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2018-2019 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.
 

Office Administration
  

  • ADMN 2305 - Desktop Publishing

    (3)
    This introduction to Desktop Publishing acquaints the student with the desktop publishing capabilities of a word processing program. Students are given the opportunity to develop competence in creating, designing, and formatting business documents. Prereq(s): INFS 1010 [F, S]


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  • ADMN 2308 - Administrative Office Management

    (3)
    This course is a study of practices and procedures of current office concepts including travel arrangement, itinerary planning and conference arrangements. The course will also include supervision of office personnel and labor management relations. Prereq(s): INFS 1010 [F] Note(s): Student must be AT COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS to take this course.


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  • ADMN 2330 - Database Applications

    (3)
    A course designed to expand the student’s skill with database applications used by an administrative professional. [S] Note(s): There are allowances for the student to be BELOW COLLEGE LEVEL in some area of study.


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  • ADMN 2395 - APT Internship

    (3)

    The internship course requires students to apply critical thinking, problem-solving, and communications skills to a real or simulated business environment.

      Concurrent: ADMN 1325 Integrated Office Applications [S] Note(s): Student must be AT COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS to take this course.


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Paralegal Studies
  

  • LEGL 1300 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies and Ethics

    (3)
    An introduction to the work performed by paralegals, regulation of the profession, legal and paralegal ethics, structure of the court systems and survey of substantive areas of law. [F, S] Note(s): There are ALLOWANCES FOR THE STUDENT TO BE BELOW COLLEGE LEVEL IN MATH ONLY.


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  • LEGL 1301 - Legal Ethics and Professionalism

    (3)
    Students study the Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct, the unauthorized practice of law, confidentiality, and the various roles a paralegal plays in a law office. Concurrent: LEGL 1300 [F,S]


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  • LEGL 1303 - Office for Paralegals

    (3)
    Provide Paralegal Studies students with office and administrative skills unique to the Paralegal profession. The rational for this  is the Common Course Library for Paralegal Studies. Prereq(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320. [F,S] Note(s): Student must be AT COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS to take this course.


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  • LEGL 1306 - Law Practice Management

    (3)
    Survey of law office management techniques and practices; business aspects of law offices, including management concepts, chain of command, record keeping, billing procedures, and other technical technology aspects. Concurrent: DSPM 0850 [S]


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  • LEGL 1315 - Technology in the Law Office

    (3)
    An introduction to computer hardware and software applications commonly used in the law office. Prereq(s): LEGL 1300, LEGL 1320 Coreq(s): LEGL 1330 {F, S} Note(s): Total Contact Hours Per Week:3


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  • LEGL 1320 - Legal Research

    (3)
    An introduction to principles of legal research including traditional and online resources. Concurrent: ENGL 1010 and LEGL 1300 [F, S]


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  • LEGL 1330 - Legal Writing

    (3)
    An introduction to skills necessary to create written documents used in the legal workplace. Prereq(s): LEGL 1320 [S]


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  • LEGL 1335 - Constitutional Law

    (3)
    This course covers the development of fundamental principles in constitutional law. Course material covered includes judicial review, the Bill of Rights, and the powers of the Supreme Court and the President. [S]


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  • LEGL 1340 - Family Law

    (3)
    An introduction to the substantive and procedural laws in family law with emphasis on paralegal tasks. Concurrent: LEGL 1300 [F]


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  • LEGL 1350 - Torts

    (3)
    An introduction to state and federal law applicable to civil injury and property damage. Concurrent: LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 [S]


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  • LEGL 1355 - Insurance Law

    (3)
    This course will cover policy analysis, coverage, insurable interest, automobile, property and life insurance, and regulation. [F]


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  • LEGL 1360 - Criminal Law

    (3)
    Criminal law and rules of procedure; Tennessee law; specific crimes, their elements, ethical considerations, and drafting. Concurrent: LEGL 1300 [S]


