Apr 20, 2024  
2016-2017 Academic Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Health Information Technology: RODP

  
  • HIT 2110 Management and Supervision in Health Information

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    A study of supervisory and management functions with focus on planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling in healthcare organizations. Special emphasis will study managerial techniques to supervise, motivate, counsel, lead, train, and communicate with staff in health information services.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to HIT program or permission of program director.
  
  • HIT 2120 Healthcare Statistics and Reporting

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course instructs students in health data collection, commonly used healthcare statistical computations and interpretation, presentation and reporting of data, indices, databases and registries along with statistics computed for daily operations of the health information management department. This course also includes basic research principles along with purpose of Institutional Review Board and its role in research.

  
  • HIT 2130 CPT Coding

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course covers the basic principles of coding with Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding system including structure and rules. Instruction will also be given in use of HCPCS Level II coding including structure and rules. The use of these coding systems will be studied as they are used in reporting of reimbursable medical services and procedures performed by physicians.

    Prerequisite(s): All developmental study courses (if required); High level computer class; HIT 1130.
  
  • HIT 2140 Professional Practice Experience I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Emphasis is placed on providing opportunities for students to relate classroom theory to actual functions of health information, such as assembly and record analysis; medicolegal procedures; information retention; filing and retrieval; and the use of technology. Students will meet objectives through assignment to a health care facility or through the use of virtual simulation projects.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to HIT Program; HIT 1110  and 1130.
  
  • HIT 2210 Healthcare Quality Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)
  
  • HIT 2220 Healthcare Reimbursement Methodologies

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course focuses on advanced topics in healthcare reimbursement. One module is an introduction to claims filing and processing, third party payers, physician office management. The second module focuses on principles of healthcare reimbursement including health insurance plans, government-sponsored healthcare programs, managed care plans, fee schedules, resource based relative value system for physician payment and prospective payment for various inpatient settings.

    Prerequisite(s): HIT 2220
  
  • HIT 2230 Advanced Coding and Classification Systems

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course focuses on advanced topics in diagnosis and procedural coding including ICD-9-CM and CPT/HCPCS. The course will concentrate on official coding guidelines, sequencing skills and use of ICD-9-CM in healthcare reimbursement as well as prospective payment system theory and methodology. The course will include practice in coding and optimization techniques using both case studies and actual health records and computerized coding and grouping software.

    Prerequisite(s): All developmental study courses; HIT 1010  and HIT 1011 ; BIOL 2010  and 2011
  
  • HIT 2240 Professional Practice Experience II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The professional practice experience provides students the chance to enhance professional skills, experience the structure and dynamics of health information services, and to establish a network for future employment opportunities. Simulated and/or onsite experiences afford the student the opportunity to apply knowledge in the Health Information Management practice in acute care settings.

    Prerequisite(s): HIT 2130 ; HIT 2140 
    Prerequisite or Corequisite: HIT 2210 ; HIT 2220 ; HIT 2230 .

  
  • HIT 2250 Seminar in Health Information Technology

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    A capstone course of research and testing based on all domains and knowledge clusters of the HIT curriculum to prepare the student for national certification.

    Prerequisite(s): HIT 2140 

History

  
  • HIST 1110 Survey of World Civilization I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The course traces forms of civilizations from beginnings to 1500.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0810 and READ 0810 or equivalent
  
  • HIST 1120 Survey of World Civilization II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The course traces forms of civilizations from 1500 to the present.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0810 and READ 0810 or equivalent
  
  • HIST 2010 The United States History to 1877

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Students study the history of the United States from discovery to the end of political reconstruction.

    Prerequisite(s):   and   or equivalent
  
  • HIST 2020 The United States History Since 1877

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Students study the history of the United States from 1877 to the present.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0810 and READ 0810 or equivalent
  
  • HIST 2650 African-American History

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course surveys the African-American experience from the African background to the present.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0810 and READ 0810 , or equivalent

History: RODP

  
  • HIST 220 African American History

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course will examine this history of Africans and their descendants in the United States from the end of the Civil War to the present, investigating topics from emancipation to the ongoing struggle for Civil Rights. Connections between this history and the issues and concerns facing all Americans in the present will be explored. This course may be used as a Social Science elective. Students will be asked to acquire factual information, but the mere memorization of facts is less important than the analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of those historical facts.

