Degrees & Certificates

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Business
Concentration: Accounting

For more information, contact the Business and Technology division at 615-230-3301 or at bustechinfo@volstate.edu.

The Accounting Concentration is designed to prepare students for work in a supporting role within the accounting system. Duties performed by this person are generally in a paraprofessional capacity and include accounts receivable management, accounts payable management, tax preparation assistance, general ledger maintenance and cash control. The A.A.S. graduate could be expected to assume responsibilities represented by titles including full-charge bookkeeper, accounting office manager, assistant accountant, or general ledger manager.

The Associate of Applied Science in Business, Accounting Concentration was developed in compliance with the Complete College Tennessee Act of 2010.  Students who begin this program at Volunteer State Community College and transfer to another Tennessee public community college are guaranteed their credits will transfer and be credited toward completion of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Business, Accounting Concentration at the receiving institution.

The Entrepreneurship Technical Certificate is embedded within the Associate of Applied Science in Business, Accounting concentration.  Courses in the certificate may be used to award this concentration.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams.

Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Explain the role of accounting in business and how accounting information systems are used to gather, summarize, report, and analyze financial data.
2. Perform the steps in the accounting cycle, complying with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of local, state, and federal tax laws and competence in tax planning and compliance.
4. Identify ethical issues and apply a value-based reasoning system to accounting issues.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of cost accounting systems and the budgeting process.

CIP Code: (32) 52.0201.01

General Education Requirements - Credits (15)

• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• ECON 2100 - ^Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: (3)

• OR ECON 2200 - ^Principles of Microeconomics  Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (18)

• ACCT 1010 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1305 - *Introduction to Business Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2300 - *Business Ethics Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2360 - *International Business Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2395 - *Business Applications Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)

Concentration Course Requirements - Credits (15)

• ACCT 1020 - Principles of Accounting II Credits: (3)
• ACCT 2301 - *Payroll Accounting Credits: (3)
• ACCT 2331 - *Tax Accounting Credits: (3)
• ACCT 2341 - *Cost Accounting Credits: (3)
• ACCT 2382 - *Accounting Systems Applications Credits: (3)

Accounting Concentration Electives - Credits (12)

• Accounting Concentration Electives (Choose from the following list) Credits: (12)
  ​Choose from any ACCT, BUSN, HMGT, LOGI, or WKBL Courses Credits: (0-12)
  CITC 1303 - *Database Concepts  Credits: (3)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• ACCT 1010 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1305 - *Introduction to Business Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• ACCT 1020 - Principles of Accounting II Credits: (3)
• Accounting Concentration Electives (See List Above) Credits: (6)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• ECON 2100 - ^Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: (3)

• OR ECON 2200 - ^Principles of Microeconomics  Credits: (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• ACCT 2301 - *Payroll Accounting Credits: (3)
• Accounting Concentration Electives (See List Above) Credits: (3)
• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• BUSN 2300 - *Business Ethics Credits: (3)
• ACCT 2341 - *Cost Accounting Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• ACCT 2331 - *Tax Accounting Credits: (3)
• ACCT 2382 - *Accounting Systems Applications Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2395 - *Business Applications Credits: (3)
• Accounting Concentration Electives (See List Above) Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2360 - *International Business Credits: (3)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Business
Concentration: Logistics and Supply Chain Management

For more information, contact the Business and Technology division at 615-230-3301 or at bustechinfo@volstate.edu.

This concentration is designed for career growth in the expanding area of Logistics, Transportation and Distribution Center/Warehouse Management. Employment in supervision and coordination roles in supply chain management, traffic management, entertainment touring, and order processing are the goals of the program.

In addition to the AAS in Business - Logistics and Supply Chain Management program, VSCC offers a Professional Advancement Opportunity in Logistics and Supply Chain.

The Transportation, Distribution, Warehousing, and Procurement Technical Certificate and the Entrepreneurship Technical Certificate are embedded within the Associate of Applied Science in Business, Logistics and Supply Chain Management concentration.  Courses in these certificates may be used to award this concentration.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, think critically, and develop problem solving skills utilizing quantitative data in business situations through physical or virtual presence in writing, speaking, listening, and electronic media.

2. Describe practical applications that address real-life challenges and opportunities in logistics and supply chain management.

3. Describe the latest professional concepts of transportation management and apply them in a global supply chain environment.

4. Demonstrate knowledge of the role warehouses and distribution centers (DCs) play in the supply chain.

5. Recognize the impact of purchasing and supply chain management on the competitive success and profitability of modern organizations.

CIP Code: (32) 52.0201.01     SOC CODE 11-3071

General Education Requirements - Credits (15)

• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• ECON 2100 - ^Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: (3)

• OR ECON 2200 - ^Principles of Microeconomics  Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (18)

• ACCT 1010 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1305 - *Introduction to Business Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2300 - *Business Ethics Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2360 - *International Business Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2395 - *Business Applications Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)

Concentration Course Requirements - Credits (15)

• LOGI 1000 - *Introduction to Logistics Management Credits: (3)
• LOGI 1010 - *Transportation Credits: (3)
• LOGI 1030 - *Distribution Center & Warehouse Management Credits: (3)
• LOGI 2040 - *Sourcing & Procurement Credits: (3)
• LOGI 2050 - *Logistics and Supply Chain Strategy Credits: (3)

Logistics & Supply Chain Management Electives - Credits (12)

• Logistics & Supply Chain Management Electives (Choose from the following list) Credits: (12)
  Choose from any ACCT, BUSN, HMGT, LOGI, OR WKBL Courses Credits: (0-12)
  CITC 1303 - *Database Concepts  Credits: (3)
  CITC 1334 - *Project Management I  Credits: (3)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• BUSN 1305 - *Introduction to Business Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)
• LOGI 1000 - *Introduction to Logistics Management Credits: (3)
• ACCT 1010 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: (3)
• LOGI 2040 - *Sourcing & Procurement Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• LOGI 1030 - *Distribution Center & Warehouse Management Credits: (3)
• LOGI 1010 - *Transportation Credits: (3)
• ECON 2100 - ^Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: (3)

• OR ECON 2200 - ^Principles of Microeconomics  Credits: (3)

• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• Logistics & Supply Chain Electives (See List Above) Credits: (6)
• BUSN 2300 - *Business Ethics Credits: (3)
• LOGI 2050 - *Logistics and Supply Chain Strategy Credits: (3)
• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• Logistics & Supply Chain Electives (See List Above) Credits: (6)
• BUSN 2395 - *Business Applications Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• BUSN 2360 - *International Business Credits: (3)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Business
Concentration: Management

For more information, contact the Business and Technology division at 615-230-3301 or at bustechinfo@volstate.edu.

The A.A.S. degree in Business, with a concentration in Management, is designed to prepare students for employment or advancement in a business or organizational environment immediately following graduation.  Skills obtained in this program could be applied to a variety of settings including retail, office, hospitality and operations management, as well as sales and customer service.

The Entrepreneurship Technical Certificate is embedded within the Associate of Applied Science in Business, Management concentration.  Courses in the certificate may be used to award this concentration.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, think critically, and develop problem solving skills utilizing quantitative data in business situations through physical or virtual presence in writing, speaking, listening, and electronic media.

2. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the American free enterprise system.

3. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic interaction of supply and demand.

