{"id":2362,"date":"2024-06-26T14:31:39","date_gmt":"2024-06-26T18:31:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/clasadvisingcenter\/?p=2362"},"modified":"2025-10-10T16:26:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T20:26:16","slug":"fall-2024-course-descriptions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/clasadvisingcenter\/2024\/06\/26\/fall-2024-course-descriptions\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall 2024 Course Descriptions"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Animal Veterinary Sciences (AVS)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_22_1\" for=\"choice_3_22_1\"><strong>196: Intro to Equine Cooperative (EL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Principles and practices of aquaculture from international, national and local perspectives. Includes field trip. (Students may not take both SMS 211 and AVS 211 for credit).<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Anthropology (ANT)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_27_1\" for=\"choice_3_27_1\"><strong>101: Intro to Anthropology, Human Origins and Prehistory (SC, CD)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A survey course focusing on the evolution of humankind, the development of culture, and the beginnings of civilization. Required for Anthropology majors.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_27_2\" for=\"choice_3_27_2\"><strong>120: Religions of the World \u2013 online course (SC, CD)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A survey of the distinctive features of the major world religions and the most studied Native American, African and aboriginal Australian religions. Focuses on the fit between myth and ritual, the problems involved in trying to understand both \u201cfrom the believer\u2019s point of view,\u201d and what generalizations can be made about religion in general.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_27_4\" for=\"choice_3_27_4\"><strong>221: Intro to Folklore \u2013 online course (WT, CD)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A survey of the different genres of folklore, its forms, uses, functions and modes of transmission. Emphasis on belief, custom and legend.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_27_4\" for=\"choice_3_27_4\">225: Climate Change, Societies and Cultures (PE)<\/label><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_27_6\" for=\"choice_3_27_6\">249: Religion and Violence \u2013 online course (E, SC, CD) \u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_27_6\" for=\"choice_3_27_6\">Explores the anthropology of contemporary political violence. The ethnographic study of terrorism, guerilla warfare, state terror and human rights will be complemented by examination of the ethical and methodological concerns that arise in this special area of investigation.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_27_7\" for=\"choice_3_27_7\"><strong>250: Conservation Anthropology: The Socio-Cultural Dimension of Environmental Issues (CD, PE)<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0Conservation is fundamentally a socio-cultural problem.\u00a0 Examines the different types of human\/nature relationships that emerge across various cultural, environmental, socio-economic, and political contexts.\u00a0 Through a comparative approach this course is designed to illustrate how culture is an important variable when creating viable conservation strategies.\u00a0 Themes covered in class include protected areas, indigenous and traditional knowledge, resource management, market-based conservation, environmental economics, and political ecology.\u00a0 Case studies: United States, Africa, Australia, Latin America, and Papua New Guinea.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong>295: American Indians and Climate Change (EL)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Art History (ARH)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_28_1\" for=\"choice_3_28_1\"><strong>100: Art and Human Experience (CD, AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0An exploration of the relationships between art and human experience as they exist within historical, cross-cultural and contemporary contexts. Focus is on specific areas of human experience as they intersect with the creation, understanding and use of visual artifacts.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_28_2\" for=\"choice_3_28_2\"><strong>155: Art and Visual Culture in the Ancient and Medieval Worlds (WT, CD, AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Introductory survey of painting, sculpture, architecture, and forms of visual and material culture in their various contexts from the Paleolithic and Ancient Worlds to the end of the Middle Ages.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_28_3\" for=\"choice_3_28_3\"><strong>156: Art and Visual Culture in the Modern Era (WT, AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Introductory survey of painting, sculpture, architecture, and other forms of visual and material culture in their various contexts from the Renaissance to the present.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Astronomy (AST)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_29_1\" for=\"choice_3_29_1\">109: Intro to Astronomy (AP)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_29_1\" for=\"choice_3_29_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A descriptive survey of astronomy including contemporary views of the universe. Topics include the solar system, stars, galaxies, black holes, quasars, and cosmology. May be taken without AST 110.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_29_2\" for=\"choice_3_29_2\">110: Intro to Astronomy Laboratory, along with AST 109 (AP-LAB)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_29_2\" for=\"choice_3_29_2\">\u00a0-Laboratory and observational exercises to accompany AST 109. \u00a0Lab 2.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Biochemistry, Microbiology &amp; Molecular Biology (BMB)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_31_1\" for=\"choice_3_31_1\">207\/209: Fundamentals of Chemistry\/Lab (AP-LAB)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_31_1\" for=\"choice_3_31_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Reviews the essentials of inorganic chemistry including measurements, elements, compounds and bond formation, chemical reactions and quantities, gasses, solutions and acid-base chemistry as they relate to biological chemistry. BMB 207 does not serve as a prerequisite for CHY 122, and is not recommended for pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, or pre-optometry programs of study.\u00a0Laboratory techniques in the essentials of inorganic chemistry and reactions of organic compounds presented in BMB 207. Lab 2.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Biology (BIO)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_92_1\" for=\"choice_3_92_1\">100: Basic Biology\/Lab (AP-LAB)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_92_1\" for=\"choice_3_92_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0An introduction to the following fundamental topics in biology: the structure and function of cells, the molecular basis and mechanisms of genetic inheritance, concepts in evolution, mechanisms of metabolism, and ecology.\u00a0 Open to students in all colleges, but limited to students in programs requiring this course or intending to take additional biology courses. Lec 3, Lab 2.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Business Information Systems (BIS<\/label><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>235: Digital Business Transformation (EL)<\/strong> <label id=\"label_3_92_1\" for=\"choice_3_92_1\">\u2013<\/label> Provides an overview of current and emerging technologies used in organizations today.\u00a0 All business majors should understand the technological infrastructure underlying information systems of the firm including system components, databases, networking, telecommunications, e-commerce and distributed systems.