2017-2018 College Catalog 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2017-2018 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 on the Advising Resources webpage.

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 webpage.

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

 

Music

  
  • MUS 2800 - Introduction to Music Technology

    Credit(s): 2
    Basic instruction in using music notation and music production software.


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: 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.

  
  • 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 - Studio Orchestra

    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 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.


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 a 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 a 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 a concentration in Woodwind. 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 a 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 a concentration in String. 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 a 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 a 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

  
  • NRSG 1120 - Pharmacology I

    Credit(s): 1
    This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for providing safe pharmacological management for adults with chronic alterations in health.

    Prerequisite(s): NRSG 1710  or admission into Bridge-RN Pathway

    Corequisite(s): NRSG 1600  or NRSG 1620  

  
  • NRSG 1320 - Women’s Health & the Childbearing Family

    Credit(s): 3
    This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for the knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for women, infants, childbearing patients and families including pharmacological management.

    Prerequisite(s): NRSG 1710  or consent of dean/director

  
  • NRSG 1330 - Pediatric Nursing

    Credit(s): 3
    This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for children with alterations in health including pharmacological management.

    Prerequisite(s): NRSG 1710  or consent of dean/director

  
  • NRSG 1340 - Mental Health Nursing

    Credit(s): 3
    This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for clients with alterations in mental health including pharmacological management.

    Prerequisite(s): NRSG 1710  or consent of dean/director

  
  • NRSG 1341 - Current Topics in Nursing I

    Credit(s): 3
    This course is designed to enhance learning and competency development through study of topics of special interest.

    Prerequisite(s): NRSG 1710  

    Corequisite(s): Consent of dean/director

  
  • NRSG 1600 - Transition to Professional Nursing

    Credit(s): 6


    This course is designed to assist the student in transitioning to the role of the professional nurse.  This course is not transferable for meeting degree requirements.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2010  and BIOL 2020  and ENGL 1010  and PSYC 1030  and acceptance and admission to the Associate of Applied Science degree program in Nursing at Pellissippi State Community College

    Corequisite(s): NRSG 1120  and one unduplicated course chosen from NRSG 1320  or NRSG 1330  or NRSG 1340  

     

     

  
  • NRSG 1620 - Medical Surgical Nursing I

    Credit(s): 6
    This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for adults with alterations in health that are primarily chronic in nature.

    Prerequisite(s): NRSG 1710  

    Corequisite(s): NRSG 1120  and one unduplicated course chosen from NRSG 1320  or NRSG 1330  or NRSG 1340  

  
  • NRSG 1710 - Fundamentals of Nursing

    Credit(s): 7
    An introduction to the core concepts that provide the basis for knowledge, skills and attitudes that emphasize fundamental principles necessary to provide safe nursing care for individuals with basic alterations in homeostasis and health to include clinical and lab.

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance and admission to the Associate of Applied Science degree program in Nursing at Pellissippi State Community College

  
  • NRSG 2130 - Pharmacology II

    Credit(s): 1
    This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for providing safe pharmacological management for adults with acute alterations in health.

    Prerequisite(s): NRSG 1600  or NRSG 1620  
        and
    NRSG 1120 
        and
    one unduplicated course chosen from NRSG 1320  or NRSG 1330  or NRSG 1340  

    Corequisite(s): NRSG 2630  

  
  • NRSG 2140 - Pharmacology III

    Credit(s): 1
    This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for providing safe pharmacological management for adults with complex alterations in health.

    Prerequisite(s): NRSG 2130  and NRSG 2630  and at least two unduplicated courses chosen from NRSG 1320  or NRSG 1330  or NRSG 1340  

    Corequisite(s): NRSG 2240  and NRSG 2640  

  
  • NRSG 2240 - Professional Practice in Nursing

    Credit(s): 2
    This course examines management and leadership concepts, issues, roles and functions as applied to the role of the professional nurse in various health care settings.

    Prerequisite(s):  NRSG 2130  and NRSG 2630  and two unduplicated courses chosen from NRSG 1320  or NRSG 1330  or NRSG 1340  

    Corequisite(s):  NRSG 2140  and NRSG 2640  

  
  • NRSG 2630 - Medical Surgical Nursing II

    Credit(s): 6
    This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for adults with alterations in health that are primarily acute in nature.

