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APE 2020 - Production Logistics Management Credit(s): 3
This course covers the business and management concepts within the entertainment and media production industry. Topics include management of artists, tours and venues as well as copyright law and contracts in the areas of recording, publishing, concerts and events. Individual travel to events is a requirement of the course.
Prerequisite(s): APE 1016 and APE 1400 and APE 2015
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APE 2091 - Ableton Live and Music Editing Credit(s): 3
This course covers advanced sound techniques with an emphasis on creative control of audio and sound for picture using Ableton Live. Multiple soundtracks with voice, music, and effects will be produced, edited, and mixed for distribution in various formats, primarily for video and digital audio formats.The focus is primarily on music creation, sound design, multitrack editing and mixing. Editing of music to fit precise lengths while keeping the integrity of the music is a key skill, as is the ability to customize a sound effect for a seamless match to picture. Sound design techniques and tools using found sounds is also introduced.
Prerequisite(s): APE 1090 and APE 2015
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APE 2416 - Advanced Live Sound Production Credit(s): 3
This course is an in-depth study of live audio production equipment processes as well as digital system analysis, configuration, deployment, and stage rigging. Analog and digital systems are used to configure, mix and produce for a variety of live sound reinforcement scenarios. Emphasis is placed on live sound PA management, system design, RF management, virtual sound check, AOE networks, truss rigging, PA flying and professional development for multiple live sound environments including corporate meetings, performance/club venues, houses of worship, location film/video and live broadcast/streaming. Individual travel to events is a requirement of the course.
Prerequisite(s): APE 1016
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APE 2432 - Advanced Pro Tools for Picture Credit(s): 3
This course covers advanced Pro Tools sound design techniques with an emphasis on creative control of audio for picture and file delivery formats. Multiple soundtracks with voice, music, and effects are produced, edited, and mixed for video. The initial focus is primarily for stereo editing, mixing and file formats. An understanding of Pro Tools navigation, operations and recording techniques is needed.
Prerequisite(s): APE 2016
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APE 2433 - Advanced Pro Tools for Music Credit(s): 3
This course covers specific techniques for working with AVID Pro Tools Ultimate 2020 in a professional studio and music production environment. Multiple exercises in applying advanced music production concepts are implemented to demonstrate proficiency within Pro Tools Ultimate. The initial focus is primarily for stereo editing and mixing.
Prerequisite(s): APE 2016
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APE 2450 - Sound Design for Picture Credit(s): 3
This course consists of lectures, demonstrations and hands-on projects which expose students to approaches, techniques and considerations when creating sound design for different visual platforms such as television, film, game and Web. Topics include sound effects, field recording, ADR, Foley, editing, sound mixing, synchronization, workflow, data interchange, routing structures, deliver methods and sound design aesthetics. Individual travel to events is a requirement of the course.
Corequisite(s): APE 2015
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APE 2460 - Advanced Audio for Dolby ATMOS Credit(s): 3
This course covers advanced Pro Tools sound design techniques with an emphasis on creative control of audio and sound for immersive audio formats such as Dolby ATMOS, ambisonic and virtual reality formats. Multiple soundtracks with voice, music, and effects are produced, edited, and mixed for Dolby ATMOS, ambisonic and VR formats. The initial focus is primarily for spacial audio editing and mixing. Understanding basic navigation and programming in Dolby ATMOS Mastering Suite is included.
Prerequisite(s): APE 2432
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APE 2550 - Applied Audio Electronics Credit(s): 3
This course consists of lectures, demonstrations and hands-on projects which expose students to approaches, techniques, and considerations when working with audio equipment such as cables, amplifier, speakers and microphones. Topics include soldering, electrical current, material sciences, material fabrication, repair, design, construction, proper configuration, durability and application. Additional topics include acoustic design aesthetics. Focus is on building and repairing various electronic audio equipment. Hands-on assignments require work inside and outside of class. Individual travel to events is a requirement of the course.