    Prerequisite(s):   and   or acceptable placement score
  
  • HIST 2030 Tennessee History

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Survey of the state’s history from its beginnings to the present; consideration of its social development, population, economy, political life, and geography.


Honors

  
  • HONR 1110 Honors Inquiry

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This is a seminar course for honors and specially admitted students and uses modes of inquiry from the various disciplines. Students will explore with a professor, the community, and visiting guest lecturers a selected theme. The process of reflecting, researching, analyzing, evaluating, and presenting is as important as the content. Each student will complete a thematic inquiry project and publicly present it to the college community during Honors Week.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits

Hospitality Management

  
  • HMGT 1030 Introduction to Hospitality Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course provides an orientation to the hospitality industry. This includes an introduction to the structure of lodging food service, and tourism organizations, the role of lodging departments, the future of the industry and career opportunities. Course structure includes lecture, projects, discussion, and guest speakers to learn about opportunities, trends and organizations in the hospitality field. This course has a writing emphasis and will require numerous small written assignments and a minimum of one project or a term paper for understanding and further study of the industry.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 1130 Supervision in the Hospitality Industry

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed to teach students accepted supervisory principles and practice solving problems they may face on the job. Students will learn how to be prepared to juggle expectations of management, guests, employees, and governmental agencies. Students will have the opportunity to take the AHLEI certificate exam for this course.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0530, READ 0810  and ENGL 0810  or equivalent.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 1140 Managing Housekeeping Operations

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The student receives instruction on what it takes to direct day-today operations of the Housekeeping department. Students will learn about important issues resulting from extensive recent changes to the hotel industry, including energy management, amenities/guestroom furnishings and human resources. Students will have an opportunity to take the AHLEI certificate exam for this course.

    Prerequisite(s): READ 0810 , ENGL 0810 and MATH 0530 or equivalent.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 1170 Hospitality Sales and Marketing

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to the “four Ps” (price, product, promotion, and place) as they relate to specific market segments, providing them with a customer-focused perspective. Students will learn about the Internet’s increasing role in sales and marketing. Students will have an opportunity to take the AHLEI certificate exam for this course.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0530 , READ 0810 and ENGL 0810 or equivalent.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 1200 Managing Front Office Operations

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course provides students with an in-depth look at management of the front office and how this department interacts with other hotel departments to create a memorable guest experience. The student will learn about human resources management, business forecasting, revenue management, and budget planning. Students will have an opportunity to take the AHLEI certificate exam for this course.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0530 , READ 0810 and ENGL 0810 or equivalent.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 1205 Property Management Systems

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    In this laboratory course, students will work with property management system (PMS) software to develop a working knowledge of the proper usage, techniques, capabilities and limitations of these software systems. Time is spent both on campus and at various local hotels learning and using various PMS software packages.

    Prerequisite(s):   or permissioin of instructor.
    Corequisite(s): HMGT 1200 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 1220 Purchasing and Control

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The student is introduced to control systems and principles of purchasing for food, beverage, and lodging operations. Food specification and grading are emphasized. Inventory levels, receiving, and issues are covered. Determination of cost of sales, sales percentages and effectiveness of control systems are studied.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 1240 Managing Food and Beverage Cost Controls

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course introduces students to how to maintain or improve quality standards while reducing expenses. Students utilize math applications as they develop a thorough background for the hospitality industry’s cost control system. Students will also learn about marketing channels and tactics used by food service managers. Students will have an opportunity to take the AHLEI certificate exam for this course.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 0530 , READ 0810 , and ENGL 0810 or equivalent.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 1401 Dining Room Service and Procedures

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an orientation to front of the house and back of the house of food service establishments. It is designed to introduce students to knowledge, terminology and skills needed in advanced HMGT courses.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 2120 Beverage Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The history, identity, and service of wines, beers, and spirits are covered extensively. Basic mixology as well as bar layout, purchasing and specifications, legal restrictions, glassware and supplies, service and control systems unique to beverage operations are studied. The course includes emphasis on the problems of alcohol abuse and the effect of alcoholic consumption on highway safety. A minimum of three written reports is required.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 2221 Layout, Operations and Maintenance of Hotels and Restaurants