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  • LEGL 1370 - Trusts and Estates

    (3)
    An introduction to estate planning and administration and the paralegal’s role in the probate area.  [S]


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  • LEGL 2300 - Special Topics in Paralegal Study

    (1-3)
    Study and discussion of a selected topic in law. Content will vary. May be repeated with program director’s consent. [on demand]


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  • LEGL 2322 - Administrative Law

    (3)
     A study of the issues involving proceedings by administrative agencies with an emphasis on the role of the paralegal. Topics include administrative agencies, administrative procedure, and appeals from administrative decisions. [F]


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  • LEGL 2330 - Contract Law

    (3)
    An introduction to the substantive area of contract law and the Uniform Commercial Code, with emphasis on drafting and analyzing different types of documents related to contracts. Concurrent: LEGL 1300 [F]


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  • LEGL 2340 - Property Law

    (3)
    Study of real estate law including estates in land, concurrent ownership, and transactions involving the sale and lease of real property. Emphasis placed on information gathering title search, and preparation of documents used in basic real estate transactions, file management, and real estate closings. [F]


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  • LEGL 2350 - Bankruptcy and Creditor Rights

    (3)
    An introduction to bankruptcy procedures with emphasis on paralegal tasks. [S]


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  • LEGL 2355 - Immigration Law

    3
    This course addresses the area of immigration law and procedure in the United States. Materials focus on statutory and regulatory aspects of the immigration process. In addition, students review and prepare documents involved in the immigration process. Prereq(s): LEGL 1300 [on demand]


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  • LEGL 2370 - e-Discovery

    (3)
    e-Discovery addresses the application of technology by paralegals within all types of legal organizations. The course covers all types of technology applicable to legal practice but places special emphasis on legal case management software (CaseMap, HotDocs, Summation, TimeMap, and Trial Director). Topics covered include electronic filing, electronic discovery, litigation support software, case management software and docket control software. Prereq(s): LEGL 1320, LEGL 2380 Concurrent: LEGL 1350 [F,S]


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  • LEGL 2380 - Civil Litigation Skills 1

    (3)
    An introduction to civil litigation and practices in federal and state courts and practical law office skills. Concurrent: LEGL 1320 [F,S]


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  • LEGL 2385 - Civil Litigation 2

    (3)
    A project-oriented course designed for students to draft pleadings and legal documents in conformity with state and federal rules of procedure as well as local, state and federal court rules. Concurrent: LEGL 1303, LEGL 1330 {S} Note(s): Total Contact Hours Per Week:3


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  • LEGL 2385 - Civil Litigation Skills 2

    (3)
    A project-oriented course designed for students to draft pleadings and legal documents in conformity with state and federal rules of procedure as well as local, state and federal court rules.    Prereq(s): LEGL 2380 Concurrent: LEGL 1315, LEGL 1330 Note(s): Entry Level Standards: College level Reading, Writing.


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  • LEGL 2390 - Legal Internship

    (3)
    Supervised practical experience in a legal environment in which the student is assigned definite paralegal tasks and responsibilities. Classroom instruction is arranged to support the field experience. Prereq(s): Program Director’s consent. [E]


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Pharmacy Technician
  

  • PC 101 - Introduction to Pharmacy Practice

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


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  • PC 105 - Pharmacy Law and Ethics

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


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  • PC 107 - Pharmacology and Therapeutics 1

    (4)
    A course that provides a practical knowledge of the general therapeutic classes of drugs and their interactions with the human body. Emphasis on drug classifications, dosages and routes of administration as well as some of the major side effects of medications. Prereq(s): DSPM 0800, DSPW 0800, DSPR 0800 [F]


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  • PC 110 - Pharmaceutical Calculations

    (4)
    Basic math computations with Roman numerals; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers and fractions; pharmacy measurement systems (metric, apothecary, and avoirdupois); interpretation of numeric symbols and Latin abbreviations; medical terms, symbols, and abbreviations used in pharmacy practice. [S]


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  • PC 115 - Introduction to Human Biology

    (4)
    Structure and function of the human body; focus on cells, tissues, and circulatory, respiratory, digestive, nervous, cardiovascular, endocrine, and reproductive systems; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. [F] Note(s): Credit will not be allowed for both PC 115 and BIOL 1060.


