoltage machines, and patient care and management; clinic hours: 520 in 220 and 230, 450 in 240. 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 [S]


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  • HS 233 - Radiation Oncology 2

    (3)
    Concepts of disease, types of growths, causative factors and biologic behavior of neoplastic disease; intro to specific malignant disease entities by site of occurrence; disease processes, staging, and treatment planning philosophy; inter-relating of treatment planning with clinical radiation therapy. 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 [Su]


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  • HS 240 - Clinic 3

    (6)
    Radiation therapy clinical methodology; develops skills and knowledge in radiation protection and quality assurance, simulation and treatment planning, treatment procedures using multiple megavoltage machines, and patient care and management; clinic hours: 520 in 220 and 230, 450 in 240. 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 [Su]


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  • HS 243 - Radiation Biology and Hyperthermia

    (3)
    Intro to medical aspects of radiobiology, including cellular, systemic, and total body responses; somatic and genetic effects of radiation; use of radiobiology in the clinical practice of Radiation Therapy; concept of hyperthermia. 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 [Su]


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  • HS 299 - Special Topics in Allied Health

    (1-3)
    Selected topics of interest in allied health; repeat able for credit on different topics. 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 prerequisitesInstructor’s consent [on demand]


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History
  

  • HIST 1010 - Western Civilization 1

    (3)
    Survey of political, economic, social, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of mankind that has influenced Western Civilization. To 1715. [on demand] Note(s): ►


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  • HIST 1020 - Western Civilization 2

    (3)
    Survey of political, economic, social, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of mankind that has influenced Western Civilization. From 1715. [on demand] Note(s):

    Fulfills a General Education requirement. ► “common”  Tennessee’s public Universal Transfer courses.


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  • HIST 1110 - History of World Civilizations 1

    (3)
    Survey of political, economic, social, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of world civilizations. To 1500. [E] Note(s):

    Fulfills a General Education requirement. ► “common”  Tennessee’s public Universal Transfer courses.


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  • HIST 1120 - History of World Civilizations 2

    (3)
    Survey of political, economic, social, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of world civilizations. From 1500. [E] Note(s): ►


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  • HIST 2010 - United States History 1

    (3)
    Survey of United States history; focus on political, diplomatic, economic, social, cultural and intellectual phases of American life in its regional, national, and international aspects through Reconstruction.  [E] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement. ► “common”  Tennessee’s public Universal Transfer courses.


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  • HIST 2020 - United States History 2

    (3)
    Survey of United States history; focus on political, diplomatic, economic, social, cultural and intellectual phases of American life in its regional, national, and international aspects since 1877. [E] Note(s):

    Fulfills a General Education requirement. ► “common”  Tennessee’s public Universal Transfer courses.


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  • HIST 2030 - Tennessee History

    (3)
    Survey of the state’s history from its beginnings to the present; consideration of its social development, population, economy, political life, and geography. [on demand] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement. ► “common”  Tennessee’s public Universal Transfer courses.


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  • HIST 2050 - Appalachian History: From the 14th Century to the Present

    (3)
    Examines the theme of continuity and change in the Southern and Central Appalachian region from colonial times to present. States included in this study are western Virginia, eastern Kentucky, western North Carolina, eastern Tennessee, northern Georgia, northern Alabama, and southern West Virginia. [F, S]


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  • HIST 2130 - Afro-American History

    (3)
    Study of black people in America from their African origins to the present; highlights and unique nature of the Black Experience in America; the structure, problems, and potential of the Black Community; intro to thoughts and contributions of Black leaders. [on demand]


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  • HIST 2530 - The Holocaust and Jewish Civilization

    (3)
    Chronicles the origins, progression, and culmination of the Holocaust and grapples with questions and issues surrounding this human catastrophe; endeavors to understand the rich European Jewish heritage and civilization virtually destroyed and to analyze the continuing impact of modern racial nationalism in the world today. [on demand]