4. Apply business and management knowledge through employability of skills.

5. Interpret accounting information, marketing practices, and economic data and be creative with business solutions.

CIP Code: (32) 52.0201.01

General Education Requirements - Credits (15)

• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• ECON 2100 - ^Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: (3)

• OR ECON 2200 - ^Principles of Microeconomics  Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (18)

• ACCT 1010 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1305 - *Introduction to Business Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2300 - *Business Ethics Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2360 - *International Business Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2395 - *Business Applications Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)

Concentration Course Requirements - Credits (15)

• BUSN 1310 - *Business Communications Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1330 - *Entrepreneurship Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1380 - *Supervisory Management Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2380 - *Principles of Marketing Credits: (3)
• LOGI 1000 - *Introduction to Logistics Management Credits: (3)

Management Concentration Electives - Credits (12)

• Management Concentration Electives (Choose from the following list) Credits: (12)
  Choose from any ACCT, BUSN, HMGT, LOGI, or WKBL Courses Credits: (0-12)
  CITC 1303 - *Database Concepts  Credits: (3)
  CITC 1334 - *Project Management I  Credits: (3)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• BUSN 1305 - *Introduction to Business Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)
• LOGI 1000 - *Introduction to Logistics Management Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2380 - *Principles of Marketing Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1330 - *Entrepreneurship Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1310 - *Business Communications Credits: (3)
• ACCT 1010 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: (3)
• ECON 2100 - ^Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: (3)

• OR ECON 2200 - ^Principles of Microeconomics  Credits: (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• Management Concentration Electives (See List Above) Credits: (6)
• BUSN 2300 - *Business Ethics Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1380 - *Supervisory Management Credits: (3)
• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• Management Concentration Electives (See List Above) Credits: (6)
• BUSN 2395 - *Business Applications Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• BUSN 2360 - *International Business Credits: (3)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Business
Concentration: Marketing

For more information, contact the Business and Technology division at 615-230-3301 or at bustechinfo@volstate.edu.

This concentration is designed to prepare students with knowledge and skills that can assist their career growth in the growing field of marketing. Typical duties performed by career oriented marketing employees include management of retail departments and store settings, personal selling, management of customer service, purchasing assistance, and merchandise management. Marketing employment is expected to grow as a part of the workforce well into the next century. Solid opportunities exist for growth from entry level to career sustaining and management responsibilities. Representative job titles include retail department manager, assistant and store manager, sales representative, merchandise manager, and purchasing assistant.

The Entrepreneurship Technical Certificate and the Administrative Professional Technology Technical Certificate are embedded within the Associate of Applied Science in Business, Marketing concentration.  Courses in these certificates may be used to award this concentration.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Explain the concept of marketing and how marketing strategies are planned, implemented and controlled.

2. Explain the process of marketing and how marketing strategies are planned, implemented and controlled.

3. Explain the process of market segmentation and target marketing.

4. Identify the elements of the marketing mix and how they are used to satisfy marketing opportunities.

5. Analyze consumer behavior in specific situations against the framework of consumer behavior.

6. Identify the marketing planning process and the development of the key elements of a marketing strategy.

CIP Code: (32) 52.0201.01

General Education Requirements - Credits (15)

• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts    Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• ECON 2100 - ^Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: (3)

• OR ECON 2200 - ^Principles of Microeconomics  Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (18)

• ACCT 1010 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1305 - *Introduction to Business Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2300 - *Business Ethics Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2360 - *International Business Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2395 - *Business Applications Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)

Concentration Course Requirements - Credits (15)

• BUSN 1310 - *Business Communications Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1330 - *Entrepreneurship Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1350 - *Sales and Service Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2380 - *Principles of Marketing Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2389 - *Social Media Marketing Credits: (3)

Marketing Concentration Electives - Credits (12)

• Marketing Concentration Electives (Choose from the following list) Credits: (12)
  ​Choose from any ACCT, BUSN, HMGT, LOGI, or WKBL Courses Credits: (0-12)
  ADMN 1311 - *Word Processing I  Credits: (3)
  CITC 1300 - *Beginning HTML and CSS  Credits: (3)
  CITC 1303 - *Database Concepts  Credits: (3)
  CITC 1334 - *Project Management I  Credits: (3)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• BUSN 1305 - *Introduction to Business Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1350 - *Sales and Service Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2380 - *Principles of Marketing Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1330 - *Entrepreneurship Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1310 - *Business Communications Credits: (3)
• ACCT 1010 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: (3)
• ECON 2100 - ^Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: (3)

• OR ECON 2200 - ^Principles of Microeconomics  Credits: (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• Marketing Concentration Electives (See List Above) Credits: (6)
• BUSN 2300 - *Business Ethics Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• Marketing Concentration Electives (See List Above) Credits: (6)
• BUSN 2395 - *Business Applications Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2360 - *International Business Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2389 - *Social Media Marketing Credits: (3)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Computer Information Technology
Concentration: Cyber Defense

For more information, contact the Business and Technology division at 615-230-3301 or at bustechinfo@volstate.edu.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Information Technology prepares students for positions in the workplace through the use of various systems, applications, languages and products. The program consists of a common core of General Education and Computer Information Technology major core courses, combined with subject-specific courses designed to address skills within the concentration area. These subject-specific courses focus on those skill-sets identified by employers as essential in today’s workplace and, where appropriate, will prepare students for industry-recognized certification examinations. The concentrations are designed to ensure that students have the proper experience, training, and skills to begin work in the chosen field upon successful completion of the chosen program of study.

The Cyber Defense Concentration will focus on topics in cyber security and digital forensics.  The students will learn how to fortify computer networks in order to prevent security breaches from cyber terrorists or other intruders.  In addition, students will learn how to recover data using digital forensics techniques.  Students will also develop strong critical thinking skills and will learn by doing within a hands-on lab environment along with real-world internship experiences.  Required courses are: Digital Forensics, Network Security and Principles of Information Assurance.

The Computer Information Technology Technical Certificate is embedded within the Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Technology, Cyber Defense concentration.  Courses in the certificate may be used to award this concentration.

Students earning a degree in a Computer Information Technology program are required to take the CIT Exit Exam in order to graduate. Please see your advisor for more details.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Utilize diverse disciplines to enhance communication, research, business and technology skills in the workplace.

2. Execute programming languages in the process of design and implementation while developing and maintaining software.

3. Develop effective problem-management and decision-making skills.

4. Demonstrate various networking media and connections to explain the features and capabilities of networking software.

5. Demonstrate skill and knowledge in preparation for industry-recognized certification examinations.

CIP Code: (06) 11.0103.00     SOC CODE 15-1232, 49-2011

General Education Requirements - Credits (15)

• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• ORCOMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3)

• OR MATH 1530 - ^Introductory Statistics  Credits: (3)

• Social/Behavioral Sciences  Credits: (3) 

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (13)

• CITC 1300 - *Beginning HTML and CSS Credits: (3)
• CITC 1301 - *Introduction to Programming and Logic Credits: (3)
• CITC 1302 - *Introduction to Networking Credits: (3)
• CITC 1303 - *Database Concepts Credits: (3)
• CITC 2190 - *Capstone Course in Computer Information Credits: (1)

Concentration Requirements - Credits (33)

