2012-2013 Catalog & Handbook 
    
    Apr 25, 2024  
2012-2013 Catalog & Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


General Information

Learning support prerequisites: Enrollment in most college-level courses requires qualifying test scores or completion of learning support coursework. To determine eligibility for college-level courses, students who have tested into learning support courses should check the advising chart in the Academic Information and Services section of the Catalog or on the following Web page: www.pstcc.edu/departments/curriculum_and_instruction/advising/dsp.

Tennessee Board of Regents designations: Courses denoted with the ♦ symbol are general education courses transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system. Every TBR institution incorporates a common 41-hour general education core into its degree requirements and accepts all courses designated with the ♦ symbol as meeting these requirements. A complete matrix of courses that satisfy general education requirements at all TBR institutions is available on the TBR Web page, www.tbr.edu.

University of Tennessee designations: Courses denoted with the ★ symbol are Pellissippi State courses that receive direct course equivalency at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

 

Music

  
  • MUS 1300 - Ear Training I

    Credit(s): 1
    Development of proficiency in identifying and notating melodic, harmonic and rhythmic models. A computer laboratory component is included.

    Corequisite(s): MUS 1110 

  
  
  • MUS 2000 - Introduction to Music Literature ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Study of basic forms of music and accepted masterworks through chronological approach.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of program coordinator for non-music majors; no prerequisite for music majors

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • MUS 2110 - Music Theory III

    Credit(s): 3
    Study of music theory as it evolved from the Common Practice Period into the chromaticism of the Romantic Period. Exercise in writing and analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1120 

    Corequisite(s): MUS 2300 

  
  
  • MUS 2300 - Ear Training III

    Credit(s): 1
    Development of skill in identifying and notating complex melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic models. A computer laboratory component is included.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1400 

    Corequisite(s): MUS 2110 

  
  

Applied Music: Ensembles

Music ensembles are available to the entire student body and may be repeated for credit. Students majoring in music must participate in at least one ensemble during each semester in which they are enrolled in 6 or more credit hours.

  
  • MUS 1511 - Concert Chorale

    Credit(s): 1
    A non-auditioned chorale ensemble that performs musical literature of various styles appropriate for a large mixed group. Emphasis will be on developing healthy vocal technique, ensemble skills and performance practice knowledge. Students will be required to purchase performance apparel. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1521 - Variations

    Credit(s): 1
    A select choral ensemble that specializes in performing literature of many different styles appropriate for a small chamber group. Emphasis will be on ensemble skills, musicality and expertise in various choral performance practices. Membership is by audition only. Students will be required to purchase performance apparel. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor

  
  • MUS 1540 - Jazz Band

    Credit(s): 1
    Ensemble experience for those students who are proficient in a brass, woodwind or keyboard instrument; guitar; or trap set. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor

  
  • MUS 1545 - Bluegrass Ensemble ★

    Credit(s): 1
    This ensemble is designed for instrumental players and vocalists in the bluegrass genre. Opportunities also are provided for students who play or double on a second instrument. The course may be repeated for credit.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • MUS 1555 - Guitar Ensemble

    Credit(s): 1
    This ensemble is open to guitar players but might include some doubling on secondary instruments by the ensemble members. The course may be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1565 - Brass Ensemble

    Credit(s): 1
    This ensemble is open to brass players only. The course may be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1575 - Instrumental Ensemble

    Credit(s): 1
    This ensemble is open to players from all families of instruments particularly woodwinds and strings. The group performs music from the standard classical and popular literature as well as pieces from the Celtic tradition. The course may be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1585 - Harp Ensemble

    Credit(s): 1
    This ensemble is open to harp players of various levels of ability. Students must provide harp of any size and must have music reading skills. The course may be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1595 - Percussion Ensemble ★

    Credit(s): 1
    This ensemble is designed for players of percussion instruments. Opportunities also are provided for students who play or double on a second instrument. The course may be repeated for credit.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Applied Music: Class Instruction

Class instruction in music is available to any student.

  
  • MUS 1610 - Class Piano I ★

    Credit(s): 1
    Class instruction in basic techniques for students with no prior training in piano. Daily practice required.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • MUS 1620 - Class Piano II ★

    Credit(s): 1
    Continuation of MUS 1610 .

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1610  or consent of instructor

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Applied Music: Individual Instruction

 Applied music is available to the entire student body and may be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1710 - Piano/Non-major (half-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 1
    Private instruction in piano beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1711 - Piano/Non-major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in piano beginning at the student’s level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1712 - Piano/Music Major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in piano for the student majoring in music with a concentration in piano. May be repeated for credit. Solo class attendance required.

