2019-2020 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Apr 28, 2024  
2019-2020 Catalog and Student Handbook [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions


Explanation of Code following each course description:
(C) This course is part of the Common Course Curriculum Library as delivered by TBR community colleges. The course is not designed for transfer except to institutions offering similar level Associate of Applied Sciences (A.A.S.) or certificate programs.
(NT) This course is not designed to transfer.
(T) This course is part of the Tennessee Transfer Pathway for all public colleges.
(TE) This course is a transfer course that may apply as an elective by a receiving institution.
 

Emergency Medical Services

Students must be admitted in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program before they can register for EMSB, EMSA, EMSP courses.

  
  • EMSB 1111 - EMT Clinical


    Credits: 1

    EMT Clinical is the one of two clinical courses designed to allow the student to meet all psychomotor and affective outcomes for the clinical requirements of an EMT program and build upon the concepts and knowledge learned in EMT Medical Emergencies and EMS Operations. (NT)

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the EMT Program
    Corequisite(s): EMSB 1601  and EMSB 1111.
  
  • EMSB 1112 - EMT Field Internship


    Credits: 1

    EMT Field Internship is the one of two clinical courses designed to allow the student to meet all psychomotor and affective outcomes for the clinical requirements of an EMT program and build upon the concepts and knowledge learned during prior and/or concurrent courses. (NT)

    Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): EMSB 1601 , EMSB 1101 , EMSB 1111 , EMSB 1602 , and EMSB 1102  depending on delivery schedule.
  
  • EMSB 1601 - EMT Medical Emergencies and EMS Operations


    Credits: 6

    EMT Medical Emergencies and EMS Operations is the one of two lecture courses designed to provide the student with the knowledge of an entry-level Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). This course includes the following topics: Emergency Medical Technician-National Educational Standards competencies, roles and responsibilities of the EMT, workforce safety, wellness, public health, communications, documentation, EMS operations, medical/legal/ethical considerations, fundamental anatomy and physiology, life span development, fundamental pathophysiology, patient assessment, airway management, respiratory emergencies, cardiovascular emergencies, acute diabetic emergencies, abdominal and gastrointestinal emergencies, urologic emergencies, anaphylactic reactions, and behavioral emergencies. (NT)

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the EMT Program
    Corequisite(s): EMSB 1101  and EMSB 1111 
  
  • EMSB 1602 - EMT Trauma and Medical Emergencies


    Credits: 6

    EMT Trauma and Medical Emergencies is the one of two lecture courses designed to provide the student with the knowledge of an entry-level Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). This course includes the following topics: obstetrics and gynecology, neonatal care, pediatric emergencies, geriatric emergencies, environmental emergencies, patients with special challenges, trauma and shock. Trauma and shock will include the following topics: bleeding, soft tissue injuries, head and spine injuries, face and neck injuries, chest injuries, abdominal and genitourinary injuries, and orthopedic injuries. (NT)

    Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): EMSB 1601 , EMSB 1101 , EMSB 1111 , EMSB 1102 , and EMSB 1112  depending on delivery schedule.
  
  • EMSP 1311 - Paramedic Clinical I


    Credits: 3

    Paramedic Clinical I is the first of three clinical courses designed to allow the student to meet all psychomotor and affective objectives for the clinical requirements of a paramedic program and build upon the concepts and knowledge gained during the first semester. (C)

    Corequisite(s): EMSP 1801  and EMSP 1401 
  
  • EMSP 1401 - Paramedic Skills Lab I


    Credits: 4

    Skills Lab I is a laboratory based course utilizing scenarios to emphasize airway management, medication administration and successful assessment of patients with a variety of medical concerns and an introduction to cardiology. This course includes application of principles and processes discussed in Fundamentals I. (C)

    Corequisite(s): EMSP 1801  and EMSP 1311 
  
  • EMSP 1801 - Fundamentals of Paramedic I


    Credits: 8

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

    Prerequisite(s): Admissions to the Paramedic Program.
    Corequisite(s): EMSP 1401  and EMSP 1311 
  
