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PHY 101: Physics II 4 credits
A continuation of PHY 100 with emphasis on electricity (forces, fields, circuits), magnetism and light. The students will be able to create models of these concepts and use their models to solve problems.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 100 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PHY 101L: Physics II Lab
Co-requisite(s): Must be taken concurrently with PHY 101
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PHY 240: Special Topics in Physics
Special Topics in Physics
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Physical Education |
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PHE 166: Coaching Soccer 3 credits
This course is designed for students who want a better understanding of soccer. Students will learn the rules and organization of soccer and they will understand the fundamentals of soccer. Students will be learning the relationships between rules of NCAA, NAIA, and how title IX affects the sport. Students will examine the theories of high school, college, and professional level and other theories of how soccer is played.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PHE 167: Coaching Volleyball 1 credits
This course is designed for students who want a better understanding of volleyball. Students will learn the rules and organization of volleyball and they will understand fundamentals of volleyball. Students will be learning the relationships between rules of NCAA, NAIA, and how title IX affects the sport. Students will examine the theories of high school, college, and professional level and other theories of how volleyball is played.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PHE 168: Coaching Cross Country 1 credits
This course is designed for students who want a better understanding of cross country programs. Students will learn the rules and organization of cross country and they will understand fundamentals of crosscountry. Students will be learning the relationships between rules of NCAA, NAIA, and how title IX affects the sport. Students will examine the theories of high school, college, and professional level and other theories of how cross country is played.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PHS 100: Physical Science I 4 credits
Explores basic scientific phenomena through experimentation and inquiry. Emphasizes the fundamental theories in physics and chemistry. Includes motion and forces, energy, heat, waves, electricity, magnetism, nuclear science, atomic structure, chemical bonding, families of elements, chemical reactions, acids, bases, and carbon compounds. 3 hours lecture and 3 hours labs. Offered even Falls.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PHS 100L: Physical Science I Lab
Co-requisite(s): Must be taken concurrently with PHS 100
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PHS 101: Physical Science II 4 credits
Application of physics and chemistry in other sciences. Develops concepts from astronomy, geology and meteorology. 3 hours lecture and 3 hours lab.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PHS 210: Earth Science 4 credits
This course explores in a holistic fashion the major components of the earth sciences, including Geology, Astronomy, Oceanography, and Meteorology. Special emphasis is given to looking at the earth in a holistic fashion, stressing the inter relationships of earth processes. Offered Winter and Summer.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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POS 100: Political Science 3 credits
Introduces principles and practices of political science. Explores functions of politics, analyzes political behavior. Offered every Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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POS 111: Parliamentary Procedure and Government 3 credits
Describes fundamentals of parliamentary procedure and its role in government at all levels. Includes actual uses of parliamentary procedure and exemplifies various methods. Offered odd Falls.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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POS 302: Political Parties 3 credits
Analyzes origin and development of political parties. Offered odd Springs.
