• MOSA 1200R: Independence, Study, and Social Strategies

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Utilizing an interactive narrative approach, this course will engage students with content surrounding physical and mental health and the benefits of developing wellness practices. Using a strength-based approach, students will work towards enhancing their study strategies, hybrid communication and explore executive functioning strategies. In addition, students will begin the exploration of career introductions. Summer semester. Program director approval.
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• MOSA 2001: Developing Identity, Strengths, and Self-Perception I

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Utilizing a narrative approach, this course evaluates messaging individuals on the Autism Spectrum receive throughout early childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood from various sources- such as family, peers, and media- and its impact on shaping student’s self-perception. Diagnostic language is compared and contrasted with identity language as students begin to evaluate and define the personal strengths associated with ASD. Finally, students are asked to reframe negative self-perceptions into potential positive attributes through the exploration of their personal view of being an individual with ASD.
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• MOSA 2002: Developing Identity, Strengths, and Self-Perception II

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  This course is designed to assist students in identifying their core identity features and their foundation as an individual. Students are challenged to identify black and white thinking patterns surrounding their core identity for the purpose of establishing balance. Social rules and social confusions are addressed in detail as students develop strategies for managing social miscues and cultivating social tools to build confidence in a variety of settings. This also includes effective ways to build a support network to help achieve goals while also advocating for role preferences. Finally, students explore the connection between personal strengths and their chosen major and career goals, developing professional mentors and exploring professional opportunities.
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• MOSA 3001: Strength Based Professional Development I

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  This course is developed to assist student on the Autism Spectrum (ASD) explore their interests, skills, and talents through various forms of assessment, identifying a potential match for a major that will align with future career goals. Students conduct career exploration, identify potential barriers to their future career choice, and build on professional development.
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• MOSA 3002: Strength Based Professional Development II

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  This course is designed to link action with professional opportunity, practicing networking skills as they prepare for the transition from college to career. Students are engaged in professional skill development through resume writing and mock interviewing. Finally, this course explores tools to identify and apply for internship opportunities as student strategically plan for their future.
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• MOSA 4001: Navigating the Workplace I

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  This course discusses the development of workplace skills for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder enrolled in the Mosaic Program. During this semester, we explore the process of finding a professional niche. Students identify strengths and challenges for the purpose of discovering student’s optimal work environment. This course also addresses topics of disclosure and self-advocacy in the workplace. Students also learn professional workplace structure and how to engage in professional communication with supervisors and colleagues.
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• MOSA 4002: Navigating the Workplace II

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  This course addresses the social nature of the workplace and offers students in the Mosaic Program strategies for engaging in the “water cooler culture.” Students learn how to develop effective stress management techniques as well as the value of collaboration and teamwork. Other topics include the importance of professional development and how to respond to evaluation and feedback. Throughout the semester students learn professional skills such as how to network and market themselves to potential employers among other skills.
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• MOSA 4201: Cultivating Work-Life Balance I

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  This course is designed to assist students as they approach graduation or enroll in graduate school in becoming strong self-advocates and advocates for others with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Students will develop a positive personal and collective narrative for the purpose of educating others about the unique strengths and challenges of individuals with ASD. By educating others about ASD, students will have the opportunity to become more fluent in their language and become ASD confident self-advocates.
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• MOSA 4202: Cultivating Work-Life Balance II

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  This course is designed to continue developing student’s confidence surrounding the education of others about Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Students will explore strategies to effectively communicate their message surrounding Autism education and acceptance on UTC’s campus, in their communities, and in their chosen professional field. By engaging in personal leadership development, students will have the opportunity to cultivate advocacy skills for the empowerment of others.
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• MUS 0020R: Chattanooga Singers

  0.00 - 1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Study of music of all periods for large mixed chorus. Rehearsal and extensive performance experience emphasized. Performances in Chattanooga and throughout the world. Every semester. Students enrolling may elect to take the course for zero credit or 1 credit hour. For those registered for 0 credit, grades assigned with Satisfactory (S) or no Credit (NC). Students enrolled for 1 credit hour will be graded a standard letter grade (A, B, C, D
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