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PHYS 2020 - Noncalculus Based Physics II ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
This course is a continuation of Elements of Physics I. It covers electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2010
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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PHYS 2110 - Calculus Based Physics I ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
For students majoring in engineering, mathematics and physics. This is a calculus-based approach to topics in electricity and magnetism. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1920
Corequisite(s): ENS 1510
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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PHYS 2120 - Calculus Based Physics II ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
For students majoring in engineering, mathematics and physics. This is a calculus-based approach to topics in wave motion, optics and modern physics. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2110
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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Political Science |
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POLS 1020 - Introduction to Political Science ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
Analysis of politics and political systems in various countries. Topics include model states; democratic, authoritarian, and totalitarian states; political socialization and participation; political leadership; public policy; international relations; and revolution, terrorism, and war.
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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POLS 1030 - American Government ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
This course provides an introduction to U.S. government and politics focusing on citizen participation and governmental institutions. Topics include the Constitution, federalism, civil liberties and civil rights, voting, the media, parties and groups, public opinion, Congress, the presidency, the federal bureaucracy, and the courts.
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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Psychology |
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PSYC 1030 - General Psychology ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
An introduction to theoretical perspectives, psychological terminology, and major theories and theorists.
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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PSYC 2100 - Psychology of Human Development ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
Understanding and applications of psychology of human development to teaching/ learning process in educational settings.
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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PSYC 2130 - Lifespan Psychology ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
This course explores the interaction of physical, cognitive, emotional and social aspects of development through the lifespan. The course is designed with a chronological approach emphasizing psychoanalytic and humanistic perspectives.
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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PSYC 2200 - Behavior & Experience ★ Credit(s): 3
Behavioral and phenomenological analysis of individuals and their development in natural environments.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1030 or equivalent; or consent of instructor
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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Social Work |
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SWRK 2010 - Introduction to Social Work ★ Credit(s): 3
Emergence of the social work profession; professional mission, skills and values, practice settings, client groups, helping services, career patterns, practice methods. Designed to assist students in selecting a career in social work.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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SWRK 2030 - Introduction to Social Welfare & Policy ★ Credit(s): 3
An investigation of the social welfare institution and its development, structure, and function. Course focuses on social services delivery modes and the impact of political, economic, and social policies.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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Sociology |
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SOCI 1010 - Introduction to Sociology ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
Concepts and theoretical approaches of sociology with emphasis on culture, socialization and social organization.
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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SOCI 1020 - Social Problems ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
Increasingly acute and intense problems such as alcoholism, violence, drugs, crime, inequality, lifestyle preferences and environmental abuse within the context of social change. Assessment of control strategies.
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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SOCI 2010 - Marriage & Family: Roles & Relationships ★ Credit(s): 3
Explores marriage and family experiences; personal choices; marital adjustments; conflict management; parenting decisions; communication; and changes resulting from divorce, widowhood, and remarriage.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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Spanish |
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SPAN 1000 - Technical Spanish Credit(s): 3
Beginning-level Spanish with focus on functional use of the language in specific contexts: for medical personnel, police, day-care personnel, other businesses, etc.
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SPAN 1010 - Beginning Spanish I ★ Credit(s): 3
Introduction to Spanish. Conversation, grammar, composition, vocabulary building, reading. Listening and practice materials on tapes. Language laboratory required.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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SPAN 1020 - Beginning Spanish II ★ Credit(s): 3
Continuation of SPAN 1010 .
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 1010 or one unit of high school Spanish
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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SPAN 2010 - Intermediate Spanish I ★ Credit(s): 3
Conversation, writing, listening and reading. Emphasis on communicative proficiency. Listening and practice materials on tapes. Language laboratory required.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 1020 or two units of high school Spanish
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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SPAN 2020 - Intermediate Spanish II ★ Credit(s): 3
Continuation of SPAN 2010 .
