2007-2008 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    May 28, 2024  
2007-2008 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Other Courses

  
  

Accounting

  
  
  
  
  
  
  • ACCT 2130 - Intermediate Accounting I


    Intermediate Accounting I is an overview of theoretical foundations including the recognition, measurement and reporting of income; the preparation of balance sheets and multiple-step income statements; and the determination of the time value of money. Topics also covered include: the proper classification, valuation and presentation of cash; temporary investments; receivables; inventories; plants and equipment; intangible assets; and long-term investments.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ACCT 2020. Co-requisites: CSCI 1130 and MATH 1010. 3 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 2 Lab Hours (F)

    Credits: 3


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  • ACCT 2140 - Intermediate Accounting II


    Intermediate Accounting II is a continuation of the study of financial statement preparation and analysis. Topics emphasized include: current liabilities, long-term debt and components of owner equity. Also covered are special problems associated with income determination and reporting, including earnings per share; pensions; leases; income taxes; and the reporting of error corrections and changes in accounting principles. Students will prepare cash flow statements and perform financial statement analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: ACCT 2130 3 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 2 Lab Hours (S)

    Credits: 3


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Aerospace

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Applied Human Sciences

  
  
  

Art

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Astronomy

  
  

Automotive

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Biology

  
  
  
  
  • BIOL 1120 - General Biology II (Majors)


    General Biology II is a study of the principles of organismal biology with an emphasis on understanding and appreciating the diverse forms of plant and animal life as well as their relationship to each other and the environment. Topics covered include the structure and function of relationships and will be explored at many levels of organization, especially in chordate animals.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1100, DSPR 0870 or appropriate entrance scores. Note: This course is designed for biology majors, minors and others who plan to take upper-level courses for which this is a prerequisite. This course was formerly BIOL 2200.

    4 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours - 2 Lab Hours (F, S, U)

    Credits: 4


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Business Mgmt & Marketing

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • BSMG 2420 - Taxes and Licensing for Small Business


    Taxes and Licensing for Small Business is a study of the use of Tennessee and IRS forms and guidelines. Upon successful completion of the course, students should possess a working knowledge of tax regulations and responsibilities with regard to reporting and filing a variety of state and federal tax forms. Topics also include: an overview of the types of business organizations, basic recordkeeping, preparation of financial statements, retirement plans for the self-employed and business use of the home.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 Credits: 3 Lecture Hours (F)

    Credits: 3


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Cardiovascular Technology

  
  
  
  • CVTE 1010 - Cardiovascular Physiology I


    Cardiovascular Physiology I is an introduction to cardiovascular terminology and symbols; cardiac anatomy; intracardiac pressure waves/gradients; vascular anatomy; heart sounds/murmurs; cardiovascular pharmacology; electrocardiography of specialized conduction systems; electrophysiology, and normal electrocardiograms. Medical terminology including symptomatological diagnostic terms, operative procedures, special procedures, medical therapies and legal terminology are also emphasized.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the CVT Program.
    3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours

    Credits: 3


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  • CVTE 1020 - Medical Instrumentation


    Medical Instrumentation combines medical instrumentation with practical exercises. Lecture topics include introduction to medical instrumentation, electricity and magnetism, electrical safety and electrical components. The course also is an overview of microprocessor- based equipment, x-ray tubes and generators, darkroom equipment, defibrillators, surgical lasers and devices, intravenous pumps and ventilators. Practical exercises include methodology, data collection, testing and troubleshooting of specified equipment.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the CVT Program.
    3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours

    Credits: 3


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  • CVTE 1030 - Echocardiography Instrumentation


    Echocardiography Instrumentation combines medical instrumentation with practical exercises and is an examination of the fundamentals of the theory of physics found in non-invasive cardiovascular science. The course also introduces concepts essential to the performance and interpretation of echocardiography, exercise physiology, stress testing and Holter monitoring. Topics include: echocardiographic instrumentation; basic quantification calculations; logging and reporting information. Practical exercises consist of non-invasive instrumentation methods and procedures.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the CVT Program.
    3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours

    Credits: 3


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  • CVTE 2000 - Invasive Diagnostic Principles


    Invasive Diagnostic Principles provides knowledge and skills necessary to function as a scrub and/or circulator for patients of all ages. The student will be prepared to assist with invasive procedures such as diagnostic cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, atherectomy, stents and electrophysiology. This course also includes a review of equipment used in the lab such as pacemakers, intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), the Medrad injection system, Life Pak 9P, Pulse Oximeter, Hemoximeter and the Hemochron.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the CVT Program.
    3 Credit Hours - 4 Lecture Hours, 10 Lab Hours

    Credits: 3


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  • CVTE 2010 - Invasive Diagnostic Procedures


    Invasive Diagnostic Procedures provides knowledge and skills necessary to perform as a computer-monitoring technologist. The student will be prepared to perform tasks such as diagnostic cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, atherectomy, pacemaker insertion, myocardial biopsy, IABP insertion, calculation of ejection fractions and valve study. Aspects of hemodynamics are addressed such as physiological recording and enhancement (DCI, INTEGRIS), zeroing and calibrating equipment, recognition of waveforms and independent operation of the hemodynamic computer to rewind data.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the CVT Program.
    3 Credit Hours - 4 Lecture Hours, 10 Lab Hours

    Credits: 3


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  • CVTE 2040 - Cardiac Diagnostic Procedures


    Cardiac Diagnostic Procedures reviews principles of echocardiography and evaluation of the cardiac valves and ventricular functions. Focus is on cardiac stress testing, transesophageal echocardiography, pericardial effusion, plural effusion, cardiomyopathies, prosthetic valves, diseases of the right heart and congenital heart disease. Laboratory exercises include instrumentation, application, assessment and review. Lab sessions provide extended practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: CVTE 2030; acceptance into the CVT Program.
    3 Credit Hours - 4 Lecture Hours, 10 Lab Hours

    Credits: 3


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  • CVTE 2050 - Vascular Diagnostic Procedures


    Vascular Diagnostic Procedures covers principles of vascular anatomy and physiology; hemodynamics; atherogenesis; cardiovascular disease; duplex scanning of carotid arteries; venous disease and testing. Emphasis is placed on peripheral arterial disease; arterial testing; other heart and blood disorders and tests; abdominal Doppler; instrumentation review; quality assurance calculations; angiography and diagnostic modalities; and history, physical and patient interaction. Additionally, the student will begin training in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) under the American Heart Association Standards.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the CVT Program.
    3 Credit Hours - 6 Lecture Hours

    Credits: 3


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Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 1030 - Introduction to Chemistry


    Introduction to Chemistry is designed for non-technical and allied health majors. This course includes a survey of general chemistry principles, the nomenclature and reactions of selected organic functional groups and concludes with topics directly related to biochemistry and the chemistry of life. The lab component introduces students to scientific measurements and allows experimental investigations into topics of relevance to their daily lives.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: DSPR 0870, DSPW 0800 and DSPM 0800.

    4 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours, 3 Lab Hours (F, S)

    Credits: 4


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Computer and Information Sciences

  
  
  
  • CPET 1540 - CISCO Networking Fundamentals


    CISCO Networking Fundamentals is the first of four semesterlong courses designed to provide students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emergent networking technology that will enable students to enter the workforce and/ or further education and training in the computer networking field. Topics include but are not limited to: safety, all aspects of networking, and the use of decision-making and problemsolving techniques. Additionally, training is provided in the proper care, maintenance and use of networking software, tools and equipment as well as all local, state and federal safety building and environmental codes and regulations. Students who complete this series of courses will be academically prepared to take the CCNA exam.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (F)

    Credits: 3


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  • CPET 1600 - Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling


    Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling is designed for students interested in the physical aspects of voice and data network cabling and installation. The course focuses on cabling issues related to data and voice connections and provides an understanding of the industry and its worldwide standards; types of media and cabling; physical and logical networks as well as signal transmission. This hands-on, lab-oriented course will help prepare students for the BICSI Registered Certified Installer, Level I.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DSPM 0800 3 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 2 Lab Hours (Variable)

    Credits: 3


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