• CITC 1320 - *CompTIA A+ Credits: (3)
• CITC 1332 - *Unix/Linux Operating System Credits: (3)
• CITC 1351 - *Principles of Information Assurance Credits: (3)
• CITC 2320 - *Windows Server I Credits: (3)
• CITC 2323 - *Windows Server II Credits: (3)
• CITC 2326 - *Network Security Credits: (3)
• CITC 2339 - *Windows Server III Credits: (3)
• CITC 2352 - *Digital Forensics Credits: (3)
• CITC 2356 - *Penetration Testing and Network Defense Credits: (3)
• CITC 2367 - *Cloud Essentials Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (61)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• CITC 1320 - *CompTIA A+ Credits: (3)
• CITC 1302 - *Introduction to Networking Credits: (3)
• CITC 1301 - *Introduction to Programming and Logic Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• CITC 1351 - *Principles of Information Assurance Credits: (3)
• CITC 1300 - *Beginning HTML and CSS Credits: (3)
• CITC 2320 - *Windows Server I Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)
• Social/Behavioral Sciences (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• CITC 1332 - *Unix/Linux Operating System Credits: (3)
• CITC 2323 - *Windows Server II Credits: (3)
• CITC 2352 - *Digital Forensics Credits: (3)
• CITC 1303 - *Database Concepts Credits: (3)
• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (16)

• CITC 2326 - *Network Security Credits: (3)
• CITC 2339 - *Windows Server III Credits: (3)
• CITC 2367 - *Cloud Essentials Credits: (3)
• CITC 2356 - *Penetration Testing and Network Defense Credits: (3)
• CITC 2190 - *Capstone Course in Computer Information Credits: (1)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3)

• OR MATH 1530 - ^Introductory Statistics  Credits: (3)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Computer Information Technology
Concentration: Networking

For more information, contact the Business and Technology division at 615-230-3301 or at bustechinfo@volstate.edu.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Information Technology prepares students for positions in the workplace through the use of various systems, applications, languages and products. The program consists of a common core of General Education and Computer Information Technology major core courses, combined with subject-specific courses designed to address skills within the concentration area. These subject-specific courses focus on those skill-sets identified by employers as essential in today’s workplace and, where appropriate, will prepare students for industry-recognized certification examinations. The concentrations are designed to ensure that students have the proper experience, training, and skills to begin work in the chosen field upon successful completion of the chosen program of study.

Students in the Networking Concentration will complete coursework and hands-on experiences in planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of networks of different sizes. In addition to networking skills, students will also complete Computer Science coursework in security, operating systems, server management, and programming, in combination with other technology courses. Certifications applicable to this concentration may include Network+, A+, and Cisco CCNA, among others. Required courses are A+ Hardware & Software, Windows Server Administration and Network Security.

The Computer Information Technology Technical Certificate is embedded within the Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Technology, Networking concentration.  Courses in the certificate may be used to award this concentration.

Students earning a degree in a Computer Information Technology program are required to take the CIT Exit Exam in order to graduate. Please, see your advisor for more details.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Utilize diverse disciplines to enhance communication, research, business and technology skills in the workplace.

2. Execute programming languages in the process of design and implementation while developing and maintaining software.

3. Develop effective problem-management and decision-making skills.

4. Demonstrate various networking media and connections to explain the features and capabilities of networking software.

5. Demonstrate skill and knowledge in preparation for industry-recognized certification examinations.

CIP Code: (06) 11.0103.00    SOC CODE 15-1232, 49-2011

General Education Requirements - Credits (15)

• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR  COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3)

• OR MATH 1530 - ^Introductory Statistics  Credits: (3)

• Social/Behavioral Sciences  Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (13)

• CITC 1300 - *Beginning HTML and CSS Credits: (3)
• CITC 1301 - *Introduction to Programming and Logic Credits: (3)
• CITC 1302 - *Introduction to Networking Credits: (3)
• CITC 1303 - *Database Concepts Credits: (3)
• CITC 2190 - *Capstone Course in Computer Information Credits: (1)

Concentration Requirements - Credits (33)

• CITC 1320 - *CompTIA A+ Credits: (3)
• CITC 1323 - *CCNA I Credits: (3)
• CITC 1324 - *CCNA II Credits: (3)
• CITC 1332 - *Unix/Linux Operating System Credits: (3)
• CITC 2320 - *Windows Server I Credits: (3)
• CITC 2321 - *CCNA III Credits: (3)
• CITC 2323 - *Windows Server II Credits: (3)
• CITC 2326 - *Network Security Credits: (3)
• CITC 2339 - *Windows Server III Credits: (3)
• CITC 2367 - *Cloud Essentials Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (61)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.  DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• CITC 1320 - *CompTIA A+ Credits: (3)
• CITC 1302 - *Introduction to Networking Credits: (3)
• CITC 1301 - *Introduction to Programming and Logic Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• CITC 1323 - *CCNA I Credits: (3)
• CITC 1300 - *Beginning HTML and CSS Credits: (3)
• CITC 2320 - *Windows Server I Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)
• Social/Behavioral Sciences   (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• CITC 1324 - *CCNA II Credits: (3)
• CITC 2323 - *Windows Server II Credits: (3)
• CITC 1332 - *Unix/Linux Operating System Credits: (3)
• CITC 1303 - *Database Concepts Credits: (3)
• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (16)

• CITC 2321 - *CCNA III Credits: (3)
• CITC 2339 - *Windows Server III Credits: (3)
• CITC 2367 - *Cloud Essentials Credits: (3)
• CITC 2326 - *Network Security Credits: (3)
• CITC 2190 - *Capstone Course in Computer Information Credits: (1)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3)

• OR MATH 1530 - ^Introductory Statistics  Credits: (3)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Computer Information Technology
Concentration: Programming

For more information, contact the Business and Technology division at 615-230-3301 or at bustechinfo@volstate.edu.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Information Technology prepares students for positions in the workplace through the use of various systems, applications, languages and products. The program consists of a common core of General Education and Computer Information Technology major core courses, combined with subject-specific courses designed to address skills within the concentration area.  These subject-specific courses focus on those skill-sets identified by employers as essential in today’s workplace and, where appropriate, will prepare students for industry-recognized certification examinations. The concentrations are designed to ensure that students have the proper experience, training, and skills to begin work in the chosen field upon successful completion of the chosen program of study.

This concentration is a preparation for a career as a programmer or software engineer. Emphasis is placed on issues related to knowing how to use the features of object programming languages like java, the design and implementation of classes and objects, the process of developing and maintaining software. Students will also develop strong critical thinking skills and will learn by doing along with real world internship experiences. This concentration may include preparation for the Oracle certified Associate (Java Programmer Certification). Required courses are Programming II OR Computer Science II, and one other approved geographically appropriate Programming course.

The Computer Information Technology Technical Certificate is embedded within the Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Technology, Programming concentration.  Courses in the certificate may be used to award this concentration.

Students earning a degree in a Computer Information Technology program are required to take the CIT Exit Exam in order to graduate. Please, see your advisor for more details.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Utilize diverse disciplines to enhance communication, research, business and technology skills in the workplace.