\u00a0 The course focuses on using information systems and technologies to enhance the competitive position of the firm, enabling managers to make better decisions and solve business problems.\u00a0 A minimum grade of C- is required in this course.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Canadian Studies (CAN)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_96_1\" for=\"choice_3_96_1\">101: Intro to Canadian Studies (WT, CD)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_96_1\" for=\"choice_3_96_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Acquaints students with varied aspects of the Canadian experience: society, culture, history, native peoples, environment, education, technology, economy and diplomacy. Participating faculty include Canadian-American Center staff, visiting scholars from Canada and the United States, and faculty members from UM Colleges. Course includes an optional field trip to Canada.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Chemistry (CHY)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_33_1\" for=\"choice_3_33_1\">121\/123: Intro to Chemistry\/Lab (AP-LAB)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_33_1\" for=\"choice_3_33_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0First semester of a two-semester sequence covering fundamental principles in chemical science presented in quantitative terms. Topics include matter, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, quantum theory, atomic structure, electronic configurations, periodic properties of elements, bonding theories, and molecular geometries. Introduction to experimental techniques and the process of scientific inquiry in chemistry. Emphasis is placed on making connections between macroscopic experimental observations and chemistry occurring at the atomic scale. Laboratory investigations are designed to help strengthen chemical understanding of concepts such as conservation of mass, limiting reactants, heats of reaction, greenhouse gases, chemical redox reactions, chromatography, and spectroscopy. CHY 123 is taken concurrently with CHY 121.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Child Development &amp; Family Relations (CHF)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_34_1\" for=\"choice_3_34_1\">200: Family Interaction (SC)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_34_1\" for=\"choice_3_34_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Interpersonal dynamics of dating, courtship, mate selection, and the development of family life. Changing patterns of personal interactions within the family life cycle and a pluralistic society.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_34_2\" for=\"choice_3_34_2\">201: Intro to Child Development (SC)\u00a0<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_34_2\" for=\"choice_3_34_2\">\u2013\u00a0<\/label><label id=\"label_3_34_2\" for=\"choice_3_34_2\">Influences on human development from conception through middle childhood. Theoretical perspectives, empirical evaluation and practical implications.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Classical Studies (CLA)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_89_1\" for=\"choice_3_89_1\">101: Greek Literature in English Translation \u2013 online course (WT, CD, WI)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_89_1\" for=\"choice_3_89_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A survey of Greek literature. No knowledge of Greek is necessary.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Communication\/Journalism\/Media Studies (CMJ)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_36_1\" for=\"choice_3_36_1\">100: Intro to Media Studies (SC)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_36_1\" for=\"choice_3_36_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Introduces the structure and operation of mass media and the social, political and economic implications of their activities.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_36_2\" for=\"choice_3_36_2\">102: Communication for Resilience and Connection (SC)<\/label><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_36_3\" for=\"choice_3_36_3\">103: Public Speaking (SC)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_36_3\" for=\"choice_3_36_3\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0The nature and problems of public speech communication, with practical experience in representative speaking situations. Participation in research to a maximum of 3 hours is expected.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_36_4\" for=\"choice_3_36_4\">106: Storytelling (AE)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_36_4\" for=\"choice_3_36_4\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0An introduction to storytelling as a communication practice in daily life. Emphasis is on gaining greater sensitivity and expressiveness as a communicator. Participation in research to a maximum of 3 hours is expected.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_36_5\" for=\"choice_3_36_5\">107: Communication and the Environment (SC, PE)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_36_5\" for=\"choice_3_36_5\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0This course provides an overview of the field of Environmental Communication. Students survey a range of disciplinary approaches including environmental journalism and media, science communication and participation, and public participation and decision making in environmental conflicts.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_36_6\" for=\"choice_3_36_6\">111: Intro to Journalism (SC)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_36_6\" for=\"choice_3_36_6\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Introduces the profession and practice of journalism\u00a0professional: responsibility and commitment to truthful, accurate, and fact-based reporting that serves the public interest. Students will be introduced to a general history of journalism in America while learning basic news values, journalistic ethics, reporting fundamentals, story types, and journalistic style.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_36_7\" for=\"choice_3_36_7\">136: Journalism Writing and Editing (WI) \u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_36_7\" for=\"choice_3_36_7\">Intensive introduction to news writing and editing, with emphasis on accuracy, style, as well as grammar, spelling and usage.\u00a0 Students must earn a C- or better in CMJ 136\u00a0 to continue taking professional courses in the Journalism Major.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Computer Science (COS)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_37_1\" for=\"choice_3_37_1\">103: Intro to Spreadsheets \u2013 online course (EL)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_37_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>Topics include design and use of spreadsheets to solve problems using formulas, charts and data functions.\u00a0 Credit does not count towards the COS major. This course assumes practical skills with the Windows operating system.<\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_37_2\" for=\"choice_3_37_2\">121: Coding for Everyone (QL)<\/label><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_37_3\" for=\"choice_3_37_3\">125: Intro to Problem Solving Using Computer Programming (EL)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_37_3\" for=\"choice_3_37_3\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><label id=\"label_3_37_3\" for=\"choice_3_37_3\">Students are introduced to computer programming as a tool for problem solving. Basic programming practices and analysis of algorithms are introduced.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_37_3\" for=\"choice_3_37_3\">140: Foundations of Computer Science (EL)<\/label><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Criminal Justice (CRJ)<\/label><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>114: Survey of Criminal Justice (SC)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Dance (DAN)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_38_1\" for=\"choice_3_38_1\">101: Beginner Modern Dance I (AE)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_38_1\" for=\"choice_3_38_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Fundamental concepts and practice of modern dance technique: body alignment, stretch\/strengthening, movement vocabulary, body coordination, musicality and spatial awareness. For the general student at the beginning dance level. Previous dance training. May be repeated for credit.