  • EMSP 2303 - Paramedic Practicum


    Credits: 3

    Paramedic Practicum is a combination of laboratory and scenarios based course intended to assist students on developing skills related to the theories presented in their previous courses. This course will allow for preparation for psychomotor licensure testing and preparation as a competent entry level Paramedic. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): EMSP 1401  and EMSP 2402 
    Corequisite(s): EMSP 2403  and EMSP 2513 
  
  • EMSP 2402 - Paramedic Skills Lab II


    Credits: 4

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

    Prerequisite(s): EMSP 1801 , EMSP 1401 , and EMSP 1311 
    Corequisite(s): EMSP 2802  and EMSP 2412 
  
  • EMSP 2403 - Paramedic Capstone


    Credits: 4

    Paramedic Capstone serves as a mechanism to insure that the student meets academic requirements to test for National Registry and licensure. This course will include all necessary steps needed to complete the program including exit exams, preparation for National Registry practical and written exams, exit interviews, patient care review by the Medical Director, and any other administrative requirements that the program may deem necessary. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): EMSP 1801  and EMSP 2802 
    Corequisite(s): EMSP 2303  and EMSP 2513 
  
  • EMSP 2412 - Paramedic Clinical II


    Credits: 4

    Paramedic Clinical II is the second of three clinical experiences designed to allow the student to meet all psychomotor and affective objectives for the clinical requirements of a paramedic program and to build upon the concepts and knowledge gained during prior and/or concurrent courses. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): EMSP 1801 , EMSP 1401  and EMSP 1311 
    Corequisite(s): EMSP 2802  and EMSP 2402 
  
  • EMSP 2513 - Paramedic Field Internship


    Credits: 5

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

    Prerequisite(s): EMSP 1311  and EMSP 2412 
    Corequisite(s): EMSP 2303  and EMSP 2403 
  
  • EMSP 2802 - Fundamentals of Paramedic II


    Credits: 8

    Fundamentals of Paramedic II is the second of two lecture courses to include the following topics: respiratory and cardiology (on-going from EMSP 1801), pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, urology and nephrology, hematology, gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, geriatric emergencies, psychological emergencies and trauma/ shock. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): EMSP 1801 , EMSP 1401  and EMSP 1311 
    Corequisite(s): EMSP 2402  and EMSP 2412 

Engineering

  
  • ENGR 2110 - Statics


    Credits: 3

    A study of vector algebra, resultants, centroids, equilibrium, moments of inertia, and virtual work. (T)

    Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 1910 
  
  • ENGR 2120 - Dynamics


    Credits: 3

    A study of kinematics, kinetics, Newton's laws, work-energy principle, impulse-momentum principle, vibrations. (T)

    Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 1920 
  
  • ENGR 2130 - Circuits I


    Credits: 4

    An introductory course on electrical components, circuits quantities and analysis.  Content includes applications of Ohm's and Kirchoff's laws, superposition, node and mesh analysis, Thevein and Norton theorems, operational amplifiers, and RL, RC and RLC circuits including both natural and driven responses.  Course includes both hands-on laboratory as well as computer analysis of the electrical circuits topics covered. 

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1920  and PHYS 2120  
    Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 2010  

Engineering Systems Technology

  
  • EETC 2399 - Special Topics


    Credits: 3

    This course provides a platform for students to independently study special topics not otherwise included in the base curriculum. Maximum 6 hours (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
  
  • ENST 1311 - Computer Aided Design I


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to develop the fundamental visualization and graphic communication skills used within a technical environment through manual and computer means. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
  
  • ENST 1350 - Industrial Safety


    Credits: 3

    This course focuses on industrial safety, including personal safety and equipment, hazard recognition and safeguards. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
  
  • ENST 1360 - Mechanical Power Transmission


    Credits: 3

    This course covers the application and maintenance of gear trains, belt and chain drives, shaft coupling and clutches, and bearing drives in an industrial setting. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
  
