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POS 301 - Classical Political Thought
A survey of ancient political philosophy through detailed study of selected writings of Plato, Xenophon, Aristotle, Thucydides and others.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics, Western Cultural Tradition and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites: POS 201 or permission or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 302 - Medieval Political Thought
A survey of medieval political thought during the European middle ages (5th to 15th centuries) through detailed study of selected writings of Augustine, John of Salisbury, Aquinas, Marsilius, Dante and others.
Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition, Social Contexts and Institutions and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites: junior or senior standing or permission.
Credits: 3
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POS 303 - Early Modern Political Thought
A survey of early modern political philosophy from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment through detailed study of selected writings of Machiavelli, Descartes, F. Bacon, Hobbes, Locke and others.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics, Western Cultural Tradition and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites: POS 201 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 304 - American Political Thought
The development of political ideas in America from the founding period to the present as expounded in the writings of American statesmen and political theorists, and foreign commentators such as Tocqueville.
Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition and Writing Intensive Requirement.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing or permission.
Credits: 3
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POS 305 - Late Modern Political Thought
A survey of modern political philosophy from the French Revolution to the twentieth century through detailed study of selected writings of Rousseau, Hegel, Marx, Mill, Nietzsche, and contemporary authors.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics, Western Cultural Tradition and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites: POS 201 or junior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 306 - Crafting the American Constitution
This course will engage students in a substantive, detailed, and critical examination of the debates surrounding the drafting, ratification, and early implementation of the Constitution of the United States. It will begin with an examination of the important thinkers who influenced the American Founders, move to a detailed analysis of the critical issues at the Constitutional Convention and in the state ratification debates, and conclude with a look at some early government actions and Supreme Court decisions that put flesh on the bones of the Constitution. During the entirety of this course, students will be asked to reflect on the degree to which the founding debates are still relevant to contemporary American politics and government.
Prerequisites: POS 100.
Credits: 3
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POS 309 - Topics in Political Theory
Offers a detailed examination of a selected topic in political theory. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: POS 201.
Credits: 3
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POS 335 - Major Governments of Western Europe
The political traditions, parties, governmental structures, and special political problems of Great Britain, France and Germany.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites: POS 100. Junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 336 - Government and Politics in Russia
Examines the historical Russian political legacy, the experience of Soviet rule from 1917 until 1991, and explores in-depth current domestic and foreign politics in the Russian Federation. Focuses primarily on the development of the post-Soviet Russian political system.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites: POS 100. Junior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 337 - Government and Politics in Eurasia
Examines contemporary government and politics in Eurasia, the general region from Central Asia to the Balkan peninsula of Europe. Major themes will include the formation of independent nation-states in Central Asia, the Caucasus mountain region and Ukraine following the dissolution of the USSR in 1991; and government and politics in Turkey. Also considers patterns of international relations within Eurasia and relations between these countries and the larger world.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 344 - Public Policy in Canada
An analysis of policy making structures with emphasis on the Prime Minister, the Prime Minister’s Office, the Cabinet, the Privy Council Office, and other central agents. Relations between the federal and provincial executives are also discussed. Policy making in specific issues of current interest considered.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites: Six hours of political science.
Credits: 3
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POS 349 - Topics in Comparative Politics
Offers a detailed examination of a selected topic in comparative politics. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: POS 241.
Credits: 3
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POS 353 - The U.S. Congress
Examines the legislative process and its components, with special attention to congressional elections, the committee structure, the impact of institutional reform and the influence of bicameralism.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics and Social Contexts and Institutions Requirements.
Prerequisites: POS 100. Junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 354 - The U.S. Presidency
Examines presidential leadership in contemporary American politics. Devotes special
attention to institutional, constitutional, and historical influences on the presidency.
Other topics include: presidential decision-making, psychological aspects of the
presidency, and the sources of cooperation and conflict between the legislative,
executive, and judicial branches of government. Analysis of the president’s role
in foreign and domestic policy.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 359 - Topics in American Government
Offers a detailed examination of a selected topic in American politics. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: POS 100.
Credits: 3
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POS 363 - Urban Government and Politics
Examines the politics and government of urban areas in the United States, in both historical and contemporary contexts. Topics of investigation and discussion include (but are not limited to): the functions and roles of American cities, the responsibilities of urban governments, the issue of power in the metropolis, the American federal system and urban governance, race, ethnicity, and class in urban America, and the challenges facing contemporary urban society.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 369 - Topics in International Relations
Offers a detailed examination of a selected topic in International Relations. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: POS 273.
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POS 372 - Canadian Foreign Policy
Canadian theory and practice of foreign policy, with emphasis on the major international problems which Canada faces today. Special attention is directed to Canada’s relations with the United States and other Western Hemisphere countries.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or POS 120 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 374 - American Foreign Policy
American foreign policy and the major international problems facing the United States today. Special focus will be on United States relations with Europe, Russia, Japan and the Third World.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or POS 120.
