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ENV 112: Fundamentals of Hiking
This 3-day immersive field experience orients students towards best practices and fundamentals of hiking including a short and overnight hiking trip in the Allagash or related area. Students will learn how to plan, pack, and undertake a trip including safety and permit requirements. Students should confer with instructors in advance to ensure safety and fitness requirements.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 114: Reimagining Environmentalism 1 credits
This course orients students to the mission, framework, learning objectives, and experiences embraced by the Environmental Studies program at the University of Maine at Fort Kent, which aims to empower all students to have meaningful careers as caretakers of our living Earth. By participating in weekly lectures, discussions, and reflective actions, students will explore topics woven throughout their Environmental Studies degree program, including career pathways, environmental philosophy and abstraction, environmental justice, activism, multicultural perspectives, scientific practices, teambuilding, environmental ethics, information science, and personal Earth and data sovereignty.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): Co-requisite: None, but recommended to accompany HUM 102 (First Year Experience)
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ENV 125: Wildlife Photography 1 credits
This immersive 3-day course introduces students to a basic understanding of photography and the fundamentals of capturing wildlife on film in a field experience.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 200: Principles of Environmental Science 3 credits
This course provides an interdisciplinary overview of basic scientific principles and human activities affecting ecological health of the natural environment and the quality of human life. Specific topics that are covered include ecological principles, growth of populations, biodiversity, forestry, environmental toxicology, agriculture, fisheries, air pollution, climate change, solid waste management, energy sources and conservation, water resources, and water pollution. Students develop an understanding of the scientific aspects of many current local, regional, national, and global environmental issues, as well as an appreciation of some of the technologies, policies, and personal approaches used to address environmental problems. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): ENV 200L.
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ENV 240: Environmental Studies
In this course, we will examine the components of fertile soil. Additionally, we will discuss methods for rebuilding depleted soil as well as maintaining healthy soil and its beneficial qualities. Relationships between fertile soil and organic food production will be explored and applied as students participate in the experimental production of organic salad greens for the UMFK community as we traverse our first winter in the unheated Campus Greenhouse.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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ENV 300: Environmental Practicum 1 credits
This course consists of a supervised employment experience or approved activity (summer work, research project, internship) pertinent to student’s concentration. Written proposal must be approved by an evaluation committee consisting of three faculty members prior to the experience. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer term.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing and ENV 200 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 302: Wildlife Conservation & Management 4 credits
Introduction to wildlife conservation and management covering basic principles, techniques, issues, and laws. Field trips required. Three-hour lecture, two-hour lab. Offered even Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 302L: Wildlife Conservation & Management Lab
Wildlife Conservation & Management Lab
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ENV 310: Soil Science 4 credits
Soils for the environmental professional. Introduces students to the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil. Covers soil origin, classification, as well as soil pollution and conservation methods. Laboratory sessions combine field and laboratory analytical skills. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. 4 credits. Three hours lecture, three hours lab.
Prerequisite(s): Chy 100.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 315: Principles of Captive Wildlife 3 credits
Students will investigate the uses of wild animals for human purposes and the inherent issues relating to the humane treatment of wildlife. We will cite examples of how captive wildlife contributes to conservation efforts, research, economics, recreation, and education. Specifically, we will highlight the captive/breeding programs that have contributed to the conservation of notable endangered and threatened species. We will explore the relationships between confinement, diseases, nutrition, and behavior. An understanding of the legislation and regulations relating to the housing, transport, and capture of wild animals will also be examined. This class provides a foundation for student internships involving captive wildlife. 3 hours of lecture.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 322: Energy Conservation and Alternative Sources 3 credits
Discussion of basic energy concepts, methods of energy conservation, and alternate energy sources with emphasis on science/ technological aspects as well as social concerns.