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  • HIST 2990 - Special Topics in History

    (1-3)
    Specific topics of traditional and current historical interest; includes relevant political and social developments and issues; repeatable for credit on different topics. [on demand]


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Homeland Security
  

  • HMSC 230 - Terrorism and the Law

    (3)
    This course is an in-depth analysis of federal and state law as they pertain to the study of terrorism. Topics include search and seizure issues, privacy laws, the Patriot Act, Constitutional issues with reference to terrorism investigation/prevention, and criminal procedure. [F]


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  • HMSC 240 - Terrorism Prevention

    (3)
    This course provides an overview of the various methods of monitoring for and detection of chemical, biological, and radiological hazards. Related topics include target identification, target protection techniques, and information assimilation and analysis. [F]


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Human Services
  

  • SWRK 130 - Substance Abuse Theories

    (3)
    Social, political, physiological, and behavioral implications of alcohol/drug abuse; theories of drug-alcohol addiction stages, dynamics and nature of psychoactive substances, and theories/methods of substance abuse prevention; focus on family dynamic models, co-dependency, and disease concept. [F, S]


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  • SWRK 135 - Special Topics in Human Services

    (1-3)
    Specific topics of interest in human services and social welfare; repeatable for credit on different topics. [on demand]


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  • SWRK 210 - Methods of Human Service Practice

    (3)
    Multi-disciplinary approach to development of understanding of the roles, treatment modalities, and practice settings in which human services specialists may be involved. Prereq(s): SWRK 2010 [F, S]


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  • SWRK 219 - Family Systems

    (3)
    Examination of interpersonal interaction patterns in functional and dysfunctional families and their problems in contemporary American society; focus on examining emotional and physical abuse, drug addiction, alternative life styles, and changing sex roles. [F, S]


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  • SWRK 220 - Human Services Practicum

    (6)
    Minimum of 200 hours supervised field instruction in social agencies dealing directly with human problems; student applies and demonstrates appropriate mastery of necessary knowledge/skills required for beginning practice; in-class activities include on-campus seminars. Prereq(s): SWRK 2010 Concurrent: SWRK 210. [F, S]


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  • SWRK 235 - Methods of Substance Abuse Treatment

    (3)
    Theory and practice of alcohol and/or drug addiction treatment approaches; focus on understanding of wellness and the whole person, stages of recovery, discharge assessment, and community resources. [on demand]


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  • SWRK 245 - Introduction to Counseling

    (3)
    Comparative analysis of major theoretical approaches to counseling and psychotherapy practice; psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive behavioral, gestalt, transactional analysis, rational-emotive therapy and systems theory. [F, S]


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  • SWRK 2010 - Introduction to Social Work

    (4)
    Intro and orientation to social welfare; focus on professional values/ethics and the diversity of groups served; historical development and present structure; minimum of 45 observation hours and supervised volunteer service in appropriate settings required. [F, S] Note(s): ►


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  • SWRK 2040 - Interviewing Skills

    (4)
    Intro to social and psychological concepts and techniques of therapeutic communication, including individual and group process dynamics. Practice in interviewing skills, active listening, reflective techniques, and establishing therapeutic relationships in both individual and group settings through the use of humanistic psychology. Concurrent: SWRK 2010. [F, S] Note(s): ►


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Humanities
  

  • HUM 1010 - Humanities to 1600

    (3)
    Historical approach to pivotal ideas, systems of thought, and creations of the Western world (e.g., music, drama, painting, sculpture, architecture, and literature) as reflections of the culture that produced them. From antiquity to 1600 A.D. [E] Note(s):  Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • HUM 1020 - Humanities since 1600

    (3)
    Historical approach to pivotal ideas, systems of thought, and creations of the Western world (e.g., music, drama, painting, sculpture, architecture, and literature) as reflections of the culture that produced them. From 1600 to present. [F, S] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • HUM 2130 - Mythology