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_38_2\" for=\"choice_3_38_2\">102: Beginning Ballet I (AE)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_38_2\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>An introduction to classical ballet dance training. Traditional exercises at the barre and on center floor emphasize body placement, flow of energy, and the creation of expressive movement in space. For the performing artist or general student. May be repeated for credit.<\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_38_3\" for=\"choice_3_38_3\">103: Beginner Jazz I (AE)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_38_3\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>Fundamentals of jazz dance technique with emphasis on body alignment, coordination and movement vocabulary. Preparation for expressive movement in relation to modern jazz music. May be repeated for credit.<\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_38_4\" for=\"choice_3_38_4\">105: Beginner Tap (AE)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_38_4\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>Teaches the fundamentals of Rhythm tap and Broadway Styles technique with emphasis on body alignment, flexibility, strength, rhythm, coordination and movement vocabulary. Expressive movement is encouraged. May be repeated for credit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Earth Sciences (ERS)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_39_1\" for=\"choice_3_39_1\">101: Intro to\u00a0Earth Sciences\/Lab (AP-LAB)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_39_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>A study of earth materials and processes, including their impact on humans.\u00a0 Topics include mineralogy, formation of igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks, geologic time, weathering and soil formation, glaciation, deserts and desertification, coastlines, earthquakes and seismology, and evolution of mountain belts and plate tectonics.\u00a0 Laboratory work includes the study of rocks, minerals, topographic maps and aerial photographs in preparation for a one-day weekend field trip to Acadia National Park.<\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_39_2\" for=\"choice_3_39_2\">102: Environmental Geology\/Lab (AP-LAB, PE)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_39_2\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>Environmental Geology explores the interaction of humans with the Earth\u2019s systems. The course begins with discussions of earth materials and human population dynamics. The science underlying geologic hazards (earthquakes, floods, landslides, etc.) is described and the interaction between geologic hazards and humans is explored. Human impacts on earth systems are identified and evaluated with a focus on pollution and climate change. Sources of energy used by humans and the associated environmental consequences of different energy sources are discussed. May include a one day field trip.<\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_39_3\" for=\"choice_3_39_3\">103: Dynamic Earth \u2013 online course (AP, PE)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_39_3\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>Explores how Earth\u2019s dynamic processes interact with humans by evaluating: the interplay between Earth\u2019s interior, hydrosphere, biosphere and atmosphere; the effects and underlying causes of natural hazards such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tidal waves and global warming; Earth\u2019s economic and energy resources how they form and how long they will lasts; and the global environment and how best to interact with it. Lec 3.<\/li>\n<li><strong>107: Energy, Environment, &amp; Climate &#8211; online course (AP, QL)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_39_4\" for=\"choice_3_39_4\">121: Humans and Global Change (PE)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_39_4\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>Explores how Earth\u2019s climate system works and how past environmental changes affected humans on time scales ranging from interannual to hundreds of thousands of years. Topics will range from the development of agriculture at the beginning of the current interglaciation to how humans are now changing global climate through the addition of greenhouses gases to the atmosphere.<\/li>\n<li><strong>152: Earth&#8217;s Changing Climate (AP, QL)<\/strong> <label for=\"choice_3_39_4\">\u2013 <\/label>Earth harbors a climate that is unique in the solar system, with its ability to sustain liquid water and support life.\u00a0 The geologic record bears witness to spectacular climate changes in the past, the most recent of which heralded the emergence of a complex, globally interconnected human society.\u00a0 Today humans are influencing the climate system in potentially unprecedented ways.\u00a0 The purpose of this course is to understand and evaluate the scientific basis of Earth\u2019s climate and past, present, and future change within the climate system, and to provide scientific context for a warming world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Economics (ECO)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_43_1\" for=\"choice_3_43_1\">120: Principles of Microeconomics (SC)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_43_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>Principles of microeconomics and their application to economic issues and problems. Analysis of the economic decision-making of individuals and firms; markets and pricing; monopoly power; income distribution; the role of government intervention in markets.<\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_43_2\" for=\"choice_3_43_2\">121: Principles of Macroeconomics (SC)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_43_2\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>Principles of macroeconomics and their application to modern economic issues and problems. Analysis of national income and employment; fluctuations in national income; monetary and fiscal policy; control of inflation, unemployment, and growth; and international aspects of macroeconomic performance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>154: Small Business Economics and Management \u2013 online course (SC)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">English (ENG)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_42_1\" for=\"choice_3_42_1\">100: Part I of 2-Semester \u2018Stretch\u2019 Version of ENG 101\u00a0<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_42_1\">\u2013\u00a0<\/label>This course provides intense practice with habits of reading, writing, thinking, and revising essential to postsecondary academic work.\u00a0 Designed for students who want to create a strong foundation for themselves in academic reading and writing.\u00a0 Available only during fall semester.\u00a0 Students who complete ENG 100 move on to ENG 106 during the spring semester.\u00a0 Students will not earn credit or grades for completing both ENG 101 and either course in the College Composition Stretch Sequence, ENG 100 and ENG 106.\u00a0Students must complete both ENG 100 and ENG 106 with a minimum grade of C or better in each course to satisfy the General Education College Composition requirement.\u00a0 Neither course taken alone will satisfy this requirement.