Prerequisite(s): GOV 200.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 100: Introduction to Public Safety Administration 3 credits
This introductory course provides an overview of local governmental operations for small and mid-sized communities with emphasis on Public Safety administration. The course will address the challenges that lie ahead in Public Safety administration, with emphasis given to Rural America in the 21st Century. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 122: GIS & GPS for Public Safety Administration 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to the theory and application of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) for public safety officials, introducing geographic theory, terminology and primary concepts, as well as software use. Students should know Windows operating systems and file management. Satisfies requirements in Emergency Management, PSA, and FOR programs. Offered odd Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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PSA 212: Introduction to Corrections 3 credits
Course focuses on the nature and form of correction in America. Special emphasis is placed on the historical perspective and the theoretical constructs which have led to the formation of the correction system as it exists today. Issues of the day will be examined from a policy and practice framework. Offered even Springs.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 217: Jail Operations 3 credits
This course is meant to provide the student with an introductory level of understanding of jail management and operations. In addition, the student will be introduced to current and critical issues in the broader field of corrections. Offered odd Springs.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 221: Ethics And Community 3 credits
(cross-listed under BUS 260 ) PSA students may take either PSA 221 or BUS 260: Business Ethics to satisfy the major requirement. This course is designed as an introduction to ethics, to the quest for the good, i.e., the search for the truth. The particular emphasis will be placed on the ethical and moral questions pertaining to the concerns and issues raised with a view to the system of public safety and criminal justice. Students will be encouraged to explore their own moral and ethical value systems as well as the codes they work from in order to cultivate an informed ethical understanding and to make sound moral and ethical judgments. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 222: Terrorism 3 credits
This course will provide a comprehensive examination and discussion of terrorism with emphasis on its modern and contemporary characteristics and manifestations. The study of terrorism in this course will be multidisciplinary in its approach. Students will learn about the nature and sources of terrorists’ beliefs, actions, goals, worldviews, and states of mind. Our analyses of terrorism will include insights from the fields of criminology, culture, economics, history, law, the media, literature, religion, philosophy, political economy, political science, psychology, sociology and technology. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 230: Wilderness First Aid 1 credits
Students will earn certification from Wilderness Medical Associates. The course will provide training in basic outdoor emergency medical care. The course will teach patient assessment, physiology, injury prevention and treatment, and victim stabilization. All students who successfully complete the Wilderness First Aid course will receive a certification card from Wilderness Medical Associates*. This certification is valid for three years. Adult CPR certification from WMA is included. Offered Fall (over one weekend).
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 231: Search & Rescue Fundamentals 2 credits
This course provides knowledge concerning the general responsibilities, skills, abilities, and the equipment needed by persons who are assigned to field operations during a SAR mission. It also provides the student with practical exercises in the field during daylight and nighttime operations. The course content includes topics in three major areas: survival and support, search, and rescue. This course is based around the rural and wilderness environments but the material is recommended as a basis for all SAR environments. The course is also designed to prepare the student for Basic Ground Searcher Certification, based on the standards of the Maine Association of Search and Rescue (MASAR) and Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. May occasionally meet on one or more Saturdays. 2 credit hours. Offered even Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 232: Wilderness EMT 3 credits
Wilderness medicine differs significantly from conventional EMS courses and other programs that are oriented towards the normal urban environment. Rural ambulance crews and wilderness rescue teams face challenges that are unknown to the inner city provider. In this course we address the special problems associated with prolonged patient care (>2 hours), severe environments, and improvised equipment. This is the definitive medical course for rural EMS providers, USAR, FEMA and wilderness rescue team members. All students who successfully complete the WFR course will receive a WFR certification card, an Anaphylaxis certification card and a BLS-CPR certification card from Wilderness Medical Associates*. These certifications remain valid for three years. Offered even Falls.
Prerequisite(s): Current EMT license.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 242: Wildlife Forensics 3 credits
This course introduces the student to the study of criminal investigative techniques and the analysis of evidence with an emphasis on crimes against wildlife. The focus throughout the course will be the collection, protection and preservation, and identification of evidence as it relates to the investigative process. Analysis of actual closed criminal cases and simulations with mock crime scenes will allow students to put into practice classroom techniques, skills, discussions, and readings. This course will consist of lectures, presentations by guest speakers, films, as well as laboratory/field activities and exercises. Three hour lecture
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 260: Media Relations 3 credits
The students will learn the role of the reporter as an information gatherer; understand the media as a powerful force in society; identify vocabulary related to media relations; improve coping skills needed when responding to media relations. Offered Summer term.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 270: Disaster Management 3 credits
The course will stress the critical importance of prior planning for disasters of any sort, especially in Rural America and having a workable plan ready when the event does occur, if ever, in any jurisdiction. Emphasis will also be placed on the importance of periodic practice and updating of the information within the plan. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 300: Public Finance 3 credits
This course addresses financial and managerial issues within the framework of all three major areas of the public sector. It provides the fundamentals of financial management for those pursuing careers in government, for non-profit, and health organizations that lack a financial background. The students are presented the rules specific to the public sector, which will provide them the framework to access and apply financial information more effectively. Offered odd Falls.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 301: Emergency Medical Technician 3-6 credits
Addresses the management of airway and respiratory problems, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, techniques of oxygen therapy, bleeding control and treatment for shock, soft tissue injuries and fracture care, principles of spinal immobilization, fundamentals of triage and transportation of the sick injured, and treatment modalities for a range of medical, obstetrical, pediatric, environmental and behavioral emergencies. This course offers an introduction to patient assessment skills and includes training in the application of MAST, basic pharmacology, use of Automated External Defibrillators, as required for licensure at the EMTBasic level in the State of Maine. This course curriculum is in accordance with the state of Maine as meeting the prerequisite for state practical and written testing for licensure. Offered Springs.