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Problems and considerations of facilities management are introduced to the student in this course. Factors governing the selection, placement, and maintenance of equipment for effective and efficient use in food service and lodging operations are discussed. Students prepare a project of the appropriate equipment, layout, and design of a hospitality facility.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 2230 Legal Aspects of Hospitality Administration

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Students are introduced to the American legal system and basic business law concepts as well as laws unique to the hospitality industry. Selected topics in contracts, torts, and hospitality law are discussed with emphasis on lodging and beverage laws. The case study approach is utilized to afford the student an appreciation of the legal duties of hospitality owners and operators in order to avoid or minimize legal liabilities and exposure.

    Prerequisite(s): READ 0810 and ENGL 0810 or equivalent.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 2240 Managerial Accounting for the Hospitality Industry

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Elements of cost and financial statement analysis are studied in this problem-solving-oriented course. Students are acquainted with financial and operating ratios, budgeting, pricing, cost-volume-profit relationship, cost analysis and potentials, cash management, and investment considerations.

    Prerequisite(s): READ 0810 , ENGL 0810 and MATH 0530 or equivalent and ACCT 1010  
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 2250 Revenue Management in Hospitality Operations

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course instructs students in the skills necessary to obtain a solid understanding of hospitality revenue management’s key concepts and the selective application of its most effective strategies and tactics.  Students will learn the applicability of revenue strategies and their operational aspects for the hospitality industry.  Students will have an opportunity to take the AHLEI certification exam for this course.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0810 , READ 0810 and MATH 0530 or equivalent.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • HMGT 2280 Convention and Meeting Planning

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course instructs students in the skills necessary to plan for a one-hour to a one-week or more deluxe conference and/or convention. Course content includes resources, marketing techniques, sales leads, logistics, and follow-up.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HMGT 2900 Special Topics in Hospitality Management

    1 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an in-depth study of selected topic(s) in the hotel, restaurant, culinary, and tourism industries. It is designed to reinforce and further develop basic knowledge and skills gained in earlier courses.

    Prerequisite(s): department approval for registration
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

Human Services

  
  • HSER 1300 Lifestyle Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a study of factors affecting individual lifestyles. Students will examine proven management techniques designed to help them improve their lifestyles.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HSER 1450 Orientation to Function of Substance Abuse Counselor

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to the twelve core competencies required for effective practice as a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselors. Opportunities for practical skill development in each primary domain will be emphasized.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HSER 1500 Counseling Theories

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents a comparative approach to counseling and psychotherapy practice orientations. Exposure to the most commonly utilized theoretical orientations will include psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive behavioral, social learning, client centered, gestalt, transactional analysis and systems theories.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HSER 1510 Principles of Substance Abuse Education

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course addresses the social, political, physiological, and behavioral aspects of alcohol and drug abuse. Exploration of the nature of psychoactive substances and the various theories explaining abuse by different populations will be emphasized. Theories and methods of prevention techniques for substance abuse will be presented.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HSER 1520 Methods of Substance Abuse Treatment

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course emphasizes real-world applications in approaches to therapy as described in the counseling theories course. Routine activities that take place in typical substance treatment settings are presented. Primary settings covered are inpatient, outpatient, and the modality of day treatment. Family dynamics models, including codependency and adult children of alcoholics will be covered.

    Prerequisite(s): HSER 1500 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HSER 1550 Ethics for Substance Abuse Counselor

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction of the ethical regulations, codes, and issues that relate to the TN Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor certification. The Federal codes are required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) laws for maintaining confidentiality and other regulations focusing on the treatment of patients. In addition the specific Ethical Code for TN Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors will be viewed from a real life perspective. Students will be presented with potential ethical dilemmas derived from possible situation they will face as a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor. Maintaining confidentiality in groups, individual counseling and in handling patient records will be presented through focused scenarios and dilemma worksheets. Students will develop skills to identify ethical issues and resolve any problems in an ethical and professional way.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HSER 1600 Special Problems in Human Services

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an in-depth study of a particular area of interest in human services.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HSER 1700 Adult Development

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course of study is a study of the biological, cognitive, emotional, social, and personality development in adult life (late teens to death). Major theorists such as Erickson, Neugarten, Gould, Levinson, and Lowenthal will be examined. Opportunities to apply these theories to personal life structure are included.