Prerequisite(s): APE 1016
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APE 2910 - Audio Production Technology Capstone ■ Credit(s): 3
This is a project-oriented course that emphasizes planning, execution, and completion of a large-format media project. The course emphasizes use of technical skills, subjective/esthetic judgments, applied Pro Audio skills, critical thinking, diplomatic client and teamwork skills, self/continuing education, problem solving, and critical listening ability. Individual travel to events is a requirement of the course.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of program coordinator
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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BIOL 1000 - Special Topics in Biology ■ Credit(s): 1-4
Study and discussion of a selected topic in biology. Content will vary, as this course is a means for classes to explore certain biology-related topics in depth. Classes may be taught by visiting professors. May be repeated, maximum 6 credits.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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BIOL 1010 - Introduction to Biology ■ ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
This course introduces the scientific method and its importance in biological science and society. Topics include the chemical and cellular basis of life; cellular, plant, and animal organization and reproduction; metabolism and digestion; genetic information processing; basic principles of inheritance; and the body’s defense system. The course emphasis is on local and global significance of modern scientific issues, scientific literacy, and informed decision making for the student not majoring in biology. The course includes three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory applications each week.
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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BIOL 1020 - Diversity of Life ■ ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
This course provides a survey of the diverse forms of life and the evolutionary process leading to this diversity. This course highlights representative members of living organisms, characteristics, importance, and their interconnected relationships. Ecological interactions between organisms and the environment with a focus on environmental problems and their solutions will be addressed. Structure and function of the human organism, and the impact of our personal choices on our health and wellness, as well as the environment, will be considered. The course is for the student not majoring in biology and includes three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory applications each week.
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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BIOL 1110 - General Biology I ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
Chemical basis of life; cell structure and function, including energy metabolism; cell division; DNA and gene regulation; Mendelian and molecular genetics; evolution. Course includes three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory applications each week.
♦ 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 if both BIOL 1110 and 1120 are completed.
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BIOL 1120 - General Biology II ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
Plant and animal anatomy (tissues, organs and organ systems), physiology, reproduction, and growth; microorganisms; fungi; ecology. Course includes three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory applications each week.
♦ 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 if both BIOL 1110 and 1120 are completed.
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BIOL 2000 - Independent Scientific Investigation Credit(s): 2
Independent laboratory, library or field research in biology under the supervision of a consenting faculty member. Designed to develop an interest in biology and the application of techniques of scientific research. Students may accumulate up to 6 credit hours; a minimum of four hours of research is required each week. Intended as elective credit and may not be applied toward general education requirements.
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BIOL 2010 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
A study of basic biological chemistry, cellular structure and function (including cellular respiration, protein synthesis, and cell division); histology; and integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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BIOL 2020 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
A study of the anatomy and physiology of blood and the circulatory, immune, respiratory, digestive, excretory, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2010
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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BIOL 2040 - General Ecology ★ Credit(s): 4
Relationships between organisms and their environment are investigated. Topics include populations, communities, and ecosystems, including human environmental problems. Field trips are required. Four hours of lecture, with announced field trips.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of BIOL 1110 and BIOL 1120 , or BIOL 2310 and BIOL 2320 , or consent of instructor.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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BIOL 2120 - General Genetics ★ Credit(s): 4
Topics that will be covered include: Mendelian genetics, chromosomal inheritance, modified Mendelian ratios, chromosome mapping, linkage, gene and chromosomal mutations, recombination, gene expression, recombinant DNA technology, transposable elements, extranuclear genome, population genetics, and quantitative genetics. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110 and BIOL 1120 , and
CHEM 1010 or CHEM 1110 ;
or consent of instructor.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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BIOL 2130 - Microbiology ★ Credit(s): 4
An introductory course in microbiology dealing with bacteria, fungi, yeast, and viruses to include discussions of cell structure, identification, taxonomy, metabolism, genetics, resistance, infection, disease, and immunity. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110 or BIOL 2010 or CHEM 1010 or CHEM 1110
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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BIOL 2180 - General Evolution ★ Credit(s): 3
A general survey of basic concepts of evolutionary biology, including but not limited to (1) the history of the field, (2) major lines of evidence explaining the observed diversity and nature of life on earth, (3) concepts of genetics, fitness and adaptation in micro- and macro-evolution, (4) modes of speciation and patterns of evolutionary processes, (5) population genetics and principles of systemic biology and (6) paleontology and human evolution.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110 and BIOL 1120
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BIOL 2310 - General Botany I ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
Introduction to taxonomy through tree identification, basic organization and function of cells, respiration, photosynthesis, genetics (including meiosis, mitosis, Mendelian inheritance), survey of plant kingdom (bacteria, algae, fungi, mosses, ferns, conifers, and flowering plants).