Prerequisite(s): Course in physical science or permission of instructor.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 327: Energy Seminar 3 credits
Class selected energy topics related to environmental problem solving. Practice in using computer-age information and communications sources in order to prepare written and oral technical reports.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing, ENV 200 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 333: Fisheries Science 3 credits
Study of the anatomy, physiology, behavior, taxonomy and natural history of fishes, with emphasis on freshwater species. Offered Odd Springs.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 204 or instructor permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 334: Wildlife Science 4 credits
This course is designed to acquaint students with the life history, distribution and abundance, ecology, population structure and dynamics, habitat requirements, and the management, conservation, and research priorities of the major mammalian groups found in North America, with special emphasis on species in New England. Students will have opportunity to observe and practice standard field and laboratory techniques commonly used by wildlife biologists for the study of animals and their populations, and in the management and research of free-ranging wildlife. We will apply ecological principles to develop practical wildlife management strategies to preserve, enhance or create viable wildlife habitats and populations. A major focus of this course will, therefore, explore the relationship between the selected animals and their habitat. Specifically, students will be acquainted with major land use practices on lands that produce wildlife and how these practices influence wildlife production. Thus, the course will include a detailed discussion of techniques used by wildlife managers to manipulate the habitat for desired species and achieve wildlife management goals. We will discuss community interactions including competition, predation, and herbivory, as well as hunting and endangered species management. The course will include lectures, guest lectures by wildlife and natural resources professionals, discussions, field and laboratory exercises, and research projects. Field trips required. Three-hour lecture, two-hour lab. Offered odd Fall.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 204 or instructor permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 338: Aquatic Pollution Seminar 4 credits
This course presents an introduction to causes and consequences of pollution in freshwater environments. Students will study the biological and chemical effects of several aquatic pollutants, including nutrients, pathogenic organisms, heat, industrial chemicals, pesticides, and metals. Students will also learn about and evaluate ways in which water pollution is currently treated and prevented. Field and laboratory work will acquaint students with some important water quality monitoring techniques. Three-hour lecture, three-hour lab. Offered odd Fall.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 100 and CHY 100 or instructor permission.
Co-requisite(s): ENV 338L.
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ENV 341: Modern Humanity and the Environment 3 credits
This course introduces and examines historical and current philosophies concerning the relationship between humans and the environment. The goal of this course is to introduce you to the science of energy conservation, climate change, global warming to some of the exciting and current topics related to environmental stewardship. Three hours lecture
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing or instructor’s permission
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 353: Winter Ecology 2 credits
This course provides students with an introduction to winter ecology as an interdisciplinary area of study. Students will learn about the adaptations Maine’s plants and animals have evolved to endure winter conditions. Specific topics investigated include snowpack physics and chemistry, biochemical, physiological, and behavioral strategies that animals use to survive winter conditions; biochemical and physiological strategies that plants use to survive winter conditions; special concerns for organisms that live under ice; plant-animal interactions; and human adaptations to winter. Students must be prepared to spend time outdoors traveling snowshoes and using research gear. A weekend trip to the UMFK Violette Wilderness Camp is an integral part of the course.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 354: Wildlife Habitat Interactions 4 credits
An examination of the interactive relationships between wildlife and their terrestrial or freshwater habitats. Emphasizes the importance of water, soil, and vegetation to wildlife inhabiting farmland, rangeland, and forests. Weekend trips required. Three-hour lecture, Two-hour lab.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing, or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 400: Senior Projects I 3 credits
Emphasizes scientific writing and research skills. Familiarizes students with research proposal writing and scientific literature review writing. The focus of the course is a supervised independent project based on practical environmental research and problem solving. The project reflects each student’s individualized program and career interests and will be conducted to simulate a professional work situation. $150.00 non-refundable field experience fee required. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in BSES program.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 401: Senior Projects II 3 credits
Continuation of ENV 400. Required for BSES majors. Students complete supervised independent projects and present their findings in a public presentation. $150.00 non-refundable field experience fee required. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): ENV 400 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 403: Environmental Philosophy 3 credits