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2010 or three units of high school Spanish
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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SPAN 2510 - Spanish Conversation Credit(s): 3
Spanish conversation and composition: Focus is on functional aspects of speaking and writing to increase proficiency through sustained, topic-related conversations and written compositions, with grammar review.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2020 or four units of high school Spanish or equivalent life experience
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SPCH 1000 - Introduction to Speech Communication ★ Credit(s): 3
Fundamental theories and practices with particular reference to intrapersonal, interpersonal, group, organizational, and public communication.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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SPCH 2000 - Developing Speech Confidence Credit(s): 1
Techniques and practices for coping with apprehension about oral communications or stage fright. Recommended for those who are currently enrolled in SPCH 2100 and desire further work in dealing with readiness.
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SPCH 2100 - Public Speaking ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
Principles and practices of the oral communication process, with a primary emphasis on extemporaneous public speaking. Course will incorporate research and planning, audience demographics, topic selection, small and large group communication, listening, reasoning, and evaluation skills.
Corequisite(s): ENGL 1010
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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SPCH 2200 - Interpersonal Communication Credit(s): 3
Process by which thoughts, feelings, and actions affect and are affected by the face-to-face communication situation. Application of interpersonal skills in group, family and work situations, including job interviewing.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0800
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SPCH 2400 - Business & Professional Speaking Credit(s): 3
Principles and practices of oral communication within business and civic organizations, including public speaking, group decision-making through consensus building and parliamentary procedure, how to interview for information, and reflective listening.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010
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SPCH 2800 - Oral Interpretation ★ Credit(s): 3
Art of reading aloud; development of interpretative techniques—both individual and group—and their application to selected passages of prose, poetry and drama.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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Surveying |
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SURV 1550 - Surveying Principles W/Lab Credit(s): 4
The basic theory and applications of measurement with steel tape, transit, level and total station. Topics include pacing, horizontal and vertical distance measurements, traverse computations, and field note.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1720 or MATH 1730 or consent of program coordinator
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SURV 2200 - Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems Credit(s): 3
Designed for students who want to become generally familiar with GIS technology and those seeking basics needed for advanced GIS courses. An overview of the GIS profession and the opportunities available in the field, including introductory content on typical business and technical applications, data, software and techniques used to complete GIS projects are covered. Students receive hands-on experience with global positioning and GIS hardware and software. When possible, local GIS professionals present seminars on their work.
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SURV 2260 - Civil 3D Land Development Concepts Credit(s): 3
This course covers the essentials in AutoCAD Civil 3D as it applies to land development design and applications. Students learn how to generate subdivision parcels, create roadway alignments and produce different profile views. In addition, students create a stormwater piping system and profiles and a detention basin based on existing and finished ground elevations. This course also covers site grading in which students balance cut and fill calculations, create swales and berms, calculate corridor volumes, and show design sections.
Prerequisite(s): CET 1100
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SURV 2317 - Advanced GIS Credit(s): 3
Advanced instruction in the use of commercial GIS software (ArcGIS) and associated tools used in various courses and GIS projects. Introduces the concept of work automation through models, VB scripts and field calculations. Presents methods that enable a GIS professional to register and rectify raster data for use in GIS projects. Students perform network and advanced spatial analysis. Students also are trained to use 3D tools to visualize GIS data.
Prerequisite(s): SURV 2200
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SURV 2510 - Advanced Surveying W/Lab Credit(s): 4
Use of total stations, data collectors, GPS systems, surveying software and AutoCAD. Field applications of traversing, topo-mapping, profiling and cross-sectioning, and construction stakeout. Related topics in surveying astronomy, photogrammetry, and horizontal and vertical curves.
Prerequisite(s): SURV 1550 or consent of program coordinator
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SURV 2520 - Legal Aspects of Surveying Credit(s): 3
This course emphasizes the legal aspects of land surveying, including professionalism, licensing, documents, legal definitions and laws.