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PSA 310: Introduction to Public Management 3 credits
This course will provide the students with a solid conceptual foundation in public administration. Important issues in public administration and management will encourage the students to think critically about the nature of public administration today. The course will present unique vignettes with real life excerpts and quotations, which will further engage students and reinforce the narrative presented. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 311: Homeland Security & Emergency Management 3 credits
This course will provide students with an overview of policies, programs and agencies involved in homeland security, emergency management and public safety administration. Students will review the traditional structure and developing roles of federal, state and local government and enforcement agencies. Additionally, new ideas, approaches and issues will be presented concerning the administration and operation of the many law enforcement agencies involved in homeland security and emergency management. Offered Spring.
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PSA 312: Grant Writing 3 credits
The overall objective of this course is to give students the tools to help their organizations, schools, non-profit agencies, community service groups, and businesses successfully compete for grant funds. Individuals working on professional development proposals will gain the skills and knowledge to successfully propose research and study plans. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 315: Public Policy 3 credits
The course is to provide students with concrete tools for not only understanding public policy in general, but for analyzing specific public policies. It focuses on what policies governments pursue, why governments pursue what they do, and what are the consequences of these policies. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 316: Public Administration & Emergency Management 3 credits
This is a course in emergency management from a public administration perspective. The focus is on managing public and nongovernmental organizations involved in managing hazards and dealing with disasters and working within the networks of public, private, and nonprofit and volunteer organizations that constitutes the nation’s emergency management system. Offered Fall.
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PSA 319: Interviewing Concepts in Modern Policing 3 credits
This course is designed to introduce students to law enforcement interviewing skills, techniques and considerations, as well as acquaint them with relevant historical and theoretical context. It will differentiate between interviews and interrogations, and familiarize students with both within the context of the law. Emphasis will be on the importance of preparation and observation and how interview techniques change depending upon the subject. The course will highlight the importance of rapport building and interviewer actions, and how these relate to the interview subject. A variety of interview techniques will be introduced, analyzed, and implemented. Verbal and nonverbal communication between the interviewer and the subject will be examined, and confessions will be discussed. Three hour lecture Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 322: Terrorism 3 credits
This course analyzes terrorism in both domestic and foreign settings, and discusses the causes and impacts of terrorism both in the United States and abroad. Social, ethnic, nationalistic and cultural influences as well as relevant causational relationships are highlighted. Motivations and formation of various types of terrorist organizations are explored, as well as theories related to
radicalization, media influence and force multipliers. Impacts on US public safety, public policy and resource allocation are general themes for examination. The course will also discuss US
governmental structure with regard to homeland security and how different agencies combat
various aspects of both domestic and foreign terrorism. Three hour lecture
Prerequisite(s): PSA 100
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 326: Introduction to Forensic Science 3 credits
An introduction to the field of forensics, providing an overview of various forensic sciences and their relation to the presentation of evidence and problems of law. Covers major areas including crime scene investigation, fingerprinting, blood stain analysis, and lab and field collection techniques and analysis. Offered Fall and Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 327: Sex Crimes: Patterns and Behaviors 3 credits
A further look into how people have deviated sexually to commit crimes- involving rape, prostitution, pornography, obscenity and such. This class will provide insight into sex crimes, deviance, and criminal behavior theory and analysis. This text provides information on psychological profiling of sex offenders, the crimes they commit, the effects on their victims, and attempted treatments. Examining a wide range of sex crimes ranging from non-violent offenses such as exhibitionism, voyeurism and obscene telephone calls to serial rapes and lust murders, this class, along with this book, will give the student the ability to uncover the roots and causes of these behaviors and to aid in the understanding of sex offenders and their crimes. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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PSA 330: Criminal Profiling 3 credits
In this course, students will learn to classify and predict behavior patterns in such criminals as men and women serial killers, filicide, serial rapists, arsonists and pedophiles. Students will finish the course with a theoretical and practical understanding of profiling. Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s permission.