2. Execute programming languages in the process of design and implementation while developing and maintaining software.

3. Develop effective problem-management and decision-making skills.

4. Demonstrate various networking media and connections to explain the features and capabilities of networking software.

5. Demonstrate skill and knowledge in preparation for industry-recognized certification examinations.

CIP Code: (06) 11.0103.00     SOC CODE 15-1232, 49-2011

General Education Requirements - Credits (15)

• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3)

• OR MATH 1530 - ^Introductory Statistics  Credits: (3)

• Social/Behavioral Sciences  Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (13)

• CITC 1300 - *Beginning HTML and CSS Credits: (3)
• CITC 1301 - *Introduction to Programming and Logic Credits: (3)
• CITC 1302 - *Introduction to Networking Credits: (3)
• CITC 1303 - *Database Concepts Credits: (3)
• CITC 2190 - *Capstone Course in Computer Information Credits: (1)

Concentration Requirements - Credits (33)

• CITC 1310 - *Programming I Credits: (3)
• CITC 1311 - *Programming II Credits: (3)
• CITC 1320 - *CompTIA A+ Credits: (3)
• CITC 1334 - *Project Management I Credits: (3)
• CITC 2340 - *Advance Database Concepts & Programming Credits: (3)
• CITC 2347 - *Web Database Application Development Credits: (3)
• CITC 2367 - *Cloud Essentials Credits: (3)
• CITC 2376 - *Mobile Application Development Credits: (3)
• CITC 2391 - *Special Topics in Computer Information Technology Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)
• WEBT 2300 - *Client-Side Programming (JavaScript) Credits: (3)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (61)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• CITC 1320 - *CompTIA A+ Credits: (3)
• CITC 1301 - *Introduction to Programming and Logic Credits: (3)
• CITC 1302 - *Introduction to Networking Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• CITC 1310 - *Programming I Credits: (3)
• CITC 1300 - *Beginning HTML and CSS Credits: (3)
• CITC 1303 - *Database Concepts Credits: (3)
• INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credits: (3)
• Social/Behavioral Sciences  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• CITC 1311 - *Programming II Credits: (3)
• WEBT 2300 - *Client-Side Programming (JavaScript) Credits: (3)
• CITC 2340 - *Advance Database Concepts & Programming Credits: (3)
• CITC 1334 - *Project Management I Credits: (3)
• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (16)

• CITC 2347 - *Web Database Application Development Credits: (3)
• CITC 2376 - *Mobile Application Development Credits: (3)
• CITC 2367 - *Cloud Essentials Credits: (3)
• CITC 2391 - *Special Topics in Computer Information Technology Credits: (3)
• CITC 2190 - *Capstone Course in Computer Information Credits: (1)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3)

• OR MATH 1530 - ^Introductory Statistics  Credits: (3)

Degree:  Associate of Applied Science
Major:  Criminal Justice

For more information, contact the Social Science and Education division at 615-230-3231 or ssed@volstate.edu.

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree is for students wanting to complete an associate degree and find employment after graduation, with no intention of transferring to a four-year university or college. The AAS is a multi-disciplinary degree program with courses in criminal law, investigation, corrections, terrorism, policing, and report writing; preparing students for entry level careers in the criminal justice field. Fast track options available.  For additional information about this degree program, go to www.volstate.edu/CriminalJustice

The Criminal Justice Technical Certificate and the Correctional Officer Technical Certificate are embedded within the Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice.  Courses in these certificates may be used to award this degree.

All students graduating with an A.A.S. degree in Criminal Justice are required to take the Criminal Justice Exit Exam and the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge, and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Students will demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary for an entry level position in the criminal justice field.

2. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the organizational structure, common legal terms, definitions, concepts, and roles of law enforcement, the courts, and corrections.

3. Students will identify individual rights as they apply to government and law enforcement interaction.

4. Students will be able to analyze evidentiary and investigative procedures.

CIP Code: (27) 43.0104.00   SOC Code: 33-3011.00

General Education Requirements - Credits (15-16)

• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  Credits: (3)
• Mathematics  Credits: (3-4)​

• OR Natural Science  Credits: (3-4)

• Social/Behavioral Sciences  Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (33)

• CRMJ 1010 - Introduction to Criminal Justice Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 1020 - Introduction to the Legal Process Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 1311 - Criminal Law Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 1340 - Criminal Investigation Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 1355 - Understanding Terrorism Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 1360 - Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 2010 - Introduction to Law Enforcement Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 2020 - Introduction to Corrections Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 2312 - Criminology Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 2340 - Investigative Report Writing Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 2390 - Probation and Parole Credits: (3)

CRMJ Electives - Credits (12)

• CRMJ Electives (Choose from the following list or consult with the Program Advisor for approved course options) Credits: (12)

​ CITC 2352 - *Digital Forensics  Credits: (3)
CRMJ 1325 - Issues and Ethics in Criminal Justice  Credits: (3)
CRMJ 1341 - *Physical Defensive Tactics  Credits: (4)
CRMJ 1381 - *Interview and Interrogation  Credits: (3)
CRMJ 2311 - Juvenile Justice  Credits: (3)  
CRMJ 2381 - Selected Topics in Criminal Justice  Credits: (1-6)
CRMJ 2396 - Criminal Justice Internship I  Credits: (3)
HED 200 - First Aid and Safety/CPR  Credits: (3)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60-61)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.

See your advisor to create a degree plan. DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• CRMJ 2020 - Introduction to Corrections Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 1340 - Criminal Investigation Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 2010 - Introduction to Law Enforcement Credits: (3)
• CRMJ Elective (Choose from list above - CRMJ 1325  and CRMJ 1341  Preferred) Credits: (6)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 1010 - Introduction to Criminal Justice Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 2340 - Investigative Report Writing Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 1355 - Understanding Terrorism Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 2312 - Criminology Credits: (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15-16)

• CRMJ 1360 - Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation Credits: (3)
• CRMJ 1311 - Criminal Law Credits: (3)
• CRMJ Elective (Choose from list above - CITC 2352  Preferred) Credits: (3)
• Mathematics  Credits: (3-4)
  OR Natural Science   (BIOL 1030   Preferred) Credits: (3-4)
• CRMJ 2390 - Probation and Parole Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• CRMJ 1020 - Introduction to the Legal Process Credits: (3)
• CRMJ Elective (Choose from list above - CRMJ 2311  Preferred) Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  (ENGL 2860  or THEA 1030  Preferred) Credits: (3)
• Social/Behavioral Sciences  (PSYC 1030  Preferred Credits: (3)
• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Entertainment Media Production
Concentration: Digital and Broadcast Media

For more information, contact the Humanities division at 615-230-3200 or at humanities@volstate.edu.

Entertainment Media Production combines several areas with the same purpose: to get students trained and plugged into the entertainment industry in Tennessee. Tracks include concentrations in music production, music business, multimedia and web design, video production, and digital and broadcast media. The Associate of Applied Science is designed for the media workplace.

This concentration is under the Entertainment Media Programs. It has been developed to include students interested in Radio, Announcing, Sports Commentary, Podcasting, Instagram, Tik Tok or YouTube. This concentration will service their needs and provide training, practice, and portfolio development through this curriculum.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams or by talking with your advisor.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge, and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Apply knowledge of entertainment industry terminology and processes to real-world scenarios.