Prerequisite(s): SURV 2510 or consent of program coordinator
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SURV 2560 - Geodetic Surveying Credit(s): 4
This course presents the concepts of astronomy and geodesy that are relevant to the practice of geodetic surveying. The concepts include the theory and field techniques used to establish ground coordinate control. The course also includes a basic introduction to the earth’s geometric and physical characteristics as they relate to the datums and coordinate systems used in geodetic surveys.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1910
Corequisite(s): SURV 2510
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SURV 2567 - Positioning With GPS Credit(s): 3
This course covers GPS positioning techniques for surveying applications that require higher accuracy or are used in special situations. Network control and adjustment, the availability and use of reference stations, and sources of errors such as multipath, atmospheric interference, and satellite constellation geometry are presented. The field techniques and relevant computations are introduced and practiced.
Prerequisite(s): SURV 2560 or surveying experience and consent of program coordinator
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SURV 2730 - Surveying Hydrology Credit(s): 4
Introduces students to the theory and practice of hydrologic analysis and design to develop an analytical understanding of the basic phenomena of hydrology and to study a variety of practical quantitative methods and tools for solving hydrologic problems.
Prerequisite(s): SURV 2260 , SURV 2510 or consent of CET program coordinator
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THEA 1030 - Introduction to Theatre ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
Understanding theatre thought, philosophy, aesthetics, historical perspective and production practices.
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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THEA 1311 - Play Production Credit(s): 3
Practical experience in a laboratory setting in the different phases of putting on a play, including staging, lighting, publicity, makeup and directing. The course will culminate in a fully staged production.
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THEA 2200 - Acting I ★ Credit(s): 3
The mechanics of acting in terms of physical movement, body control and character-building techniques. Students will select and interpret various roles in class.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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THEA 2210 - Acting II ★ Credit(s): 3
The further exploration of acting techniques through exercises, scene work and period/style study.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 2200
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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THEA 2222 - Special Topics in Theatre Credit(s): 3
Study and discussion of a selected topic in theatre arts. Content varies. May be repeated for up to 6 hours of credit.
Corequisite(s): THEA 1030 or THEA 2200
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THEA 2250 - Creative Drama Credit(s): 3
Innovative methods of improvisational drama to develop creative thinking, improve oral and written communication and learn dramatic structure. An emphasis is on problem solving through playwriting. The techniques can be used in theatre, education, therapy, childcare and recreation.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010
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THEA 2260 - Voice & Movement I ★ Credit(s): 3
Basic skills, concepts, and techniques of movement and self-use for the stage. Basic exercises from the varied movement disciplines are taught. Students are prepped for the addition of skill sets in Voice & Movement II through practice in Yoga, Feldenkrais, and Fitzmaurice Voicework.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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THEA 2280 - Voice & Movement II Credit(s): 3
Basic skills, concepts, and techniques of movement and self-use for the stage. Basic exercises from varied movement and voice disciplines are taught. Students add skill sets of basic stage combat and IPA.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 2260 or THEA 2200
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THEA 2311 - Advanced Play Production Credit(s): 3
Advanced practical experience in a laboratory setting in the different phases of putting on a play, including staging, lighting, publicity, makeup and directing. The course will culminate in a fully staged production. May be repeated once for credit (maximum of 6 credit hours).
Prerequisite(s): THEA 1311 or consent of instructor
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THEA 2998 - Acting for the Camera Credit(s): 3
This course provides acting students with an every-class opportunity for evaluated on-camera performance within a working studio. Performance includes both as an actor (using written screenplays and playing other characters) and as a performer or talent (news anchor, program host, interviewer, etc.).
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
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Video Production Technology |
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VPT 1015 - Sound Production Credit(s): 3
An introduction to basic audio production equipment, processes and analog and digital systems, including introduction to Pro Tools. Analog and digital systems will be used to record, mix and produce a variety of aural media. Emphasis will be placed on recording on location and in the studio, mixing and effects, and processing of multiple sound tracks for use in film, television/video, and the multimedia environment.