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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BIOL 2320 - General Botany II ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
Plant growth, anatomy, growth regulation; uptake and transport; origin of life and mechanism of evolution; ecology, importance to humans and environmental concerns.
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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BIOL 2400 - Principles of Nutrition ■ ★ Credit(s): 3
Human nutrition for the lifespan, including biochemistry of body nutrients, health and disease, government and scientific guidelines.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2010 or CHEM 1010
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
Note: this course does not fulfill a General Education requirement.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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BUSN 1305 - Introduction to Business ■ Credit(s): 3
This course provides an introduction to the business environment. Topics may include business ownership and organization, management, marketing, business ethics, accounting, economics, finance, and business careers.
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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BUSN 1340 - Small Business Management Credit(s): 3
This course is a study of the techniques of organizing and operating a small business, which may include development of the business plan, finance options, management of human resources, the firm’s assets and risk, global opportunities, and exit strategies.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 1010
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BUSN 2330 or HMGT 1030
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department approval
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BUSN 1380 - Supervisory Management Credit(s): 3
This course provides for the development of supervisory ability and judgment through a presentation of the principles and techniques of effective supervision. Topics may include functions of a supervisor, communication, motivation, training and the changing workplace.
Prerequisite(s): BUSN 2330 or HMGT 1030
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BUSN 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): BUSN 2330
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BUSN 2180 - Team Practicum Credit(s): 3
A management simulation that is a culmination of the student’s academic studies. This course gives experience in applying theories and skills from various business disciplines to self-managed team problem solving through the use of readings, case studies, simulations, role plays, and guest speakers.
Corequisite(s): BUSN 1380 and BUSN 2340
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BUSN 2320 - Business Finance Credit(s): 3
An examination of financial principles that may include financial statement analysis, risk and return relationships, time value of money, valuation of assets, capital budgeting, and working capital management.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 1010
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BUSN 2330 - Principles of Management ■ ★ Credit(s): 3
This course is a study of management through analysis of the functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling.
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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BUSN 2340 - Human Resource Management ■ Credit(s): 3
This course provides a study of principles of human resource management which may include equal employment law and the recruitment, selection, and development of the human resources.
Prerequisite(s): BUSN 2330 or HMGT 1030
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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BUSN 2350 - Organization Behavior ■ Credit(s): 3
This course examines the importance of understanding human relations in the workplace and developing the skills necessary to foster more effective communication and motivation.
Prerequisite(s): BUSN 2330
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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BUSN 2370 - Legal Environment of Business ■ Credit(s): 3
This is a study of the principles of the American legal system as they relate to the conduct of business in our society.
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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BUSN 2380 - Principles of Marketing ■ Credit(s): 3
This course is a study of basic marketing principles and practices, including the selection of target markets and the development of the marketing mix (product, price, promotion, and place of distribution).
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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BUSN 2385 - Project Design & Management Credit(s): 3
This course provides an overview of the tools and techniques needed to plan, execute, and evaluate projects successfully.