  • ENST 1362 - Industrial Print Reading


    Credits: 3

    This course covers the process of reading prints and technical drawings used in an industrial Setting. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
  
  • ENST 1370 - Manufacturing Processes


    Credits: 3

    This course focuses on manufacturing processes and provides an overview of the production cycle from planning to shipping. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
  
  • ENST 2199 - Special Topics: Industrial Safety


    Credits: 1

    This course provides a platform for students to independently study special topics not otherwise included in the base curriculum. (C)

  
  • ENST 2361 - Fluid Power Systems


    Credits: 3

    This course covers the fundamentals of industrial hydraulic and pneumatics systems. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
  
  • ENST 2382 - Fundamentals of Mechatronics


    Credits: 3

    Automation systems that include a focus on mechanics, electrical, fluid power systems, computer systems, and the integration of such to achieve machine movement control, integration of robotics, and computer networking to develop a comprehensive and cohesive production sequence. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
  
  • ENST 2391 - Internship


    Credits: 3

    A supervised work program designed to provide students with a variety of practical on-the-job experiences within the industrial field (compensated or uncompensated). This will allow students to apply their knowledge to real world situations and to build relationships with companies prior to graduation. Grading is Pass/Fail. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
  
  • ENST 2399 - Special Topics


    Credits: 3

    This course provides a platform for students to independently study special topics not otherwise included in the base curriculum. Maximum 9 hours (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.

English

Dual Enrollment students are not eligible to take 0800 level courses.

  
  • ENGL 0802 - Learning Support Writing


    Credits: 2

    This course allows students to complete writing competencies to exit Learning Support Writing. Students are required to attend a two (2) hour class that provides remediation to support projects and assignments in English 1010. Students will learn about the writing process: outlining, constructing arguments, conducting research, and documenting sources. The course emphasizes the process of revision as the main method of improving writing. Demonstration of mastery of Learning Support Writing Competencies 1 and 2 is required for successful completion. Upon successful completion of English 0802, the student receives two (2) institutional credits. Students enrolled in this course are also required to co-enroll in ENGL 1010 .

    Prerequisite(s): ACT English below 18 or equivalent
    Corequisite(s): ENGL 1010 
  
  • ENGL 1010 - English Composition I


    Credits: 3

    The ENGL 1010 course introduces students to writing and evaluating argumentative essays; developing awareness of rhetorical techniques used in persuasive writing; and applying argumentative elements and research in assigned papers. Students must take this course as a degree requirement. (T)

    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory ACT or satisfactory placement test scores or completion of all Competencies in Learning Support Reading and Writing
    Corequisite(s): READ 0802 , ENGL 0802 
  
  • ENGL 1020 - English Composition II


    Credits: 3

    The ENGL 1020 course instructs students in the development of writing skills beyond the levels of proficiency required in ENGL 1010 , with emphasis on interpretation and evaluation of literature (short fiction, poetry, and drama) and more advanced research methods. (T)

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 
  
  • ENGL 1070 - Technical Writing


    Credits: 3

    The principles of effective technical communication are applied to a broad variety of assignments from brief memos and summaries to detailed formal reports and proposals. (TE)

    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory ACT or placement test scores or completion of all Competencies in Learning Support Reading and Writing.
  
  • ENGL 2055 - African-American Literature


    Credits: 3

    African American Literature studies oral and written stories of African American writers from the 18th century through the Harlem Renaissance to present times, including well-known authors like Zora Neale Hurston, Langston Hughes, Martin Luther King, Jr., and others. Students analyze major themes like alienation, identity, double-consciousness, racism, classism, rebellion, revolt and escape. They evaluate these works for their literary merit, becoming aware of the personal, social, artistic and literary values of African American authors; furthermore they discover connections among these stories, poems, and speeches and their own experience. (T)

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010  or ACT English 32 or SAT Verbal 720 or completion of all Competencies in Learning Support Writing.
  
