Program Description - Pellissippi State Community College

★CHEM 2010 Organic Chemistry I 4 Credits
Compounds of carbon and their reactions. Reaction mechanisms, synthesis, spectroscopic
and other physical properties. Course includes 3 hours of lecture and 3 hours of laboratory
applications each week. Spring and Fall Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1120
★CHEM 2020 Organic Chemistry II 4 Credits
Continuation of CHEM 2010. Course includes 3 hours of lecture and 3 hours of laboratory
applications each week. Spring and Fall Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2010
★CHEM 2310 Analytical Chemistry 4 Credits
Principles and practices of quantitative measurements in chemical systems are introduced.
Chemical equilibria (acid base, complexometric and redox), elementary spectrophotometry;
chemical separations—including chromatography, ion exchange and solvent extraction—are
discussed. Course includes 3 hours of lecture and 5 hours of laboratory applications each week.
Spring Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1120
CHILD AND FAMILY STUDIES
★CFS 1100 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 Credits
The history and philosophy of the field of early childhood education. Current issues and
trends are covered along with educational theories and program models. Spring and Fall
★CFS 2110 Development in Infancy 3 Credits
A course that studies theories, knowledge and practices in infant/child development with a
focus on conception to age 9. Particular emphasis is placed on development in the physical,
cognitive, language and socioemotional domains. Spring and Fall
★CFS 2200 Marriage & Family: Roles & Relationships 3 Credits
Explores marriage and family experiences; personal choices; marital adjustments; conflict
management; parenting decisions; communication; and changes resulting from divorce, widowhood,
and remarriage. Spring and Fall
★CFS 2400 Human Sexuality 3 Credits
This course provides a multidimensional framework for understanding the biological, psychosocial,
behavioral, clinical and cultural aspects of human sexuality. Spring and Fall
CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
CET 0100 Introduction to Surveying 3 Credits
This course covers both fundamental and advanced concepts of algebra, geometry and
trigonometry. Surveying as a career and basic terminology are also discussed. Fall
CET 1000 CET Seminar 1 Credit
This course provides the Civil Engineering Technology student an opportunity to observe
the organization and function of local industries engaged in the practice of civil engineering
and related activities. The student will visit offices, plant sites and construction projects to
observe practical work situations. Speakers will be invited to the classroom to discuss topics
in the civil engineering technology field. Fall
CET 1010 Construction Methods 4 Credits
The 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. Fall
CET 1022 Construction Materials W/Lab 4 Credits
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; 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. Spring
◆ Meets Pellissippi State and Tennessse Board of Regents minimum degree requirements. ★ Transfers as equivalent course to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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