  
  • HSER 1810 Orientation to Human Services

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course of study is an introduction to human services in our society with emphasis on current needs, practices, and projected changes.

  
  • HSER 1820 The Skilled Helper: Techniques and Strategies

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course of study is an introduction to the various therapeutic intervention techniques, principles and procedures. Practical skill development in selected counseling and interviewing techniques is the focus of this course.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HSER 1850 Group Facilitation Skills

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to interpersonal concepts and communication problems. Attitudes, feelings and past experiences as related to student’s interactions in group work are explored. Analysis of group types and development of specific group process competencies are emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): HSER 1820 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits
  
  • HSER 2930 Human Services Field Experience I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is 160 hours of supervised experience in human-services agencies that serve clients directly. Students will choose an agency from diverse human services areas such as geriatrics, substance abuse counseling, mental health, mental retardation and other prevention services. In-class activities on campus include 1.5 hrs in a weekly seminar.

  
  • HSER 2940 Human Services Field Experience II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a continuation of Human Services Field Experience I.

    Prerequisite(s): HSER 2930 

Humanities: RODP

  
  • HUM 1010 Introduction to the Humanities I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    HUM 1010 provides a historical approach to pivotal ideas, systems of thought, and creations of the Western world (e.g., music, drama, painting, sculpture, architecture, and literature) as reflections of the culture that produced them. HUM 1010 examines from antiquity through A.D. 1600.

    Corequisite(s): ENGL 1010 
  
  • HUM 1020 Introduction to the Humanities II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Historical approach to pivotal ideas, systems of thought, and creations of the Western world (e.g., music, drama, painting, sculpture, architecture, and literature) as reflections of the culture that produced them. From 1600 to present.

    Corequisite(s): ENGL 1010 

Industrial Engineering Technology

  
  • INET 1004 Technical Computer Applications

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a practical experience in using Windows-based personal computers for special business and industrial applications. An integrated software system (Microsoft Office) applying a word processor, a spreadsheet, and a database used separately and integrated is used. BASIC programming and Windows are also covered.

    Corequisite(s): ENTC 1124  or permission of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1220 Precision Measuring Techniques

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course builds upon basic metrology skills covered in MEET 1144  to present more advanced methods of measurement and data collection for industry. These methods include computer-based laser, optical, digital and automation. Equipment covered includes Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), Configurable Vision Inspection Modules (CVIM), optical comparators, robots and sensors. The hands-on use of high-tech equipment and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT) is emphasized as well as the statistical use of data. The student is introduced to quality assurance and inspection documentation.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 1144 , ENTC 1124  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1901 Technical Co-Op I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1902 Technical Co-Op II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1903 Technical Co-Op III

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1904 Technical Co-Op IV

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1905 Technical Co-Op V

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1906 Technical Co-Op VI

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1907 Technical Co-Op VII

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1908 Technical Co-Op VIII

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1931 Co-Op Education I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, and the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1932 Co-Op Education II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, and the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1933 Co-Op Education III

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, and the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1941 Co-Op Education IA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1942 Co-Op Education IIA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 1943 Co-Op Education IIIA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 2003 Production and Operations Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course covers the following areas: forecasting, production planning, financial analysis, inventory control, resource management, CPM and PERT scheduling, Materials Resource Planning (MRP), and Just- In-Time (JIT) manufacturing. Computer programs are demonstrated.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1740  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 2014 CNC Machining

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course introduces students to the principles and concepts of CNC (Compter Numerical Control) machining. Topics include safety, NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) standards for CNC operations, 3D axis orientation and alignment, CNC milling machines, CNC lathes, print reading, job setup and layout, tool selection, tool wear, system lubrication, precision measurements and tolerancing, and quality assurance.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 1144  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 2023 Motion and Time Analysis

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents the principles and techniques used in work measurement and operation analysis. Topics involved are operator and machine process charts, product flow charts, operation routing charts, motion economy laws, standard time study methods, and synthetic time study methods. Videotape analysis and applicable computer programs are demonstrated. Technical report writing is emphasized and the student is required to write formal reports on laboratory projects.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 , INET 1004 , INET 2003  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 2024 Advanced Machining

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a continuation of INET 2014 (CNC Machining). Students will learn advanced CNC machining techniques which will enable them to fabricate more complex parts using CNC mills and lathes. Students will work on more advanced CNC machining projects which have been designed to enhance their metalworking skills. NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) standards will continue to be emphasized throughout this course.

