Summer University

This is an introduction to the organization, presentation and use of financial accounting information. Students will understand the elements of the accounting system - assets, liabilities, equity, revenues, expenses and dividends. Emphasis is on acquiring familiarity with the double-entry system and gaining an understanding of the purposes and uses of the information found within the income statement, balance sheet, statement of stockholder's equity and the statement of cash flows.

A 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 "from the believer's point of view," and what generalizations can be made about religion in general.

Introduction to archaeological field techniques through excavation of an archaeological site. Intensive training in site survey, excavations techniques, recording, analysis and preliminary interpretation of archaeological materials. Generally conducted on prehistoric and historic sites in Maine. Admission by application only. Course note: may be repeated 9 completions with a total of 54 credits

Multi-disciplinary overview of selected social science topics on humans and climate change. Critical anthropological attention to what this literature overlooks and how these omissions can be dealt with.

Introductory survey of painting, sculpture, architecture, and other forms of visual and material culture in their various contexts from the Renaissance to the present.

Painting in oil or acrylic paint. Fundamentals of color mixing, paint application, composition and expressive content.

Advanced independent study and research in studio art or related areas. Projects must be designed by the student and approved by the designated instructor. Course note: May be repeated for credit.

A 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. Satisfies the General Education Applications of Scientific Knowledge requirement when taken without AST 110. Together with AST 110, this course satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences requirement.

Selected topics in areas not already covered by regular course offerings in the Department. Course note: May be repeated for credits if the topics differ with a total of 9 completions and 27 credits.

Work experience at the equine operation at the J.F. Witter Teaching and Research Center. Students work in teams to manage the University equine herd, including feeding, nutrition, health management, retraining of donated horses, maintenance and marketing.

An approved program of work experience which contributes to the academic major for which academic credit is given. Students may work part time or full time for a semester in a job related to their professional career goals. Course note: Maybe be repeated for credits for a total of 9 completions and 144 credits.

Anatomy, breeding, diseases, management, nutrition, physiology as related to poultry or dairy.

Principles of biomedical engineering are applied in the laboratory setting, using analogs of biomedical systems and appropriate instrumentation. An emphasis is placed on formal written and oral reports.

A cooperative work experience in an industrial, non-profit, government, medical or academic environment in Bioengineering. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 8 credit hours. (Offered by arrangement.)

This project based course will focus on the rational design of instrumentation for the observation and quantification of specific phenomena in complex and biological systems. A range of widely used clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic techniques will be reviewed through study of literature. Individual student projects form the basis for class discussion where theory, design, component specification and assessment, of capabilities and limitations, are explored. Sensitivity analysis will be employed to identify design weaknesses and fundamental design limitations. Detailed and fully specified instrumental designs will be produced and their feasibility assessed.

Physiological processes in humans with emphasis on the integration of organ systems. A pre-professional course for pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-graduate school, and exercise physiology students.

Focuses on the organization and function of the nervous systems in various animals. Specifically addresses how single nerve cells function; how groups of neurons interact; how systems of neurons provide brain function and behavior. Sensory and motor system interplay will be emphasized. Note: Because of overlap, BIO 474 and BIO 574 cannot be taken for degree credit.

Thesis Work Note: Students who have not yet completed a "Responsible Conduct of Research" course approved by the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and the Graduate School (https://umaine.edu/graduate/students/rcr/) must receive permission to enroll in thesis/ research credits. Students must enroll in an RCR course before or concurrent with their third credit of thesis/research.

Technologies and information systems represent a crucial part of any organization in today's economy, businesses require continual digital transformation to become or remain competitive. The focus of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and tools in essential technologies including databases, computer networks, cloud computing, enterprise software, e-business systems, cyber security, and emerging technologies.

Thesis Work Note: Students who have not yet completed a "Responsible Conduct of Research" course approved by the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and the Graduate School (https://umaine.edu/graduate/students/rcr/) must receive permission to enroll in thesis/ research credits. Students must enroll in an RCR course before or concurrent with their third credit of thesis/research.

Research in Biochemistry, Microbiology and Molecular Biology. May be repeated for credit.

Covers selected topics or areas within the field of Microbiology. May be repeated for graduate credit.

Current and emerging topics in the field of Biomedical Science and Engineering.

The Business Administration Internship course is the non-major specific internship class offered within the Maine Business School. Students participating in an internship will apply what they have learned in the Maine Business School to an organizational setting and advance their own professional development. Course note: May be repeated for credit with 2 completions and a total of 6 credits.

This course presents the philosophical and technical foundations of business intelligence and analytics. The philosophical principles of business intelligence and analytics are discussed. Important fundamental concepts and tools in business intelligence and analytics are introduced using a structured and integrated approach that moves from initial data collection to final decision outcome assessment. Throughout the course, conditional reasoning and logical thinking in terms of process and systems are emphasized.

Acquaints 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.

This course is cooperative work experience at full-time employment for at least a continuous 10 week period.