Prerequisite(s): BUSN 2330
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BUSN 2391 - Special Topics in Business Credit(s): 1-3
This course is designed to cover emerging technologies and new products, theories and applications. Content will vary as this course is a means for classes to explore topics not covered in the general curriculum. May be repeated for credit with department approval.
Prerequisite(s): BUSN 1305 or BUSN 2330 or department approval
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BUSN 2395 - Business Applications ■ Credit(s): 3
This capstone course requires students to apply critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills to a real or simulated business environment.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 1010
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BUSN 2330 or HMGT 1030
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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BUSN 2420 - Customer Service ■ Credit(s): 3
A practical course designed to prepare students to meet and exceed customers’ expectations. The course focuses on communication, including listening, electronic, verbal, nonverbal, and telephone communication skills and communicating in difficult and diverse customer situations. Techniques for learning involve simulations, observation research and an individual skill-building project.
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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BUSN 2471 - Management Internship Credit(s): 3
This course is a supervised off-campus work experience with area businesses and organizations in the management field. Individual conferences are arranged instead of class attendance.
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BUSN 2510 - Emerging Trends in Technology Credit(s): 1-3
This dynamic course is designed to explore emerging trends in technology. Trends to be determined from consults with advisory committees, the College’s Educational Technology Services area and research of the industry’s best practices. The content of this course will be updated each semester.
Prerequisite(s): department approval
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CHEM 1010 - Introductory Chemistry I ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
This course is an introduction to the principles and concepts of general chemistry. Topics include: atomic structure, periodic law, bonding, gas laws, liquid and solid states, solutions, acids and bases, oxidation and reduction, kinetics, and equilibrium. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.
Prerequisite(s): High school algebra I and algebra II and ACT math score of at least 21
or
MATH 1030 or equivalent course
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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CHEM 1020 - Introductory Chemistry II ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
Organic chemistry: alkanes and unsaturated and aromatic hydrocarbons, with emphasis on structure, nomenclature, and functional groups. Biochemistry: amino acids and proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1010
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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CHEM 1110 - General Chemistry I ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
Modern atomic theory, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, kinetics. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.
Prerequisite(s): ACT math score of at least 22
or
MATH 1130 or MATH 1710 or MATH 1730
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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CHEM 1120 - General Chemistry II ♦ ★ Credit(s): 4
Chemical equilibrium, thermochemistry, electrochemistry, introduction to organic chemistry. Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1110
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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CHEM 2010 - Organic Chemistry I ★ Credit(s): 4
Compounds of carbon and their reactions. Reaction mechanisms, synthesis, spectroscopic and other physical properties. This course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1120
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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CHEM 2020 - Organic Chemistry II ★ Credit(s): 4
Continuation of CHEM 2010 . Course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory applications each week.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2010
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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CIVT 1250 - Materials & Methods of Construction ■ Credit(s): 3
This course covers basic techniques and fundamentals essential in erecting wood frame, steel frame and reinforced concrete frame buildings. The study involves the various phases from site investigation through finished work. Green building practices will be covered.
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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CIVT 1550 - Surveying Fundamentals Credit(s): 4
The course covers the fundamental concepts and practices of surveying. Topics include theory of measurements and field notes; methods of obtaining horizontal and vertical distances, angles and directions; use of levels, transits, theodolites and total stations, construction survey, curves and volumes.
Corequisite(s): MATH 1050 or MATH 1720 or MATH 1730
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CIVT 2100 - Construction Cost Estimating Credit(s): 3
This course covers interpretation of building plans, preparation of quantity surveys dealing with individual sections of work, computation of labor costs, pricing of material costs, overhead and profit. This class also includes an introduction to industry standard construction estimating software.
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CIVT 2200 - Construction Scheduling Credit(s): 3
This course provides a working knowledge for planning and scheduling of construction projects. Topics may include Gantt charts, arrow and node diagrams and perform CMP Scheduling using various computer applications.
