2013-2014 College Catalog 
    
    May 02, 2024  
2013-2014 College Catalog [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/advising/resources/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/offices/academicaffairs.aspx?id=7879&terms=general education.

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

Courses

 

Engineering Science

  
  • ENS 1510 - Engineering Fundamentals I ★

    Credit(s): 4
    Calculus-based study of basic physics concepts, including vectors, kinematics, Newton’s laws, work-energy and impulse-momentum. Introduction to teamwork. Introduction to the engineering disciplines, examination of engineering principles and design issues; oral and written presentation skills.

    Corequisite(s): MATH 1910 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • ENS 1520 - Engineering Fundamentals II ★

    Credit(s): 4
    Calculus-based study of basic physics concepts, including statics, gravitation, oscillations, waves, fluid mechanics, heat and temperature, and first and second law of thermodynamics. Introduction to teamwork. Introduction to the engineering disciplines, examination of engineering principles and design issues; oral and written presentation skills.

    Prerequisite(s): ENS 1510  and MATH 1910 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • ENS 2021 - Engineering Mechanics ★

    Credit(s): 2
    Review of vector algebra. Statics of two- and three-dimensional objects. Analysis of two-dimensional trusses and frames. Geometric properties of cross-sections, including first and second moments and location of centroid. Inertial properties of rigid bodies, including moment of inertia and location of mass center.

    Corequisite(s): ENS 1520 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • ENS 2110 - Statics ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Vectors, forces and moments; equivalent force systems; free body diagrams; equilibrium, frames, trusses, friction; and shear and bending moment diagrams.

    Corequisite(s): MATH 1920 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • ENS 2310 - Dynamics ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Study of the kinetics and kinematics of rigid bodies. Also covered are such topics as centers of mass and mass moments of inertia.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1920 

    Corequisite(s): ENS 1520 

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

Engineering Technology

  
  • ENGT 1010 - Engineering Technology Technical Communication

    Credit(s): 3
    The student learns the basic skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully communicate in the technical environment. Various applications for word processing, problem solving and graphing, along with generating presentation aids for required technical presentations, are covered. Outcomes are accomplished through project-based, hands-on use of computer applications required by the department, including email, internet, Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and other program-specific software.

  
  
  • ENGT 2021 - Project Scheduling W/Lab

    Credit(s): 3
    This course covers methods used in planning, organizing and controlling construction projects. It includes the use of bar charts and critical path diagrams. Software is used to create project schedules. Emphasis is placed on time, resources and capital considerations for the project.

    Prerequisite(s): Second-year status or consent of program coordinator

  
  • ENGT 2995 - Engineering Technology Capstone

    Credit(s): 3
    A project or research-oriented course that emphasizes synthesis through collaborative learning. Students integrate and apply previous knowledge, skills and experiences they have learned in their major and other academic courses to complete a team-oriented project. The course emphasizes communication skills, critical thinking, problem solving, computer literacy and teaming skills.

    Prerequisite(s): Must be taken in the final semester or with program coordinator approval


English

  
  • ENGL 0800 - Learning Support English A

    Credit(s): 3
    Development of process-based writing strategies in preparation for college level courses across the curriculum as well as the workplace. The course emphasizes writing effective paragraphs and essays. Successful completion of ENGL 0800 satisfies the requirement for Learning Support Writing Competency Level One.

    Prerequisite(s): Placement Test score of 2, 3, or 4

  
  • ENGL 0810 - Learning Support English B

    Credit(s): 2
    Development of process-based writing strategies in preparation for college level courses across the curriculum as well as the workplace. The course emphasizes writing effective essays. Successful completion of ENGL 0810 satisfies the requirement for Learning Support Writing Competency Level One.