    (3)
    Cross-cultural survey of the creation, hero, and fertility myths of diverse cultures including Middle Eastern, European, African, Asian, and North and South American; study of Classical Greek Mythology. [F, S] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • HUM 2990 - Special Topics in Humanities

    (3)
    Specific topics of traditional and current relevance in Humanities disciplines; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010 [on demand]


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Industrial Electricity
  

  • IE 000 - Industrial Electricity

    1st Semesterr:

    Basic electricity, National Electric Code, AC/DC motors, generators, alternators, symbols, line diagrams, hands-on experience in residential wiring and conduit bending, electrical safety, test equipment, electrical lighting, cable tray; 30 clock hours/week.

    2nd Semester:

    National Electric Code, line diagrams, hands-on experience in residential wiring and conduit bending, conductor terminations, grounding, circuit breakers, control systems, hazardous locations distribution equipment, transformers, voice data and video, health care facilities, emergency systems; 30 clock hours/week.

    3rd Semester:

    National Electric Code, programmable logic controllers, line diagrams, manual contractors and manual motor starters; basic electronic theory, fire alarm systems, heat tracing and freeze protection advance motor controls; 30 clock hours/week.

      [E]


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Industrial Electronics
  

  • ER 000 - Industrial Electronics

    1st Semester:

    The student will be trained in construction materials and methods, conduit bending, electrical safety, electrical test equipment, electrical blueprints, voice and data systems, codes and standards, direct current theory, alternatins current theory; 30 clock hours/week. [E]

    2nd Semester:

    The student will be trained electrical safety, electrical blueprints, codes and standards and, buses and networks, fiber optics, video systems, wireless communication, semiconductors and integrates circuits, rack assembly and media management systems; 30 clock hours/week. [E]

    3rd Semester:

    The student will be trained in electrical safety, codes and standards, fire alarm systems, intrusion detection systems, media management systems, maintenance and repair, audio and video systems, broadband systems, media management, residential and commercial building networks, and motor control concepts; 30 clock hours/week. [E]


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Industrial Maintenance Technology
  

  • IU 000 - Industrial Maintenance Technology

    1st Semester

    Core Curriculum introductory Craft Skills; Basic Safety; Math (Lab); Intro to Hand Tools, Intro to Power Tools, Intro to Drawings, Basic Rigging, Basic Communication Skills, Basic Employability Skills, Introduction to Materials Handling.

    Level One: Orientation to the Trade, Tools of the Trade, Fasteners and Anchors, Oxyfuel Cutting/Welding, Gaskets and Packing, Pumps and Drives, Valves, Intro to Test Instruments, Material Handling and Hand Rigging, Mobile Support Equipment, Lubrication, electrical/mechanical drawings Industrial Safety and E&I Techs; Intro to the National Electrical Code; Electrical Theory, Alternating Current, E&I Equipment; 30 clock hours/week.

    2nd Semester:

    Level Two: Flow, Pressure, Level, and Temperature; Hand Bending; Clean, Purge, and Test Tubing, and Pipe Systems; Instrument Drawings and Documents part one; Conductors and Cables; Conductors Terminations and Splices.

    Level Three: Hazardous Locations, Electronic Components, E&I Drawings, Motor Controls, Distribution Equipment, Transformer Applications, Conductor Selection and Calculations, Layout and installation of Tubing and Piping Systems.

    3rd Semester:

    Level Three: Hydraulic Controls, Pneumatic Controls, and Motor-Operated Valves, Programmable Logic Controls, Precision Measuring Tools, Installing Bearings, Installing Couplings, Setting Base plates and pre-alignment, Conventional Alignment, Installing Belt and Chain Drives, Installing Mechanical Seals.

    Level Four: Preventive and Predictive Maintenance, Compressors and Pneumatic Systems, Reverse Alignment, Laser Alignment, Troubleshooting and Repairing Pumps, Troubleshooting and Repairing Gearboxes. [E] Note(s): Students register for IU 000 each term until all competencies are mastered.