  • ENGL 2110 - American Literature I


    Credits: 3

    Survey of American literature from the time of English colonization through the Civil War.  Examines the works of significant writers of fiction, poetry, and non-fiction taking into account the events in history that influenced them. (TE)

    3 hrs. lecture

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020  
  
  • ENGL 2130 - Topics in American Literature


    Credits: 3

    Survey of American Literature is a reading course that focuses on critical analysis of representative works from the Colonial era to the present. (T)

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 
  
  • ENGL 2160 - Mythology


    Credits: 3

    Mythology introduces classical, Norse, and medieval mythology through the study of themes and narratives that emphasize the importance of mythical elements to the modern world. (T)

  
  • ENGL 2235 - Topics in British Literature


    Credits: 3

    This course is the study of representative works of British prose, poetry, and drama from the Anglo-Saxon period through the twentieth century. (T)

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 
  
  • ENGL 2310 - Early World Literature


    Credits: 3

    Survey of World Literature I is a reading course in world poetry, drama, and fiction from the ancient world through the Renaissance and focuses on critical analysis of representative works. (T)

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 
  
  • ENGL 2320 - Modern World Literature


    Credits: 3

    Survey of World Literature II is a reading course in world poetry, drama, and fiction from the Enlightenment through the present day and focuses on critical analysis of representative works. (T)

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 
  
  • ENGL 2860 - Introduction to Film


    Credits: 3

    The study of World Cinema focuses on terminology, analyses of film techniques, genres, historical periods, and narrative styles. Course work includes writing and speaking assignments. (T)

  
  • ENGL 2910 - Creative Writing


    Credits: 3

    Theory and practice of the creation of fiction, drama, and poetry by the analysis of models and student manuscripts. (TE)

    Prerequisite(s): satisfactory ACT or placement test scores or completion of all Competencies in Learning Support Reading and Writing.

Academic English as a Second Language

  
  • ESL 1000 - Academic English as a Second Language


    Credits: 2

    ESL 1000 is a co-requisite course for English as a second language (ESL) learners. Course curriculum includes but is not limited to ESL pre- and post-assessment, computer-assisted ESL instruction, supplemental content-area materials to build content-area vocabulary and reading comprehension, directed writing instruction, guided English conversation, and content-area test preparation (NT)

    Corequisite(s): any of the following college-level course: ART 1035 , BIOL 1010, HIST 2010 , HIST 2020 , HIST 2310 , HIST 2320 , MATH 1010 , MATH 1530 , MUS 1030 , or permission of instructor.

Film Crew Technology

  
  • FCT 1100 - Entertainment Technology, Safety and Etiquette


    Credits: 3

    This course is an overview of the entertainment production industry and discussion of current trends, technical terminology, working methods, and processes associated with a variety of production environments.  In addition, the course introduces the health and safety issues, practices, regulations, and etiquette associated with working in the motion picture industry.  The course emphasizes safe uses and behaviors for working on stages, sets and studios.  The course explores career opportunities in the stage and film industry with special emphasis on relationships between various job categories, and roles of "below the line" production crews.  The course also addresses use of hazardous materials, the identification and mitigation of hazards and unsafe practices as well emphasizing situation-appropriate behavior, conflict resolution, working effectively in teams, and applicable regulations/laws regarding workplace behavior.  Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of product on methods, roles, responsibilities, and best-practices in regard to safety considerations, as well as put into practice the skills necessary to function on a set. (NT)

    5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

  
  • FCT 1300 - Set Technology and Machinery


    Credits: 3

    This course is an introduction to the technology and tools commonly used on sets and in studio environments.  Students will gain a working knowledge of and familiarity with the technology, equipment, and machinery used in film and video productions.  Areas and departments covered in the course include: Pre-production, Grip & Electric, Script Supervision, Camera, and other areas of production as technologies are introduced to the market.  Students will explore and put into practice the safe usage, behaviors of, and safety concerns associated with these tools and technologies.  (NT)

    5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

    Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): FCT 1100  
  
  • FCT 1500 - Production and Post Tech.