This course introduces and examines historical and current philosophies concerning the relationship between humans and the environment. Uses selected reading assignments followed by discussions. Emphasizes student participation and is writing-intensive. $150.00 non-refundable field experience fee required. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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ENV 404: The Dynamics of Water and Air 4 credits
This course applies physical and thermodynamic principles to explain Earth’s hydrologic, atmospheric, and oceanic processes and their relationship to the biosphere. Three hour lecture, three hour lab.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing, Modern Humanity and Environment (ENV341), Physics l, or instructor’s permission
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FOR 100: Introduction to Forestry 4 credits
This course provides an introductory overview to the field of forestry for majors and non-majors. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, tree biology, forest ecology, silviculture, land and forest measurement, harvesting systems, recreation, global positioning systems (GPS), geographic information systems (GIS), watershed management, wildland fire and use, and forestry careers. Laboratories provided practical exercises. College & life skills including, but not limited to, resume writing, job searching, personal finance, Title IX compliance, APA formatting, cultural diversity, literature search methods, and utilization of on-campus resources. Critical thinking skills addressed by semester reading & written reports. Job shadow required. Three hour lecture, three hour lab. Offered every Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FOR 109: Dendrology 4 credits
Examines taxonomy, morphology, and ecology of North American woody plants and shrubs important in timber production and wildlife management. Important herbaceous species, useful in ecological forest site classification are also covered in the field. Prepares students to field identify over 90 species. Botany principles of dicotyledons and gymnosperms are also covered. Two-hour lecture. Four-hour lab. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FOR 131: Spreadsheets for Natural Resource Professionals 1 credits
Introduces basic concepts of Microsoft Excel and its applications. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FOR 132: Forest Protection I 2 credits
This course provides a broad overview of forest fire science and wildland fire suppression following the standard S-130 / S-190 set of training modules. A required field training day will be conducted by the Maine Forest Service before the end of the semester. Attendance is mandatory at all sessions for course completion. Field training day required. Offered every Spring.
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FOR 203: Surveying for Foresters 3 credits
Introduces surveying concepts useful in forestry including, but not limited to, differential leveling, profile leveling, horizontal curves, global positioning systems, GPS accuracy assessment, running lines with GPS, measuring angles, and creation of topographic products using leveling, GPS and LiDAR data. Chain of title research, boundary law, and boundary evidence are also covered. Two-hour lecture, two-hour lab. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 128 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FOR 208: Forest Products, Harvesting, and Transportation 3 credits
An introduction to forest products and to the methods and techniques appropriate to forest harvesting operations. Course surveys forest products and includes wood identification. Examines planning, engineering, and implementation of harvest plans; planning and construction of haul roads, and various harvesting equipment, methods, and systems. State regulations and best management practices pertaining to forest operations are thoroughly covered. Offered every Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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FOR 226: Forest Operations 4 credits
Field experience in First Aid and CPR, chainsaw safety and use according to the principles of the Certified Logging Professional program and low impact logging equipment. Students will design and lay out a forest road and timber harvesting unit according to State of Maine regulations and best management practices using GPS and GIS technology. Students must provide work/safety clothing, steel toed work boots, work gloves, chaps and logger hardhat. Students must receive a grade of 70 or higher on a chainsaw proficiency exam and a grade of 80 or better on a first aid/CPR exam to remain in the course. Eight hour laboratory. Offered every Fall.
Prerequisite(s): FOR 100 , GEO 103 , FOR 208 .
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FOR 242: Map and LiDAR Interpretation 3 credits
The qualitative and quantitative evaluation of topographic maps, aerial photographs and Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) derived metrics used in natural resource management. GIS database creation and updating. Introduces cartography and remote sensing. One hour of lecture, four hours of lab. Offered every Spring.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 128 or higher, or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FOR 260: Silvics (Forest Ecology) 3 credits
Investigates influence of physical and biological environment on growth, development, and survival of trees in dynamic forest ecosystems. Offered every Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FOR 290: Forest Mensuration 4 credits
Examines the theory of log, tree and stand management, forest sampling, log scaling, and determination of growth and volume. A minimum grade of “C” is required in the class. Three hour lecture. Two hour lab. Offered Spring semester.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 128 or instructor permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FOR 330: Forest Protection II 3 credits
Investigates impact of insects, disease, and fire on forest tree growth and survival. Stresses the biology, recognition and control of common forest pests. Field trips. Specimen collection required. An $8 non-refundable transportation fee is required. Two hours lecture, two hours lab. Offered every Fall.