    Prerequisite(s): Placement Test score of 5

    Corequisite(s): ENGL 0820 

  
  • ENGL 0820 - Learning Support English Research/Revision

    Credit(s): 2
    Development and refinement of process-based writing strategies in preparation for college level courses across the curriculum as well as the workplace. The course emphasizes idea generation, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading expository essays in various modes of delivery and rhetorical contexts, including properly integrating outside sources when appropriate. Successful completion of ENGL 0820 satisfies the requirement for Learning Support Writing Competency Level Two.

    Prerequisite(s): Placement Test score of 6 or enrollment in or successful completion of ENGL 0800  or ENGL 0810 

  
  • ENGL 1010 - English Composition I ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Study and practice of expository and persuasive writing. Topics include critical reading and writing essays, with emphasis on research, writing processes and effective formatting.

    Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory placement test scores; or completion of learning support writing requirements

    ♦ 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.
  
  • ENGL 1020 - English Composition II ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Analytic writing based on the study of literature; study and practice of research writing.

    Prerequisite(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.
  
  • ENGL 1030 - Writing Workshop ★

    Credit(s): 1
    Tutoring-based course for students in ENGL 1010  or ENGL 1020  who want additional instruction in writing or who have been referred for additional instruction by their ENGL instructors. The course offers instruction in style and mechanics, paragraph development, essay structure, developing and documenting research papers, and writing about literature. To receive credit, students must satisfy the competency requirements established at the beginning of the instructional period and must meet with the instructor assigned to them a minimum of 15 hours per semester. Grading: P/NP.

    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in or completion of ENGL 1010 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • ENGL 1060 - Basic Pronunciation—ESOL

    Credit(s): 2-3
    A course to help international students improve their English speaking skills and master the patterns of English spelling. Students practice the production of English sound patterns and related spelling patterns. Highly recommended to all ESL students who do not have excellent pronunciation.

    Corequisite(s): ESOL 0921   and ESOL 0942 

  
  • ENGL 2060 - Introduction to Shakespeare ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This course introduces students to the poems and plays of William Shakespeare. Beginning with analysis and discussion of Tudor England, the Elizabethan world view, and the rise of lyric poetry in the 16th century, the course turns its attention to Shakespeare’s sonnets and his role as leading sonneteer of the age. From there students move to the theatre of Shakespeare and his contemporaries, reading such works as “Romeo and Juliet,” “Julius Caesar,” “Hamlet,” “Othello,” “King Lear,” “Macbeth,” “Antony and Cleopatra,” “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and “The Winter’s Tale.”

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • ENGL 2110 - Early American Literature ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the development of American literature from its beginnings to the War Between the States.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • ENGL 2120 - Modern American Literature ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    American literature from the War Between the States to the present.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • ENGL 2210 - British Literature: 650-1784 ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the development of British literature from three periods: Anglo-Saxon and Middle Ages, Renaissance and Restoration, and 18th Century.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • ENGL 2220 - British Literature: 1785-Present ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the development of British literature from three periods: Romantic, Victorian and 20th Century.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • ENGL 2310 - World Literature: 2500 BCE-1650 ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Ancient, Medieval and Renaissance literature.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • ENGL 2320 - World Literature: 1650-Present ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Enlightenment, Romantic and Modern literature.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • ENGL 2331 - African-American Literature ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This course introduces students to literature written by major African-American writers. It examines the vernacular (voice), the conventional literary devices and the diverse writing strategies. It also covers the universal themes found in the literature of the following periods: 1865-1919 (Narratives of Slavery and Literature of the Reconstruction to the New Renaissance) and 1919-1940 (the Harlem Renaissance). The course examines the writing of African-Americans found in the following genres: essays, short stories, drama and the novel. The course seeks to improve students’ abilities to read critically, to write analytically and to substantially increase their knowledge of African-American literary traditions and writers.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • ENGL 2510 - Introduction to Poetry ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of poetry as a unique genre of literature with an emphasis on the critical tools for reading poetry.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • ENGL 2520 - Introduction to Drama ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Critical tools for perceptive reading of play texts. Writing emphasis course.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • ENGL 2530 - Introduction to Fiction ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of fiction as a unique genre of literature, with an emphasis on the critical tools necessary for reading fiction.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • ENGL 2620 - Introduction to Poetry Writing ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This course introduces students to the fundamentals of writing poetry, focusing on free verse with a goal of eventual publication. Students learn techniques of composing and editing poems while gaining exposure to poets and poetry written by inspired practitioners.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • ENGL 2640 - Introduction to Fiction Writing ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This course introduces students to the fundamentals of fiction writing, including plot, characterization, exposition, point of view, dialogue and interior monologue. In addition to being introduced to techniques designed to produce imaginative fiction, students gain exposure to conventions of fictional genres such as horror, mystery, science fiction, graphic novel and historical novel.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • ENGL 2660 - Introduction to Playwriting ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Writing of plays in combination with study of models and techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020  or consent of instructor