2. Apply targeted marketing principles to effectively sell a product or artist

3. Design and manipulate digital images to create effective communications for the entertainment industry.

4. Explain and apply basic music terminology and theory.

5. Students will be able to work as a team to create an effective new artist presentation for industry representatives.

CIP Code: (30) 50.0102.00

General Education Requirements- Credits (15)

• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• ENGL 2860 - ^Introduction to Film Credits: (3)

• OR MUS 1030 - ^Introduction to Music  Credits: (3)

• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• Social/Behavioral Sciences  Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements- Credits (15)

• ART 270 - Type and Image Credits: (3)
• COMM 250 - Introduction to Social Media Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2299P - *Capstone Experience Credits: (2-3) (Must be taken as a 3 credit hour course)
• EMPR 1125 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1150 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business II Credits: (3)

Concentration Course Requirements - Credits (30)

• COMM 201 - Media Advertising and Sales Credits: (3)
• COMM 202 - Programming and Promotion Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1212 - Digital Video Editing Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2285 - Cooperative Work Experience in Communication Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2286 - Radio Internship Credits: (3)
• COMM 1010 - Intro to Mass Communication Credits: (3)
• COMM 1020 - Media Writing Credits: (3)
• COMM 1030 - Introduction to Electronic Media Credits: (3)
• COMM 2010 - Production and Announcing for Radio and Podcast Credits: (3)
• COMM 2020 - Television Production Credits: (3)

Total Degree Requirements- Credits (60)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule.  Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

Degree Works, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the Degree Works audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year- Fall Semester- Credits (15)

• COMM 2020 - Television Production Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1125 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1212 - Digital Video Editing Credits: (3)
• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• COMM 1010 - Intro to Mass Communication Credits: (3)

First Year- Spring Semester- Credits (15)

• COMM 202 - Programming and Promotion Credits: (3)
• COMM 2010 - Production and Announcing for Radio and Podcast Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1150 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business II Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2286 - Radio Internship Credits: (3)
• ENGL 2860 - ^Introduction to Film Credits: (3)

• OR MUS 1030 - ^Introduction to Music  Credits: (3)

Second Year- Fall Semester- Credits (15)

• COMM 201 - Media Advertising and Sales Credits: (3)
• ART 270 - Type and Image Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2285 - Cooperative Work Experience in Communication Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• Social/Behavioral Sciences  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

Second Year- Spring Semester- Credits (15)

• COMM 1020 - Media Writing Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2299P - *Capstone Experience Credits: (2-3) (Must be taken as a 3 credit hour course)
• COMM 250 - Introduction to Social Media Credits: (3)
• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• COMM 1030 - Introduction to Electronic Media Credits: (3)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Entertainment Media Production
Concentration: Multimedia & Web Design

For more information, contact the Humanities division at 615-230-3200 or at humanities@volstate.edu.

Entertainment Media Production combines several areas with the same purpose: to get students trained and plugged into the entertainment industry in Tennessee. Tracks include concentrations in music production, music business, multimedia and web design, video production, and digital and broadcast media. The Associate of Applied Science program is designed for the media workplace.

This track is designed to give students the skills they need to work with many different types of software and media. Graphic design and animation courses give students specific marketable skills. Project management helps students to understand the web and graphic design business process. Students work in the college Apple computer lab with a variety of design software.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams, or by talking with your advisor.

Program​ Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Apply knowledge of entertainment industry terminology and processes to real-world scenarios.
2. Apply targeted marketing principles to effectively sell a product or artist.
3. Design and manipulate digital images to create effective communications for the entertainment industry.
4. Explain and apply basic music terminology and theory.
5. Students will be able to work as a team to create an effective new artist presentation for industry representatives.

CIP Code: (30) 50.0102.00

General Education Requirements - Credits (15)

• COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking Credits: (3)
• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• ENGL 2860 - ^Introduction to Film Credits: (3)

• OR MUS 1030 - ^Introduction to Music  Credits (3)

• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• Social/Behavioral Sciences  Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (15)

• ART 1340 - Foundations Studio I Credits: (3)
• COMM 250 - Introduction to Social Media Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2299P - *Capstone Experience Credits: (2-3) (Must be taken as 3 Credits)
• EMPR 1125 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1150 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business II Credits: (3)

Concentration Course Requirements - Credits (30)

• ART 155 - Introduction to Photography and Digital Imaging Credits: (3)
• ART 253 - Graphic Design I Credits: (3)
• ART 270 - Type and Image Credits: (3)
• CITC 1300 - *Beginning HTML and CSS Credits: (3)
• CITC 1301 - *Introduction to Programming and Logic Credits: (3)
• COMM 1010 - Intro to Mass Communication Credits: (3)
• COMM 1030 - Introduction to Electronic Media Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1212 - Digital Video Editing Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1222 - Field Production & Lighting Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2225 - *Motion Graphics Credits: (3)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

Degree Works, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the Degree Works audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 1125 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1212 - Digital Video Editing Credits: (3)
• ART 155 - Introduction to Photography and Digital Imaging Credits: (3)
• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 1150 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business II Credits: (3)
• CITC 1300 - *Beginning HTML and CSS Credits: (3)
• ART 270 - Type and Image Credits: (3)
• ENGL 2860 - ^Introduction to Film Credits: (3)

• OR MUS 1030 - ^Introduction to Music  Credits: (3) 

• EMPR 1222 - Field Production & Lighting Credits: (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• ART 253 - Graphic Design I Credits: (3)
• COMM 250 - Introduction to Social Media Credits: (3)
• CITC 1301 - *Introduction to Programming and Logic Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• COMM 1010 - Intro to Mass Communication Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 2225 - *Motion Graphics Credits: (3)
• COMM 1030 - Introduction to Electronic Media Credits: (3)
• Social/Behavioral Sciences   (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2299P - *Capstone Experience Credits: (2-3) (Must be taken as 3 Credits)
• ART 1340 - Foundations Studio I Credits: (3)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Entertainment Media Production
Concentration: Music Business

For more information, contact the Humanities division at 615-230-3200 or at humanities@volstate.edu.

Entertainment Media Production combines several areas with the same purpose: to get students trained and plugged into the entertainment industry in Tennessee. Tracks include concentrations in music production, music business, multimedia and web design, video production.  The Associate of Applied Science program is designed for the media workplace.

This track prepares students for work in the business sector of music entertainment. The track focuses on skills necessary for beginning and maintaining a professional career in the music entertainment industry.  The track has a strong emphasis on practical applications of classroom knowledge to the Nashville Business environment.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams, or by talking with your advisor.

Program​ Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Apply knowledge of entertainment industry terminology and processes to real-world scenarios.
2. Apply targeted marketing principles to effectively sell a product or artist.
3. Design and manipulate digital images to create effective communications for the entertainment industry.
4. Explain and apply basic music terminology and theory.
5. Students will be able to work as a team to create an effective new artist presentation for industry representatives.

CIP Code: (30) 50.0102.00

General Education Requirements - Credits (15)

• COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking Credits: (3)
• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• ENGL 2860 - ^Introduction to Film Credits: (3)

• OR  MUS 1030 - ^Introduction to Music  Credits: (3)

• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• Social/Behavioral Sciences  Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (15)

• ART 1340 - Foundations Studio I Credits: (3)
• COMM 250 - Introduction to Social Media Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2299P - *Capstone Experience Credits: (2-3) (Must be taken as 3 Credits)
• EMPR 1125 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1150 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business II Credits: (3)

Concentration Course Requirements - Credits (30)

• BUSN 1350 - *Sales and Service Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2300 - *Business Ethics Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2380 - *Principles of Marketing Credits: (3)
• COMM 201 - Media Advertising and Sales Credits: (3)
• COMM 240 - Introduction to Public Relations Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2010 - Production and Announcing for Radio and Podcast  Credits: (3)

• EMPR 2285 - Cooperative Work Experience in Communication Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1270 - *Audio for Media Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2200 - *Music Tour Logistics I Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2250 - *Music Tour Logistics II Credits: (3)
• MUS 1002 - Fundamentals of Music Theory Credits: (3) Test-out option