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Information Systems
  

  • CISP 104 - Fundamentals of Information Systems

    (3)
    Overview of the information systems discipline; base number systems, computer, data, and file organization, career opportunities, and current technology concepts. [E]


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  • CISP 124 - Visual BASIC 1

    (3)
    Intro to the concepts of computer program design through the Visual BASIC language. Use of controls, forms, code modules, functions and procedures to create Windows applications. [F, S]


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  • CISP 126 - SAS Programming 1

    (3)
    Planning and writing programs to solve common data analysis problems. Practice with running and debugging programs. Emphasis on reading input data, creating list and summary reports, defining new variables, executing code conditionally, reading raw data files and data sets and writing results to data sets. [F,S]


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  • CISP 130 - Introduction to Cloud Computing

    (3)
    Cloud computing is a general term for anything that involves delivering hosted services over the Internet. These services are broadly divided into three categories: Infrastructure-as-a-Service (laaS), Platform-as-a-Services (PaaS) and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). This course will discuss all three categories and their current popular implementations. Emphasis will be given to the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) category. This will be done through hands on exercises involving two of the most popular SaaS services-Google’s Google Apps and Microsoft’s Office Web Apps. Students will compare and contrast the collaboration and sharing features of these two lading Cloud Services. [F]


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  • CISP 136 - SAS Programming 2

    (3)
    This course teaches how to prepare data for analysis and compare manipulation techniques and resource cost benefits in order to choose the most appropriate technique for a particular data situation. Also teaches how to process SAS data using Structured Query Language (SQL) and how to use the components of the SAS macro facility to design, write, and debug macro systems that are reusable and dynamic. Prereq(s): CISP 126 [F]


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  • CISP 152 - Introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver

    (3)
    This course covers the fundamental concepts of Adobe Dreamweaver with a strong emphasis on design. In this course students will learn all the basic functions of Dreamweaver, from developing a complete Web site to fully understanding how to get Web sites up and running on the Web. [S] Note(s): College level reading and writing; no math requirement.


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  • CISP 157 - Intro to Computer Animation

    (3)
    An introduction to Computer Animation in all its facets. Lectures include the history of animation, games, film and art and how these things intertwine. Also a basic introduction to 3D tools used for the creation of assets and animation on the computer. [F]


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  • CISP 158 - Game Scripting

    (3)
    This course introduces students to scripting languages used in the video game development industry. Students will learn the basic constructs of a scripting language and demonstrate their ability to use it in a meaningful way with projects. Also explored in this course ties between scripting languages and other languages such as C/C++. Prereq(s): CISP 185 [F]


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  • CISP 165 - PHP Scripting and MySQL

    (3)
    An introduction to Web Page development using the PHP programming language and MySQL database. The student will use HTML, CSS, PHP scripting and database techniques to design, implement and test dynamic web pages. Prereq(s): CISP 1010 [S]


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  • CISP 178 - Fundamentals of UNIX

    (3)
    Overview UNIX system administration; booting and shutting down, root account, controlling processes, file system organization, drivers and the kernel, networking, security, daemons, and other UNIX concepts. Prereq(s): CISP 276 [on demand]


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  • CISP 179 - Linux Operating System Concepts

    (3)
    This course provides an introduction to basic concepts of the Linux operating system, including installation of Linux, directory structure, file system, use of basic commands utilizing both a command-line interface and a graphical interface, system administration, troubleshooting and performance monitoring, networking and security. This course is designed to assist students in preparing for the Comp TIA Linux+certification exam. [F]


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  • CISP 185 - C++ Language 1

    (3)
    Intro to computer program design concepts and development using the C++ programming language; orientation towards syntax, usage, modularity of program design, and development of program libraries; credit not allowed for both CS-185 and EG-225. Prereq(s): CISP 1010 [S]


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  • CISP 198 - Database Software Applications