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • ENGL 2670 - Introduction to Screenwriting ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Writing of screenplays in combination with study of models and techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020  or consent of instructor

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • ENGL 2950 - Business & Technical Writing ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Instruction and practice in the forms and techniques of business and technical writing and editing on the computer, with an emphasis on basic writing skills when necessary. It is recommended that students be able to type 20 wpm.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 

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

English for Speakers of Other Languages

  
  • ESOL 0921 - Reading I


    A reading course designed for non-native speakers.  This course focuses on vocabulary building strategies, reading for information, and basic reading strategies.  It prepares students to read material at an intermediate level of English.

    Corequisite(s): ENGL 1060  if in both  ESOL 0921 and ESOL 0931 

  
  • ESOL 0922 - Reading II


    A reading course designed for non-native speakers. This course includes critical thinking, note taking, techniques for increasing comprehension and vocabulary development. A wide range of readings and related discussion in this course are designed to help students apply reading strategies to English. Geared toward academic English for students who will be taking college credit courses.

    Prerequisite(s): ESOL 0921  or a score greater than or equal to 80 on the ESL Reading Placement Test.

  
  • ESOL 0931 - Writing I

    Credit(s): 3
    A writing course that prepares non-native speakers for Writing II. Students are introduced to a variety of English sentence structures, rules of punctuation, paragraph development, and summarizing.

    Corequisite(s): ESOL 0941 

  
  • ESOL 0932 - Writing II

    Credit(s): 3
    A composition course that prepares non-native speakers for college-level writing. Students are introduced to sentence structure, paragraph structure, multi-paragraph compositions, summary writing, documentation methods, and research formats.

    Prerequisite(s): ESOL 0931  or a score greater than or equal to 7 on the ESL Writing Placement Test

    Corequisite(s): ESOL 0942 

  
  • ESOL 0941 - Grammar I

    Credit(s): 3
    A course to help non-native English speakers create and understand increasingly complex sentence structures and phraseology. Opportunities for application of these structures in writing paragraphs and brief essays will be provided.

    Corequisite(s): ESOL 0931 

  
  • ESOL 0942 - Grammar II


    A study that investigates those more complicated aspects of English grammar which create difficulties for non-native speakers. Application of the learned structures to writing on the sentence and paragraph level is emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): ESOL 0941  ; or a score of greater than or equal to a 7 on the ESOL Writing Placement Test

    Corequisite(s): ESOL 0932 


Finance

  
  • FIN 2000 - Financial Management

    Credit(s): 3
    A survey of the essentials of business finance as applied to corporations, small firms and governmental units. Topics include financial needs, institutions, and instruments; concepts of risk and return; ratio analysis; capital budgeting; interest rates; and liability management.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 1010 

    Corequisite(s): MATH 1530 


French

  
  • FREN 1010 - Beginning French I ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to reading, writing, speaking and understanding the French language within a cultural context. Language laboratory required; listening and practice materials on a CD, coordinated with a workbook and computer exercises.

