Ever fantasize about going back to school? Whether you want to finish a degree or just learn something new, you can take a class at Chattanooga State Community College.
We dug into the course catalog to find some of the most intriguing options being offered this fall — here are 8 classes we’d love to take:
Drone Technology 🛸
Course code: DV 000 (searchable in the course catalog)
Focus: This course offers hands-on experience operating + repairing drones, preparing students to take the FAA CFR14, Part 107C licensure exam (required for operating a drone).
American Sign Language 1 🤲
Course code: HP 120
Focus: Want to learn sign language? This introductory course is geared toward developing basic communication skills.
Digital Photography 1 📸
Course code: ARTP 2450
Focus: Taking a fine art approach, this course introduces students to basic techniques, equipment, trends and processes used in creating imagery as personal expression. (Basic computer experience and digital camera required.)
Personal Finance 💸
Course code: BUSN 1300
Focus: This course helps students define + reach personal financial goals through the study of topics like budgeting, taxes, credit, housing, insurance, investing, and retirement planning.
Podcasting 🎙️
Course code: COMM 2370
Focus: Want to start your own podcast? This class teaches students the basic elements of podcast production, like studio facilities, equipment, and techniques.
Costume Design and Construction 1 🧵
Course code: THEA 2610
Focus: Students are introduced to the process of costuming, including basic machine + hand-sewing techniques, principles and elements of design, garment fitting, and pattern modification — ultimately designing + constructing their own costume.
Intro to Computer Animation 👾
Course code: ANIM 1310
Focus: Students get to learn about the history of animation, games, film and art, with a basic introduction to 3D tools used for computer animation.
Basic Web Design 🖥️
Course code: WEBT 1320
Focus: This course explores the factors that affect web layout and design, like organization, navigation, usability, accessibility, typography, graphics, and color. Basic computer skills highly recommended.