    Prerequisite(s): INET 2014  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 2034 Plant Layout and Materials Handling

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a practical study of facilities planning with emphasis on the most efficient arrangement of work areas to achieve the lowest production costs. Topics covered are equipment location, material handling, automatic storage and retrieval, bar coding, capital requirements, personnel organization, and safety. Computer-aided design problems are performed and utilization of advanced CAD techniques is emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 1230, INET 1004  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 2043 Statistical Quality Control

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course covers the statistical concepts of frequency distributions, Xbar-R charts, attribute charts, lot-by-lot acceptance sampling plans, and the normal curve. Other topics include product reliability, process capability, preventive maintenance, and quality assurance. Computer applications and spreadsheets are used.

    Prerequisite(s): INET 1004  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 2044 CAD/CAM Machining

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to the concepts of CAM (Computer-Aided Machining). Students will begin by designing spatial models in a virtual 3D CAD (Computer-Aided Design) environment. The CAD software will generate the program code for a CNC machine so that the model can be manufactured. Special attention will be given to practical considerations such as tool path specification; workpiece mounting, alignment, and orientation’ and structural support. NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) standards will continue to be emphasized throughout this course.

    Prerequisite(s): INET 2024  or approbal of program coordinator.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • INET 2054 Computer Integrated Manufacturing and Lab

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed to provide an overview of automation and computer-integrated manufacturing methods in modern production plants. Emphasis is placed on economics as well as technical issues related to automation. The course topics include flow-line production, numerical control, industrial robots, machine communications, computer-integrated manufacturing, process monitoring and control, and group technology.

    Prerequisite(s): INET 1004  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

Industrial/Environmental Engineering Technology

  
  • IENT 2001 Special Topics in Manufacturing Quality

    4 Credit Hour(s)


    The Six Sigma Black Belt course includes “hands-on” exercises, reference materials, and ongoing coaching and support from a certified instructor.  Each individual will work on a project within their organization, providing practical experience for the Black Belt candidate and enforcing the skills they learn in class while producing a tangible benefit for their organization. 

    The candidate must meet one of the following conditions to be considered for this course:

    • Trained and certified as a Green Belt or Yellow Belt
    • Degree in an Engineering discipline
    • MBA
    • ASQ certified as an Improvement Specialist, CQE, CMG/OE, CRE
    • Certified in Project Management
    • Associate degree with concentration in Quality/Improvement Sciences
    • 5+ years working full-time in a technical/improvement related role


    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.


Industrial Maintenance Technology

  
  • INMT 2104 Electric Circuit Fundamentals

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed to acquaint the student with the fundamental concepts of DC and AC electrical circuits. The theory of electron flow, magnetism, production of electricity, series circuits, circuits containing resistance, inductive reactance, and capacitive reactance are discussed. The proper use of measuring equipment and personal safety is stressed throughout the course.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1740 or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

Information Systems

  
  • INFS 1010 Computer Applications

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed to enable students to utilize the current Windows operating system, file and folder management, along with Office applications in a business environment. The course will use the following Office applications: word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. In addition, students will learn essential computer concepts and terminology needed to succeed in today’s information society. Keyboarding skills are required by the student to work in a timely fashion.

    Prerequisite(s): READ 0810  or equivalent.

Information Technology

  
  • ITEC 2150 Database Concepts/SQL

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to database design and processing. Emphasis is on relational databases with laboratory problems using SQL. One workstation per student is assigned for the course.

    Prerequisite(s):  
  
  • ITEC 2365 CISCO Network Design

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course introduces the methods of designing small- to medium-sized networks which meet performance, medium-sized networks which meet performance, security, capacity, and scalability requirements. It includes the development of a complete structure and the design of a network prototype.