    Prerequisite(s): NRSG 1120  
        and
    NRSG 1600  or NRSG 1620 
        and
    one unduplicated course chosen from NRSG 1320  or NRSG 1330  or NRSG 1340  

    Corequisite(s):  NRSG 2130  

  
  • NRSG 2640 - Medical Surgical Nursing III

    Credit(s): 6
    This course applies the core concepts that provide the basis for knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for providing safe nursing care for adults with alterations in health of a more complex nature.

    Prerequisite(s):  NRSG 2130  and NRSG 2630  and at least two unduplicated courses chosen from NRSG 1320  or NRSG 1330  or NRSG 1340  

    Corequisite(s):  NRSG 2140  and NRSG 2240  

  
  • 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 mental health, renal/urinary system, men’s health, endocrine system and maternal/newborn nursing and pharmacotherapeutics across the lifespan.  Based on the nursing process, this course focuses on care in a variety of medical, surgical, and community settings. The student will complete 90 hours of lecture and 135 hours of clinical/lab over the semester.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 1160 or NURS 1170

  
  • 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 women’s health, gastrointestinal/hepatic/biliary, hematological/oncologic/immunological, sensorineural, neurological, musculoskeletal systems and pharmacotherapeutics across the lifespan.  Based on the nursing process, this course focuses on care in a variety of medical, surgical and community settings. The student will complete 90 hours of lecture and 135 hours of clinical/lab over the semester.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 2150  

    Corequisite(s): NURS 2170  

  
  • NURS 2170 - Transitions to Nursing Practice

    Credit(s): 3
    The hybrid course provides the foundation for understanding organizational behavior, developing nursing leadership and management skills to assist the student in the transition to registered nurse. Emphasis will be placed on the development of professional behavior. The student will complete 45 hours of lecture over the semester.

    Prerequisite(s): NURS 2150  

    Corequisite(s): NURS 2160  


Paralegal Studies

  
  • LEGL 1300 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies & Ethics

    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to the work performed by paralegals, regulation of the profession, legal and paralegal ethics, structure of the court systems and survey of substantive areas of law.

    Corequisite(s): ENGL 1010  

  
  • LEGL 1310 - Law in Society

    Credit(s): 3
    An examination of law as a process through which social problems are addressed in the United States. Introduction to the Constitution and to its interpretation by the Supreme Court in case law. Exploration of factors affecting decisions of lawmakers, both legislative and administrative, and of law enforcement agencies.

  
  • LEGL 1315 - Technology in the Law Office

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to computer hardware and software applications commonly used in the law office.

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 1320 - Legal Research

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to the principles of legal research including traditional and online resources.

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 1330 - Legal Writing

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to skills necessary to create written documents used in the legal workplace.

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 1340 - Family Law

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to the substantive and procedural laws in family law with emphasis on paralegal tasks.

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 1350 - Torts

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to state and federal law applicable to civil injury and property damage.

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 1360 - Criminal Law

    Credit(s): 3
    Survey of state and federal law of crimes and criminal procedure and the paralegal’s role in criminal cases.

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 1370 - Trusts & Estates

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to estate planning and administration and the paralegal’s role in the probate area.

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 2300 - Special Topics in Paralegal Studies

    Credit(s): 3
    Study and discussion of a selected topic in law. Content will vary. May be repeated with program coordinator’s consent. 

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 2305 - Law & Medicine

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to laws regulating the health care industry, medical research, with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in obtaining and organizing medical records.

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 2330 - Contract Law

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to the substantive area of contract law and the Uniform Commercial Code, with emphasis on drafting and analyzing different types of documents related to contracts.

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 2340 - Property Law

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

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 2350 - Bankruptcy & Creditor Rights

    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to bankruptcy procedures with emphasis on paralegal tasks.

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300  

  
  • LEGL 2380 - Civil Litigation Skills I

    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to civil litigation and practices in federal and state courts and practical law office skills.

    Prerequisite(s):  LEGL 1320  and LEGL 1330  

  
  • LEGL 2385 - Civil Litigation Skills II

    Credit(s): 3
    A project-oriented course designed for students to draft pleadings and legal documents in conformity with state and federal rules of procedure as well as local, state and federal court rules.