<\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_42_2\" for=\"choice_3_42_2\">101: College Composition<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_42_2\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>Students practice the ways in which writing serves to expand, clarify, and order experience and knowledge, with particular attention to persuasive writing. Satisfactory completion of the course depends upon quality of weekly writing assignments as well as demonstration of proficiency in college-level writing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>129: Topics in English (Film) (WI)\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_42_3\" for=\"choice_3_42_3\">131: The Nature of Story (WT, CD)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_42_3\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>Explores the fundamental activity of why and how we create, tell and read\/listen to stories. Readings may include selections from folk tale and myth, saga and epic, drama and novel, film and song, poetry and essay\u2013from the ancient world to the modern, from the western cultural tradition and from a variety of other cultures.<\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_42_4\" for=\"choice_3_42_4\">170: Foundations of Literary Analysis (EL)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_42_4\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>An introduction to the close reading of literature. Students write frequently, exploring how conventions of genre, form, and style work in literature. Required of English majors.<\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_42_5\" for=\"choice_3_42_5\">205: Introduction to Creative Writing (AE, WI)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_42_5\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>Offers students experience in writing in three major forms: autobiographical narrative, fiction, and poetry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Food Science (FSN)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_41_1\" for=\"choice_3_41_1\">101: Intro to Food and Nutrition (AP)<\/label><\/strong><label for=\"choice_3_41_1\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label>A survey of food and nutrition principles, including the influence of food patterns on health and physical performance; description of a balanced diet; study of the nutrients, interrelationships, sources, effects of processing and storage, food safety, fads, controversies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Franco-American Studies (FAS)<\/label><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>140: Searching for Family Origins: Genealogy, DNA, and Family Trees (E, SC)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Geography (GEO)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_94_1\"><label for=\"choice_3_94_1\"><strong>100: World Geography (CD, PE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Introduces students to the major world cultural regions and their characteristics, development and interaction.\u00a0 It focuses particularly on the relationship between cultural groups and the environment within and between each region.\u00a0 Students will be challenged to acquire factual knowledge of cultural regions necessary for geographic literacy and to critically evaluate explanations of these patterns.<\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_94_2\" for=\"choice_3_94_2\"><strong>212: Geography of Maine (PE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0This course provides a geographical perspective on the historical development of Maine over the last 500 years.\u00a0 The course begins with European contact in the early 1500s, and then examines the evolution of Maine as a borderland during the colonial period, the American settlement of Maine in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, the growth of industrial manufacturing and tourism in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, and the de-industrialization and development of a service economy in Maine today.\u00a0 The course pays particular attention to environmental, cultural, and cross-border issues.\u00a0 (GEO 212 and HTY 212 are identical courses.)<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">History (HTY)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_47_1\" for=\"choice_3_47_1\"><strong>103: Creating America to 1877 (WT, SC)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Examines interactions of the many peoples who created the United States. Topics include Native Americans, the American Revolution, and Civil War, and how colonization, immigration, gender, race, politics, class, and geography shaped the nation.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_47_2\" for=\"choice_3_47_2\"><strong>104: United States History Since 1877 (WT, SC)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A survey of main themes of U.S history from 1877 to the present. The course may include an emphasis on political, social, economic, intellectual, and technological aspects of the Gilded Age, the Progressive Era, WWI, the interwar era, WWII, the Cold War, and post-Cold War era.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_47_3\" for=\"choice_3_47_3\"><strong>106: History of Modern Europe (WT, SC)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0This class surveys the intellectual, social, economic, and political changes that shaped the development of Europe from 1715 to the present.\u00a0 Topics may include the French and the Industrial Revolutions; nationalism and the emergence of nation states; the rise of Marxism; high imperialism; the two world wars; totalitarian governments of the 20th century; comparative histories of everyday life; and European integration.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_47_5\" for=\"choice_3_47_5\"><strong>130: Craft of Historical Detection (EL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0This course introduces students to the \u201cdetective work\u201d involved in historical inquiry using a single case study or historical controversy. (Case study or controversy will vary depending on the instructor). The course is also a \u201cfirst-year success course\u201d designed to help students develop effective study and academic skills.\u00a0 It can be used by history majors or potential history majors to meet the one credit LAS 150 requirement and also fulfills a history requirement.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_47_7\" for=\"choice_3_47_7\"><strong>202: Medieval Civilization (EL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Investigation of the cultural development of Europe during the Middle Ages, from late Roman times through the 15th century. Develops a broad overview of the distinctively European civilization that emerged during the period.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong>210: History of Maine (WT, SD)<\/strong> <label id=\"label_3_47_7\" for=\"choice_3_47_7\">\u2013 <\/label>A survey of Maine\u2019s social, economic, and political life, from primitive times to the present. After a brief study of Native American life preceding white settlement, the periods of colonial, provincial, and state history are covered.<\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_47_11\" for=\"choice_3_47_11\"><strong>212: Geography of Maine (PE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0This course provides a geographical perspective on the historical development of Maine over the last 500 years.\u00a0 The course begins with European contact in the early 1500s, and then examines the evolution of Maine as a borderland during the colonial period, the American settlement of Maine in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, the growth of industrial manufacturing and tourism in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, and the de-industrialization and development of a service economy in Maine today.\u00a0 The course pays particular attention to environmental, cultural, and cross-border issues.\u00a0 (GEO 212 and HTY 212 are identical courses.)