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VPT 1020 - Special Topics in Video Credit(s): 3
Selected basic and advanced topics in video, including specialized software and hardware. Topics offered will provide special opportunities for students to explore a variety of emerging media or industry trends not normally available. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of program coordinator
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VPT 1021 - Adobe After Effects Credit(s): 3
Introduction to one of the industry’s most popular motion graphics software tools. Students produce animations through key framing, text, masking, mattes and 3D space. Compositing video, film and title sequences are emphasized.
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VPT 1022 - Guerrilla Filmmaking Credit(s): 3
This is an introductory course for both the general interest student and the VPT student. It is a hands-on course covering all aspects of low- to no-budget filmmaking. Pre-production, production, post-production and distribution will be covered. By the end of the course, the class will have collectively produced and distributed an actual film.
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VPT 1023 - Guerrilla Sound Credit(s): 3
This is an introductory hands-on production course for students interested in experiencing the process of creating a soundtrack for film or video. The course may be taken with VPT 1022 Guerrilla Filmmaking for a broader production experience and increased understanding of soundtrack design and creation. Basic sound design, recording and mixing are included using several industry standard software tools, including Pro Tools.
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VPT 1030 - Introduction to Desktop Video/Audio ★ Credit(s): 3
An introductory course for VPT students covering basic desktop computer operating systems and the technologies used to bring photographic (film, video, still) images and audio into the digital domain. Students will learn to prepare audio and video media from pre-production to postproduction, using applications that include QuickTime, Pro Tools and Avid, for analog and digital delivery systems and the internet.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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VPT 1045 - Technical Video Production ★ Credit(s): 3
Introduction to the basic technologies and processes used in video: the system and the equipment, the basic procedures, techniques and the process of design and production. Students shoot, edit in camera; analyze short projects; learn the basic principles of audio and visual communication; and employ the concepts and vocabulary of motion picture aesthetics. The production process and the job roles are examined throughout, from idea through shooting, through postproduction.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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VPT 1050 - Electronic Cinematography Credit(s): 3
This course will focus upon the technical and aesthetic aspects of motion picture photography (using an electronic camera), including image composition, lenses, aperture and shutter speed settings, how to “shoot for editing,” camera mounting equipment, field and studio lighting equipment and techniques, video signal test equipment and theory, and other various related technologies and grip equipment. The course will utilize “expert examples” by world- famous directorsof photography and feature hands-on assignments with professional-level facilities and equipment.
Corequisite(s): VPT 1045
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VPT 1090 - Campus Broadcast I: Studio Operations Credit(s): 3
Hands-on workshop providing beginning students with an opportunity to participate in live-to-tape studio television productions and to support VPT 1500 students as production crew for a variety of in-studio production. Camera, teleprompter, and character generator (graphics) operation; sound support and other technical aspects of production are included.
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VPT 1210 - Video Editing Credit(s): 4
The course is the second in a three-course sequence and is designed to increase student skills with Avid software, aesthetic theory, and application and practical use of linear and nonlinear editors.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 1030
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VPT 1220 - Final Cut Pro Credit(s): 3
This course is offered as a beginning-level Final Cut Pro HD course. Covers all aspects of the application, including multi-layered motion graphics, nested effects, multitrack soundtracks and compression for internet and DVD delivery.