    Corequisite(s): Participation in an appropriate Pellissippi State ensemble

  
  • MUS 1720 - Voice/Non-major (half-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 1
    Private instruction in voice beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1721 - Voice/Non-major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in voice beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit

  
  • MUS 1722 - Voice/Music Major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in voice for the student majoring in music with concentration in voice. May be repeated for credit. Solo class attendance required.

    Corequisite(s): Participation in an appropriate Pellissippi State ensemble

  
  • MUS 1730 - Guitar/Non-major (half-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 1
    Private instruction in guitar beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1731 - Guitar/Non-major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in guitar beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1732 - Guitar/Music Major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in guitar for the student majoring in music with concentration in guitar. May be repeated for credit. Solo class attendance required.

    Corequisite(s): Participation in an appropriate Pellissippi State ensemble

  
  • MUS 1740 - Woodwind/Non-major (half-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 1
    Private instruction in woodwind beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1741 - Woodwind/Non-major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in woodwind beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1742 - Woodwind/Music Major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in woodwind for the student majoring in music with concentration in woodwinds. May be repeated for credit. Solo class attendance required.

    Corequisite(s): Participation in an appropriate Pellissippi State ensemble

  
  • MUS 1750 - Brass/Non-major (half-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 1
    Private instruction in brass beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1751 - Brass/Non-major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in brass beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1752 - Brass/Music Major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in brass for the student majoring in music with concentration in brass. May be repeated for credit. Solo class attendance required.

    Corequisite(s): Participation in an appropriate Pellissippi State ensemble

  
  • MUS 1760 - String/Non-major (half-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 1
    Private instruction in string beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1761 - String/Non-major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in string beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1762 - String/Music Major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in string for the student majoring in music with concentration in strings. May be repeated for credit. Solo class attendance required.

    Corequisite(s): Participation in an appropriate Pellissippi State ensemble

  
  • MUS 1770 - Percussion/Non-major (half-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 1
    Private instruction in percussion beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1771 - Percussion/Non-major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in percussion beginning at student’s entering level of proficiency. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUS 1772 - Percussion/Music Major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in percussion for the student majoring in music with concentration in percussion. May be repeated for credit. Solo class attendance required.

    Corequisite(s): Participation in an appropriate Pellissippi State ensemble

  
  • MUS 1780 - Contemporary Piano Styles/Non-major (half-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 1
    Private instruction in keyboard jazz, blues, pop and rock for students with intermediate piano skills. Daily practice and workbook assignments are required. May be repeated for credit.

    Corequisite(s): Consent of instructor and audition may be required

  
  • MUS 1781 - Contemporary Piano Styles/Non-major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in keyboard jazz, blues, pop and rock for students with intermediate piano skills. Daily practice and workbook assignments are required. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor and audition may be required

  
  • MUS 1782 - Contemporary Piano Styles/Music Major (one-hour lesson)

    Credit(s): 2
    Private instruction in piano for the student majoring in music with concentration in keyboard jazz. May be repeated for credit. Solo class attendance required.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor

    Corequisite(s): Participation in an appropriate Pellissippi State ensemble


Nursing

  
  • NURS 1150 - Fundamentals of Nursing

    Credit(s): 9
    An introduction to the practice of nursing, with emphasis on meeting therapeutic nursing care of adults and children with physiological, psychosocial, and perioperative needs. Topics include an introduction to pharmacotherapeutics, and application of fundamental concepts and the beginning development of nursing competencies. The study and application of nursing skills necessary to meet patient needs across the lifespan are included in this course. Five hours lecture and 12 hours clinical/lab experience per week.

    Corequisite(s): BIOL 2010  and PSYC 2130 

  
  • NURS 1160 - Lifespan Nursing I

    Credit(s): 9
    The course focuses on the therapeutic nursing care and modalities in the care of adults and children with emphasis on perioperative, cardiac, respiratory, and gastrointestinal/biliary systems. Based on the nursing process, this course focuses on health promotion in meeting patient needs in a variety of medical and surgical settings across the lifespan. Five hours lecture and 12 hours clinical/lab experience per week.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 1150  and PSYC 2130  and BIOL 2010 

    Corequisite(s): BIOL 2020  and ENGL 1010 

  
  • NURS 2150 - Lifespan Nursing II

    Credit(s): 9
    This course focuses on the therapeutic nursing care and modalities in the care of adults and children with emphasis on men’s health, musculoskeletal, integumentary, and endocrine systems. Based on the nursing process, this course focuses on care in a variety of medical and surgical settings, and alterations in behavior, thought, and mood, with emphasis on assessment, communication, care management, and clinical interventions. Five hours lecture and 12 hours clinical/lab experience per week.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 1150  and NURS 1160 