    Credits: 3

    The course expands on the terminology, equipment, power distribution, safety, execution of lighting diagrams, and other aspects of providing electrical capabilities on location and in the studio.  The course will introduce additional digital information and equipment common to motion-picture production -  more specifically, the power needs and roles of the camera department, digital imaging technician, and post-production.  Upon completion, the student should be able to assist with electrical needs on location or in a studio, as well as prepping the digital information for editing and distribution. (NT)

    5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

    Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): FCT 1100  
  
  • FCT 1600 - Fundamentals of Production Electrics


    Credits: 3

    This course is an introduction to DC and AC circuits, electromagnetic devices, electronic components, and analog and circuits.  Students will gain a working knowledge of the requirements associated with the power-needs of an entertainment production.  Special emphasis will be given to power distribution, as well as production lighting and the instruments used.  Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of electricity, wiring, distribution systems and safety relevant to the entertainment industry. (NT)

    5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

    Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): FCT 1100  
  
  • FCT 2200 - Motion Picture Sound Recording


    Credits: 3

    Introduction to sound recording techniques, practices and equipment.  This course covers the basic principles of audio theory and techniques used in recording sound on location and in studio environments, as well as, in production and post-production applications.  Topics include basic physics of sound, digital recording devices, boom microphones and wireless sound devices.  Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of technical audio terms, recording techniques and basic principles of capturing live audio.  (NT)

    5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

    Prerequisite(s): FCT 1300  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • FCT 2300 - Grip Rigging


    Credits: 3

    This course expands on the grip terminology, behaviors, skills and equipment as related to motion-picture production introduced in FCT 1300 .  The course covers various grip/support packages used in different environments for studio and location.  Students will learn to set up, operate and break down grip equipment and rigging; erect and dismantle scaffolding; load, unload, position, and strike scenery, settings, and scenic equipment; support and move cameras during shooting.  Topics include advanced coverage of lighting and camera dollies, control and management of undesirable sound, and rigging with emphasis on safety issues.  Upon completion, students should be able to execute grip directions given by the key grip, and/or director of photography.  (NT)

    5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

    Prerequisite(s): FCT 1300  
  
  • FCT 2500 - Advanced Production and Post Tech.


    Credits: 3

    The course emphasizes strategies introduced in  FCT 1500 , which are necessary to anticipate shooting needs and problem solving.  Topics include emerging production techniques in media management, lighting camera, dollies, sound, rigging, DIT, and post-production - with emphasis on safety issues in each area.  Upon completion, students should be able to execute grip directions given by the key grip, control sound on set, apply Look Up Tables (LUTs), or other visual needs as required by the cinematographer and/or director of photography, and execute the duties of an assistant editor. (NT)

    5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

    Prerequisite(s): FCT 1500  
  
  • FCT 2600 - Lighting Tech


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to lighting techniques, practices and equipment.  This course covers the basic principles of lighting theory and how variables in lighting can be used to control the production environment.  Topics include basic physics of lighting, lighting combinations, lighting effect, forms of color correction, different lighting situations, and lighting safety.  Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of technical lighting terms, principles of light, lighting crew protocol, and lighting manipulation. (NT)

    5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

    Prerequisite(s): FCT 1600  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • FCT 2650 - Advanced Lighting


    Credits: 3

    Application of lighting principles to film and video formats.  Emphasis is placed on terminology, color theory and correction, film lighting techniques, practices, and equipment.  The course requires students to set up, move, operate, and break down lighting equipment.  Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of camera terms and equipment, lighting crew protocol, application of lighting theory to film, assist on studio/location shoots and be able to execute basic directions given be the gaffer. (NT)

    5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

    Prerequisite(s): FCT 2600  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • FCT 2750 - Motion Picture Visual Effects


    Credits: 3

    In this course students will strengthen and expand on the skills acquired in FCT 1500 .  Students will explore visual effects for a motion picture production. Topics may include, but are not limited to, Chroma keying, travel mattes, and motion capture, as well as advanced asset management, match-moving, digital visual effects, and compositing.  In addition, emerging visual effects technologies, techniques, and practices for motion pictures will be explored. (NT)