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VPT 1400 - Scriptwriting for Mass Media ★ Credit(s): 3
Writing of visually oriented scripts for the following: commercials, training programs, communications and documentary programs, emphasizing the interdependence between the visual and auditory portions of the script.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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VPT 1500 - Campus Broadcast II: Producing & Directing for TV ★ Credit(s): 3
Studio production course emphasizing the development of producing and directing skills in preparation for developing news/communications programming for Pellissippi State’s on-campus video news magazine. Students will produce and direct studio programming using VPT 1090 students as production crew.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 1030 and VPT 1045 and VPT 1090
Corequisite(s): VPT 1015 and VPT 1210 and VPT 1400
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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VPT 2015 - Pro Tools Credit(s): 3
Advanced sound techniques, emphasizing creative control of audio and sound for picture using Pro Tools. Multiple soundtracks with voice, music, and effects will be produced, edited, and mixed for distribution in various formats, primarily for video and CD. The focus is primarily on stereo editing and mixing, although some surround concepts will be introduced.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 1015
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VPT 2016 - Advanced Pro Tools Credit(s): 3
Advanced Pro Tools sound techniques, emphasizing creative control of audio and sound for motion picture/film using Pro Tools. Multiple soundtracks with voice, music, and effects are produced, edited, and mixed for distribution in all major professional formats (DVD, gaming, film, music). The initial focus is primarily for stereo editing and mixing. Surround concepts are roughly 50 percent of the course.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 2015
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VPT 2215 - Advanced Editing Credit(s): 3
Advanced-level film/video editing with Avid nonlinear editors (NLEs). Course designed to train students in advanced-level skills by completing actual projects. Includes instruction in nested effects, keying, color correction and other higher-level processes. Unity LANshare mass storage and at least one HDV project included in instruction.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 1210
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VPT 2220 - Advanced Final Cut Pro Credit(s): 3
The goal of this course is to develop artistic skills as an editor, moving students from the role of technician to visual storyteller. The course introduces structural and aesthetic challenges and further develops technical editing skills. The course also covers color correction, audio sweetening, motion graphics, Photoshop, DVD menu design and other areas of student interest.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 1220
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VPT 2330 - Budgeted Production Credit(s): 3
A project course focusing on production management principles and budgeting in a collaborative environment. Students will produce a video for a client while working within a fixed budget and deadline.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 1015 and VPT 1045 and VPT 1210 and VPT 1400
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VPT 2400 - Advanced Scriptwriting ★ Credit(s): 3
Course addresses the writing of long format scripts that incorporate advanced concepts in dramatic writing for visual media, including the documentary and high-impact videos for corporate/instructional programs. Emphasis will be placed on understanding long form structure through reading and writing.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 1400
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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VPT 2500 - Campus Broadcast III: Electronic Field Production ★ Credit(s): 3
Electronic field production (EFP) course. Students will develop story ideas, write scripts, conduct and record video interviews, and edit news packages for the Pellissippi State video news magazine. Emphasis will be placed on establishing high production values, working to deadlines and with a team.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 1045 and VPT 1500
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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VPT 2660 - Independent Video Projects Credit(s): 3
An elective independent production opportunity offered to advanced VPT students in good standing who may wish to work on a project of their choice. Genre may be chosen by students pending approval of supervising instructor or VPT coordinator after submission of complete production plan before the end of the prior semester. Guidelines will be individually negotiated for successful completion of this course.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 2330 and consent of program coordinator
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VPT 2770 - Documentary Production Credit(s): 3
An advanced project course focusing on the documentary form as an opportunity for an individualized expression. Each student will be responsible for the creation of a documentary designed to communicate his or her point of view on a topical and/or controversial subject or issue.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 2330 and consent of program coordinator
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VPT 2910 - Campus Broadcast IV: Program Production Management Credit(s): 3
Advanced-level participation in the production and management of a campus video news magazine for and about Pellissippi State. Students will supervise the production of college news/communication programming and be responsible for program content, deadlines, technical quality, and assignment of personnel. Course will involve both field and studio production and postproduction. News gathering and writing skills will be emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 1400 and VPT 2500
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VPT 2960 - Remote Field Production Credit(s): 3
Hands-on workshop providing students with an opportunity to participate in live-to-tape on-location productions and to provide support for PSCC special events with an on-location production crew. Electronic field production (EFP) course. Students will develop story ideas, write scripts, conduct and record video interviews. Emphasis will be placed on establishing high production values, working to deadlines and with a team.
Prerequisite(s): VPT 1090
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WEB 1600 - Web Design I: Introduction to Web Technology Credit(s): 3
This course introduces the student to hypertext markup language (HTML), the language of the Web. Students produce and publish basic Web sites using HTML/XHTML/cascading style sheets (CSS), forms and tables. Students learn to use a scanner and graphics program to develop graphics for use in Web pages. Internet browsers and software used to produce Web pages and to post the pages to the Web are discussed. Web page design and research skills are developed. Building of a well-designed Web site is covered.