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule.  Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

Degree Works, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the Degree Works audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 1270 - *Audio for Media Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1125 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business Credits: (3)
• MUS 1002 - Fundamentals of Music Theory Credits: (3) Test-out Option
• ENGL 2860 - ^Introduction to Film Credits: (3)

• OR  MUS 1030 - ^Introduction to Music  Credits: (3)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 1150 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business II Credits: (3)
• ART 1340 - Foundations Studio I Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2380 - *Principles of Marketing Credits: (3)
• BUSN 2300 - *Business Ethics Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 2200 - *Music Tour Logistics I Credits: (3)
• COMM 250 - Introduction to Social Media Credits: (3)
• COMM 201 - Media Advertising and Sales Credits: (3)
• COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking Credits: (3)
• BUSN 1350 - *Sales and Service Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 2285 - Cooperative Work Experience in Communication Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2250 - *Music Tour Logistics II Credits: (3)
• COMM 240 - Introduction to Public Relations Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2010 - Production and Announcing for Radio and Podcast  Credits: (3)

• EMPR 2299P - *Capstone Experience Credits: (2-3) (Must be taken as 3 Credits)
• Social/Behavioral Sciences  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Entertainment Media Production
Concentration: Music Production

For more information, contact the Humanities division at 615-230-3200 or at humanities@volstate.edu.

Entertainment Media Production combines several areas with the same purpose: to get students trained and plugged into the entertainment industry in Tennessee. Tracks include concentrations in music production, music business, multimedia and web design, video production, and digital and broadcast media. The Associate of Applied Science is designed for the media workplace.

This track prepares students for work in studios and with music industry companies. The subject areas include audio recording techniques, digital audio technology, and audio for multimedia. Courses are designed to round out studio skills with conceptual knowledge, such as media advertising and sales. Students work in the Vol State recording studio anchored by an Avid/Euphonix S5 Fusion digital audio console with Eucon technology.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams, or by talking with your advisor.

Program​ Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Apply knowledge of entertainment industry terminology and processes to real-world scenarios.
2. Apply targeted marketing principles to effectively sell a product or artist.
3. Evaluate 2-dimensional visuals for use in entertainment marketing and communication.
4. Design and manipulate digital images to create effective communications for the entertainment industry.
5. Explain and apply basic music terminology and theory.
6. Students will be able to work as a team to create an effective new artist presentation for industry representatives.

CIP Code: (30) 50.0102.00

General Education Requirements - Credits (15)

• COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking Credits: (3)
• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• ENGL 2860 - ^Introduction to Film Credits: (3)

• OR MUS 1030 - ^Introduction to Music  Credits: (3)

• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• Social/Behavioral Sciences  Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (15)

• ART 1340 - Foundations Studio I Credits: (3)
• COMM 250 - Introduction to Social Media Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1125 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1150 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business II Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2299P - *Capstone Experience Credits: (2-3) (Must be taken as 3 Credits)

Concentration Course Requirements - Credits (30)

• EMPR 1270 - *Audio for Media Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1271 - *Introduction to Audio Recording Techniques Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2200 - *Music Tour Logistics I Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2250 - *Music Tour Logistics II Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2272 - *Digital Audio Technology Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2273 - *Live Sound Recording and Reinforcement Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2295P - *Recording Practicum Credits: (1-3) (Must be taken as 2 Credits)
• MUS 226 - Music Technology I Credits: (3)
• MUS 1002 - Fundamentals of Music Theory Credits: (3)
• MUS 1057 - Music Theory I Credits: (3)
• MUS 1058 - Ear Training I Credits: (1)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule.  Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

Degree Works, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the Degree Works audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 1270 - *Audio for Media Credits: (3)
• MUS 1002 - Fundamentals of Music Theory Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1125 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business Credits: (3)
• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• ENGL 2860 - ^Introduction to Film Credits: (3)

• OR  MUS 1030 - ^Introduction to Music  Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (16)

• EMPR 1271 - *Introduction to Audio Recording Techniques Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1150 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business II Credits: (3)
• MUS 1057 - Music Theory I Credits: (3)
• MUS 1058 - Ear Training I Credits: (1)
• MUS 226 - Music Technology I Credits: (3)
• ART 1340 - Foundations Studio I Credits: (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 2272 - *Digital Audio Technology Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2200 - *Music Tour Logistics I Credits: (3)
• COMM 250 - Introduction to Social Media Credits: (3)
• COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking Credits: (3)
• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (14)

• EMPR 2250 - *Music Tour Logistics II Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2273 - *Live Sound Recording and Reinforcement Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2295P - *Recording Practicum Credits: (1-3) (Must be taken as 2 Credits)
• Social/Behavioral Sciences   (See General Education Requirements in the Catalog) Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2299P - *Capstone Experience Credits: (2-3) (Must be taken as 3 Credits)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Entertainment Media Production
Concentration: Video Production

For more information, contact the Humanities division at 615-230-3200 or at humanities@volstate.edu.

Entertainment Media Production combines several areas with the same purpose: to get students trained and plugged into the entertainment industry in Tennessee. Tracks include concentrations in music production, music business, multimedia and web design, video production, and digital and broadcast media. The Associate of Applied Science program is designed for the media workplace.

This track prepares students for work in studios and with video industry companies. The subject areas include television and video production, digital video editing, and field production and lighting. Courses are designed to round out studio skills with conceptual knowledge while working in the Vol State television studio.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams, or by talking with your advisor.

Program​ Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Apply knowledge of entertainment industry terminology and processes to real-world scenarios.
2. Apply targeted marketing principles to effectively sell a product or artist.
3. Evaluate 2-dimensional visuals for use in entertainment marketing and communication.
4. Design and manipulate digital images to create effective communications for the entertainment industry.
5. Explain and apply basic music terminology and theory.
6. Students will be able to work as a team to create an effective new artist presentation for industry representatives.

CIP Code: (30) 50.0102.00

General Education Requirements - Credits (15)

• COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking Credits: (3)
• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• ENGL 2860 - ^Introduction to Film Credits: (3)

• OR MUS 1030 - ^Introduction to Music  Credits: (3)

• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER
• Social/Behavioral Sciences   Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (15)

• ART 1340 - Foundations Studio I Credits: (3)
• COMM 250 - Introduction to Social Media Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1125 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1150 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business II Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2299P - *Capstone Experience Credits: (2-3) (Must be taken as 3 Credits)

Concentration Course Requirements - Credits (30)

• ART 253 - Graphic Design I Credits: (3)
• COMM 2020 - Television Production Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1212 - Digital Video Editing Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1222 - Field Production & Lighting Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2225 - *Motion Graphics Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2230 - *Screenwriting Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2235 - *Non-Fiction Film and Video Production Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2236 - *Fiction Film and Video Production Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2294P - *Communication Practicum: Video Production Credits: (1-3) (Must be taken as 3 Credits)
• THEA 1015 - Acting I Credits: (3)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule.  Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

Degree Works, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the Degree Works audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 1125 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1212 - Digital Video Editing Credits: (3)
• COMM 2020 - Television Production Credits: (3)
• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• THEA 1015 - Acting I Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 1150 - *Introduction to Entertainment Business II Credits: (3)
• EMPR 1222 - Field Production & Lighting Credits: (3)
• ART 1340 - Foundations Studio I Credits: (3)
• ENGL 2860 - ^Introduction to Film Credits: (3)

• OR  MUS 1030 - ^Introduction to Music  Credits: (3)

• MATH 1010 - ^Math for General Studies Credits: (3) OR HIGHER

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 2235 - *Non-Fiction Film and Video Production Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2230 - *Screenwriting Credits: (3)
• ART 253 - Graphic Design I Credits: (3)
• COMM 250 - Introduction to Social Media Credits: (3)
• COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• EMPR 2225 - *Motion Graphics Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2236 - *Fiction Film and Video Production Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2294P - *Communication Practicum: Video Production Credits: (1-3) (Must be taken as 3 Credits)
• Social/Behavioral Sciences  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)
• EMPR 2299P - *Capstone Experience Credits: (2-3) (Must be taken as 3 Credits)

Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Mechatronics Technology

For more information, contact the Business and Technology division at 615-230-3301 or at bustechinfo@volstate.edu.