    5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

    Prerequisite(s): FCT 1500  
  
  • FCT 2800 - Preproduction


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces students to all elements of the pre-production process.  The main topics may include, but are not limited to, budgeting, scene breakdowns, storyboarding, developing shooting scripts, assembling a crew, casting, scheduling, location scouting, and building the production package.  Additional topics include the roles, duties, and responsibilities of the Producer, Assistant Director, Unit Production Manager, and other roles related the performing the main topic areas.  (NT)

    5 contact-hours comprised of lecture and lab

    Prerequisite(s): FCT 1100  and FCT 1500  
  
  • FCT 2900 - Film and Production Lab


    Credits: 3

    Practical experience in a variety of crew positions with student and/or professional film productions.  This production-based capstone experience will require that the student assist in a crew role a number of college or professional film productions for a minimum of 180 hours.  Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate professional skills needed to pursue careers as technical crew members in the film and video industry. (Required for graduating students completing the FCT program.) (NT)

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.

Fire Science

  
  • FIRE 1310 - Principles of Emergency Services


    Credits: 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 department 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 1315 - Rescuer Awareness


    Credits: 3

    Basic methods of cognition 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 on personal safety and patient safety. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 1320 - Principles of Fire & Emergency Services Safety & Survival


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focus on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement score and completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 1325 - Fire Investigation I


    Credits: 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. Principles of Emergency Services, Building Construction for Fire Protection, Fire Behavior and Combustion, or Instructor approval.
  
  • FIRE 1330 - Fire Prevention


    Credits: 3

    Course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire protection; 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2199 - Special Topics in Fire Science


    Credits: 1

    Study and discussion of select topics in the filed of fire science. Content may vary. The course may be repeated with departmental consent. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2299 - Special Topics in Fire Science


    Credits: 2

    Study and discussion of select topics in the filed of fire science. Content may vary. The course may be repeated with departmental consent. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2310 - Fire Protection Systems


    Credits: 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2315 - Introduction to Homeland Security & Disaster Management


    Credits: 3

    This course will provide students with an overview of the concepts of homeland security and emergency management at 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2320 - Building Construction for Fire Protection


    Credits: 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 are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing. Completion of Principles of Emergency Services or Instructor approval.
  
  • FIRE 2325 - Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply


    Credits: 3

    Course provides a foundation of theoretical knowledge in order to understand the principles of the use of water in fire protection and apply to hydraulic principles to analyze and to solve water supply problems. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2330 - Fire Behavior and Combustion


    Credits: 3

    This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and how they are controlled. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2335 - Strategy & Tactics


    Credits: 3

    Course provides the principles of fire ground control through utilization of personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): FIRE FIRE 1310 - Principles of Emergency Services  and acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2340 - Leadership Development


    Credits: 3

    Presenting the company officer with the best 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing or Instructor approval.
  
  • FIRE 2350 - Principles of Fire & Emergency Services Administration


    Credits: 3

    The course introduces the students to the organization and management of a fire and emergency services department and the relationship of the government agencies to the fire service. Emphasis is placed on fire and emergency services, ethics, and leadership from the perspective of the company officer. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing, FIRE 1310 - Principles of Emergency Services , or Instructor approval.
  
  • FIRE 2355 - Hazardous Materials I


    Credits: 3

    Basic methods of recognition and identification of hazardous materials based on the chemical and physical properties of hazard 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2360 - Occupational Safety & Health for Emergency Services


    Credits: 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2365 - Hazardous Materials II


    Credits: 3

    A continuing study of hazardous materials. Emphasis will be placed on hazard and risk assessment and site control. Discussion will include standard operating procedures and termination of an incident as well as advanced control techniques. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): FIRE 2355  and acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2370 - Public Fire & Life Safety Education


    Credits: 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. Topics will include fire behavior, community assessment, injury prevention and juvenile fire-setting. The students 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2375 - Hazardous Materials Chemistry


    Credits: 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2380 - Legal Aspects of Emergency Services


    Credits: 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.
  