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  • PC 201 - Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2

    (4)
    A course that provides a practical knowledge of the general therapeutic classes of drugs and their interactions with the human body. Emphasis on drug classifications, dosages and routes of administration as well as some of the major side effects of medication. Prereq(s): PC 101, PC 115, PC 107 [S]


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  • PC 205 - Pharmacy Practice

    (5)
    Review of prescriptions for accuracy; gathering patient information; entering information into data processing; preparing labels; counting, measuring, or admixing of drug products; pricing and third party billing, and maintaining records; ordering, stocking, returning drug products, medication distribution and control, and compounding with a heavy focus on sterile products and IV admixture; class 3 hours, lab 5 hours. Coreq(s): PC-110 [S]


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  • PHRX 2100 - Pharmacy Practice Clinical Rotations

    (5)
    Clinical experience in local institutional and community pharmacies to observe and practice basic pharmacy practice skills learned in class and through lab participation; students under supervision of a registered pharmacist; seminar 2 hours, clinical experience 24 hours. Prereq(s): PC-110, 201, 205 [Su]


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Philosophy
  

  • PHIL 1030 - Introduction to Philosophy

    (3)
    An introduction to life’s fundamental questions. Addresses issues pertaining to rationality, value, knowledge, and reality. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010 [E] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement ►”common” Tennessee Public University Transfer Course.


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  • PHIL 1040 - Introduction to Ethics

    (3)
    A study of the challenges faced by traditional morality, the major ethical theories, and moral dimensions of specific issues. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010 [F, S] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • PHIL 1130 - Critical Thinking

    (3)
    An introduction to practical reasoning and how to think critically. [S]


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  • PHIL 2130 - Formal Logic

    (3)
    An introduction to formal deductive logic: syllogistic, modal, propositional, and predicate arguments. [F]


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  • PHIL 2430 - Philosophy of Religion

    (3)
    Philosophical examination of religion; issues include the existence and nature of God, relationship between faith and reason, and challenges to religious belief. Prereq(s): ENGL-1010 [on demand]


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  • PHIL 2990 - Special Topics in Philosophy

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


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Physical Education (General Courses)
  

  • PE 154 - First Aid and Safety Education

    (3)
    Basic accident prevention principles applied to the home, school, and community; administering immediate and temporary care in the event of injury or sudden illness, focus on cardio-pulmonary resuscitation; may lead to CPR certification. [E]


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  • PE 170 - Introduction to Coaching

    (3)
    The course offers an overview of coaching with a focus on practical skills, planning, strategies, motivation, communication styles, responsibilities, and challenges. [F,S]


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  • PE 201 - Fitness Instructor Training

    (3)
    Concepts and techniques for designing and practice in teaching all components of a safe and effective group exercise class. [F/S]


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  • PE 203 - Introduction to Exercise Science

    (3)
    This course offers an overview of the structure and function of the human body as it relates to exercise science, including metabolism, hormonal and neural control of skeletal muscle, as well as the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Principles of exercise training along with acute and chronic adaptations to exercise training will be presented in detail. Digestive, urinary, integumentary, and reproductive systems will be presented in less detail. [S]


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  • PE 209 - Individual and Team Sports

    (3)
    Teaching techniques of individual and team sports. [S]


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  • PE 210 - Introduction to Physical Education

    (3)
    Role of physical activity in American education; historical, political, economic, and social forces affecting physical education and society. [F]


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  • PE 211 - Personal and Community Health

    (3)
    Significant information useful in making intelligent decisions about personal health; focus on personal, family, social living, and community health. [S]


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  • PE 220 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

    (3)
    Prevention, analysis, prompt diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of common athletic injuries; focus on practical aspects of athletic training within a theoretical framework; lab experiences significant part of course. [F]


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  • PE 230 - The Science of Fitness and Wellness

    (3)
    Developing personal responsibility for optimal well being; encompassing health concerns and risk factors, lifestyle behaviors and preventive health measures. This course may not be substituted for a physical education activity class. [F, S] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • PE 235 - Special Topics in Wellness and Health Promotion

    (1-3)
    Specific topics of interest in wellness and health pro motion fields; repeatable for credit on different topics.