This career pathway provides the academic knowledge and practical experience necessary to prepare students for employment as highly-skilled Mechatronics technicians. The concentration is specifically provided for students who are interested in working as a technician in an integrated multidisciplinary environment.  Upon successful completion of the program, students will be afforded the opportunity to complete the Level 2 Certification Examination to become a Siemens Certified Mechatronics Systems Associate.  This program is designed for students interested in getting into the workforce quickly with the technical skills employers demand. Students must successfully complete a minimum of 12 credits of MECH classes at VSCC in order to graduate.

The Mechatronics Technology Technical Certificate is embedded within the Associate of Applied Science in Mechatronics.  Courses in the certificate may be used to award this degree.

Students earning a degree in Mechatronics Technology are required to take the MECH Exit Exam and the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements.  More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams. 

Program​ Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. The graduate will have demonstrated a thorough understanding of the electrical components, electric motors, and mechanical components in a mechatronics system.
2. The graduate will demonstrate a thorough understanding of basic pneumatic, electro pneumatic and hydraulic control circuits in a mechatronics system.
3. The graduate will demonstrate a thorough understanding of basic digital logic and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in a mechatronics system. 
4. The graduate will have demonstrated the ability to use troubleshooting techniques, correct malfunctions, perform systematic preventive maintenance and apply safety rules with respect to electrical components, mechanical components, electric motors, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and PLCs used in a mechatronics system.
5. The graduate will have demonstrated the ability to install, implement and modify software tools used in mechatronic systems.
6. The graduate will demonstrate the ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication skills and identify and use appropriate technical literature.
7. The graduate will demonstrate the ability to use mathematical and scientific principles to solve technical problems.

CIP Code: (09) 15.0403.00    SOC Code: 17-3024

General Education Requirements - Credits (16)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  Credits: (3)
• MATH 1130 - ^College Algebra Credits: (3)

• OR MATH 1710 - ^Precalculus Algebra  Credits: (3) OR HIGHER 1

• Natural Science  (CHEM, PHYS, or PSCI Courses Preferred) Credits: (4) 2
• Social/Behavioral Sciences  (ECON 2200  Preferred) Credits: (3)

Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (44)

• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

• MECH 1310 - *Electrical Components Credits: (3)
• MECH 1320 - *Mechanical Components and Electric Motors Credits: (3)
• MECH 1330 - *(Electro) Pneumatic and Hydraulic Control Circuits Credits: (3)
• MECH 1340 - *Digital Fundamentals and Programmable Logic Controllers Credits: (3)
• MECH 2320 - *Motor Control Credits: (3)
• MECH 2425 - *Mechanics and Machine Elements Credits: (4)
• MECH 2440 - *Process Control Technologies Credits: (4)
• MECH 2441 - *Introduction to Totally Integrated Automation Credits: (4)
• MECH 2480 - *Automation Systems Credits: (4)
• MECH 2490 - *Manufacturing Applications Credits: (4)

• OR MECH 2495 - *Internship in Mechatronics II  Credits: (4)

• Mechatronics Electives (Choose from the following list) Credits: (6) 3
  ​CISP 1010 - Computer Science I   Credits: (4)
  ENGR 101 - *Engineering Graphics with CAD I  Credits: (3)
  ENGR 102 - *Engineering Graphics with CAD II  Credits: (3)
  ENGR 2110 - Statics  Credits: (3)
  ENGR 2120 - Dynamics  Credits: (3)
  ENST 1350 - *Industrial Safety  Credits: (3)
  INFS 1010 - Computer Applications  Credits: (3)
  MECH 1195 - *Internship in Mechatronics I  Credits: (1)
  MECH 1295 - *Internship in Mechatronics I  Credits: (2)
  MECH 1395 - *Internship in Mechatronics I  Credits: (3)
  MECH 1991 - *Special Topics in Mechatronics I  Credits: (1-4)
  MECH 2195 - *Internship in Mechatronics II  Credits: (1)
  MECH 2295 - *Internship in Mechatronics II  Credits: (2)
  MECH 2395 - *Internship in Mechatronics II  Credits: (3)
  MECH 2410 - *Electrical Control Systems  Credits: (4)
  MECH 2991 - *Special Topics in Mechatronics II  Credits: (1-4)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60)

Footnotes

1 Articulation to a four-year university requires higher-level mathematics choices. Consult your academic advisor.

2 Articulation to a four-year university may require specific natural science courses. Consult your academic advisor.

3 Articulation to a four-year university may require specific electives. Consult your academic advisor.

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

All courses required for completion of this degree are offered at both the Gallatin and the Cookeville campuses during the day and all 1000 level MECH courses are also offered at the Gallatin campus during the evening.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (15)

• MECH 1310 - *Electrical Components Credits: (3) Gallatin Campus Students

• OR MECH 1320 - *Mechanical Components and Electric Motors  Credits: (3) Gallatin and Cookeville Campus Students

• MECH 1330 - *(Electro) Pneumatic and Hydraulic Control Circuits Credits: (3) Gallatin and Cookeville Campus Students

• OR MECH 1340 - *Digital Fundamentals and Programmable Logic Controllers  Credits: (3) Gallatin Campus Students

• MATH 1130 - ^College Algebra Credits: (3)

• OR MATH 1710 - ^Precalculus Algebra  Credits: (3) OR HIGHER 1

• Mechatronics Electives (Choose from list above - ENST 1350  Preferred) Credits: (3)3
• Mechatronics Electives (Choose from list above - ENGR 101  Preferred) Credits: (3)3

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (16)

• MECH 1320 - *Mechanical Components and Electric Motors Credits: (3) Gallatin Campus Students

• OR MECH 1310 - *Electrical Components  Credits: (3) Gallatin and Cookeville Campus Students

• MECH 1340 - *Digital Fundamentals and Programmable Logic Controllers Credits: (3) Gallatin and Cookeville Campus Students

• OR MECH 1330 - *(Electro) Pneumatic and Hydraulic Control Circuits  Credits: (3) Gallatin Campus Students 

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• Natural Science  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog - CHEM, PHYS, or PSCI Preferred) Credits: (4) 2
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (14)

• MECH 2320 - *Motor Control Credits: (3)
• MECH 2441 - *Introduction to Totally Integrated Automation Credits: (4) Gallatin Campus Students

• OR MECH 2480 - *Automation Systems  Credits: (4) Cookeville Campus Students

• MECH 2440 - *Process Control Technologies Credits: (4)
• COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication Credits: (3)

• OR COMM 2045 - ^Public Speaking  Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (15)

• MECH 2441 - *Introduction to Totally Integrated Automation Credits: (4) Cookeville Campus Students

• OR MECH 2480 - *Automation Systems  Credits: (4) Gallatin Campus Students

• MECH 2425 - *Mechanics and Machine Elements Credits: (4)
• MECH 2490 - *Manufacturing Applications Credits: (4)

• OR MECH 2495 - *Internship in Mechatronics II  Credits: (4)

• Social/Behavioral Sciences  (See General Education Requirements in Catalog ECON 2200  Preferred) Credits: (3)

Degree:  Associate of Applied Science
Major: Nursing

For more information, contact the Nursing division at 615-230-4760.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Nursing prepares students for a career as a registered nurse. Nursing and pre-nursing education courses provide the student with the foundation for skills, attitudes, and knowledge for professional nursing. Graduates are prepared to provide holistic nursing care to persons from various cultures across the lifespan in a variety of healthcare delivery settings. Graduates will be eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) for licensure as a Registered Nurse.