  • FIRE 2385 - Fire Investigation II


    Credits: 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing and FIRE 1325 - Fire Investigation I .
  
  • FIRE 2390 - Emergency Services Capstone Project


    Credits: 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): College level Writing/ Reading and successful completion of the Major Field Core requirements.
  
  • FIRE 2399 - Special Topics in Fire Science


    Credits: 3

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

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptable placement scores or completion of all Learning Support competencies in Reading and Writing.

French

  
  • FREN 1010 - Beginning French I


    Credits: 3

    Essentials of French elementary grammar, pronunciation, conversation, and simple readings. (T)

    Laboratory required.

  
  • FREN 1020 - Beginning French II


    Credits: 3

    Continuation of Beginning French I. (T)

    Laboratory required.

    Prerequisite(s): FREN 1010  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • FREN 2010 - Intermediate French I


    Credits: 3

    Reading intermediate French texts, grammar review, and oral practice. (T)

    Laboratory required.

    Prerequisite(s): FREN 1020  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • FREN 2020 - Intermediate French II


    Credits: 3

    A continuation of intermediate French I, with emphasis on French readings and oral practice. (T)

    Laboratory required.

    Prerequisite(s): FREN 2010  or permission of the instructor.

General Technology

  
  • GENT 291 - General Technology Capstone


    Credits: 1

    This is the capstone course for general technology majors. Students will evaluate their personal strengths and weaknesses, in addition to their opinions and knowledge regarding different leadership and management styles in various workplace scenarios will also be discussed. Furthermore, each student will make a presentation about a topic of interest in their chosen career field and demonstrate their overall understanding of program competencies. (NT)


Geography

  
  • GEOG 1012 - Cultural Geography


    Credits: 3

    This course covers spatial variation in human activity. Topics include geographic extent of population characteristics, languages, religions, economics, and governments. Most emphasis will be placed on the present although some past cultural landscapes will be recalled. (T)

  
  • GEOG 2010 - World Regional Geography


    Credits: 3

    A survey of the physical, cultural, socio-economic, and political traits characteristic of developing and developed nations. Developing nations examined include those of the Latin American, African, and Asian regions. Developed nations explored include Japan and Australia, those of the North American and European regions, and the former Soviet Socialist Republics. (T)


German

  
  • GERM 1010 - Elementary German I


    Credits: 3

    Introduction to German language and culture with emphasis in elementary grammar, reading, writing, speaking, and aural comprehension. (TE)

  
  • GERM 1020 - Elementary German II


    Credits: 3

    A continuation of the German language. This course focuses on the development of basic communication skills in German. (TE)

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 1010 
  
  • GERM 2010 - Intermediate German I


    Credits: 3

    GERM 2010 is an introduction to the German Language and German-speaking cultures at the intermediate level. The course focuses on the development of intermediate communication skills in German. It is designed to develop the four language skills; listening, speaking, reading, and writing. At the end of the semester the student will be able to comprehend intermediate level conversations and stories, read and understand short texts, engage in brief conversations on everyday topics and write about life in the German-speaking countries. (TE)

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 1010  and GERM 1020 

Health

  
  • HED 221 - Personal Health


    Credits: 3

    A study of personal health problems including communicable diseases, nutrition, degenerative diseases, and fitness. This course will include knowledge of basic human vital signs. (TE)

    (Course is Offered Fall only.)