<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_47_11\" for=\"choice_3_47_11\">220:\u00a0North American Indian History (SC, CD)<\/label><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>222: Maine Indian History in the Twentieth Century (PE, CD)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>232: Womanhood in America (WT, CD)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>265: The Power of Maps (CD, AE)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_47_12\"><label for=\"choice_3_47_12\"><strong>278: American Military History \u2013 online course (WT, SD)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0America\u2019s experience with warfare, from the colonial period through the Vietnam era. How American wars have been fought, and the complex interrelationship between American society and the military, including economic, political and social factors.<\/label><\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Human-Centered Technology Design (HCD)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>101: Intro to\u00a0Human-Center Design (EL)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Innovation Engineering (INV)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_46_1\" for=\"choice_3_46_1\"><strong>121: Innovation Engineering: Fundamentals (SC, AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Regardless of one\u2019s field of study, students need to be able to identify problems and generate solutions, communicate these solutions effectively, and test and implement them successfully. Innovation Engineering is a tool set and a system, that incorporates these skills and teaches students how to rapidly innovate and solve everyday problems. This course is designed to provide a complete overview of the Innovation Engineering system.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Interdisciplinary Studies (IND)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>192: Introduction to Career Development &#8211; online course (EL)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">International Affairs (INA)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_45_1\" for=\"choice_3_45_1\"><strong>101: Intro to International Affairs (SC)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Provides a common introduction to the interdisciplinary study of the field. Examines the core principles and concepts of the study of international affairs, the historical emergence and development of the contemporary global system, and the interaction between political actors and economic forces (especially between states and markets).<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Judaic Studies (JST)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_95_1\" for=\"choice_3_95_1\"><strong>200: Intro to Judaism (WT)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Judaic Studies provides a broad liberal arts background that cultivates an appreciation of the central role played by Jewish culture in the development of human civilization.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_49_1\" for=\"choice_3_49_1\"><strong>253: Lifetime Fitness for Health (AP)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0The course is designed to encourage personal awareness and responsibility for the maintenance of health and physical well-being through the seven dimensions of wellness; physical, intellectual, social, environmental, occupational, spiritual, and emotional. Instruction on the role of physical activity and other health behaviors on the well-being of the human body will be emphasized. Special emphasis will be directed towards developing a healthy balance between demands of school, work and social lives and their impacts on short and long-term health and fitness goals. Specific topics of instruction over the semester will include an introduction to wellness and fitness, aerobic and muscular fitness, flexibility and back health, body composition and weight management, nutrition, stress, and other relevant topics pertaining to health.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Labor Studies (LST)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_97_1\" for=\"choice_3_97_1\"><strong>101: Intro to Labor Studies \u2013 online course (SD)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Introduction to the field of Labor Studies, and interdisciplinary area of study encompassing the labor movement and labor organizations, work and the labor market, social class, employment law and relations, labor economics, diversity in work and the labor movement, and the sociology of work.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Leadership Studies (LDR)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_60_1\" for=\"choice_3_60_1\"><strong>100: Foundations of Leadership (SC)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Introduction to the study of leadership as a personal and social phenomenon from a multidisciplinary perspective, with a focus on the development of practical leadership skills and behaviors. Emphasis on exploring the nature of leadership in diverse human contexts through civic and community engagement.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\"><\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Maine Studies (MES)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_58_1\" for=\"choice_3_58_1\"><strong>101: Intro to Maine Studies (PE, WI)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0An interdisciplinary approach to the study of Maine through sources in history, literature, political science, Native American studies, Franco American studies, and other fields.\u00a0 The unifying theme is the significance of locality in understanding the interaction between the landscape and the people.\u00a0 How does the Maine landscape shape people\u2019s choices?\u00a0 How do the people use the state\u2019s landscape and resources?\u00a0 How do social, demographic, cultural, and environmental factors shape this relationship throughout history?\u00a0 The activities examined include farming, fishing, lobstering, and lumbering.\u00a0 How have commercial interests intersected with environmental concerns?\u00a0 The cultures considered include Native American, early Anglo settlers, later Irish and Franco immigrants, and more recent immigration and refugee communities.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong>102: My Maine Experience <label id=\"label_3_58_1\" for=\"choice_3_58_1\">\u2013<\/label> online course (EL)<\/strong> <label id=\"label_3_58_1\" for=\"choice_3_58_1\">\u2013 <\/label>An interdisciplinary approach to the study of Maine which combines lecture and experiential learning to allow students to explore the variegated landscapes and cultures of Maine and to better understand the interactions between the people of Maine and the environment of Maine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Mathematics &amp; Statistics (MAT\/STS)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_57_1\" for=\"choice_3_57_1\"><strong>101: The Nature and Language of Mathematics (QL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0An opportunity for non-science majors to broaden their understanding of mathematics and to examine the connections between mathematics and other areas of human understanding.\u00a0 Specific topics may vary from semester to semester and are chosen to provide students with the opportunity to explore, through inquiry and discovery, the development, structure, and application of mathematical systems.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_57_2\" for=\"choice_3_57_2\"><strong>103: Elementary Algebraic Models in Our World (QL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0An introduction to the applications of algebra with a focus on data analysis and model building.\u00a0 Topics include graphs, algebraic equations and functions.\u00a0 Primary attention will be given to using linear, quadratic and exponential functions to represent and interpret real world applications.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_57_3\" for=\"choice_3_57_3\"><strong>111: Algebra for College Mathematics (EL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0This course covers the basic topics in algebra needed to enter a mathematics course at the precalculus level. The covered topics include a brief review of the real number system (including absolute value, exponents, roots, and radicals), linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, graphs, functions (primarily linear and other polynomial), factoring, rational and radical expressions. Optional topics include systems of equations, variation, exponential and logarithmic functions. Note: This course does not satisfy the General Education in Mathematics Requirement.