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CIVT 2350 - Construction Materials Testing Credit(s): 4
This is an introductory course in the basic properties, testing, and inspection of construction materials, and the methods of production of these materials. Topics include an introduction to basic concepts of strength of materials and properties of construction materials such as aggregates, asphalt, steel, and wood; their proper application; and performance of standard tests on construction materials and the preparation of proper technical reports on test results. Word processing and spreadsheet software are used to prepare reports that include text, tables, data reduction and graphs. Spreadsheet templates are developed for use in data reduction.
Previously CET 1022
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CIVT 2500 - Soil Mechanics Credit(s): 4
This course covers basic soil mechanics including index properties of fine and coarse soil, soil classification, stress analysis, permeability, compaction, strength concepts, and settlement/compressibility. The laboratory covers standard ASTM soil tests.
Prerequisite(s): CIVT 2350
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CIVT 2550 - Advanced Surveying Credit(s): 4
This course is a continuation of the concepts and practices of surveying. Surveying equipment such as theodolites, electronic distance-measuring equipment, global positioning system and robotic total station will be covered.
Prerequisite(s): CIVT 1550 or consent of program coordinator
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CIVT 2980 - Special Topics Credit(s): 1-4
This course is a study of the specialized topics and/or problems in Civil and Construction Engineering Technology. The course may be repeated for credit.
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CIVT 2990 - Capstone Credit(s): 3
This course provides a platform for students to apply required skills and knowledge to complete a multifaceted project relative to the field of study.
Prerequisite(s): Second-year status or consent of program coordinator
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COLL 1000 - First Year Seminar ■ Credit(s): 1
This course introduces a wide range of strategies, techniques and self-management tools commonly recognized to lead to college success. It is strongly recommended that students complete this course during their first semester of college. The course is required for all degree-seeking students who enroll at Pellissippi State Fall 2018 or later. Exemptions from this requirement may be granted to students who have completed a similar course, such as COLL 1500; transfer credit hours to Pellissippi State from another institution, or were enrolled at Pellissippi State prior to Fall 2018.
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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COLL 1500 - College Success Credit(s): 3
A course designed to empower students to reach their educational, career and life goals. This class introduces students to a wide range of strategies, techniques and self-management tools commonly recognized to lead to success.
This course is for college-level credit and is designed to transfer.
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COMM 1010 - Introduction to Mass Communication ■ ★ Credit(s): 3
This course provides an overview of human, mass and mediated communication. It includes an introduction to finding, organizing and evaluating information.
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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COMM 1020 - Media Writing ★ Credit(s): 3
Writing for print and electronic media under deadline. Gathering information by using records, documents, observation and interviewing. Emphasis on library resources and current events. Basic style and editing based on AP Stylebook and Libel Manual.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1010 and ENGL 1020 and keyboarding skills
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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COMM 2025 - Fundamentals of Communication ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
This course is an introduction to the communication process and involves the exploration and practical application of communication theory in various contexts: interpersonal, small group and public communication. Special emphasis is given to public speaking.
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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COMM 2045 - Public Speaking ■ ♦ ★ Credit(s): 3
Principles and practices of the oral communication process, with a primary emphasis on extemporaneous public speaking. Course will incorporate research and planning, audience demographics, topic selection, small and large group communication, listening, reasoning, and evaluation skills.
Corequisite(s): ENGL 1010
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
♦ This is a General Education course transferable within the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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COMM 2055 - Argumentation & Debate Credit(s): 3
A sophomore course designed to introduce performance skills and fundamental theory needed to research, perform, and critique both formal and informal arguments and debate while incorporating nonverbal communication skills. The course focuses on effectively evaluating the credibility of evidence in arguments as well as analyzing and organizing evidence to formulate effective arguments and educated opinion. The fundamentals of accepted competitive debate structures will be practiced. COMM 2055 builds on the General Education Oral Communication Competencies first developed in COMM 2045.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2045
Corequisite(s): PHIL 1040
Note: this course does not fulfill a General Education requirement.