Prerequisite(s): FOR 100 or FOR 109 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FOR 332: Forest Inventory and Analysis 3 credits
Field experience in forest inventory and sampling design as well as data summary and analysis. Examines methods and software used to generate a forest inventory and growth and yield data. A minimum grade of “C” is required. A $20 non-refundable transportation fee required. Four hour lab. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): FOR 290 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FOR 350: Forest Management Practicum 3 credits
Practicum in resource management and the preparation of a forest management plan as a capstone project. Topics include: multiple use management, forest finance and economics, taxes, forest certification, contracts, rotation length determination, and principles of sustainable yield. One field trip. Offered every Fall.
Prerequisite(s): FOR 332 and FOR 360 .
Co-requisite(s): FOR 330 and FOR 361 , or instructor’s permission.
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FOR 360: Silviculture 3 credits
Examines theories and practices used to establish, grow, and tend forests for various management objectives. Emphasizes stand dynamics, regeneration, site preparation, intermediate treatments, and harvest-regeneration systems. Three hour lecture. Offered every Spring.
Prerequisite(s): FOR 290 .
Co-requisite(s): FOR 260 .
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FOR 361: Silvics/Silviculture Lab 2 credits
Field experience in ecological assessment and prescription writing. Combines knowledge of the natural sciences, economics, and forest measurements to evaluate a site and stand and determine the most appropriate silvicultural treatments necessary for a given management objective. Course includes a five day session at UMFK Violette Wilderness Camp in late August and seven week campus session. Field course. Offered every Fall.
Prerequisite(s): FOR 260 , FOR 332 , and FOR 360 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FRE 100: Elementary French I 3 credits
This course is designed for students who have no prior experience in French to master basic communication skills. The course strongly emphasizes oral communication, and much of the class time will be spent on interactive tasks and language practice. Grammar is taught in context. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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FRE 101: Elementary French II 3 credits
A continuation of FRE 100 . This course is designed for students with a beginner’s knowledge of French to master a basic level of the interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communicative modes. The course strongly emphasizes oral communication with the majority of class time spent on interactive tasks and language practice. Materials include film, audio activities, and short readings. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 100 or 1 year of high school French.
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FRE 150: Intermediate French I 3 credits
In this course students will develop intermediate level skills in the interpersonal, interpretive and presentational communicative modes. The course strongly emphasizes oral communication with the majority of class time spent on interactive tasks and language practice. Materials include audio activities, film, and readings. Grammar will be studied in context; students will prepare short compositions. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 101 or 2 years of high school French.
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FRE 151: Intermediate French II 3 credits
Continuation of FRE 150 . In this course, students will continue to develop intermediate skills in the interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes. The course strongly emphasizes oral communication with the majority of the class time spent on interactive tasks and language practice. Materials include audio activities, film, and readings. Students will write short compositions and grammar is studied in context. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 150 or 3 years of high school French.
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FRE 163: Applied French for Health Care Professionals 3 credits
Offered odd Falls.
Prerequisite(s): NUR major or instructor permission. This beginning level language course is specifically tailored toward medical professionals. Students will learn to communicate in French, both orally and in writing, with a special emphasis on medical and service industry vocabulary geared toward real-life career situations. The course will cover most of the same structures as FRE 100 , so at the end of the semester, students will be at the appropriate level if they wish to continue to FRE 101 .
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FRE 165: Applied French for Regional Speakers 3 credits
The course is designed for regional speakers who have already acquired very good fluency of comprehension in listening and speaking regional French. The course will concentrate on reading and writing skills as well as spelling and grammar. Materials include short readings, film, and interaction with local speakers.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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FRE 200: Advanced Composition I 3 credits
This is an upper-intermediate language course conducted entirely in French. Language practice will involve the major skills of oral and written comprehension and expression. This course is writing-intensive and will include systematic grammar practice. Materials include film, press articles and literary excerpts. Offered even Falls.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 151 or instructor’s permission.
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FRE 201: Advanced Composition II 3 credits
This upper-intermediate language course conducted entirely in French is a continuation of FRE 200 . Language practice will involve the major skills of oral and written comprehension and expression. This course is writing-intensive and will include systematic grammar practice. Materials include films, press articles and a short novel. Offered odd Springs.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 200 or instructor’s permission.