    (3)
    Designed for students who have been introduced to microcomputer use and operation, have basic knowledge of Windows environment, and wish to learn to use commercial database software package. [F, S]


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  • CISP 204 - Microcomputer Architecture

    (3)
    Provides background for using the microcomputer as a business tool; microcomputer basics with focus on hardware components and configurations, security, and networking. [S]


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  • CISP 205 - Computer Networks

    (3)
    Basic data communications and networks; data communication concepts, standards, local area networks OSI model, and network hardware and software. [F]


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  • CISP 215 - Local Area Network Management

    (3)
    Management of computer local area networks; server and workstation installation, network performance management, managing client services, print services, and security. Prereq(s): CISP 205 [on demand]


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  • CISP 225 - Visual BASIC 2

    (3)
    Advanced features: file processing, data access, and communicating with other Windows applications, including object linking and embedding. Prereq(s): CISP 124 [F]


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  • CISP 236 - Windows Programming

    (3)
    Windows Programming covers some of the most common Windows interfaces encountered in game design, including an introduction to the Windows AI and .NET Framework. This course includes in-depth discussion and practical hands-on experience using dialog boxes. Windows common controls; the Win32 GDI, dynamic link libraries, multitasking, event handling, resources management, and input/output. Prereq(s): CISP 185 [F]


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  • CISP 237 - Graphics Programming

    (3)
    Graphics Programming covers some of the most common game related graphics library for PCs and the Xbox using DirectX. This course includes in-depth discussion and practical hands-on experience using graphics techniques that center around shaders, using the free Microsoft  XNA environment. Mention is made of OpenGL as well, as it is a multi-platform competitor of DirectX, though course content focuses on DirectX. Prereq(s): CISP 285, CISP 236, CISP 158 [S]


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  • CISP 238 - 3D Tools Programming

    (3)
    3D Tools Programming focuses on the scripting and programming requited within and around the 3D tools used for modeling and animation, from the creation of tool scripts to the seamless introduction of 3D objects into a game engine. Students are also introduced to the 3D themselves and given basic instruction on their use, a crucial element for game developers that set them apart from other programming disciplines. Prereq(s): CISP 237 [S]


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  • CISP 244 - Systems Analysis and Design

    (3)
    Integration of manual and data processing techniques applied to business and science; complex application areas studied with view toward development and analysis of systems and procedural improvements; focus on case study approach. Prereq(s): CISP 196 [S]


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  • CISP 249 - Topics in Computer Applications

    (3)
    Specialized topics and/or problems in computer data processing studied in detail; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [on demand]


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  • CISP 250 - Introduction to Active Server Pages

    (3)
    An introduction to Active Server Pages technology, client-side and server-side scripting using ASP.NET in a Visual Studio environment. Prereq(s): CISP 225 or CISP 1020 or CISP 285 [S]


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  • CISP 252 - Game Programming in Flash ActionScript

    (3)
    This course covers Flash programming in ActionScript 3.0 and how to build a basic game framework with ActionScript. The student will create a variety of ActionScript games, including animation-based games, games based on direction and movement, action games, game worlds, and more. Prereq(s): CISP 151, CISP 185 OR permission of instructor [F,S]


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  • CISP 260 - Mobile App Development

    (3)
    This course introduces content development for mobile electronic devices with a  focus on game applications. Emphasis is placed on developing content and creating applications for mobile devices, including internet/business practices and techniques for delivery on mobile platforms. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a basic mobile game app. Prereq(s): CISP 1010 [S]


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  • CISP 262 - Java for the Web

    (3)
    A study of the Java programming language to design advanced graphical user interfaces and Web-enabled applications. Topics include JavaBeans, internationalization, Java GUI design, APIs and advanced Java database prgramming. Java Servlets, JavaServer Pages and JavaServer Faces. Prereq(s): CISP 1020, CISP 150 [F]


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  • CISP 276 - Operating Systems