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PSA 332: Introduction to Forensic Anthropology 3 credits
An overview of the principles of forensic anthropology using physical anthropology in the solving of crimes. Topics covered include the types of death and trauma, causes and means of death, the process of decomposition and, skeletonization, identifying human bones, traces, and traumatic injuries to bone, the varieties of physical populations, DNA analysis, and the reconstruction of identity. Three credit lecture. Offered Even Springs.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 333: National Incident Management Systems 3 credits
The purpose of the course is to examine the evolution of incident management systems in responding to domestic disaster events. The course examines the broad emergency management context of incident management, the creation of FEMA’s National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) and how NIMS is structured and works. The course includes a lab segment that compliments the presentation and discussions conducted in the course sessions. Offered odd Summer.
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PSA 341: Restorative Justice 3 credits
This course is designed to cover the historical, theoretical, and theological origins of the restorative justice model. Current practices used during the past two centuries and case studies will be reviewed and analyzed to help students better understand the relationship between offenders and victims. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 343: Human Resources Management 3 credits
Examines the activites in managing humans. Included topics are: assessment of human resources needs at present and in the future, and recruitment, training, and development of personnel. Offered Spring and Summer.
Prerequisite(s): PSA 310 or BUS 211 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 344: Organizational Behavior 3 credits
The behavior that occurs in firms is examined. Emphasis is on the complex dynamics that exist in human organizations. Development of organizational learning and organizational intelligence is examined in detail. Offered even Springs.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 and BUS 211 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 348: Project Management 3 credits
As product life cycles continue to shrink, professional careers are built on a succession of projects. Time-based competition presents an escalating challenge of compressing project duration, where “due-date” performance is of critical importance. This course explores the “hard” and “soft” techniques of successful project management and is supported by industry standard project planning software. Students will be expected to create complete project plans for several large simulations of actual projects in their chosen discipline. Offered Falls.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 211 and COS 103 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 350: Independent Study in Public Safety
Independent Study in Public Safety
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PSA 365: Law Enforcement Pre-Service 3 credits
This course is the equivalent to the Law Enforcement Pre-Service Program (also referred to as the 200 hour course) offered at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy (MCJA). It is intended to provide training and instruction to properly prepare persons for tasks that are performed by local law enforcement personnel prior to being on duty. Students will have primarily lecture based modules, but will also receive hands on training for some content. The course instructors are primarily practicing law enforcement officers. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a Certificate from the Academy. Students have the option of taking this course for credit or non-credit. Non-credit students must pay all applicable MCJA fees and related administrative expenses. Offered Summer terms.
Prerequisite(s): Must meet MCJA Entrance Standards or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 397: Public Safety Internship 9 credits
This capstone course provides the UMFK Public Safety Administration majors the opportunity to apply public safety management theory and practice in real world settings. An extensive Internship project is required and will be structured with the student and the PSA advisor. The student shall complete a portfolio of work demonstrating solid research and writing skills, mastery of knowledge in the public safety field and the ability to integrate theory, policy, and practice into a senior project. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.
Prerequisite(s): Junior/Senior standing and instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 398: Conservation Law Enforcement Internship 3 credits
This capstone course provides the UMFK Conservation Law Enforcement majors the opportunity to apply conservation law enforcement theory and practice in real world settings. An extensive Internship project is required and will be structured with the student and the CLE advisor. The student shall complete a portfolio of work demonstrating solid research and writing skills, mastery of knowledge in the conservation law enforcement field and the ability to integrate theory, policy, and practice into a senior project. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.