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COMM 2085 - Business & Professional Communication ★ Credit(s): 3
Principles and practices of oral communication within business and civic organizations, including public speaking, group decision-making through consensus building and parliamentary procedure, how to interview for information, and reflective listening.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010
Note: this course does not fulfill a General Education requirement.
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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COMM 2090 - Interpersonal Communication Credit(s): 3
Process by which thoughts, feelings, and actions affect and are affected by the face-to-face communication situation. Application of interpersonal skills in group, family and work situations, including job interviewing.
Note: this course does not fulfill a General Education requirement.
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CADD 1200 - AutoCAD Fundamentals Credit(s): 3
This course is an introduction to basic computer concepts and software applications for creating computer aided engineering drawings using AutoCAD software. Topics include practice in the use of drawing and editing commands, drawing setup, layer modifications, line weights, editing techniques, dimensioning, blocks, page setup, scaling, model space, paper space and printing.
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CADD 1300 - Residential Design w/AutoCAD Credit(s): 3
This course is an introduction to architectural design and drafting which covers the basics of residential design, light construction and construction drawings. Topics include design concepts and schematic design as well as application of concepts to a design problem. Focus will be on the development of foundation and floor plans, footings and foundations, structural elements, platform framing construction, stairway design, dimensioning, architectural symbols, and developing building sections and elevations. Preparation of concept diagrams, schematic drawings and construction drawings is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): CADD 1200
Previously CET 1310
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CADD 1650 - REVIT Fundamentals Credit(s): 3
This course will allow users to gain a solid foundation of Building Information Modeling (BIM) via REVIT. The course provides a working understanding of tools for parametric building design and documentation using key features of the software including elements, levels, views, detail views, families and components.
Prerequisite(s): CADD 1200 or consent of program coordinator
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CADD 2110 - Commercial Building Design w/REVIT Credit(s): 3
This course is a continuation of CADD 1650 and builds on information in CADD 1300. The course uses Revit software to teach advanced elements of BIM modeling while covering the basics of commercial design, project development and construction drawings. Topics include problem solving through the application of the design process as well as incorporating building codes, energy codes and barrier-free design and sustainable design.
Prerequisite(s): CADD 1650
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CADD 2301 - Civil 3D Site Design Credit(s): 3
This course provides an introduction to AutoCAD Civil 3D software as it applies to land development design and applications. Design tools will be used for land development calculations.
Prerequisite(s): CADD 1200
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CISP 1010 - Computer Science I ★ Credit(s): 4
Problem solving and algorithm development. Organization and characteristics of modern digital computers. Emphasis on developing good programming habits. Building abstractions with procedures and data. Programming in a modern computing language. Program development using Unix operating system.
Corequisite(s): MATH 1530 or MATH 1720 or MATH 1730
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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CISP 1020 - Computer Science II ★ Credit(s): 4
Advanced problem solving and algorithm development, structured programming, data structures and applications, I/O techniques, lists, queues, trees, algorithms, and files. Program development using Unix operating system.
Prerequisite(s): CISP 1010
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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CISP 2410 - Assembly & Computer Organization ★ Credit(s): 4
Number systems, Boolean algebra, combinational and sequential circuits, processor functional units and control, pipelining, memory and caching, stored program computing, memory management, computer system organization, and assembly language programming are components of the course.
Prerequisite(s): CISP 1010 or CITC 1310
★ This course is directly equivalent to a course at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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CITC 1102 - Networking Lab Credit(s): 1
This course is a lab immersion co-requisite for first year systems administration, cyber defense and networking courses designed to develop hands-on skills in configuration, management and use of hardware, system software and networking applications and technologies.
Corequisite(s): CITC 1302
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CITC 1110 - Programming I Lab Credit(s): 1
This course is a lab immersion co-requisite for Programming I designed to develop proficiency in problem solving and computer programming skills.