Prerequisite(s): ADMN 1100 or consent of program coordinator
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WEB 2000 - Dreamweaver/Fireworks Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to enhance skills and knowledge of the professional Web author by using cross-platform visual HTML editors, specifically Dreamweaver and Fireworks, for creating and managing Web sites and pages. The learner will use a variety of techniques, tools and activities designed to develop pages for the commercial/professional Web developer standard. The learner will plan, design, develop, and test fully compliant Web pages which conform to the specification given.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 1600 or CSIT 2230 or consent of program coordinator for WEB students; no prerequisite for CGT students
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WEB 2010 - Web Design II: Design Fundamentals Credit(s): 3
This course teaches hands-on skills and knowledge that Web design professionals are expected to understand. Students learn how to apply good design principles as they develop and publish Web sites. General topics include Web site development essentials (such as the development process, customer expectations, and ethical and legal issues), Web design elements (such as the site user’s experience, navigation, usability and accessibility, image files, graphical user interface site development software, and site publishing and maintenance), Web design principles and aesthetics, and advanced Web technologies (such as client-side and server-side technologies and Web databases).
Prerequisite(s): WEB 1600
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WEB 2110 - Flash Credit(s): 3
This fundamental Web animation course examines and demonstrates essential elements in creating vector-based graphics using Flash. The topics include vector versus bitmap images, timelines, special effects and use of plug-ins versus. HTML-only animations. The emphasis of this course will be on creating high-quality Web pages using principles of layout design, color theory as applicable to Web design and preparation of text for the Web.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 1600 or CSIT 2230 or consent of program coordinator for WEB students; CGT 1040 and CGT 2040 for CGT students
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WEB 2115 - Advanced Flash Credit(s): 3
This course teaches the basics of how to use Actionscript. Students learn how to use Flash and Actionscript to enhance Web site design. General topics include how to create Actionscript in external files, use XML documents in conjunction with Flash, write event handling functions, add interactivity, load external content, handle data, control timelines and animation, and work with text, images, sound and video.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 2110
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WEB 2120 - Audio/Video for the Web Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to familiarize students with the technologies associated with bringing photographic (film, video and still) images and audio to the internet environment and enable students to identify and use the tools which facilitate these media in Web sites. Appropriate media selection, software tools for encoding various media, delivery system attributes and limitations, associated file types, audio and video codecs and software players will be discussed. Students will learn to prepare aural and visual media for the Web by creating and encoding assigned projects.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 1600 or CSIT 2230 or consent of program coordinator for WEB students; VPT 1030 for VPT students
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WEB 2220 - E-Commerce Credit(s): 3
This course teaches students how to conduct business online and how to manage the technological issues associated with constructing an electronic-commerce Web site. Students will study how implementing technology can engage cardholders, merchants, issuers, payment gateways and other parties in electronic transactions.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 1600 or WEB 2010
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WEB 2300 - JavaScript Credit(s): 3
This course teaches developers how to use the features of the JavaScript language to design client-side, platform-independent solutions. Students learn how to write JavaScript programs, script for the JavaScript object model, control program flow, validate forms, animate images, target frames and create cookies. Students will also understand and use the most popular applications of JavaScript.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 2010 or CSIT 2230 or consent of program coordinator
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WEB 2350 - XML Credit(s): 3
XML document design teaches students how to create intelligent structured Web documents using the extensible markup language (XML). Students study the functions and relationships between XML and other members of the XML family of technologies, including the extensible hypertext markup language (XHTML) and extensible stylesheet language (XSL). They create and apply styling to XML documents in a series of hands-on labs that focus on the development of coding conventions and compliance with the rules for well-formed XML. This course provides a balance of training in theory, technology and hands-on development. The skills and concepts taught enable corporations to create consistent structured documents that can be published to a variety of output formats and media. The course covers XML document design as well as the basics of CSS, DHTML and XHTML.