    (3)
    Basic operating systems principles and operating systems internals. The hardware/ software interface, user interface, file systems, resource management, process management, memory management, network operating systems concepts. Detailed coverage of current operating systems, such as, Windows and UNIX. Concurrent: CISP 1020 or 2 programming classes. [S]


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  • CISP 285 - C++ Programming 2

    (3)
    Covers object-oriented design, design and implementation of C++ classes, inheritance, C++ pointers and dynamic memory, recursion, linked lists, and data structures - stacks and queues. Prereq(s): CISP 185; or instructor’s consent [F]


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  • CISP 286 - Database Design

    (3)
    Database design concepts, including normalization, design methods, and DBMS functions will be covered, culminating in a database design project. Students will be introduced to database administration, data warehouses, data mining and database security, privacy and ethics. Prereq(s): CISP 196 [F]


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  • CISP 291 - Game Programming Capstone

    (3)
    The Game Programming Capstone/Portfolio course has students creating their own prototype game using techniques and procedures developed through the program. Programmers will design rules, modify graphics engines, and manipulate game and graphics parameters to create a functional and unique computer game. They will do this in conjunction with the Game Art Capstone/Portfolio students who will provide the art content for the game, which will foster team building, an essential skill in the game development industry. This is a predominantly hands-on-self-paced lab course. Concurrent: CISP 237 [S]


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  • CISP 296 - Principles of Database Management Systems

    (3)
    Basic concepts of database management systems (DBMS); terminology, types of systems, large and small system implementation, report generators, and user interface. Prereq(s): CISP 124 [F]


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  • CISP 299 - Special Projects

    (3)
    Integrates concepts and skills learned in previous programming courses; focus on solutions to typical problems encountered in business; case studies in systems and programming; repeatable for credit with different programming languages. Prereq(s): Any two of CISP 1020, CISP 225, CISP 285 [S]


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  • CISP 1010 - Computer Science 1

    (3)
    The first of a two-semester sequence using a high-level programming language; covers language constructs and simple data structures such as arrays and strings. This course includes an introduction to object-oriented programming concepts with an emphasis on problem solving using the language and principles of structured software development. [F,S] Note(s): ►


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  • CISP 1020 - Computer Science 2

    (3)
    The second semester of a two-semester sequence using a high-level programming language. Topics include more advanced object-oriented programming techniques such as records, recursion, pointers, stacks and queues, linked lists, trees, and sorting and searching. Prereq(s): CISP 1010 [F,S] Note(s): ►


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  • INFS 1010 - Computer Applications

    (3)
    Information about the nature of a computer applied to the roles that computers play in society; intro to the use and operation of microcomputers and commercial applications software packages; basic components of a computer, computer applications, data processing careers, electronic spreadsheets, databases, intro to word processing, and issues in computing. [E] Note(s): There are allowances for the student to be below college level in some areas of study; English (ACT subscore of <18 acceptable); Math (ACT subscore of <19 acceptable).


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Insurance
  

  • IS 107 - Principles of Life and Health Insurance

    (3)
    Intro to the principles, practices, and techniques of life and health insurance. [on demand]


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Interdisciplinary Studies
  

  • IY 100 - Student Government Leadership

    (2)
    Promotes development of appropriate leadership skills; focus on identifying, nurturing and mentoring students as they grow to become effective leaders; parliamentary process and the basic principles of arbitration, compromise, conflict resolution, effective communication, motivation and team building. [F, S]


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Job Skills Development
  

  • JS 100 - Job Search Skills

    (1)
    Production of a job search portfolio: application, resume, cover letter, and attachments; ability to identify current skills and strengths to find employment related to student’s area of study. Development of professional interview skills and job search strategies; opportunities to network with local professionals; prepares students for Chattanooga State’s co-op opportunities. Satisfactory/No Credit Grading. [F, S]


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  • JS 101 - Career and Life Planning