  
  • HED 231 - Safety and First Aid


    Credits: 3

    This course will teach how to identify injuries, provide first aid steps to keep injuries from becoming worse, and keep a victim alive until EMS arrives. Learners focus on the development of a safety attitude and understanding of individual responsibility in person and community programs for accident prevention and control. Successful completion of this course qualifies the student for Emergency Care and Safety Institute Standard First Aid and CPR certificates. (T)

  
  • HED 241 - Principles of Nutrition


    Credits: 3

    Focuses on the nutritive value and function of food in the body, including personal and family nutritive requirements. (T)


Health Information Management

  
  • HIMT 1301 - Introduction to Health Information Management


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to introduce students to the principles of health information management. The development, content and management of the medical record will be explored as well as a basic overview of the healthcare delivery systems. 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. (C)

  
  • HIMT 1302 - HIM Legal Aspects


    Credits: 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, patient 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. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): HIMT 1301 , ENGL 1010 
  
  • HIMT 1303 - Basic ICD Coding I


    Credits: 3

    This course is a study diagnosis coding and classification systems used in classification and conditions, injuries and diseases employed to organize medical information for future retrieval.  The current international Classification of Diseases 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 International Discharge Data Set (UHDDS), reimbursement in prospective payment systems and introduction to procedure classification systems. A minimum course grade of "C" or better is required for this course. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2010 , BIOL 2020  
  
  • HIMT 1305 - Computer Applications in Health Information


    Credits: 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 healthcare 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 patient index, chart locator, abstracting, and release of information software. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): HIMT 1301 , ENGL 1010 
  
  • HIMT 1401 - Disease Processes


    Credits: 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 a surgical procedure.  A minimum course grade of "C" or better is required for this course. (C)

  
  • HIMT 2303 - Advanced Coding


    Credits: 3

    This course focuses on advanced topics in diagnosis and procedural coding including the current ICD Coding system and CPT/HCPCS.  The 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 APCs and MS-DRGs will also be practiced using the computerized coding and grouping software.  A minimum course grade of "C" or better is required for this course. (C)

    Prerequisite(s): HIMT 1303  

Health Sciences

  
  • HSC 291 - Health Sciences Capstone - Leadership in Health Care


    Credits: 1

    (15 hours minimum) Courses are designed to focus on theory and application for the development of strategies and skills in preparing health sciences practitioners to pursue leadership roles. Courses allow students to engage in independent study of selected topics in a seminar or symposium format. Student will be involved in the selection, presentation, and discussion of relevant topics. Student attainment of competencies will be demonstrated using active learning methods including personal portfolios, presentations, and discussions. Expectations for depth and breadth of student mastery of concepts vary by course (291, HSC 292 , and HSC 293 ). (NT)

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing in a Health Science degree program or holds a certificate/diploma in a health related discipline or instructor permission.
  
  • HSC 292 - Health Sciences Capstone - Leadership in Health Care


    Credits: 2

    (30 hours minimum) Courses are designed to focus on theory and application for the development of strategies and skills in preparing health sciences practitioners to pursue leadership roles. Courses allow students to engage in independent study of selected topics in a seminar or symposium format. Student will be involved in the selection, presentation, and discussion of relevant topics. Student attainment of competencies will be demonstrated using active learning methods including personal portfolios, presentations, and discussions. Expectations for depth and breadth of student mastery of concepts vary by course (HSC 291 , 292, and HSC 293 ). (NT)

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing in a Health Science degree program or holds a certificate/diploma in a health related discipline or instructor permission.
  
  • HSC 293 - Health Sciences Capstone - Leadership in Health Care


    Credits: 3

    (45 hours minimum) Courses are designed to focus on theory and application for the development of strategies and skills in preparing health sciences practitioners to pursue leadership roles. Courses allow students to engage in independent study of selected topics in a seminar or symposium format. Student will be involved in the selection, presentation, and discussion of relevant topics. Student attainment of competencies will be demonstrated using active learning methods including personal portfolios, presentations, and discussions. Expectations for depth and breadth of student mastery of concepts vary by course (HSC 291 , HSC 292 , and 293). (NT)

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing in a Health Science degree program or holds a certificate/diploma in a health related discipline or instructor permission.

History

  
  • HIST 2010 - Early United States History


    Credits: 3

    The colonial period, winning independence, constitutional development, physical expansion, growing sectionalism, Civil War and reconstruction. (T)

    Corequisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory placement test scores and completion of all Competencies in Learning Support Reading.
 

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