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_57_4\" for=\"choice_3_57_4\"><strong>115: Applied Mathematics for Business and Economics (QL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Topics in discrete mathematics, finite mathematics, and calculus with applications to business and economics.\u00a0 Topics include linear functions and regressions, the mathematics of finance, probability, and differential calculus.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_57_5\" for=\"choice_3_57_5\"><strong>116: Intro to Calculus (QL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A three-credit introduction to calculus primarily intended for students in business, life sciences, or social sciences.\u00a0 The focus is on concepts and applications, utilizing numerical, graphical, and algebraic approaches and uses of technology.\u00a0 Topics include functions (algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and elementary trig functions), and an overview of differential and integral calculus.\u00a0 Credit is not given for this course after MAT 126. Departmental permission is required to take MAT 126 after this course.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_57_5\" for=\"choice_3_57_5\">117: Applications of Calculus (QL)<\/label><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_57_6\" for=\"choice_3_57_6\"><strong>122: Pre-Calculus (QL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Designed as a transitional course between high school algebra and college mathematics, particularly calculus.\u00a0 Topics include a detailed study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, stressing ideas needed by those who will take calculus.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_57_7\" for=\"choice_3_57_7\"><strong>126: Calculus I (QL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0An introduction to calculus for students in mathematics, engineering, and the sciences. Covers the differential calculus of the algebraic, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions, concluding with the definite integral and the fundamental theorem of calculus. The approach is intuitive and geometric, with emphasis on understanding the basic concepts of function, limit, derivative and integral.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_57_9\" for=\"choice_3_57_9\"><strong>132: Principles of Statistical Inference (QL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Intended for students who will use statistics as an aid to the comprehension of quantitative work done by others and for students who will follow this course by an intermediate level applied statistics course. An introduction to the language and methods of statistical analysis, probability, graphic and numeric descriptive methods and inference from sample data. NOTE: because of overlap, MAT 232 and MAT 215 cannot both be taken for degree credit.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Modern Languages &amp; Classics<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>101: Elementary French I (CD)*<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A systematic study of the basics of the French language. Equal emphasis is placed on developing reading, comprehension, speaking and writing skills. For students with no previous study of French or fewer than two years in high school.<\/li>\n<li><strong>101: Elementary German I (CD)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0The basics of the German language. Emphasis on developing reading, comprehension, speaking and writing skills. For students with no previous study of German or fewer than two years in high school.<\/li>\n<li><strong>101: Elementary Spanish I (CD)*<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A systematic study of the basics of the Spanish language. Equal emphasis on developing reading, comprehension, speaking and writing skills. For students with no previous study of Spanish or fewer than two years in high school.<\/li>\n<li><strong>101: Beginning Modern Hebrew (CD)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A systematic study of the basics of the Hebrew language. Equal emphasis is placed on developing reading, listening comprehension, speaking and writing skills. For students with minimal or no previous knowledge of Modern Hebrew.<\/li>\n<li><strong>101: Elementary Latin I \u2013 online course (EL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Fundamentals of the Latin language.<\/li>\n<li><strong>101:\u00a0Elementary Sign Language I (EL)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li class=\"gchoice gchoice_52_2\"><strong><label id=\"label_52_2\" class=\"gform-field-label gform-field-label--type-inline\" for=\"choice_52_2\">190: Spanish for the Medical Professions &#8211; online course (CD)<\/label><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>201:\u00a0Intermediate French (CD)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>203: Intermediate Spanish I (CD)*<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0An integrated approach. Reading texts as well as other materials will be employed to strengthen reading, writing and especially speaking and comprehension skills. Includes a systematic but gradual review of the essentials of Spanish grammar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Music Literature (MUL)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_51_1\" for=\"choice_3_51_1\"><strong>101: The Art of Listening to Music (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Designed for the student with no previous experience in music. Provides a working vocabulary of terms and listening experiences intended to expand the basic understanding of the art form.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Music-Organizations &amp; Ensembles (MUO)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_50_1\" for=\"choice_3_50_1\"><strong>101: University Singers (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Rehearsal and performance of choral concert repertoire. Extended concert tours. Five hours of rehearsal a week. Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required. May be repeated for credit. Lab 5.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_50_2\" for=\"choice_3_50_2\"><strong>103: Oratorio Society (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Rehearsal and performance of major choral works.\u00a0 Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required.\u00a0 May be repeated for credit. You must sign up for 1 credit if you want to receive credit towards general education requirements. Audition required.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_50_3\" for=\"choice_3_50_3\"><strong>109: Collegiate Chorale (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Rehearsal and performance of choral music appropriate for choral singers with limited background and training. No audition required; open to all students. Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required. May be repeated for credit. Lab 2.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_50_4\" for=\"choice_3_50_4\"><strong>111: Marching Band (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Performs at home and occasional off-campus football games. Course begins four days prior to opening of classes. Rehearsal of concert music on limited schedule during final weeks of semester. Attendance required at rehearsals and performances. May be repeated for credit. Lab 4. (Fall semester only.)<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_50_5\" for=\"choice_3_50_5\"><strong>113: Pep Band (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Rehearsal and performance of band music appropriate for athletic events including current marching band selections. Attendance required at rehearsals and performances. May be repeated for credit. Lab 2.