    Prerequisite(s): LEGL 2380  

  
  • LEGL 2390 - Legal Internship

    Credit(s): 3
    Supervised practical experience in a legal environment in which the student is assigned definite paralegal tasks and responsibilities. Classroom instruction is arranged to support the field experience.


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 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 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.

    Note: this course does not fulfill a General Education requirement.
    ★ 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.

    Note: this course does not fulfill a General Education requirement.
    ★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Photography

  
  • PHO 1000 - Photography I ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A beginning course in the study of photography as visual communication. Basic principles of digital photographic capture are explored, as well as composition, design elements, technical principles of photography and camera theory, and basic digital editing using Adobe Photoshop and Bridge on the Macintosh computer. Students are responsible for providing a digital camera. Photography/Media Technologies concentrations, along with those interested in continuing on to other Photography courses, should have a digital single-lens reflex camera (DSLR).

    ★ 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 using the digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera and camera-mounted through-the-lens (TTL) flash. Students learn how to achieve professional-quality images by using appropriate camera settings and controls. Students are responsible for providing their own DSLR and TTL flash.

    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 

  
  • PHO 2010 - Digital Imaging & Workflow

    Credit(s): 3
    An overview of the workflow and imaging techniques used by professional photographers and digital retouchers using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Special emphasis is placed on using best practices for backing up, tagging images for recall, nondestructive editing techniques, application-independent manipulations, working with high-resolution images, prepping images for delivery and obtaining high-quality prints.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1000  or equivalent

  
  • 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  

  
  • PHO 2100 - Nature & Travel Photography ★

    Credit(s): 3
    A study of basic location photography: nature, urban and rural. The emphasis is placed on on-site photography, coping with changing lighting and weather conditions, equipment and material selection, and documentation. Students must provide their own DSLR 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 DSLR cameras, specialty lenses and professional lighting equipment to fulfill practical commercial and fine art assignments.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1700 

  
  • PHO 2300 - Portrait Photography

    Credit(s): 3
    Studio lighting and camera techniques are explored for portraiture. Students use a DSLR 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 

  
  • 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 

    Corequisite(s): PHO 2010 

  
  • 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 bridal portrait, location lighting, candid photography, location portrait, and special event, as well as marketing, sales, and working with vendors and clientele. Students should be proficient in on-camera flash and studio strobe use.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1100  and PHO 1700 

    Corequisite(s): PHO 2300  or PHO 2400 

  
  • 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, maximum 9 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1100  and PHO 1700 

    Corequisite(s): Topic dependent

  
  • PHO 2701 - Emerging Trends in Photography

    Credit(s): 1-4
    Recent innovations and developments in the field are explored using advanced shooting techniques, digital imaging techniques, aesthetic exploration, or academic research. May be repeated, maximum 9 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): PHO 1000  and PHO 1100  and PHO 1700 

  
  • PHO 2810 - Photography Business Practices

    Credit(s): 2
    An in-depth overview of the issues faced by professional photographers and photography business owners. Interrelation of media disciplines, professional organizations, media ethics and law, intellectual property, subject and client rights, and professional standards are explored. This class is focused on aspiring photographic media professionals, with special attention on marketing, pricing, business plans, and other concerns of freelancers.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of program coordinator

    Corequisite(s): MDT 2998  and PHO 2890  

  
  • PHO 2890 - Photography Portfolio

    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): Permission of program coordinator

    Corequisite(s): MDT 2998  and PHO 2810  

  
  • 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 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 1005 - Introduction to Exercise Science ★

    Credit(s): 3
    This course is an introduction to professional programs of study, including kinesiology, exercise science, physical education, and sports and leisure studies.  This course is designed to acquaint students with the history and science of exercise and sport, to provide a better understanding of the role exercise plays in relation to education, medicine, and the society at large, and to help students choose the career most appropriate to their interests and capabilities.

    ★ 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 1080 - Introduction to Snowboarding

    Credit(s): 1
    Focus will be placed on fundamentals of snowboarding and snowboarding safety with particular emphasis on acquisition of skill. Snowboarders of all skill levels are welcome in this course. Students who already ride/board are evaluated by skill level and placed into appropriate groups. Boarders are able to progress through skill levels from beginners through advanced. Skills are taught according to the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI) guidelines and criteria. 

  
  • 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.
 

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