    Prerequisite(s): ITEC 2330 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

IT Communications: RODP

  
  • CMT 1010 Networking/PC Communications

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course introduces basic concepts of PC communications, telecommunications and networking. It provides an overview of terminology & technologies used with local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs). In addition, it details processes, protocols, network design and a broad overview of the Internet.

    Prerequisite(s): Prior to enrolling in this course, students should be able to use their computers and access the Internet. In addition to browsing the web, students should have a basic understanding of computers and be able to send e-mail.

Library Use/Information

  
  • LIBR 1010 Library Research Skills

    1 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a computer-based research course designed to introduce the student to the most current Internet technology and terminology, newsgroups and email. Students will utilize various search engines to navigate the World Wide Web and produce research materials for use in college courses and in life. Resources explored on the Web will include many databases, libraries, career exploration pages, other educational sites and various commercial sites. Class format includes lecture/demonstration and individualized hands-on computer lab activities. The course may be taken online.


Maintenance Technology

  
  • MTEC 1000 Welding I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    The topics covered in this course will include welding safety, oxy-fuel cutting, plasma arc cutting, air carbon arc cutting and gouging, base metal preparation, weld quality, SMAW equipment and setup, SMAW electrodes, beads and fillet welds, joint fit-up and alignment, groove welds with backing, and open V groove welds.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MTEC 1050 Millwright I

    5 Credit Hour(s)
    The topics covered in this course will include millwright hand tools, fasteners and anchors, basic layout, gaskets and O-rings, oxy-fuel cutting, blueprint reading, speciality and power tools, rigging, baseplates and soleplates, lubrication and bearings, coupling, drilling and tapping, shims, packing, and mechanical seals.  NOTE: It is highly recommended, but not required that MATH 1630 be taken before MTEC 1050.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MTEC 1060 Millwright II

    5 Credit Hour(s)
    The topics convered in this course include speciality fixtures and jigs, belt and chain drives, fans and blowers, bearings and seals, conveyers, pumps, compressors, pneumatics, hydraulics, gearboxes, laser alignment, optical alignment, optical alignment, turbines, electric motors and vibration analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): MTEC 1050  
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MTEC 2050 Pipefitting I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    The topics covered in this course include pipefitting hand and power tools, oxy-fuel cutting, ladders and scaffolds, motorized equipment, drawing and detail sheets, identifying and installing valves, threaded pipe fabrication, socket weld pipe fabrication, butt weld fabrication, excavations, and underground pipe installation.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MTEC 2060 Pipefitting II

    5 Credit Hour(s)
    The topics covered in this course include rigging, motorized equipment, aboveground pipe installation, field routing and vessel trim, pipe hangers and supports, testing piping systems, advanced pipe fabrication, aligning, steam traps, in-line specialities, hot taps, maintaining valve, and supervisory skills.

    Prerequisite(s): MTEC 2050  
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

Management

  
  • MGMT 2100 Credit Management

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to the credit function of a bank and its role in our economy. The basic tasks of evaluating risk, extending credit, and collecting payments will be examined. Changes in technology, marketing, and economic influences will also be evaluated. This class will merge theory and practice through the use of case studies and role-playing.

    Prerequisite(s):   and    or equivalent.
    Corequisite(s): ACCT 1010 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MGMT 2505 Managing Diversity in the Workforce

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Today’s workforce consists of employees of diverse gender, race, nationality, and cultural backgrounds. Whether a company is successful and competitive in corporate America today depends upon the ability of its managers to get their employees with diverse backgrounds to work together effectively and harmoniously. This special course discusses problems created by this diversity in the workforce and explores solutions to these problems.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MGMT 2750 Homeland Security Risk Assessment

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This capstone course covers the assessment of an organization’s exposure to all hazards using the Baldridge criteria. Students will use risk management tools to develop an organizational security assessment from top-to-bottom for protection/recovery planning.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

Management Information Systems

  
  • MIS 2749 Foundations of Information Systems

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed to introduce students to major concepts in business information systems. In addition students gain experience in working with Microsoft® Office Applications for the purpose of performing business tasks to solve business problems. Extensive use of internet applications, electronic communication, and office applications will be required of the students.