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

    Credit(s): 3
    Vocabulary building, grammar, conversation, and culture. Language laboratory required; listening and practice materials on a CD, coordinated with a workbook.

    Prerequisite(s): FREN 1010  or one unit of high school French

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • FREN 2010 - Intermediate French I ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Grammar, conversation, and aspects of French culture. Language laboratory required; listening and practice materials on a CD, coordinated with a workbook and computer exercises.

    Prerequisite(s): FREN 1020  or two units of high school French

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • FREN 2020 - Intermediate French II ★

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to French literature and film and a review of conversation skills. Language laboratory required; listening and practice materials on a CD.

    Prerequisite(s): FREN 2010  or three units of high school French

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

Geography

  
  • GEOG 1000 - Introduction to Geography ♦

    Credit(s): 3
    This course provides an introduction to geography with emphasis on place-name countries, bodies of water, cities and development of a geographical vocabulary.

    ♦ This is a General Education  course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.

Geology

  
  • GEOL 1005 - Special Topics in Geology

    Credit(s): 1-4
    Topics offered will provide students opportunities for undergraduate research as well as extended coursework in areas of faculty and student interest and student need.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor

  
  • GEOL 1040 - Physical Geology ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 4
    An introduction to study of the Earth. Physical processes that continuously change the Earth’s surface and interior are studied to understand the origins of rocks, volcanoes, earthquakes, continents, oceans, and the atmosphere. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1030 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • GEOL 1050 - Historical Geology ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 4
    A study of the interrelated physical and biological changes occurring during Earth’s 4.5-billion-year history. Geologic, biologic, and radiometric dating principles are used to interpret the rock and fossil records of change occurring on continents and in ocean basins that have affected the evolution of life on Earth. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1040 

    ♦ 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.
  
  • GEOL 1300 - The Environment W/Lab ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 4
    A study of the Earth’s environment and the natural and anthropogenic impacts that affect the environment. A review of Earth’s geology provides a basis for discussing environmental issues stemming from the rapid increase in world population and the associated demands for resources and energy. Focus is on current environmental issues such as water and air pollution, global warming, managing waste discharges, energy production, and how to manage change to ensure a high quality environment for generations that follow. Environmental issues will be further explored in weekly laboratory exercises.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1040 ; no prerequisite for Career Programs majors

    ♦ 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.
  
  • GEOL 1310 - Concepts of Earth Science ♦

    Credit(s): 3
    The study of the Earth’s environment and the natural and anthropogenic impacts that affect the environment. A review of Earth’s geology provides a basis for discussing environmental issues stemming from the rapid increase in world population and the associated demands for resources and energy. Focus is on current environmental issues such as water and air pollution, global warming, managing waste discharges, energy production, and how to manage change to ensure a high quality environment for generations that follow. Environmental issues will be further explored in weekly laboratory exercises. A course designed for students seeking the Associate of Science in Teaching degree; course focuses on the elementary education science concepts via the Next Generation of Science Standards.

    ♦ This is a General Education  course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.

German

  
  • GERM 1010 - Beginning German I ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to German.

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

    Credit(s): 3
    Continuation of GERM 1010 .

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 1010  or one unit of high school German

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • GERM 2010 - Intermediate German I ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Reading, writing and speaking German.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 1020  or two units of high school German

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • GERM 2020 - Intermediate German II ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Continuation of GERM 2010 .

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 2010  or three units of high school German

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

Health Science

  
  • HLTH 2010 - Management & Leadership for Health Care Supervisors

    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to management functions and leadership principles as they apply to health care organizations. Topics include principles of strategic planning processes, financial management, organizational theory, supervisory roles, management styles, employee performance problems, intervention strategies, and behavioral aspects of management across a variety of health care settings. Projects focus on the development of management and leadership knowledge and skills to prepare practitioners to assume professional responsibilities in health care management and administration fields.