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FRE 215: Advanced Conversational French 3 credits
French and Francophone film provides the basis for discussion in this advanced conversation course. Students will learn film-related terminology as well as vocabulary more specifically applicable to the movies that we will view and study. Students will analyze the portrayal of French-speaking cultures through both dramatic and comic film genres and become acquainted with well-known Francophone directors and actors. Will incorporate local French film festival. Offered odd Falls.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 200 or three years of high school French.
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FRE 225: Civilisation Française I 3 credits
The course introduces students to various aspects of French history, civilization, and culture, from the Middle ages to the French Revolution, through reading and discussion of selected texts. The course stresses the development of language skills through the study of such topics as geography, history, political systems, selected writers, art, etc.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 151 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FRE 226: Civilisation Française II 3 credits
The course introduces students to various aspects of French history, civilization, and culture, from the French Revolution to the 21st century, through reading and discussion of selected texts. The course stresses the development of language skills through the study of such topics as geography, history, political systems, selected writers, art, etc.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 151 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FRE 240: French Topics 3 credits
French is the language of communication. Areas of study and research may include: French and Francophone literature, culture, cinema, art, or issues in contemporary society.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 151 or instructor’s permission.
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FRE 260: Civilisation Française Contemporaine 3 credits
Students will acquire a solid knowledge of general French geography, demography and cultural iconography. They will have a comprehensive exposure to many aspects of modern French family life, education, social customs, institutions, economy and every-day aspects of material culture, contrasts between rural and urban living, France’s place in the European Union, the francophone world and the larger world community.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 151 or instructor permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FRE 286: La France d’aujourd’hui 3 credits
This course explores the history and traditions of France in order to better understand its contemporary culture. Constant comparisons will be made with North American culture.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 200 or FRE 201 , or Instructor’s permission.
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FRE 303: La Littérature Quebecoise 3 credits
This course explores the evolution of a “national” literature in Quebec from the late nineteenth century to the present day. Examines issues of national identity and language, the contrast between urban and rural writings, and the questions of social consciousness raised by writers and thinkers during the Quiet Revolution. Readings will include novels, essays, poetry, short stories, and plays by Quebecois writers. Offered even Springs.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 201 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FRE 306: Littérature Française: Moyen Age Au 18eme Siecle 3 credits
This course is a survey of literary expression from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. Students will read texts representative of this period from a variety of genres taught in a socio-historic context.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 200 or FRE 201 or Instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FRE 307: Littérature Française: 19eme Siecle Jusqu’au Present 3 credits
This course is a survey of literary expression in France from the 19th century to the present. Students will read texts representative of this period from a variety of literary genres taught in a sociohistoric context.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 200 or FRE 201 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FRE 310: Littérature Franco-Américaine 3 credits
This course focuses on major literary works of Franco-American writers from both New England and Louisiana. We will examine issues of language, identity, community, and marginalization. Offered odd Springs.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FRE 312: Cinéma Français 3 credits
This course combines a historical view of French cinema, an introduction to the technique of film analysis and an examination of the major issues in film theory. Topics include the pioneers of cinema, the classical films of the 1930’s and 40’s, the films of the nouvelle vague in the 50’s and 60’s and recent trends in film production. The works of such filmmakers such as Renoir, Clouzot, Truffaut, Godard, Resnais, and others will be studied.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 200 or FRE 201 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FRE 450: Le Roman Contemporain Français 3 credits
Studies various contemporary French novels including traditional, psychological, engage, noveau, and structuraliste.
Prerequisite(s): FRE 200 or FRE 201 or permission of instructor.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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FRE 492: Fieldwork in French 3 credits
Students will learn to do fieldwork recording with human subjects. A number of mediums may be used to produce a semester project: audio or visual recordings, art work, research paper. Students will be working with people of French heritage living in the St. John Valley or elsewhere in the United States. One project, for example, could be to record people who practice traditional Acadian arts, such as snowshoe making, weaving, music, etc. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission.
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FRE 497: Capstone Project 3 credits
The Project can take one of four forms: Senior Thesis, Community Outreach Project, Combination of Thesis and Community Outreach Project, or Study Abroad at a Francophone University.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or instructor’s permission.