Prerequisite(s): Junior/Senior standing and instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 411: Information Technology in Government 3 credits
This course will show how the student will manage information technology in local government, including planning and project management, technical and service issues, and specific application of technology. Up-to-date and practical advice, along with identifying best practices, and reviews of what local governments are doing, and listing additional resources such as Web sites, periodicals, professional association and books will be presented. Offered even Springs.
Prerequisite(s): PSA 100 and COS 103 , and/or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSA 413: Computer Forensics & Investigations 4 credits
The course presents methods to properly conduct a computer forensics investigation beginning with a discussion of ethics, while mapping to the objectives of the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) certification. Offered odd Springs.
Prerequisite(s): COS 103 , COS 206 or instructor’s permission.
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PSA 413L: Computer Forensics Lab
Co-requisite(s): Must be taken concurrent with PSA 413
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PSA 415: Strategic Planning in Public Safety Administration 3 credits
Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in BS in Public Safety Administration. Strategic Planning is the capstone, integrative course for Public Safety Administration students. The focus is on how public agencies formulate, implement and evaluate strategies. The major responsibility of students in this course is to make objective strategic decisions and communicate the decisions and justifications for them.
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PSA 415L: Individual Student Portfolio
This course is a compilation of student work that provides evidence of student achievement. Specifically, each student will provide evidence of meeting student learning outcomes as follows: 1) liberally educated citizen, 2) lifelong learner, 3) proficient manager, and 4) skilled entrepreneur.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in BS in Public Safety Administration.
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PSA 419: Case Preparation & Resolution 3 credits
This integrated capstone course immerses students in an intensive practicum where each week builds upon the last, providing a strong knowledge base for navigating investigation and prosecution of crime from the perspective of law enforcement personnel. The reasoning and context for each step in the process is covered, with emphasis on report writing, briefing skills, trial preparation and delivering testimony. The fundamental theme of establishing and proving the elements of a crime is carried throughout the course. Three hour lecture Offered Spring.
Prerequisite(s): CRJ 108 and CRJ 215 , as well as PSA 319 or PSY 270 . Or Nursing major and at least Junior level.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 100: Introduction to Psychology 3 credits
Studies psychology as a science. Develops psychological vocabulary. Applies basic principles to everyday living. Offered every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 214: Sports Psychology 3 credits
This course is designed to help coaches and sport participants understand what an athlete goes through during the season. They will have working knowledge to help and recognize athletes that need help. This course will be giving helpful aids for coaches in the future about how to improve coaching techniques. Offered even Fall.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 221: Psychosocial Rehabilitation 3 credits
This course examines the concept of recovery and the Psychosocial Rehabilitation model, using assessments and evidence-based practices to develop individualized strength-based interventions and treatment plans. Emphasis is placed on empowering people to live meaningful lives as active members of their communities. This course is applicable to State of Maine MHRT/C certification. Three hour lecture. Offered odd Spring.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 232: Trauma and Resiliency 3 credits
Students will examine the prevalence and impact of various types and contexts of trauma on behavior and functioning. Students will examine evidenced-based treatment models for trauma-informed care and the importance of self-care. This course is applicable to State of Maine MHRT/C certification. Three hour lecture. Offered even Spring.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 246: Vocational Aspects of Disabilities 3 credits
This course examines vocational aspects of disabilities, placing emphasis on functional capabilities. Students will also examine different types of disabilities, state and federal laws and benefits, community resources, components of recovery and rehabilitation, and best practices for disabled clients pursuing, obtaining and maintaining employment. This course is applicable to State of Maine MHRT/C certification. Three hour lecture. Offered odd Fall.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 270: Case Management 3 credits
This course examines the role and tasks of the behavioral health professional as a case manager, exploring attending and documentation skills. This course also examines evidenced-based practices and the role of a case manager as an advocate to empower and help clients meet their identified needs. This course is applicable to State of Maine MHRT/C certification. Three hour lecture. Offered every Spring.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 300: Child Psychology 3 credits
Studies developmental processes/issues (including physical, cognitive, social, emotional, moral, familial, and educational) from prenatal period to puberty. Three hour lecture. Offered even Fall.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 305: Group Processes 3 credits
A psychosocial investigation of the dynamics and process of small group interactions. Utilizes didactic and experiential approaches to subject matter Three hour lecture. Offered odd Spring.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 308: Life Span Human Development 3 credits
This course focuses on physical, cognitive, emotional and social development across the lifespan. We will explore both classical and contemporary theories of human development, current research and practical applications in professional work settings. This course is applicable to State of Maine MHRT/C certification Three hour lecture. Offered Fall and Spring.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 310: Personality 3 credits
Examines major contemporary approaches to the study of personality and methods of research and assessment. Three hour lecture. Offered even Fall.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 320: Human Sexuality 3 credits