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_50_6\" for=\"choice_3_50_6\"><strong>114: Symphonic Band (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Rehearsal and performance of the most challenging and significant band literature. Attendance required at rehearsals and performances. Occasional touring on class days. May be repeated for credit. Lab 3.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_50_7\" for=\"choice_3_50_7\"><strong>121: University Orchestra (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Rehearsal and performance of standard orchestral repertoire. Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required. May be repeated for credit. Lab 4.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_50_8\"><label for=\"choice_3_50_8\"><strong>132: Opera Workshop (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Rehearsal and performance of standard opera repertory. May be repeated for credit. Lab 3<\/li>\n<li><strong><label id=\"label_3_50_9\" for=\"choice_3_50_9\">141: Brass Ensemble (AE)<\/label><\/strong><label id=\"label_3_50_9\" for=\"choice_3_50_9\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><label id=\"label_3_50_9\" for=\"choice_3_50_9\">The study and performance of chamber music for brass instruments. May be repeated for credit.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_50_11\"><label for=\"choice_3_50_11\"><strong>143: UMaine Jazz Ensemble (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Rehearsal and performance of music for the large (16-24) jazz ensemble. Membership through audition. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances required. May be repeated for credit. Applied Music 1.<\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_50_12\"><label for=\"choice_3_50_12\"><strong>149: Chamber Music (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>The study and performance of chamber music. May be repeated for credit. Lab 2.<\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_50_13\"><label for=\"choice_3_50_13\"><strong>150: Percussion Ensemble (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Performs chamber music composed primarily for percussion instruments. May be repeated for credit. Lab 2.<\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_50_14\" for=\"choice_3_50_14\"><strong>155: Chamber Jazz Ensemble (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0The rehearsal and performance of music for the Chamber Jazz Ensemble, that is, a small group consisting of one or several pitched instruments in \u201cC,\u201d, \u201cBb\u201d, \u201cEb\u201d, or \u201cC bass clef\u201d only , capable of a full chromatic scale with keyboard accompaniment (keyboardists must bring their own ) for participation in the course.\u00a0 Vocalists as well, who elect the ensemble, will need to play a pitched musical instrument that meets the criteria outlined above.\u00a0 Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required.\u00a0\u00a0In addition, memorization of 4-8 works from the standard jazz repertory will be\u00a0required.\u00a0 May be repeated for credit.\u00a0 Lab 1.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_50_15\"><label for=\"choice_3_50_15\"><strong>160: Black Bear Men\u2019s Chorus (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Rehearsal and performance of men\u2019s choral repertoire.\u00a0 Ensemble with members from campus and community.\u00a0 Short audition used for placement within the ensemble only.\u00a0 Attendance at all rehearsals and public performances required.\u00a0 May be repeated for credit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Music Theory (MUY)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_67_1\" for=\"choice_3_67_1\"><strong>101: Fundamentals of Music (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0An elemental study of the dimensions and basic characteristics of musical sounds, with primary emphasis upon the development of skills and concepts through creating, performing and analysis.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Native American Studies (NAS)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_66_1\" for=\"choice_3_66_1\"><strong>101: Intro to Native American Studies (SC, CD)<\/strong> \u2013 Introduces the interdisciplinary perspective of Native American Studies. Examines the experience of Native Americans, past and present, focusing on diverse and distinct cultural areas and historical events. Explores Native Americans\u2019 integral part in the development of the Americas and the European impact on traditional Native societies, historically and currently.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><strong>102: Introduction to Wabanaki Culture, History and Contemporary Issues\u00a0(SD, CD)<\/strong> <label id=\"label_3_66_1\" for=\"choice_3_66_1\">\u2013 <\/label>Examines the world view, way of life, history, art, literature and contemporary issues of the Native nations that make up the Wabanaki Confederacy. The culture, philosophy and creation stories of the individual tribes, including the Penobscot, Passamaquoddy, Maliseet and Micmac tribes are explored. In addition, concepts such as sovereignty, treaty rights and tribal government are discussed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">New Media (NMD)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_65_1\" for=\"choice_3_65_1\"><strong>100: Intro to New Media (SC)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0NMD 100 explores the concepts that define new media, what new media are, how they are produced, who produces them, and why they challenge how we think, act, create, and relate to other people. We will explore the impact and disruptive effect emerging technologies have on society and institutions by studying both past and present technological developments. The course examines the benefits emerging technologies afford to individuals, organizations, and society; we will consider the challenges and consequences of society\u2019s rapid embrace of these emerging technologies, including the need to raise user awareness of increasing privacy and security concerns. Lecture and Discussion format with hands-on laboratory.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_65_2\" for=\"choice_3_65_2\"><strong>104: New Media Design (AE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Introduction to principles and theories of visual design, in traditional and electronic media; processes, methods and technologies relative to the creative production of two-dimensional visual imagery; use of the computer as a creative tool for the development of expressive and professional images.\u00a0 Focus on the creative process in visual design.\u00a0 Studio 3.<\/label><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Ocean Science (SMS)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_64_1\"><label for=\"choice_3_64_1\"><strong>100: Intro to Ocean Science (AP, PE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>A non-laboratory survey of the broad field of marine science, stresses the interconnections among aspects of oceanography, marine biology and ecology, living marine resources and human interactions with the marine environment. Practical applications of basic scientific principles are stressed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Peace Studies (PAX)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_63_1\"><label for=\"choice_3_63_1\"><strong>201: Intro to Peace and Reconciliation Studies \u2013 online course (SC, CD)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Introduces students to various concepts in the field of Peace and Reconciliation Studies. Topics include forms of violence and their relationship to social structure and cultural practices; global militarization and environmental destruction and their impact on human needs; and peace-making and conflict resolution at both micro and macro levels.