Corequisite(s): CITC 1301 and CITC 1310
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CITC 1111 - Programming II Lab Credit(s): 1
This course is a lab immersion co-requisite for Programming II designed to develop proficiency in intermediate-level object-oriented programming.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1310
Corequisite(s): CITC 1311
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CITC 1301 - Introduction to Programming & Logic ■ Credit(s): 3
This course is an introduction to the logic necessary for application programming. Topics include logic analysis, techniques of structured design, process flow and object-oriented concepts. A programming language will be used to teach data types, variables, control structures, methods and arrays. This course will present a broad overview of the past, present and potential future applications and implications of computer information technology.
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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CITC 1302 - Introduction to Networking Credit(s): 3
A broad-based course that provides an overview of computer networking. Topics include network models, protocols and services, media and topologies, devices and tools, network management and network security. This course may align with the outcomes of industry certification.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1301
Corequisite(s): CITC 1102
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CITC 1303 - Database Concepts ■ Credit(s): 3
An introduction to the concepts and syntax of relational database management systems. Topics include data modeling, database design concepts, tables and queries and other database objects using the tools provided in a relational database management system (DBMS). Database administration, security and performance concepts will be introduced.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1301 or WEB 2010
■ Online availability: This course is offered online as well as on-ground. Check the semester course list in myPellissippi for current availability. Online courses may require proctored exams and quizzes. Students are responsible for any fees charged by some proctoring services.
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CITC 1310 - Programming I Credit(s): 3
Introduction to the basic concepts of programming, problem solving, programming logic and design techniques using an object-oriented language. Topics covered include the language syntax, functions, return types and objects found in a current object-oriented programming language.
Corequisite(s): CITC 1110
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CITC 1311 - Programming II Credit(s): 3
A continuation of CITC 1310, Programming I, this course introduces object-orientated programming. Topics include class creation, methods, events, inheritance, objects and error handling.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1310
Corequisite(s): CITC 1111
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CITC 1317 - Introduction to Scripting Languages Credit(s): 3
An introduction to script programming as a tool for system administration, automation, and customization and as a platform for Web-based applications. Compares shell command languages and scripting languages used on Unix and Linux systems.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1310
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CITC 1321 - A+ Hardware Credit(s): 3
This course provides an introduction to basics of computer hardware. Topics include identification and installation of internal components, disk configuration, ports, cables, peripherals and networking concepts and connections.
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CITC 1322 - A+ Software Credit(s): 3
This course introduces personal computer (PC) operating systems and key utilities, PC-based local area network software and software security concepts used in the PC environment. Topics include Microsoft Windows client edition (currently Windows 10), Linux, Apple Mac OS and other used on PCs and portable devices. The course examines and requires the practice of operating systems installation, operations, maintenance, features and security measures to prevent OS disasters and recovery for damaged systems.
Corequisite(s): CITC 1321
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CITC 1330 - Microsoft Desktop OS Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to install, manage and troubleshoot computers running current Microsoft desktop operating systems. The course may be used as preparation for a current core Microsoft desktop operating system exam.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1322
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CITC 1333 - Linux LPIC-1 Credit(s): 3
The course may be used as preparation for LPIC-1 Junior Level Linux Certification exams 101 and 102. Topics include Linux command line operation, maintenance tasks within Linux as well as installation, configuration and connectivity of Linux workstations.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1302
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CITC 1351 - Principles of Information Assurance Credit(s): 3
This course examines the fundamentals of information assurance. Topics include the need for security, risk management, security technology, cryptography, and physical security. Legal/ethical issues and security policies are also covered.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1301
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CITC 2290 - Capstone Course in Computer Information Technology Credit(s): 2
This project-centered course applies conceptual and technical knowledge acquired over the entire program of study to develop a complete IT-based solution for a client organization or case study. Students apply planning principles, networking and system management techniques and documentation procedures through team projects. Course should be taken during the final semester of study.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1302
Corequisite(s): CITC 2326
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CITC 2311 - .NET Windows-Based Client Development Credit(s): 3
An introduction to developing Windows-Based applications using the Microsoft .NET Framework and C# language. Topics include creating the user interface, integrating data and reports, implementing asynchronous programming techniques and Windows Forms controls.