Admission to the program is limited and selection of students is competitive. Meeting the minimum program requirements for application does not assure acceptance into the nursing program. A point system is used to rank each applicant. There will be a cohort of students admitted to the Gallatin and Livingston campuses each summer. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure all application materials are received in the Nursing Office by April 1st. Applicants who meet the deadline will be notified in writing of their admission status. All general education, sciences, and elective courses required for the Associate of Applied Science degree in Nursing must be completed or in progress at the time of application with a minimum GPA of 2.9. Any courses in progress at the time of application must be completed before the nursing program courses begin. The Nursing program application will be available beginning December 1st and due April 1st. 

LPNs: When accepted into the AASN program, LPNs with a current, unencumbered Tennessee license, may waive out of Fundamentals of Nursing (NRSG 1710) upon successful completion of assigned prior learning assessments (PLAs).  Prior learning assessments include successful completion of the following:  Care plan, physical assessment lab checkoff, medication administration lab checkoff, Foley catheter insertion lab checkoff, intravenous catheter insertion lab checkoff, a dosage calculation exam, and completion of a fundamentals review packet.  All other AASN admission requirements apply.  Contact the nursing division for specific details.

All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the E-Proficiency Profile (EPP) to meet graduation requirements. More information can be found at https://www.volstate.edu/graduation/exit-exams.

For more information about Vol State’s Nursing program, visit www.volstate.edu/nursing or contact the division office at (615) 230-4760.

Program​ Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. Professional Behavior: Perform within the ethical, legal and regulatory frameworks of nursing and standards of professional nursing practice.

2. Communication: Communicate effectively using verbal, nonverbal, and written techniques including information technology.

3. Assessment: Use subjective and objective data to identify actual or potential health alterations.

4. Clinical Decision Making: Evaluate outcomes of clinical decisions implemented to provide safe and effective evidenced-based nursing care.

5. Caring Interventions: Practice the effectiveness of caring interventions that incorporate principles of dignity, multiple populations, safety, and knowledge.

6. Teaching and Learning: Evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented teaching plan to meet the learning needs of patients, families and/or groups.

7. Collaboration: Collaborate when planning, implementing, and evaluating care.

8. Managing Care: Manage care through effective use of prioritization, delegation, informatics, and resources.

CIP Code: (31) 51.3801.00

General Education - Credits (16)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  Credits: (3)
• MATH 1530 - ^Introductory Statistics Credits: (3)
• BIOL 2010 - ^Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: (4)
• PSYC 1030 - ^Introduction to Psychology Credits: (3)

Major Nursing Core Requirements - Credits (50)

• BIOL 2020 - ^Human Anatomy and Physiology II Credits: (4)
• BIOL 2230 - Microbiology Credits: (4)
• Nursing Guided Elective: (Choose from the following list ) Credits: (3)
  COMM 2025 - ^Fundamentals of Communication  Credits: (3)
  ENGL 1020 - ^English Composition II  Credits: (3)
  HED 220 - Principles of Nutrition  Credits: (3)
  PSYC 2130 - ^Lifespan Development Psychology  (Credits: 3)
• NRSG 1320 - *Women’s Health and Childbearing Family Credits: (3)
• NRSG 1330 - *Pediatric Nursing Credits: (3)
• NRSG 1340 - *Mental Health Nursing Credits: (3)
• NRSG 1710 - *Fundamentals of Nursing Credits: (7)
• NRSG 1720 - *Medical-Surgical Nursing I Credits: (7)
• NRSG 2240 - *Professional Practice in Nursing Credits: (2)
• NRSG 2730 - *Medical-Surgical Nursing II Credits: (7)
• NRSG 2740 - *Medical-Surgical Nursing III Credits: (7)

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (66)

Gallatin & Livingston Campus Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (13)

• BIOL 2010 - ^Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: (4)
• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• MATH 1530 - ^Introductory Statistics Credits: (3)
• PSYC 1030 - ^Introduction to Psychology Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (14)

• BIOL 2020 - ^Human Anatomy and Physiology II Credits: (4)
• BIOL 2230 - Microbiology Credits: (4)
• Humanities and/or Fine Arts  (See General Education Requirement in Catalog) Credits: (3)
• Nursing Guided Elective: (Choose from list above) Credits: (3)

First Year - Summer Semester - Credits (7)

• NRSG 1710 - *Fundamentals of Nursing Credits: (7)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (13)

• NRSG 1320 - *Women’s Health and Childbearing Family Credits: (3)
• NRSG 1340 - *Mental Health Nursing Credits: (3)
• NRSG 1720 - *Medical-Surgical Nursing I Credits: (7)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (12)

• NRSG 1330 - *Pediatric Nursing Credits: (3)
• NRSG 2240 - *Professional Practice in Nursing Credits: (2)
• NRSG 2730 - *Medical-Surgical Nursing II Credits: (7)

Second Year - Summer Semester - Credits (7)

• NRSG 2740 - *Medical-Surgical Nursing III Credits: (7)

Springfield Campus Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites, and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (13)

• ENGL 1010 - ^English Composition I Credits: (3)
• MATH 1530 - ^Introductory Statistics Credits: (3)
• PSYC 1030 - ^Introduction to Psychology Credits: (3)
• BIOL 2010 - ^Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: (4)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (14)

• Humanities and/or Fine Arts   (See General Education Requirement in Catalog) Credits: (3)
• Nursing Guided Elective: (Choose from list above) Credits: (3)
• BIOL 2020 - ^Human Anatomy and Physiology II Credits: (4)
• BIOL 2230 - Microbiology Credits: (4)

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (7)

• NRSG 1710 - *Fundamentals of Nursing Credits: (7)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (13)

• NRSG 1320 - *Women’s Health and Childbearing Family Credits: (3)
• NRSG 1340 - *Mental Health Nursing Credits: (3)
• NRSG 1720 - *Medical-Surgical Nursing I Credits: (7)

Third Year - Fall Semester - Credits (10)

• NRSG 1330 - *Pediatric Nursing Credits: (3)
• NRSG 2730 - *Medical-Surgical Nursing II Credits: (7)

Third Year - Spring Semester - Credits (9)

• NRSG 2740 - *Medical-Surgical Nursing III Credits: (7)
• NRSG 2240 - *Professional Practice in Nursing Credits: (2)