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GEO 103: Introduction To Global Positioning Systems 1 credits
Introduction to the theory and application of Global Positioning Systems (GPS). Students will collect and process GPS field data and create a detailed map from the data using Geographic Information System (GIS) software. Three hour lecture/lab. Field work. Eight week course. Offered every Spring
Prerequisite(s): Experience with Windows Operating Systems.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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GEO 201: Cultural Geography 3 credits
Human cultures evolve under certain physical landscape, climate, and resource limits. Humans also modify their landscapes to suit cultural needs and wants. This course is an exploration of the relationships between human cultural systems and the landscapes people inhabit, modify, and are affected by. Offered every 3rd Fall (2016, 2019).
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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GEO 203: World Geography 3 credits
This course is designed to introduce students to some key concepts of geography. Topics covered include: basic geographic concepts (location, direction, distance); maps; physical geography (landforms, weather, climate); the geography of natural resources; cultural geography (peoples and their ways of life, language, religion, ethnicity); population; the geography of spacial behavior (perception of the environment, migration); political geography; economic geography (agriculture, manufacturing, industries); human impact on the environment; and regional geography. A final unit will introduce the students to the use of geographic information systems in the study of spatial phenomena. Offered even Falls.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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GEO 240: Special Topics in Geography
Special Topics in Geography
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GIS 300: GIS Applications I 3-4 credits
An introduction to the principles and applications of geographic information systems (GIS). Covers the creation, representation, manipulation and analysis of spatial data in digital form and issues related to data, digital cartography, and output products. Lab exercises and a course project, expose students to actual data manipulation and GIS analysis. Associate degree forestry students required to complete 3 credit hours. Two-hour lecture, three-hour lab, and course project. Offered every Spring.
Prerequisite(s): Experience with Windows operating system, Sophomore standing or above.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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GIS 400: GIS Applications II 4 credits
Study of and experience in various GIS applications. The assessment, development, and implementation of a GIS project learned from practical exercises and a course project. Programming, database design, and cartographic design are practiced. Two-hour lecture, three-hour lab. Offered Fall odd years.
Prerequisite(s): GIS 300 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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GOV 200: American Government 3 credits
Introduces principles and practices of American government. Studies the institution, the politics of democracy, and briefly considers the three branches of government. Offered every Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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GOV 201: State & Local Government 3 credits
Introduces study of government at the state level. Emphasizes principles and practices of government. Offered every Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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GOV 304: American Political Thought 3 credits
Discusses the development of political ideas in America from 1620 to the present. Offered even Falls.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or instructor permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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GOV 330: Canadian/American Government 3 credits
Examines and compares principles and practices of American and Canadian governments. Emphasizes intergovernmental relations, governmental structure, and economic policy. Offered odd Falls.
Prerequisite(s): GOV 200 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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GOV 410: Comparative Government 3 credits
Examines and compares principles and practices of various governments of the world. Offered even Springs.
Prerequisite(s): GOV 200 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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HLT 160: Medical Terminology 1 credits
Prerequisite(s): None. This course will provide basic information on medical terminology. Students will learn how to spell, pronounce, and define common medical terms. An emphasis will be placed on common forms, suffixes, and prefixes used in healthcare.
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HLT 407C: Leadership and Management Practicum 1 credits
This course provides RNBSN students with the opportunity to explore leadership roles and management functions in a chosen setting. Students will spend 30 hours with a registered nurse in a supervisory or administrative role. In accordance with the Maine Nurse Competencies, students will explore professional practice through accountability, influence, change management, and collaboration with others.
Prerequisite(s): >2.5 GPA; RN-BSN students only or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): NUR 407 .
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HIT 182: Electronic Health Record 3 credits
This course provides an overview of the components, storage, retrieval, retention, and maintenance of electronic health information records. Topics include: structures of electronic health records, content and standards for quality, and healthcare information requirements.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): HIT 200 .