History

  
  • HIST 1010 - Western Civilization I ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A survey of the ancient Western world to 1715.

    ♦ 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.
  
  • HIST 1020 - Western Civilization II ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A survey of the Western world from 1715 to the present.

    ♦ 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.
  
  • HIST 1110 - World Civilization I ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A survey of world history from the emergence of human civilizations to the 1500s. The course focuses on finding the order, meaning, and purpose in human events through a comparative study of the Western and non-Western historical experiences.

    ♦ 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.
  
  • HIST 1120 - World Civilization II ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A survey of world history from the 1500s to contemporary times. The course focuses on finding the order, meaning, and purpose in human events through a comparative study of the Western and non-Western historical experiences.

    ♦ 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.
  
  • HIST 2010 - U.S. History I ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A survey of U.S. history from settlement to 1877.

    ♦ 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.
  
  • HIST 2020 - U.S. History II ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A survey of U.S. history from 1877 to the present.

    ♦ 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.
  
  • HIST 2040 - African-American Studies ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A multidisciplinary approach to the African-American experience during the 19th and 20th centuries.

    ♦ 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.

Hospitality

  
  • HSP 1200 - Introduction to Hospitality ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This course is an introduction to the hospitality industry, with emphasis on the broad spectrum of hospitality organizations and career opportunities.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • HSP 1400 - Sanitation & Food Safety

    Credit(s): 2
    This critical course focuses on the many procedures and techniques to running a safe and sanitary kitchen. Students learn to identify food susceptible to hazardous microorganisms and gain insight into purchasing, storage, preparation, and serving procedures that promote food safety. Successful completion of this course is preparation for the ServSafe certification.

  
  • HSP 1420 - Nutrition for the Culinary Arts

    Credit(s): 3
    This course deals with nutrition within the culinary industry. The course provides a working knowledge of the components of nutritional well-being, as well as how to coordinate a working menu.

    Prerequisite(s): HSP 1400 

  
  • HSP 2075 - Purchasing & Cost Control

    Credit(s): 4
    This course is intended to provide the student with the methodologies and tools to control food, beverage, labor and other costs within a hospitality business. Hospitality purchasing principles are also explored. This course regularly uses basic mathematics.

  
  • HSP 2100 - Professional Beverage Management

    Credit(s): 3
    This course deals with the management of beverages within the hospitality industry context. The course provides students with a history of beverages within the industry as well as knowledge of the products, facilities, regulations and mixology.

    Prerequisite(s): HSP 1200 

  
  • HSP 2230 - Tourism & Travel ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This course examines the modes of travel and accommodations, travel behavior, the sociology of tourism, tourism components and supply, and tourism marketing and research. Destination geography and attractions are also explored.

    Prerequisite(s): HSP 1200 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • HSP 2250 - Professional Catering

    Credit(s): 3
    This course examines the requirements to start and operate a catering company. Topics of discussion include kitchen equipment, regulations, operations and business planning.

  
  • HSP 2260 - Hotel Operations ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This course familiarizes students with the development of the lodging industry in the United States and different functions within a hotel. The course focuses on the fundamental application of procedures used to effect a smooth transition from check-in to check-out.

    Prerequisite(s): HSP 1200 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • HSP 2300 - Food & Beverage Operations ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This course covers restaurant and food service operations, including facilities capabilities, personnel management, daily operations, sanitation, and facilities readiness.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • HSP 2320 - Quantity Food Production ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This course is a study and application of principles of quantity food production using institutional equipment and procedures. It includes quantity food planning, procurement and service.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • HSP 2950 - Hospitality Internship

    Credit(s): 3
    This course is a supervised work experience in the hospitality field requiring a minimum of 135 work hours. Work activities can range from entry-level to management training. Individual conferences are arranged instead of class attendance.