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Physical Education (Activity Courses)

Physical Education Activity courses meet 2 hours per week for each semester hour of credit. To encourage students to develop and maintain an active, healthy lifestyle, designated Physical Education Activity Courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 6 hours (in any combination) may be applied toward a degree. Each course has a maximum limit as well (see course description).

Adaptive Physical Education

Students with Adaptive Physical Education needs may enroll in any of a number of regular Physical Education activity classes. These classes routinely begin with evaluation of each student’s physical profile and establish a personalized training or conditioning program based on the individual’s needs. A wide range of adaptations may be implemented, limited by considerations of the student’s personal safety and abilities and reasonable and appropriate use of the College’s equipment and facilities.
  

  • PHED 1010 - Cardio Conditioning

    (1)
    A course offering basic instruction in a variety of cardiovascular conditioning exercises. Repeatable for credit. A maximum of two hours may be applied toward a degree. [E]


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  • PHED 1020 - Step Aerobics

    (2)
    Repeatable; maximum of 4 hours applicable toward a degree. [on demand]


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  • PHED 1030 - Aerobic Kickboxing

    (1)
    Repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [S]


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  • PHED 1040 - Indoor Cycling

    (1)
    Basic instruction and practice of indoor cycling on a stationary bike; repeatable, maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1080 - Introduction to Pilates

    (1)
    A class emphasizing mat exercise that increases muscular strength, tone and flexibility. Repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1085 - Zumba

    1
    Zumba - a Latin dance style cardio workout. Repeatable; maximum of two hours applicable toward a degree. [F,S]


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  • PHED 1090 - Introduction to Yoga

    (1)
    Repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1095 - Power Yoga

    (1)
    Practice in an intense form of yoga; repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1100 - Weight Loss Management

    (1)
    Class will cover the major components of weight loss management through nutrition and physical well being. Repeatable; maximum of 4 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1110 - Concepts of Wellness

    (1)
    Concepts, understandings, and values of activity as applied to optimal living through wellness; lab in motor activity. [E]


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  • PHED 1120 - Strength and Conditioning

    (1)
    Intro to weight training and conditioning; repeatable; maximum of 4 hours applicable toward a degree. [E]


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  • PHED 1130 - Fitness for Living

    (2)
    Encompasses strength training, body contouring and toning, aerobic conditioning, and flexibility. Each student’s current status will be assessed and progress monitored. Repeatable; maximum of 4 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1140 - Walking for Fitness

    (2)
    A course designed to improve each student’s level of cardiovascular fitness without the possible risks sometimes associated with higher intensity exercise. The Rockport Fitness Walking Test will be utilized in order to design individualized walking programs based on existing levels of cardiovascular fitness. Repeatable; maximum of 4 hours applicable toward a degree. [E]


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  • PHED 1150 - Circuit Resistance Training

    (1)
    Basic instruction and practice in the fundamentals of weight training using light hand weights; repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1450 - Beginning Self-Defense

    (1)
    repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F]


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  • PHED 1460 - Self-Defense for Women

    (1)
    repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [S]


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  • PHED 1560 - Scuba Diving

    (1)
    Scuba equipment rental not included in course cost; swimming proficiency needed; repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1570 - Backpacking and Hiking

    (1)
    Repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree; equipment, campsite rental fees, food, and transportation not included in course cost. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1740 - Popular Social Dance