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HIT 200: Introduction to Health Information Technology 2 credits
This course introduces the student to basic information about the healthcare system. The student will participate in discussions of types of clinical personnel and health care settings, gain an overview of types and purposes of information gathered, learn the history of Health Information Technology (HIT ) in the United States and various types of Health Informatics. The course will also provide overviews of errors including privacy and security breaches, quality and safety for HIT, customer service and satisfaction. Students will gain an understanding of leadership and leadership theories, a basic understanding of project management tools and techniques and a basic understanding of learning management systems. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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HIT 216: Healthcare Statistics and Research 3 credits
This course analyzes various methods and formulas used in compiling and preparing statistical reports for health care services with an emphasis on vital records. Students will gain an understanding of the methods and techniques used in presenting statistical data. Use of data for the purpose of analyzing and improving patient care practices is discussed.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 128 or MAT 180 ; HLT 160 , HIT 200 .
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HIT 239: Healthcare Quality Improvement 3 credits
This course provides an overview of the methods used to measure, assess, and improve healthcare services. An emphasis is placed on patient safety and risk management activities that can help to alleviate medical errors. Students will gain an understanding of quality improvement tools, ways to establish quality improvement priorities, and identifying methods to ensure utilization management practices are prudent. Offered Fall term.
Prerequisite(s): HLT 160 , HIT 200 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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HIT 258: Health Information Data Management 3 credits
This course provides a study of information management and information technology (IM/IT). Information systems support high quality, safe patient care. Administrative decisions, project success rates, and utilization of services are improved when high quality information management systems are in place. Offered Spring term.
Prerequisite(s): COS 103 , HIT 239 .
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HIT 262: Legal Aspects of Health Care Information Technology 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): HLT 160 , HIT 200 . This course provides an overview of the legalities applicable to health information and record keeping. Topics for this course include principles of liability and patient record requirements. Students will gain an understanding of such pertinent subjects as access to health information, confidentiality and informed consent, and the judicial process of health information as related to the electronic health record.
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HIT 297: Health Information Technology Externship 4 credits
This course will allow students to perform advanced functions of a health information technology (HIT) department. Students will work in realistic work environments in a variety of settings. Knowledge and skills gained from all HIT coursework will be applied. Students will practice professional skills to enhance employment opportunities. Offered Spring term.
Prerequisite(s): COS 103 , HIT 239 , HIT 262 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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HTY 100: World Civilizations I 3 credits
A comprehensive examination of the growth of civilizations from the ancient times to the Renaissance. The course investigates the political, economic, social, intellectual, and religious developments of the periods. Students will explore the development of many of the world’s civilizations, not only in Europe, but in Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Students will learn how European expansion affected civilizations in other parts of the world and how those civilizations, in turn, influenced and had impacts on Europe. Offered Fall and Summer.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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HTY 101: World Civilizations II 3 credits
The course provides students with a comprehensive examination of the major developments that have shaped the modern world from the late sixteenth century to the mid-twentieth century. The course will concentrate on the developments in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Offered Spring and Summer.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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HTY 102: United States History I 3 credits
Surveys social, cultural, economic and political development of American nation from exploration and colonization through era of Civil War and reconstruction. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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HTY 103: United States History II 3 credits
A continuation of HTY 102 . Surveys social, cultural, economic and political history of United States from Reconstruction to present. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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HTY 151: Canadian History I 3 credits
This course will survey Canadian history from First Nations settlement to the Charlottetown, London, and Quebec conferences. There will be special emphasis on society and culture of New France, as well as the Rebellions and the Durham Report. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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HTY 152: Canadian History II 3 credits
This course will survey Canadian history from Confederation to the present. There will be special emphasis on Confederation, school crisis in three Provinces, the conscription crisis of the two World Wars, continentalism, and the growth of Acadian and Quebec nationalism. Offered Spring.
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HTY 204: History of the St. John Valley 3 credits
John Valley, 17th century to present. Focus of the course is the settlement of the upper St. John Valley by Acadians, Qu?bec, migrants, Maine Yankees, and Scots-Irish. Offered even Springs.
Prerequisite(s): None Overview of Acadian history of the St.
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HTY 340: Topics in History Variable credits
Special topics course. See “class notes” for detailed course description. Not regularly offered.
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HTY 362: French Revolution & Napoleon 3 credits
Examines revolutionary and Napoleonic epoch in France. Analyzes origins of revolution, impact of different socio-economic classes, constitutional experiments, and failure of revolutionary governments to achieve constitutional experiments, and failure of revolutionary governments to achieve political stability. Studies regime of Napoleon Bonaparte in France and Europe.