  
  • MIS 2770 IT Infrastructure

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course continues the study of IT solutions in respect to hardware and software operations in organizations. Emphasis is placed on systems software, I/O processes, data storage, distributed applications, telecommunications, network design and systems and network administration.

    Prerequisite(s): MIS 2749 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

Marketing

  
  • MKTG 2005 Professional Selling

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    A study of the salesman’s role in the business firm, planning and preparation of the sales presentation, and importance of product knowledge and understanding are covered in this class. Basic principles for successful selling are covered. Organizing the selling strategy and prospecting, presenting, closing and building future sales are stressed. Case studies and oral sales presentations are included.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MKTG 2007 Principles of Advertising

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Introduces origins and development of advertising. Discusses trade marking, packaging, legal structuring, ethics, and targeting. Emphasis is placed on the media including advantages, disadvantages, selection, and evaluation.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MKTG 2400 Global Internet Marketing and Advertising

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course investigates the strategic implications of using the Internet for marketing and advertising. It develops the concepts and techniques of planning, implementing, and controlling the marketing function. Monitoring environmental conditions, assessing opportunities, delineating target markets, conducting consumer/buyer research, planning and strategy procedures in a global network environment are also stressed. These topics are followed by a detailed study of the marketing mix and its management, with product, promotions, and pricing components being emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 , ISDS 2605 , or permission of an advisor

Marketing: RODP

  
  • MKT 2450 E-Commerce

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed to provide in-depth coverage of electronic commerce concepts and web site content organization. The learner will participate in a variety of activities designed to provide familiarity with the tools and issues associated with a Web-delivered commercial enterprise. The learner will review, analyze and examine web environments designed to meet secure retail and organizational needs.


Mathematics

  
  • LPM 0700 LEAP Math

    0 Credit Hour(s)
    Preparatory course for Learning Support Math.

    Prerequisite(s): Appropriate placement score.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MATH 0100 Support Course for Essentials of Algebra

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This co-requisite course contains topics which directly suport the content in MATH 1000 Essentials of Algebra; and it contains the five TBR approved mathematical competencies which include: the study of real numbers and operations, operations with algebraic expressions, graph analysis, equations solving, modeling and critical thinking.

    Corequisite(s): MATH 1000 Essentials of Algebra - Enhanced
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MATH 0410 Support Course for Math for Elementary Education I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This co-requisite course contains topics which directly support the content in MATH 1410 Math for Elementary Education I; and it contains the five TBR approved mathematical competencies which include: the study of real numbers and operations, operations with algebraic expressions, graph analysis, equations solving, modeling and critical thinking.

    Prerequisite(s):
     
    Corequisite(s): MATH 1410 Math for Elementary Education - Enhanced
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MATH 0530 Support Course for Probability and Statistics

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This co-requisite course contains topics which directly support the content in MATH 1530 Probability and Statistics; and it contains the five TBR approved mathematical competencies which include: the study of real numbers and operations, operations with algebraic expressions, graph analysis, equations solving, modeling and critical thinking.

    Corequisite(s): MATH 1530 Probabiltiy and Statistics - Enhanced
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MATH 0630 Support Course for Finite Mathematics

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This co-requisite course contains topics which directly support the content in MATH 1630 Finite Mathematics. It contains the five TBR approved mathematical competencies which include: the study of real numbers and operations, operations with algebraic expressions, graph analysis, equations solving, modeling and critical thinking.

    Corequisite(s): MATH 1630 Finite Mathematics - Enhanced
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MATH 0810 Math Learning Support

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed for students who do not need to take a college level math course for their program of study. This software-based, individualized instruction course covers the five TBR approved mathematics compentency modules: Module 1: Real Number Sense and Operations, Module 2: Operations with Algebraic Expressions, Module 3: Solving Equations, Module 4: Analyze Graphs, and Module 5: Modeling and Critical Thinking.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MATH 0990 Foundations of Geometry

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course introduces basic Euclidean geometry principles including line segments, circles, angles, plane regions, and 3-dimensional figures. This course also includes exposure to geometric proofs, logical reasoning and integration of algebra skills with geometric concepts will also be covered.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in MATH 0820  or equivalent.
 

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