    (1)
    Covers the fundamental steps, styling and variations of different social dances selected from the Fox Trot, Waltz, Swing, Polka, Cha- Cha, Tango, Rumba, Samba, Schottische and Country Western. Repeatable; maximum of 4 hours applicable toward a degree. [F]


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  • PHED 1760 - BellyDance Fitness

    (1)
    Bellydance Fitness is a bellydance class taught in a group format that promotes active participation to provide fitness benefits. Repeatable; maximum of two hours toward a degree. [F,S]


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  • PHED 1820 - Beginning Table Tennis

    (1)
    Repeatable; maximum 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1830 - Racquetball

    (1)
    Repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1840 - Volleyball

    (1)
    Repeatable; maximum 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [S]


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  • PHED 1850 - Basketball

    (1)
    Repeatable; maximum 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F]


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  • PHED 1860 - Golf

    (1)
    Repeatable; maximum 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F]


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  • PHED 1870 - Beginning Tennis

    (1)
    [E]


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  • PHED 1880 - Intermediate Tennis

    (1)
    [on demand]


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  • PHED 1895 - Bowling

    (1)
    Repeatable; maximum of 2 hours applicable toward a degree. [F, S]


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  • PHED 1990 - Special Topics: Physical Education Activity

    (1-2)
    Repeatable for credit on different topics; maximum of 6 hours applicable toward a degree. [on demand]


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Physical Science
  

  • PSCI 1030 - Survey of Physical Science

    (4)
    Explores physical science in its historical and sociological significance, the process of science, and the present content of scientific fact and theory; includes physics, chemistry, geology and astronomy; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. [F, S] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement. ► “common”  Tennessee’s public Universal Transfer courses.


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  • PSCI 1310 - Integrated Earth and Space Science

    (3)
    This course is an integrated approach to basic principles from the fields of geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. Topics include: map interpretation, minerals and rocks, processes acting at the Earth’s surface and within the Earth, plate tectonics, geologic time and dating, water movements, ocean floor, weather and climate, composition and motions of the Earth, solar system, phases of the moon, origin and life cycles of stars, and galaxies; class 2 hours, lab 3 hours. Prereq(s): PHYS 1310 and CHEM 1310 [E] Note(s):

    Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • PSCI 2990 - Special Topics in Science

    (1-4)
    Study of a specific topic in science; repeatable for credit on different topics. Prereq(s): Department head and instructor’s consent [on demand]


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Physical Therapist Assistant

Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program is a prerequisite for all PT courses. Please consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS; all PT courses shown in the same term are corequisites, all PT courses shown in the preceding term(s) are PT prerequisites, and all BIOL and PHYS courses are pre/corequisites to PT courses as shown.

  

  • PT 104 - Introduction to Physical Therapy

    (2)
    A course designed to familiarize the student with the history, function, purpose of physical therapy and the role of the physical therapist assistant - PTAs role in ethics, medical-legal issues, medical terminology. administration and communications skills with all clients/patients and other care providers;  [F]


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  • PT 111 - Clinical Practice 1

    (2)
    Clinical experience in local health care facilities to observe and practice basic physical therapy skills and interventions learned in the classroom and laboratory participation. Students are under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist or a licensed physical therapist assistant; clinic hours: 8/week; Satisfactory/No Credit grading; liability insurance required. [S]


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  • PT 112 - Pathological Conditions

    (3)
    A survey of diseases and injuries treated by physical therapy. Associated medical or surgical treatment of these conditions as well as physical therapy treatment for specific conditions are covered. [S]


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  • PT 115 - Physical Therapy Procedures 1

    (5)
    The first of a series of courses designed to teach students skillful knowledge and performance of basic physical therapy principles, interventions and modality techniques; class 3 hours, lab hours: 6; liability insurance required.  [F]


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  • PT 123 - Functional Anatomy