Credits: 3
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POS 375 - United States and the Middle East
Survey of factors and forces that influence American foreign policy in the Middle East, with special emphasis on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, relations with Iran and U.S. military presence in the Persian Gulf. Policies of various American presidents from Truman to present will be discussed and analyzed.
Credits: 3
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POS 380 - Interest Groups and American Politics
Every day millions of Americans act politically to defend their interests, yet Americans as a whole overwhelmingly have a negative opinion of interest groups and their involvement in the political process. How can this be? This course will examine the purposes, roles, and ultimately the results produced by interest groups in the American political process. Students will finish with a much more complete understanding of the place that interest groups occupy in the American political universe.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 381 - Political Parties and Elections
Analyzes the development of, and current theories regarding, political parties and elections in American politics. Topics include theories of party realignment, voting behavior, party composition and behavior, and the relationship between parties, elections and democracy. Covers both presidential and congressional elections.
Satisifies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 383 - American Constitutional Law
Examines the evolving nature of the U.S. Constitution through consideration of major Supreme Court decisions in areas such as federalism, legislative power, executive authority and judicial autonomy.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 384 - American Civil Liberties
Examines the tension between individual rights and the social order through consideration of major Supreme Court decisions involving the Bill of Rights and the Fourteenth Amendment.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics and Social Contexts and Institutions Requirements.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 385 - Women and Politics
Examines women as citizens and leaders and also examines movements to increase women’s public role in U.S. politics. Considers racial, ethnic, partisan and class dimensions of those movements and political activities and the influence of government policies on
gender relations.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Writing Intensive Requirement.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 386 - Religion and Politics in the United States
Religion has historically played a substantial role in the government and politics of the United States, and continues to do so in contemporary American society. Focuses on the intersections and interactions between religion and politics in the United States. Areas of examination include, (but are not limited to): religion and American culture, religion and the Constitution, religion and public policy, religion and individual political behavior, and religion and violence in the United States.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 401 - Seminar in Political Theory
Detailed examination of the text(s) of a classic thinker in the history of political theory. May be repeated for credit.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics, Western Cultural Tradition and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites: One course in political theory or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 453 - Political Behavior and Participation
Looks at which citizens get involved in politics and why they do so. Examines theories involving individual choice and resources, community organizations, interest group activities and social movements. Additional topics include participation and democratic theory, historical reasons why participation has changed and proposals to increase citizen involvement in politics.
Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 467 - African Politics
Analysis of the transition from colonialism to independence in selected countries of Sub-Saharan Africa. Discussion of nation-building, the one-party system, military intervention in politics, and neo-colonialism.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions, Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites: 6 hours of Political Science.
Credits: 3
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POS 469 - Politics of the Middle East
The politics of the Middle East from World War I to the present. Special attention
to problems of Palestine and the creation of Israel, the interplay between the
politics of the great powers and Middle East conflicts, and problems of nationalism,
modernization, and revolution.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or POS 120 and junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 470 - International Law
Examines international legal principles relating to state territory and jurisdiction, the oceans, human rights and war.
Prerequisites: Junior Standing, POS 120 and POS 273 or POS 374 or POS 241
Credits: 3
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POS 474 - Instruments of American Foreign Policy Making
Examines the formulation and implementation of American foreign policy. Special focus will be placed on American Political culture; Presidential and congressional powers in foreign policy; government bureaucracies, such as the Departments of State, Defense and Treasury; and conceptual and theoretical approaches to policy making.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirements.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or POS 120 and junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 475 - International Security
Examines national and international factors affecting the survival and security of states. Topics include components and use of military power, arms control and proliferation, the cause and resolution of conflict, negotiation and decision-making processes and structures.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or POS 120 and junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 476 - Seminar in World Politics
A topical survey of conceptual and theoretical developments in the field of world politics. Examination of these developments in the context of contemporary issues and controversies will be emphasized. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or POS 120 and junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 484 - The American Constitution and Criminal Due Process
Examines the development of supreme Court doctrines governing the jurisprudence of constitutional rights afforded the criminally accused. Areas examined include the 4th, 5th, 6th, and 8th amendments to the Constituition and their applicability to the states via the 14th amendment.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics and Social Contexts and Institutions Requirements.
Prerequisites: POS 100 or junior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 493 - American Politics Internship
Provides students with the opportunity to gain experience in a department or agency at the national, state, or local level, or to conduct a major research project. Reports and a research paper are normally required for an agency internship.
Prerequisites: permission.
Credits: 3, 6 or 9
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POS 495 - Congressional Internship
Assignment to the Washington, D.C. office of a member of Congress, normally from the Maine delegation, during the spring semester. Readings and reports are required in addition to performing staff work in a congressional office. The internship is open to juniors and seniors on a competitive basis; applications and interviews are conducted each fall to fill the spring internship positions.
Prerequisites: permission.