Prerequisite(s): HTY 101 .
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HTY 371: Women in Western Civilization: Renaissance to the Present Day 3 credits
Women and their experiences and achievements are often largely absent from history books. This course will survey the cultural and historical roles of women in the western world from the Middle Ages until the 20th century. The course will discuss both general trends and representative individuals. Topics will include theories of women’s history, women’s legal and political rights, women’s economic and cultural contributions, and gender roles within the family, the community, and the religious world.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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HTY 380: History of the Middle East 3 credits
This course will give students an understanding of the history and development of the modern Middle East. After a brief summary of the Ottoman Empire and Islam, the course will focus on the period between World War I and the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948. The course will emphasize how the history of this time period has laid the groundwork for the Middle East as we know it today.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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HTY 382: Conservation and Environmental History 3 credits
Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 or instructor’s permission. This is a seminar course that features primary readings and selected secondary readings which explore the fundamental tenets of conservation and environmentalism. Students will develop an appreciation of the forces and ideas which shaped the modern concepts of conservation, ecology, and environmentalism in American history. Patterns of natural resource use, the importance of nature in defining American art and literature, and the role of parks and recreation are also explored.
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HTY 421: History of Genocide 3 credits
This course will examine the history of genocide, paying particular attention to genocide in the twentieth century. It will focus on three genocidal moments in history: the Holocaust, Cambodia and Rwanda. We will examine the history and context and ramifications of each of these events. After examining these genocides on an individual basis, we will compare and contrast one to the other.
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HTY 432: History of the Second World War 3 credits
Analyzes origins of Second World War from 1918 by focusing on growth of militarism in Europe and Far East. Offered odd Falls.
Prerequisite(s): HTY 101 or HTY 103 , or instructor’s permission.
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HTY 461: Europe from 1918 to 1945 3 credits
Examines impact of World War I, the failure of democracy, the rise of totalitarianism, and the Second World War.
Prerequisite(s): HTY 101 or instructor’s permission.
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HTY 467: Acadian History 3 credits
History of the Acadian people, 1604-1763, their deportation and aftermath. Examines their relationships with the environment - the land, ocean, forest, and Native Americans. Special focus on causes and culpability for deportation.
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HON 300: Honors Seminar I: On Being Human
This course will further encourage and foster critical thinking skills through the close exploration of a variety of core readings in the humanities; a study of a variety of disciplines in the humanities: myth, literature, art, theater, music, film, television, and through a discussion of a variety of themes: religion, morality, happiness, death/life/love, controversy, and freedom.
Prerequisite(s): Open only to Haenssler Honors Scholars with 6 credits of Honors coursework completed, or instructor permission.
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HON 340: Honors Special Topics Honors Special Topics
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HON 400: Honors Seminar II 3 credits
This course emphasizes how scientific thought has developed, what it offers, and where it may lead humanity. In particular, the course examines how science operates, what the goals of science should be, what relationship science should have with the rest of society, the differences between science and other activities, etc. Additional topics include systems thinking, sustainability, and other modes of scientific reasoning with an emphasis on the humanistic aspects of scientific thought.
Prerequisite(s): HON 300: Honors Seminar I: On Being Human or instructor’s permission.
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HUM 102: First Year Experience 3 credits
Designed to assist students in becoming academically and socially successful. It develops learning and thinking skills and introduces the student to procedures, policies, and services of the University. The course is required of all new students. Credits apply as electives in degree programs. Students must earn “C” or better to pass. Transfer students with 60 or more credits are exempt from completing this course. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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HUM 103: The Adult Learner and Transfer Experience 1 credits
Introduces the adult learner to higher education and in particular, UMFK programs and services. Students will use critical reflection skills to rethink the value of their learning experience and its implications for future learning. Emphasis is placed on the effective use of the unique UMFK campus resources with particular attention to successful degree completion. Credit applies as elective in degree programs. Students must earn “C” or better to pass. Transfer students with 60 or more credits are exempt from completing this course. Offered Fall and Spring.
Prerequisite(s): Adult learner or transfer student.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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