This course is designed to increase students’ knowledge related to human sexuality, exploring real work) issues and attitudes associated with human sexuality. This course will explore the latest research and cover contemporary topics about which our understanding continues to develop, such as paraphilias and the effects of pornography. Some topics may seem controversial or be of a sensitive nature. 3 hours of lecture.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 330: Interviewing and Counseling 3 credits
This course covers selected theories and techniques of psychological counseling, exploring the strengths and weaknesses of different models. This course also examines the latest research findings and use of evidenced-based practice. Students will also become familiar with the latest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. This course is applicable to State of Maine MHRT/C certification. Three hours of lecture. Offered Fall odd years.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 332: Substance Abuse Counseling 3 credits
This course is a survey of substance use disorders and corresponding mental health issues. It also examines the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders using evidenced-based practice. This course is applicable to State of Maine MHRT/C certification requirements. Three hour lecture. Offered every Fall.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 334: Crisis Identification & Intervention 3 credits
This course examines the theory and practice of crisis identification and intervention, focusing on specific populations and the latest research findings. This course will also explore the skills and techniques utilized in crisis identification, including attending skills, assessment and interventions. Students will also examine the importance self-care and explore possible experiences, such as vicarious trauma. This course is applicable to State of Maine MHRT/C certification. Three hour lecture. Offered even Spring.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or instructor’s permission.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 360: Social Psychology 3 credits
Explores the scientific study of an individual’s behavior in social situations. Topics covered include attributions, prejudice, conformity, persuasion, interpersonal attraction, helping and antisocial behavior, and group dynamics. Offered odd Fall.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 362: Abnormal Psychology 3 credits
This course examines the field of abnormal psychology by surveying the major psychological disorders and their classifications, and through exploring the causes and treatments of the major psychological disorders from various theoretical perspectives. 3 credit hours. Three hour lecture. Offered even Spring.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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PSY 412: Adulthood and Aging 3 credits
Theoretically and empirically investigates development and change through young adulthood, midlife, and later life. Includes family relationships, personality development, biological growth and decline, intellectual and career development, role change, motivation, learning and memory, mental disorders, and gerontological issues. Three hour lab. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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 PSY 497: Community Behavioral Health Internship 9-12 credits
This internship is designed to enhance the advanced student’s ability to function as a professional in the behavioral health field. Students will apply information gained through coursework to their placement position. This experience will enable interns to clarify their career plans, their personal values and abilities, and to gain skills and knowledge to prepare them as professionals. After discussion with the instructor and placement location managers, students may intern in state and local community social services, mental health agencies, crisis centers, senior care facilities, corrections facilities, or probation and parole, among other options. Offered Fall, Spring and Summer
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, instructor’s permission, SOC 110: Introduction to Human Services & Community Mental Health and PSY 270: Case Management .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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SOC 100: Introduction to Sociology 3 credits
This course examines the nature of human society and social institutions such as family, marriage, gender roles, economic exchange, stratification, political power, religion, and education. The course will also cover social control, deviance, law and order, medical issues, poverty, and other dimensions of power systems. The focus will be on large scale, complex, and plural societies. This course is applicable to State of Maine MHRT/C certification. Three hour lecture. Offered Fall, Spring and Summer.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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SOC 110: Introduction to Human Services & Community Mental Health 3 credits
This course examines the role of the behavioral health professional in human services, highlighting ethical and culturally sensitive practice, the role of advocacy and integrated health care. This course is applicable to State of Maine MHRT/C certification. Three hour lecture. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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Spanish |
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SPA 100: Elementary Spanish I 3 credits
This course is an introduction to Spanish that emphasizes basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills while fostering cultural awareness. The course uses a combination of communication-based and traditional grammar-based pedagogies. The course uses multimedia such as online videos and news articles in a portion of every class to keep abreast of current events in the Spanish-speaking world. Offered every Spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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SPA 101: Elementary Spanish II 3 credits
This course is a continuation of SPA 100 and emphasizes basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills while fostering cultural awareness. The course uses a combination of communication-based and traditional grammar-based pedagogies. The course uses multimedia such as online videos and news articles in a portion of every class to keep abreast of current events in the Spanish-speaking world. Offered every Fall.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 100 or 1 year of high school Spanish.