<\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_63_3\"><label for=\"choice_3_63_3\"><strong>351: This Sacred Earth: Ecology and Spirituality \u2013 online course (E)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Examines Eastern and Western views on the environment in terms of spiritual traditions. A major part of the course addresses a new approach to spirituality of nature, called Deep Ecology which includes ecotheology and ecofeminist spirituality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Philosophy (PHI)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_62_1\"><label for=\"choice_3_62_1\"><label for=\"choice_3_62_1\"><strong>100: Contemporary Moral Problems (WT, SC, E)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label><\/label>Examines a variety of moral problems causing controversy in contemporary society. Focuses on evaluating arguments for and against competing solutions to these problems. Also discusses different philosophical strategies for thinking about moral obligations and relationships. Topics surveyed may include: abortion, affirmative action, euthanasia, feminism, the environment, capital punishment, welfare and aid to the needy, technology, war and racism, among others.<\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_62_2\" for=\"choice_3_62_2\"><strong>102: Intro to Philosophy (WT, E)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0An introduction to philosophical thought and critical thinking through a reading of works from the philosophical tradition. Readings might include works from philosophers such as Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, Descartes, Hume, Locke, Kant, Marx, Nietzche and\/or other great works of philosophy. Questions will be asked about the nature of wisdom and knowledge, the essence of reality and of ideas, human nature, virtue and community, justice and political life.<\/label><\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_62_3\"><label for=\"choice_3_62_3\"><strong>103: Methods of Reasoning (WT)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>A study of principles used to distinguish correct from incorrect reasoning including the nature of thought, uses of language, recognition of arguments, informal fallacies, purposes and types of definition, deduction and induction. Emphasis on understanding and mastering through practice some fundamental techniques for testing the soundness of many different kinds of reasoning.<\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_62_4\"><label for=\"choice_3_62_4\"><strong>104: Existentialism and Literature (WT, AE, E)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>A critical study of philosophical significance of individual choices and actions involving questions of personal identity, responsibility and authenticity as these themes are developed in existentialist literature. Special attention will be given to existentialist literary techniques.<\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_62_5\"><label for=\"choice_3_62_5\"><strong>105: Intro to Religious Studies (WT, SC)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>An analysis of religion as an expression of human culture past and present. Considers institutional and non-institutional manifestations of religion as conveyed through myth and symbol, religious experience, struggle for societal change, mysticism, and quests for the articulation of human values. Inquiry by various disciplines will be considered, e.g., anthropology, psychology, sociology, history, philosophy, and theology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Physics (PHY)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_74_2\"><label for=\"choice_3_74_2\"><strong>121: Physics for Engineers and Physical Scientists I\/Lab (AP-LAB)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>An introductory calculus-based physics course, primarily serving students majoring in engineering or the physical sciences. Treats mechanics and acoustics. NOTE: Because of overlapping subject matter, no more than four (4) degree credits are allowed for any combination of PHY 107, PHY 111 and PHY 121.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Plant, Soil &amp; Environmental Science (PSE)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_73_1\"><label for=\"choice_3_73_1\"><strong>100: Plant Science (AP-LAB)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Basics of plant anatomy, morphology, ecology, physiology and taxonomy with examples drawn from common agricultural and horticultural plants\u00a0are discussed. Labs include hands-on investigations of local plants. Lec 3, Lab 2.\u00a0 Course may include field trips during class hours.<\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_73_2\"><label for=\"choice_3_73_2\"><strong>105: Principles of Sustainable Agriculture (AP, PE)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Basic design principles and examples of environmentally and economically sustainable agricultural systems. Describes the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, but emphasis will be placed on identifying management practices that a) biologically improve soil structure, organic matter content, and fertility; and b) minimize or eliminate the need for chemical interventions for control of insect pests, pathogens, and weeds. Rec 3.<\/li>\n<li><strong>203: Weed Biology and Identification (EL)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Political Science (POS)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_72_1\"><label for=\"choice_3_72_1\"><strong>100: American Government (SC)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Introduces the major principles, structures, processes and policies of United States government. Covers the Constitution and its development, civil liberties, federalism, the role of political parties and interest groups, and the nature of the presidency, the bureaucracy, the Congress and the national courts.<\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_72_2\"><label for=\"choice_3_72_2\"><strong>120: Intro to World Politics (WT, CD)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>A study of contemporary international politics focusing on the interaction of nation-states and including a review of the patterns of global politics from World War II to the present.<\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_72_4\"><label for=\"choice_3_72_4\"><strong>241: Intro to Comparative Politics (SC, CD)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Provides an introduction to the major themes of comparative politics, including: comparative political legacies, processes of modernization, comparative governmental institutions, modern political parties and interest groups, comparative policymaking processes, and problems of establishing and maintaining democratic government.<\/li>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_72_5\"><label for=\"choice_3_72_5\"><strong>282: Intro to American Law (E)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Examines the nature and function of law in America, emphasizing its evolution and incorporation as a dynamic social instrument.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">Psychology (PSY)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><label for=\"choice_3_71_1\"><label for=\"choice_3_71_1\"><strong>100: General Psychology (SC)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/label><\/label>Lecture on and discussions of basic psychological processes, including learning, perception, motivation and emotion, higher mental processes, individual differences, personality and additional selected topics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><label class=\"gfield_label\">School of Forest Resources (SFR)<\/label><\/h3>\n<div class=\"ginput_container ginput_container_checkbox\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>103: Intro to Forest Resource Professions (EL)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>216:\u00a0Wood Identification (EL)<\/strong><label id=\"label_3_70_4\" for=\"choice_3_70_4\"><\/label><\/li>\n<li><label id=\"label_3_70_5\" for=\"choice_3_70_5\"><strong>228: Forest Recreation Management (EL)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A broad yet comprehensive study of the theories, problems and techniques of managing recreation systems in both the public and private sectors. Emphasis given to current recreation management issues. 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