Prerequisite(s): CISP 1010 or CITC 1310
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CITC 2320 - Windows Server Administration Credit(s): 3
Through commonly used Windows network operating systems, the course focuses on installation, configuration, administration, maintenance and troubleshooting networked computer system servers.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1330
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CITC 2326 - Network Security Credit(s): 3
The course covers fundamentals of computer and network security and broad concepts related to network security. The objectives for the current CompTIA Security+ Certification exam are covered.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1102 and CITC 1302
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CITC 2329 - Routing & Switching I Credit(s): 3
An introduction to the networking field of standard routing utilizing industry standard technology and hardware. Topics include network terminology, network protocols, Local-Area Networks (LANs), Wide-Area Networks (WANs), the Open System Interconnection (OSI) model, cabling, routers, Internet Protocol (IP) addressing, Subnetting, Virtual Local-Area Networks (VLANs), Internetworking Operating System (IOS) and network standards.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1302
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CITC 2330 - Routing & Switching II Credit(s): 3
The study of networking devices to install, operate and troubleshoot a small branch office network. Topics include LAN switching technologies, configuring and verifying initial switch setup, VLANS and trunking; IP routing technologies, configuring and verifying initial router setup, routes, single area OSPF and inter VLAN routing; IP addressing, Subnetting, VLSM; and route summarization.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 2329
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CITC 2331 - Unix/Linux System Administration Credit(s): 3
A study of the foundation skills necessary to a system administrator. Topics include managing processes and network clients, planning file systems, managing users, managing network configurations, printing, backing up files and systems, troubleshooting, performance tuning, security and installation procedures.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1333
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CITC 2335 - Systems Analysis & Design Credit(s): 3
This course examines established and evolving methodologies for the analysis, design, and development of a business information system. Software engineering principles and documentation techniques are practiced through case studies.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1303 and CITC 1311 and ENGL 1010
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CITC 2340 - Advanced Database Concepts & Programming Credit(s): 3
A comprehensive study of SQL using an industry established relational database management system such as Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle RDBMS. Topics will include database design, creation and management, advanced queries, stored procedures and functions, triggers, security awareness and performance tuning.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1303
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CITC 2352 - Digital Forensics Credit(s): 3
This course provides a basic understanding of computer forensics and investigations. Introductory computer investigations include techniques used to acquire, examine, and summarize digital evidence.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1302 and CITC 1330 and CITC 1351
Corequisite(s): CITC 1333
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CITC 2353 - Tactical Perimeter Defense Credit(s): 3
An examination of how software and hardware can be used to provide a perimeter of defense in protecting resources and how security is addressed in both wireless and wired networks. Topics include the use of tools such as wireless access points, proxy servers, VPNs, auditing, intrusion detection systems and firewalls. Course may be used as preparation for the Tactical Perimeter Defense exam for the Security Certified Network Specialist (SCNS) certification.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1333 and CITC 1351
Corequisite(s): CITC 2326
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CITC 2364 - Virtualization Essentials Credit(s): 3
A study of the business perspective, technical organization, operation and governance of virtualization. The course covers the current Virtualization Essentials Professional (VEP) exam topics. Course materials are accredited by the Cloud Credential Council and registered with the Project Management Institute for professional development unit (PDU) eligibility.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1322
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CITC 2373 - Wireless Networks Credit(s): 3
The course covers the fundamentals of wireless networks. Topics include 802.11b. 802.11g, 802.11n and 802.11a-c technologies, controller and controller-less technologies, mesh versus non-mesh architectures, spectrum analysis, wireless design, wireless installations, wireless conflicts and troubleshooting (cross-channelization, shadowing, etc.) and wireless security.
Prerequisite(s): CITC 1302
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