    (3)
    Assists students to develop awareness of personal choice in making career and life decisions; focus on developing realistic short and long term career goals through personality, abilities and skills assessments; job market trends explored in relation to need for continual training and retraining. Satisfactory/No Credit Grading. [F, S]


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Learning Support Math
  

  • MATH 0030 - Learning Support for MATH 1030

    (3)
    Whole Numbers, Fractions, Decimals, Percent, Formulas, Algebraic Expressions and Polynomials, Properties of Exponents, Solving Linear Equations and Inequalities, Graphing Linear Equations, Probability and Statistics, Basic Factoring. Prereq(s): ACT or Compass placement, College Level Reading. Coreq(s): MATH 1030 [F,S]


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  • MATH 0530 - Learning Support for MATH 1530

    (3)
    Whole Numbers, Fraction, Decimals, Percentages, Formulas, Algebraic Expressions and Polynomials, Properties of Exponents, Solving Linear Equations, Graphing Linear Equations, Probability and Statistics. Coreq(s): MATH 1530 Introductory Statistics. [F,S] Note(s): There are allowances for the student to be BELOW COLLEGE LEVEL in some area of study.


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Landscaping and Turf Management
  

  • LM 000 - Landscaping and Turf Management

    Landscape management; plant and soil science; pest and insect identification and management; selection and safe application of pesticides and fertilizer; landscape design and residential turf management; cost calculation and bid preparation; greenhouse and nursery production and management; interiorscaping; computer assisted landscape drafting and design; 30 clock hours/week. [E]


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Machine Tool Technology
  

  • MT 000 - Machine Tool Technology

    Machine shop safety; basic hand tools and precision instruments; lathes, milling machines, and grinders; basic stamping die components principles and construction; focus on precision grinding; CNC technology; blueprint reading focusing on skills needed to interpret shop drawings; 30 clock hours/week. [E]


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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  

  • MRIT 2000 - MRI Anatomy & Pathology

    (4)
    This course provides an introduction to sectional anatomy and pathologic processes encountered in magnetic resonance imaging. An overview of major body systems will be presented as applies to MRI clinical imaging interpretation and various patient populations. In addition, pathologic processes will be discussed. Prereq(s): Graduate of CAHEA/JRCERT accredited Radiologic Technology Program and/or an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program certified or eligible for certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or CNMT. [F]


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  • MRIT 2200 - MRI Physics and Procedures

    (4)
    This course introduces the basic concepts of physics and equipment operation encountered in magnetic resonance imaging. An overview of instrumentation, safety, contrast agents, and imaging sequences will be presented in addition, common MRI exam protocols will be discussed. Prereq(s): admission to MRI certificate program. [F]


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  • MRIT 2300 - Magnetic Resonance Imaging Clinical

    (8)
    This course provides an introduction to the MRI clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on clinical practice, protocols, patient care, and application of didactic concepts in the MRI imaging environment. Contact hours, 16. Prereq(s): Admission to MRI Certificate Program.


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Mammography

A 3-course set in specialized imaging of the breast; complete set fulfills federal regulations for formal specialized training in mammo graphy prior to independent mammography performance. All 3 courses must be taken together. Prereq: Graduate of CAHEA/JRCERT accredited Radiologic Technology Program and certified or eligible for certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
  

  • MMGY 2410 - Mammography Patient Management

    (4)
    This course is one of a three course set in specialized imaging of the breast. The complete sequence Provides fulfillment of federal regulations for formal specialized training in mammography prior to independent mammography performance. Topics include patient care (psychological, sociological and physical), breast anatomy and physiology. breast pathology, breast compression and positioning and special procedures in mammography. Coreq(s): MY 220, MY 230 [F]


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  • MMGY 2420 - Mammography Instrumentation/ Physics