    Prerequisite(s): Second-year status, a minimum 2.5 GPA in HSP courses, pursuit of an A.A.S. degree with a Hospitality concentration, a completed internship application submitted to the coordinator of the BCT internships prior to the beginning of the enrolled term. Application is available on the Web: www.pstcc.edu/departments/bctpi.


Humanities

  
  • HUM 2100 - Leadership Development

    Credit(s): 3
    Students will develop the fundamental knowledge and skills required of effective leaders. Experiential learning exercises, interactions with peers and college and community leaders, and written assignments will be combined to illustrate the application of strategies required to successfully communicate with others, facilitate group or organizational activities, constructively resolve conflicts, and plan and implement activities or programs. Issues of diversity, personal growth and interpersonal relationships are explored within the context of leadership development.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 ; 15 college-level credit hours earned; 3.0 GPA; instructor approval

  
  • HUM 2810 - Introduction to Film Studies ♦ ★

    Credit(s): 3
    An overview of film history using selected world cinema feature films. Basic elements of film expression for understanding and analyzing narrative cinema. Some research is required.

    ♦ 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.

Information Systems

  
  • INFS 1010 - Computer Applications ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A computer literacy course introducing personal computers and computer applications software used in business. Emphasis is on developing computer operation skills using a basic operating system and Word, Excel and Access (Microsoft Office) software applications.

    Prerequisite(s): ADMN 1100  or equivalent

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

Interior Design Technology

  
  • IDT 1030 - History of Interiors ★

    Credit(s): 3
    History of architecture, interior architecture, furniture and decoration within cultural context, ancient through 19th century. Emphasis on Italian, French, and English traditions.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 1105 - Interior Design Fundamentals ★

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction and overview to the interior design profession, including history, building systems, design fundamentals, design process, elements and principles of design, space planning, and interior finishes and materials.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 1110 - Materials & Finishes ★

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to interior materials, finishes and textile products used in interior design. Course topics include building materials; criteria for selecting finish materials, flooring materials, wall coverings, window treatments, furniture construction, and upholstery; and selection of these appropriate interior materials and finishes.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 1200 - Textiles for Interiors ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the fundamental properties found in textile fibers, yarns, construction methods and finishes, and the application of these properties to interior textile products. Also includes analysis of test methods and standards relative to interior textile products to insure the health, safety, welfare and satisfaction of the consumer.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 1216 - Visual Communication: Studio II ★

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to three-dimensional sketching techniques that promote creative, visual and volumetric thinking. Emphasis is on rapid visualization, illustrative sketching, perspective, rendering and paraline drawings.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 1310 - Architectural Drafting: Studio I ★

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to architectural hand drafting and lettering standards, including the appropriate use and application of symbols and drafting techniques necessary to understand and produce architectural plans and construction documents.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 2030 - Modern Interiors & Architecture ★

    Credit(s): 3
    The development of architecture, interior architecture, and furniture from the 19th century to present in Europe and America. Focuses on design philosophies, cultural contexts, and influences of movements in fine arts, and technological advances.

    Prerequisite(s): IDT 1030 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 2110 - Space Planning, Codes & Human Factors ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Application of space planning techniques and methods with emphasis placed on human factors and the application of laws, codes, regulations and standards that protect the health, safety and welfare of the end-user while fulfilling the parameters of the design and meeting the needs of the client.

    Prerequisite(s): IDT 1310 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 2116 - Interior Design Presentation: Studio III ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Application of oral and graphic presentations of interior design solutions. A variety of skills, techniques and methods to visually communicate design concepts. Application of perspective, sketching, rendering and other methods to graphically delineate three-dimensional space.