    (4)
    A course designed to integrates muscle innervation, position, and function of the musculoskeletal system for specific joints and their muscular components. Students are taught palpation skills, joint range of motion, goniometric measurement and manual muscle testing. Biomechanical concepts are also integrated with this course as they relate to simple movement analysis and kinesiology; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. [F]


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  • PT 125 - Physical Therapy Procedures 2

    (4)
    A continuation of Physical Therapy Procedures I (PT 115), emphasizing the principles and uses of spinal traction and exercises, electrical stimulation, iontophoresis, biofeedback, pain control, protocol exercise routines and review of manual muscle testing; class 3 hours, lab hours: 3; liability insurance required.  [S]


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  • PT 201 - Physical Therapy Seminar

    (2)
    Critique sessions concerning physical therapy interventions and clinic participation. The students prepare presentations on Physical Therapy interventions for specific pathologies and review the process for licensure. [S]


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  • PT 205 - Therapeutic Exercise

    (5)
    This course is designed to teach the principles and uses of therapeutic exercises and exercise equipment options. The course includes special assessment procedures, exercise techniques, neurodevelopmental exercises, and techniques utilized in specific conditions. An  introduction to orthotics, prosthetics, splinting as well as gait analysis is included; class 3 hours, lab 6 hours. [F]


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  • PT 210 - Clinical Practice 2

    (4)
    A continuation of PT 111 where students work under the direct, on premise supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant to gain experience in the skills and interventions learned in class and laboratory; clinic hours: 16/week; Satisfactory/No Credit grading; liability insurance required. [F]


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  • PT 221 - Clinical Practice 3

    (10)
    A continuation of PT 210 - Clinic Practice II, where students apply the skills learned in class and laboratory. Students will always be under the direct, on premise supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant; clinic hours: 32/week; Satisfactory/No Credit grading; liability insurance required. [S]


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Physics
  

  • PHYS 1030 - Concepts of Physics

    (4)
    One semester intro physics course for nonscience and non-engineering majors; focus on the nature of physics and applying basic physics concepts in everyday life experience and work; math limited to basic algebra required to understand and apply physics concepts; mechanical motion, energy, temperature and heat, fluids, electricity, magnetism, wave motion and optics; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. [E] Note(s): College level reading and math; can be taken with   .Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • PHYS 1310 - Integrated Physics

    (3)
    An integrated approach to the physics concepts associated with force and motion, energy, heat and temperature, sound, light, electricity and magnetism using guided student inquiry. Connections of these physics concepts to other fields of science like chemistry, biology, geology, and earth science will be made; lab 3 hours, class 2 hours. [E] Note(s):

    Fulfills a General Education requirement.


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  • PHYS 2010 - Non-Calculus Physics 1

    (4)
    Algebra-based physics for engineering technology and pre-professional majors; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Mechanics, heat and thermodynamics. Coreq(s): MATH-1720 Concurrent: MATH 1720 [F] Note(s):

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


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  • PHYS 2020 - Non-Calculus Physics 2

    (4)
    Algebra-based physics for engineering technology and pre-professional majors; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Electricity and magnetism, ray and wave optics. Prereq(s): PHYS 2010 [S] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement. ► “common”  Tennessee’s public Universal Transfer courses.


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  • PHYS 2110 - Calculus-Based Physics 1

    (4)
    Calculus-based physics; for engineering and science majors; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Mechanics: statics, kinematics, work, energy, power, momentum, conservation laws, heat, rotation and harmonic motion, and thermodynamics. Prereq(s): MATH 1910 Concurrent: MATH 1920 [F] Note(s): Fulfills a General Education requirement. ► “common”  Tennessee’s public Universal Transfer courses.


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Plumbing
  

  • PM 000 - Plumbing

    This program will provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities in the safe and efficient performance of the residential plumbing profession. Training will be competency based in accordance with the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) curriculum and local plumbing 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 oriented evaluations. 1290 clock hours.


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