    (4)
    This course is one of a three course set in specialized imaging of the breast. The complete set provides fulfillment of federal regulations for formal specialized training in mammography prior to independent mammography performance. Topics include characteristics of a dedicated film screen mammography unit, image receptors and physicist’s/technologist’suired quality control tests. Laboratory experiments are used to demonstrate clinical applications of the theoretical principles and concepts. Coreq(s): MY 210, MY 230 [F]


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  • MMGY 2830 - Mammography Clinic

    (8)
    This course is one of a three-course set in specialized imaging of the breast. The complete set provides fulfillment of federal regulations for formal specialized training in mammography prior to independent mammography performance. This course provides supervised performance of a minimum of 100 mammography exams and film- reporting sessions with radiologists interpreting mammograms; observation and assistance in quality assurance tests and localization procedures; clinic 140 hours in an FDA approved mammography facility in student’s geographic area. Prereq(s): Completion of positioning course work in MY 210 according to standards set for the course. Coreq(s): MY 210, MY 220 [F]


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Masonry
  

  • MB 000 - Masonry

    This program is designed to provide students with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities in the safe and efficient performance of the residential masonry and concrete profession. Training will be competency based in accordance with the national center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) curriculum and local Masonry/Concrete code(s). Training will consist of a specified common core and required competencies according to curricula. Training will include hands-on instruction and will require students to demonstrate learning outcomes through performance orientated evaluations. 1290 clock hours.


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Mass Communications
  

  • COMM 205 - Radio and Television News Writing and Editing

    (3)
    Practice and study of preparing news for radio and television broadcasting. Prereq(s): COMM-1010, ENGL-1010, keyboarding skills [F, S]


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  • COMM 210 - Communications Practicum

    (3)
    Classroom and supervised lab work in the communications industry; field operating procedures, business operations, and project development Prereq(s): COMM 1010 [F, S]


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  • COMM 219 - Communications Internship

    (3)
    Field experience in a professional placement within the communications industry with supervision by College faculty and cooperating professional organizations; written reports relating to the field experience. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [F, S]


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  • COMM 231 - Media Writing 2

    (3)
    Researching, structuring, writing, and evaluating new stories, and practice in writing for public relations and advertising. Theoretical perspectives of news and other media information, comparisons among the media. Prereq(s): COMM 1020 [F, S]


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  • COMM 232 - Public Relations

    (3)
    Introduces strategic issues and effective practices of communication between organizations and their constituencies. Includes the study of public opinion research, media relations, public communication campaigns, consumer identity, and representational ethics. Students gain practical experience in writing news releases, conducting surveys, and designing integrated campaigns. Prereq(s): ENGL 1010 [S]


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  • COMM 240 - Sports Broadcasting

    (3)
    Techniques and methods used by Radio- TV news and sports broadcasters; focus on reporting, writing, management of resources and on-camera presentation. [on demand]


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  • COMM 241 - Non-linear Video Editing

    (3)
    Master and employ advanced electronic video editing skills by completing various editing assignments utilizing a variety of linear and non-linear editing technologies and techniques. Prereq(s): COMM 1010 [F]


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  • COMM 249 - Special Topics Modern Journalism

    (3)
    Specialized topics in the field of mass communications; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent [on demand]


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  • COMM 260 - Social Media

    (3)
    Techniques and strategies used in social media communications with an emphasis on online public relations. Concurrent: ENGL 1010 [F,S]


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  • COMM 281 - Media Management

    (3)
    This course deals with various media management functions, models, and operations. Topics will include advertising planning, media, strategy, creative execution, consumer behavior, campaign management, and the role of advertising agencies and governmental regulations. Prereq(s): COMM 1010, ENGL 1010 [S]


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  • COMM 282 - Media Law

    (3)
    This course examines the origin and development of legal principles affecting freedom of expression; examines legal guarantees and restrictions on the flow of information using a case study method; examines provision(s) of laws of libel, slander, copyright, privacy, fair use, information gathering, free press, fair trial and other statutes limiting publishing and broadcasting. Prereq(s): COMM 1010, ENGL 1010 [S]


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