    Prerequisite(s): IDT 1105  and IDT 1216  and IDT 1310 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 2306 - Computer Applications for Interior Design ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Computer-aided drafting skills for interior design applications, using industry-standard software. Course covers 2D and 3D architectural drafting and rendering techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): IDT 1310 


    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 2500 - Special Topics in Interior Design Technology

    Credit(s): 1-3
    Special projects and applications in emerging technology. Content will vary, as this course is a means for classes to explore certain topics in depth not covered in the general curriculum. May be repeated, maximum 9 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of program coordinator

  
  • IDT 2550 - Production Techniques of Interior Products ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This course stresses the development and application of knowledge and skills appropriate to the design and fabrication of products relative to the interiors field. Given the opportunity to incorporate the design process, the student will also apply appropriate safety and workmanship standards and the application of knowledge regarding appropriate tools, materials, and processes. Students will complete projects designed to provide practical experience in design theory and production techniques in areas such as woodworking, metalwork, and textiles.

    Prerequisite(s): IDT 1105  and IDT 1110  and IDT 1200  and IDT 2306 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 2606 - Digital Methods of Visual Presentation ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Application of visual design fundamentals, concept development for interior design and creative representation of design solutions. Emphasis is placed on the development of visual methods of communication, presentation techniques, craftsmanship and computer skill development, using various software applicable to the interior design industry.

    Prerequisite(s): IDT 1216  and IDT 1310  and IDT 2306 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 2611 - Kitchen & Bath Planning ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the aesthetic and technical elements of kitchen and bath design with emphasis on NKBA standards. Course includes task planning, movements, sensory mechanism, and aesthetic consideration into supportive and attractive furnishings, equipment, accessories, and lighting in kitchen and bath design.

    Prerequisite(s): IDT 1105  and IDT 1110  and IDT 1310 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.
  
  • IDT 2640 - Residential Design: Studio IV ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Design studio experience in residential interiors. Emphasis on problem solving through the application of the design process, building codes, universal and barrier-free design, as well as sustainable design.

    Prerequisite(s): IDT 1216  and IDT 2110  and IDT 2611 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at East Tennessee State University.

Journalism

  
  • JOU 2030 - Editing ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Methods and practice in judging news, editing copy, writing headlines, and designing newspapers and magazines. Emphasis on precise word use and news display. Writing skills specific to newspapers and magazines.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010  or COMM 1020 

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • JOU 2700 - Public Relations Principles ★

    Credit(s): 3
    Theories and principles of public relations. Overview of public relations in the management of business, government, institutions and organizations. Brief case studies and public relations projects.

    Prerequisite(s): COMM 1010 

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

Liberal Arts Studies

  
  • LAS 2020 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts

    Credit(s): 3
    Study and discussion of a selected topic in liberal arts. Content varies. May be repeated for a total 6 credits.


Management

  
  • MGT 2000 - Principles of Management ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of management through analyzing managerial functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling.

    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
  
  • MGT 2030 - Team Leadership

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of team leadership techniques needed for successful management. Student teams study the application of modern team management principles to leading, motivating, delegating and disciplining.

    Prerequisite(s): MGT 2000  or HSP 1200 

  
  • MGT 2050 - Human Resources

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of principles of human resource management, including equal employment law, recruitment, selection, and development and maintenance of the human resource.

    Prerequisite(s): MGT 2000  or HSP 1200 

  
  • MGT 2100 - Information Systems

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to information systems. The course takes the user perspective in the analysis of organizational information needs, system design, system acquisition and organizational impact of the system.

    Prerequisite(s): MGT 2000 ; and ADMN 1005  or INFS 1010 

  
  • MGT 2130 - Conflict Management

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of conflict management identifying core strategies for preventing and resolving both intermittent and chronic conflict in the workplace.

    Prerequisite(s): MGT 2000 

  
  • MGT 2160 - Quality Improvement

    Credit(s): 3
    This course is an introduction to quality management as a system through the application of statistical process control, W. Edwards Deming’s management philosophy and various quality management techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): MGT 2000 

  
  • MGT 2170 - Project Management

    Credit(s): 3
    This course is a study of project management including project software, project planning, cost and control.

    Prerequisite(s): MGT 2000 

    Corequisite(s): MATH 1530  or department approval

 

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