Prerequisite(s): CSIT 2230 or WEB 2010
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WEB 2400 - Web Project Management Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to help students define the scope of projects; identify stakeholders, decision makers, and escalation procedures; develop detailed task lists; estimate time requirements; develop flow charts; identify required resources and budgets; evaluate project requirements; identify and evaluate risks; prepare contingency plans; identify interdependencies; identify and track critical milestones; participate in project phase review; secure needed resources; manage the control process and report project status.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 ; WEB 2010 or CSIT 2230
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WEB 2401 - Accessible Web Design & Compliance Credit(s): 3
This advanced course teaches authoring and design of Web pages and sites that comply with various standards, guidelines, and regulations. It examines legal requirements and emphasizes best practices and techniques for industry and e-commerce solutions. Web sites are reviewed for accessibility and usability. Students learn to apply POUR principles and universal-design concepts to their own creations, with exercises and projects that accommodate individuals with assorted disabilities (e.g., visual, mobility, auditory, cognitive). Case studies will be reviewed, and online resources for creating and accessing Web content will be used. Site conformance, assessment, maintenance and testing will be addressed in the context of the W3C WAI Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), Section 508, Telecommunications Act, and the ADA.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 1600 or WEB 2703 or consent of program coordinator
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WEB 2501 - Web Special Topics Credit(s): 1-3
A directed study and utilization of specific applications and software products within business and industry relevant to Web design. May be repeated, maximum 3 credits.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 1600 or CSIT 2230 or consent of program coordinator
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WEB 2603 - Server-side Web Development (PHP/ASP) Credit(s): 3
This course covers the server-side scripting languages of PHP and ASP and how the languages interact with a database. PHP and ASP objects will be covered.
Prerequisite(s): CSIT 1810 or WEB 2010
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WEB 2703 - Adobe Acrobat Credit(s): 1
This course focuses on the Web authoring tool Adobe Acrobat. Students will learn to create and publish documents for electronic distribution that can be viewed by anyone on any computer. Features such as document security, the ability to create a searchable index of multiple PDF documents, the ability to capture scanned documents and make them editable, and searchable and forms creation will be covered.
Prerequisite(s): CSIT 2230 or WEB 1600
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WEB 2710 - Web Design for Mobile Devices Credit(s): 3
This hands-on course provides students with the skills to develop content for mobile devices (cell phones, PDAs, etc.) using wireless markup language (WML), XHTML and CSS. Particular emphasis is given to designing for small screens, including interface design, usability and aesthetic style. Students also are provided an overview of the wireless industry, including infrastructure, device platforms and operating systems, and emerging trends in mobile technologies.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 2010
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WEB 2811 - Advanced Computer Graphics Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to enhance the computer skills of those using graphics programs to prepare images for the Web or for print. Students will learn to enhance and create digital images using Photoshop; optimize images for speed of download; place and manipulate type in an image; work with layers and masks; use filters for special effects; work with background images and transparent gifs; create image maps; use ImageReady to create animations, slices, Web photo gallery, and rollovers.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 1600 and MDT 2100 , or CSIT 2230 or consent of program coordinator
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WEB 2812 - Web Design III: Advanced Site Design Credit(s): 3
This problems-oriented course teaches the use of dynamic graphics elements to enhance Web pages and sites. Advanced concepts in page layout and site optimization are studied, with emphasis on principles used to craft dynamic Web pages that get noticed. Exercises and projects allow students to apply the principles of Web design to their own sites, which are created in the course.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 1600 and MDT 2100 , or CSIT 2230 or consent of program coordinator
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WEB 2902 - Web Team Practicum Credit(s): 1
A directed study and utilization of specific applications and software products within business and industry relevant to Web design. May be repeated for a total 3 credits.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 and WEB 2010
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WMN 2200 - Women in Society ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
An interdisciplinary analysis of women’s roles and opportunities in the United States based on current research in the social sciences. Attention will also be given to the changes in women’s societal roles throughout history.
♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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