  
  • NURS 2160 - Lifespan Nursing III

    Credit(s): 9
    This course focuses on the therapeutic nursing care and modalities in the care of adults and children with emphasis on neurological/neurosensory, multisystem organ failure, hematological/oncologic/immunological systems, and maternal/newborn nursing. Based on the nursing process, this course further develops the competencies of family-centered assessment, communication, care management, and clinical interventions in care of patients across the lifespan. Five hours lecture and 12 hours clinical/lab experience per week.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 2150 

  
  • NURS 2170 - Transitions to Nursing Practice

    Credit(s): 3
    This course focuses on the application of the nursing process to assist the student to assume the role of the registered nurse. Emphasis will be placed on the development of professional behaviors. Highlights from each area of nursing practice will be reviewed, including knowledge and application of nursing processes appropriate to each stage of development, disease processes, application of the nursing processes to each state of development, and issues related to nursing practice.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 2160 


Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 1030 - Introduction to Philosophy ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    An investigation of the fundamental questions pertaining to reality, truth, freedom, the nature of humankind, the existence of God and social/political theory.

    ♦ 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.
  
  • PHIL 1300 - Critical Thinking ★

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to practical reasoning. This course covers the nature of deductive and inductive arguments, diagramming arguments, the search for implicit premises and conclusions and the role of falsehood, deception and emotion in reasoning. More important, PHIL 1300 is a careful study of argument construction and evaluation.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHIL 1500 - Philosophy & Film ♦

    Credit(s): 3
    Examines classical philosophical questions concerning knowledge, truth, minds, bodies, persons, morality, religion and the meaning of life as raised in and through the medium of contemporary film.

    ♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
  
  • PHIL 2010 - Survey of World Religions ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A comparative introduction to the origins, developments, teachings and practices of the major world religions, such as Taoism, Confucianism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.

    ♦ 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.
  
  • PHIL 2400 - Introduction to Ethics ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to moral theory and/or a consideration of a variety of moral problems, including abortion, suicide and euthanasia, capital punishment, women’s issues, sex and AIDS, animals and the environment 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.
  
  • PHIL 2420 - Ethical Theory & Its Business Applications ★

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to moral philosophy and a consideration of moral issues related to business, including corporate responsibility, employee rights, discrimination, investment, and advertising.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHIL 2450 - Medical Ethics ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This is a study of ethical issues in medicine. Topics include abortion, euthanasia, humane experimentation, and fairness in health care delivery and in the doctor-patient relationship.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Photography

  
  • PHO 1000 - Photography I ★

    Credit(s): 3
    An introductory course in the study of photography, with emphasis on the digital single lens reflex (D-SLR) camera. Exposure, metering, focus, depth of field, lenses, basic lighting, design elements and composition are explored. Basic principles of digital photographic capture are discussed. Students are responsible for providing their own D-SLR camera.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHO 1100 - Photography II ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Advanced study of camera controls, photographic systems, lenses and lighting techniques, including TTL flash. This hands-on study of advanced photographic theory explores these techniques in creative visual communication and how they relate to portrait, industrial, commercial photography, and other photographic genres. Students must have a D-SLR camera to obtain a dedicated TTL flash during the semester.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1000  or consent of program coordinator

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHO 1200 - History of Photography ♦

    Credit(s): 3
    Photography as an art form and means of communication, encompassing major movements in the medium, including Pictorialism, Photorealism and Postmodernism. The course provides an overview of the predominant artists, aesthetic intent and techniques encountered from the earlier precursors of the camera to today.

    ♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
  
  • PHO 1700 - Introduction to Studio Photography

    Credit(s): 3
    Students are introduced to the equipment used in studio photography, learn the fundamentals of studio lighting, and gain understanding in the use of the equipment and techniques to execute standard professional assignments and gain more creative control. Emphasis is placed on gaining technical skills, mastering necessary techniques and using studio lighting to obtain the desired aesthetic effect.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1000  or consent of program coordinator

    Corequisite(s): PHO 1100  and PHO 1890 

  
  • PHO 1890 - Photography Portfolio I

    Credit(s): 1
    Review, organization and presentation of first-year photography work for critical evaluation. Portfolios will be reviewed for camera mastery, lighting control, composition and aesthetics. A passing grade is required for continuance into second-year PHO courses.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1000  or consent of program coordinator

    Corequisite(s): PHO 1100  and PHO 1700 

  
  • PHO 2010 - Digital Imaging & Workflow

    Credit(s): 3
    This course is meant for photography students as an overview to the workflow and imaging techniques used by profesional photographers. Special emphasis is placed upon using best practices for backing up, tagging images for recall, non-destructive editing techniques, application-independent manipulations, working with high-resolution images, prepping images for delivery and obtaining high-quality prints.