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Social Sciences |
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SSC 105: Introduction to the Human Sciences 3 credits
Introduces students in the behavioral and social sciences to the study of human behavior in historical and social contexts. Its goal is to prepare students for the kinds of learning, critical thinking, research practices and professional development that will be required of them in the behavioral and social sciences, specifically anthropology, psychology and sociology. The course will cover the fundamentals of the behavioral and social sciences, the scientific methods as applied to the study of humanity, as in formulating hypotheses, testing variables, and writing scientific papers; reading human scientific literature and developing critical reasoning and analysis skills; the objective imagination; avoiding ethnocentrism; and the applications of the human sciences. It is designed as a gateway course into the fields of human sciences. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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SSC 241: Writing and Critical Analysis in the Social & Behavioral Sciences 3 credits
This course will assist the student in learning scientific writing and critical analysis. Concepts to be covered include types of research writing such as descriptive essays, explorations, explanations, evaluations, critical reviews, case studies, ethnographies, life histories, and experiments; the organization of research, including how to construct science-oriented research papers: specifically identifying argument, variables, and key points; recognizing and avoiding errors such as leading questions, assumptions, and circular reasoning; using supporting evidence; writing research, including drafts, outlines, self-editing, and citation methods; navigating academic English spelling, grammar, and usage; and reading and evaluating sources for content and critical analysis. This course is a foundation for SSC 340 Research Methods. Three hour lecture. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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SSC 327: Interpersonal Skills for Supervisors 1 credits
This seminar/interactive course is designed to provide tools to improve workplace communications and increase skills in conflict resolution and motivation enhancement. Case studies will be utilized to enhance real world experience in problem solving for the manager and supervisor. Offered every Fall.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore or higher standing or instructor permission.
Co-requisite(s): None
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SSC 340: Research Methods 3 credits
Equips students with the critical thinking skills and knowledge of research methods that together will enable them to make sense out of scientific research in the social sciences. Offered Fall.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credits fundamentals in Behavioral or Social Sciences; MAT 351 , SSC 241 . Sophomore standing.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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SSC 440: Research Methods and Theory Seminar (Capstone I) 3 credits
This seminar will cover various theories, models, and research methodologies in Behavioral and Social Science. Students will be expected to prepare a research project for completion in Capstone II. Concepts and procedures to be covered: identifying topics, choosing appropriate modes, choosing appropriate research theory or model, choosing appropriate methodology, protection of human subjects, literature review, quantitative and qualitative research. Offered Spring
Prerequisite(s): SSC 340 .
Co-requisite(s): None.
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SSC 441: Senior Research in Social Sciences (Capstone II) 3 credits
Students will carry out an advanced research project under supervision, preferably using local resources. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): SSC 440 .
Co-requisite(s): none.
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Theater |
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THE 397: Performance Practicum 1-3 credits
Students involved in University and/or joint community or high school productions in Music and/or Theater can apply for credit (1-3 hours) through experiential learning under the THE 397 Theater Practicum. Students will submit evidence/evaluations of work done and appropriate documentation to warrant the awarding of credit. General guidelines for submissions will be available from the Arts and Humanities Division.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
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