    Prerequisite(s): CGT 1030  or consent of program coordinator

  
  • PHO 2060 - Advanced Digital Imaging Techniques

    Credit(s): 3
    Students explore advanced topics in digital photography. Emphasis is placed on gaining an understanding of the industry-standard tools available to manipulate a digital image and choosing the best methods and practices for creating an appropriate imaging workflow. Special attention is paid to technical details, including exposure theory, optical systems, dynamic range, resolution, color models, compression types and file formats.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 2010  or MDT 2100 

  
  • PHO 2100 - Nature & Travel Photography ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of basic location photography: nature, urban and rural. The emphasis is placed upon on-site photography, coping with changing lighting and weather conditions, equipment and material selection, and documentation. Students must provide their own D-SLR camera and are responsible for arranging transportation to and from shooting locations.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1000 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHO 2200 - Studio Still Life Photography

    Credit(s): 3
    An advanced study in executing still-life photography in a studio setting. Emphasis is on the use of D-SLR cameras, specialty lenses and professional lighting equipment to fulfill practical commercial and fine art assignments.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1700  and PHO 1890 

  
  • PHO 2300 - Portrait Photography

    Credit(s): 3
    Studio lighting and camera techniques are explored for portraiture. Students will use a D-SLR camera, as well as a variety of lighting equipment. Additional topics explored include posing, expression, emotion, genre, intended use, makeup, wardrobe, setting and evaluating images.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1700  and PHO 1890 

  
  • PHO 2400 - Photojournalism

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the methods and techniques of photojournalism as found in contemporary publications such as newspapers, magazines, and corporate publications. Topics include spot news, events, sports, features, environmental portraiture, photo essays, and professional practices.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1100  and PHO 1890 

  
  • PHO 2500 - Wedding & Event Photography

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the methods, techniques, and business practices of contemporary wedding and event photography. Topics include the bridal portrait, location lighting, candid photography, location portraits, special event photography, marketing, salesmanship, and working with vendors and clientele. Students should be proficient in on-camera flash and studio strobe use.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1100 , PHO 1700 , PHO 1890 

    Corequisite(s): PHO 2300  and PHO 2400  (Each may be taken prior to or concurrent with)

  
  • PHO 2700 - Special Topics in Photography

    Credit(s): 1-3
    Advanced photographic projects, emphasizing shooting techniques, imaging techniques, aesthetic exploration or academic research. May be repeated for a total 9 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1890 

  
  • PHO 2890 - Photography Portfolio II

    Credit(s): 2
    Students produce a working portfolio of their own photography to be used to represent their work in the marketplace. Emphasis is on selection of contents, materials and professional presentation. This course is meant for students who have completed the majority of their photographic coursework and are approaching graduation.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 2200  or PHO 2300  or PHO 2400 

  
  • PHO 2950 - Independent Photographic Projects

    Credit(s): 3
    This course is carried out independently by the student after consultation with a photography advisor to specify the details of the project. The student will report to the advisor during the course of the project to verify progress.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of program coordinator


Physical Education

  
  • PHED 1000 - Orientation to Exercise Science ★

    Credit(s): 1
    Overview of the professional and disciplinary area of exercise science, with emphasis on introductory field experience. For exercise science majors only.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 1001 - Orientation to Sport Management ★

    Credit(s): 1
    Overview of the professional and disciplinary area of sport management, with emphasis on introductory field experience. For sport management majors only.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 1010 - Lifetime Fitness ★

    Credit(s): 1
    Theory, knowledge and practical experience in principles of wellness relating to the healthful aspects of lifetime fitness.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 1020 - Beginning Bowling ★

    Credit(s): 1
    Selection of equipment, correct approach and release and scoring. Fee for facility and equipment rental.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 1030 - Beginning Softball ★

    Credit(s): 1
    Instruction in fundamentals, rules and strategies.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 1070 - Introduction to Skiing ★

    Credit(s): 1
    The fundamentals of skiing and skiing safety.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 1100 - Concepts of Wellness ♦

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to individual, optimal well being in a societal context, this course encourages students to examine their wellness-related behaviors, to take responsibility for those behaviors, and to develop individualized behavior change programs for lifetime health and wellness.

    ♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
  
  • PHED 1110 - Elementary Ballet ★

    Credit(s): 2
    Instruction and practice in elementary classical ballet techniques.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 1120 - Elementary Modern Dance ★

    Credit(s): 2
    Instruction and practice in elementary modern dance techniques.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 1130 - Elementary Jazz Dance ★

    Credit(s): 2
    Instruction and practice in elementary jazz dance styles and techniques.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2000 - Special Topics

    Credit(s): 1-3
    Opportunity to learn and participate in various sport, fitness and recreational activities. Content of the course will vary. The course might involve international travel and/or contain activities that require additional fees. The student will be responsible for paying all travel-related and/or activity-related expenses. The class content and travel itinerary, if any travel is involved, are determined by the instructor of the course.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor

  
  • PHED 2010 - Archery

    Credit(s): 1
    The introduction of skills, general rules, safety and techniques related to the sport of archery, with particular emphasis on acquisition of skills.

  
  • PHED 2050 - Basketball ★

    Credit(s): 1
    The introduction and development of basic skills, general rules and strategy, related to the game of basketball with particular emphasis on acquisition of skills.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2110 - Beginning Golf ★

    Credit(s): 1
    The introduction and development of basic skills and general rules related to the game of golf, with particular emphasis on acquisition of skills.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2160 - Beginning Karate ★

    Credit(s): 1
    The introduction and development of fundamental skills and general knowledge related to karate for fitness, self defense and sport. Particular emphasis will be placed on skill acquisition and physical conditioning.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2250 - Exercise to Music ★

    Credit(s): 1
    An exercise to music program designed to improve flexibility, muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2310 - Fitness Walking ★

    Credit(s): 1
    Theory, knowledge and practical experience in the principles of walking as it relates to fitness.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2330 - Beginning Racquetball ★

    Credit(s): 1
    The introduction and development of basic skills and general rules related to the game of racquetball with particular emphasis on acquisition of skills.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2340 - Soccer ★

    Credit(s): 1
    The introduction and development of basic skills, general rules and strategy related to the game of soccer, with particular emphasis on acquisition of skills.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2430 - First Aid, Safety & CPR

    Credit(s): 2
    Practice and application of the standards and accepted principles of safety and first aid. Students are also trained in infant, child and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as well as in the use of an automated electronic defibrillation device (AED).

  
  • PHED 2440 - Beginning Tennis ★

    Credit(s): 1
    The introduction of skills, general rules and strategy related to the game of tennis, with particular emphasis on acquisition of skills.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2450 - Intermediate Tennis ★

    Credit(s): 1
    Development of intermediate skills and strategy related to the game of tennis with, particular emphasis on control and auxiliary strokes.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2510 - Volleyball ★

    Credit(s): 1
    The introduction of skills, general rules and strategy related to the game of volleyball, with particular emphasis on acquisition of skills.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2520 - Weight Training ★

    Credit(s): 1
    The introduction of flexibility, cardiovascular and strength conditioning related to the sport of weight training. Safety and proper use of equipment are emphasized.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHED 2660 - Wilderness Orienteering

    Credit(s): 1
    The introduction of skills, strategy and instruction on using a topographical map and compass to navigate in wilderness terrain.

  
  • PHED 2900 - Human Motor Behavior ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Theories and principles explaining motor behavior; psychological factors related to and/or affecting motor skill acquisition and performance.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Physics

  
  • PHYS 1300 - Concepts of Physics ♦

    Credit(s): 3
    A survey of physics concepts and content as applicable to the Tennessee K-8 curriculum standards and the National Science Education Standards. Instructional topics include mechanics, heat, electricity, magnetism, sound and light.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1030 

    ♦ This is a general education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
  
  • PHYS 1310 - Mechanics & Heat I W/Lab ★

    Credit(s): 4
    A calculus-based introduction to mechanics and heat. This course covers vectors, Newton’s laws of motion, static and dynamic equilibrium of particles, work and energy, impulse and momentum, torque and rotational equilibrium, and elasticity. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1910 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHYS 1320 - Mechanics & Heat II W/Lab ★

    Credit(s): 4
    A calculus-based introduction to mechanics and heat. This course is a continuation of Mechanics & Heat I. It covers rigid body equilibrium, periodic motion, fluid mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, ideal gas behavior, oscillatory motion, and acoustics. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications.

    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1310 

    Corequisite(s): MATH 1920 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • PHYS 2010 - Noncalculus Based Physics I ★

    Credit(s): 4
    This course includes the basic principles of physics with their applications in pre-medical, -dental, -pharmacy, and -veterinary programs and covers mechanics, heat, and wave motion including sound. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1730 , or MATH 1710  and MATH 1720 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
 

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