Credits: 6 or 9
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POS 496 - International Affairs Internship
Provides students the opportunity to gain experience in a department or agency, either in the United States or abroad, that deals with international affairs. Students may not receive more than 9 credit hours for this internship.
Credits: 6 or 9
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POS 498 - Independent Study in Political Science
Provides students the opportunity to work closely with an individual member of the faculty, either as a research assistant or as the author of a major independent study paper. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: permission.
Credits: 3
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POS 499 - Senior Seminar in Political Science
Examines selected theoretical and empirical topics in Political Science. Assumes a knowledge of, and builds upon, a body of knowledge developed by students in the major and represents the culmination of majors’ concentration of study within the major. Students can write an Honors thesis instead of taking the capstone course.
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive and Capstone Experience Requirements.
Prerequisites: Senior standing and Political Science major or International Affairs major with a concentration in Political Science.
Credits: 3
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POS 531 - Topics in Comparative Politics
Examines various issues in comparative politics such as comparative democratization, regime types and conflict management, with emphasis on readings in the theoretical literature in the discipline of comparative politics through class discussions and individual research. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 3
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POS 549 - Seminar in American Politics
Examines theoretical and practical issues in American politics in a small group setting, with emphasis on individual research and class participation.
Credits: 3
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POS 596 - Directed Research in Political Science
An individualized research course for graduate students seeking to explore an advanced research topic in political science. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: graduate standing or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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PPA 264 - Introduction to the Pulp and Paper Industry
Considers the manufacture of paper from fibrous raw materials to the processing of finished products. Emphasis on papers produced from wood, non-wood, and secondary fibers. Recommended for CHE/BLE students taking the cooperative work experience within the Pulp and Paper industry. Lec 3. (Spring.)
Prerequisites: CHB 200 or permission.
Credits: 3
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PPA 465 - Pulp Technology
The chemical and engineering principles of manufacturing various wood pulps. Rec 3. (Fall.)
Prerequisites: Junior standing and CHB 200 or permission.
Credits: 3
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PPA 466 - Paper Technology
The chemical and engineering principles of paper manufacturing from the preparation of fiber furnishes to the final stage of drying. Rec 3. (Spring.)
Prerequisites: CHB 200 or permission.
Credits: 3
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PPA 473 - Pulp Manufacture and Testing
Problem-oriented laboratory course involving the process design criteria for the production of mechanical, semi-chemical and chemical wood pulps. Lab 8. (Fall.)
Prerequisites: PPA 465 or concurrently.
Credits: 4
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PPA 474 - Paper Manufacture and Testing
A problem-oriented laboratory course involving the process design of paper making and finishing systems. Lab 8. (Spring.)
Prerequisites: PPA 466 or concurrently.
Credits: 4
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PPA 499 - Undergraduate Thesis
Original investigation of a pulp and paper problem and reporting of the results. (Offered by arrangement.)
Prerequisites: permission.
Credits: Ar
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PPA 695 - Graduate Seminar I
Reports and discussion of recent developments in pulp and paper technology and related fields, based on the literature or current investigations. Required of all graduate students.
Credits: 1
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PPA 696 - Graduate Seminar II
Reports and discussion of recent development in pulp and paper technology and related fields, based on the literature or current investigations. Required of all graduate students.
Credits: 1
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PSE 100 - Plant Science
Basics of plant anatomy, morphology, ecology, physiology and taxonomy with examples drawn from common agricultural and horticultural plants are discussed. Labs include hands-on investigations of local plants.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec 3, Lab 2.
Credits: 4
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PSE 101 - Cropping Systems
Principles and practices of various cropping systems involving agricultural crops. Basics of tillage, seeding, crop genetic resources, harvesting and storage of vegetables and grains are discussed. Lec 4. (Spring-odd.)
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.
Prerequisites: PSE 100 or permission.
Credits: 4
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PSE 105 - Principles of Sustainable Agriculture
Basic design principles and examples of environmentally and economically sustainable agricultural systems. Describes the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, but emphasis will be placed on identifying management practices that a) biologically improve soil structure, organic matter content, and fertility; and b) minimize or eliminate the need for chemical interventions for control of insect pests, pathogens, and weeds.
Satisfies the General Education Application of Scientific Knowledge and Population and the Environment Requirements. Rec 3.
Credits: 3
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PSE 121 - Human Societies, Soil and Water: The Unbreakable Link
Considers the soil and water resources upon which human societies depend. Begins with a survey of basic properties and processes important in understanding soil and water resources. Ethical approaches to resource decision-making are introduced and used. Through the use of many case studies and examples, students are encouraged to clarify and develop their own personal values with respect to human use of the environment. Lec 3. (Spring - odd.)
Satisfies the General Education Population and the Environment and Ethics Requirements.
Credits: 3
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PSE 140 - Soil Science
Considers the chemical, physical and biological properties of soil, as well as the origin, management and interrelationships of soils to plant growth.
Together with PSE 141, this course Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Satisfies the General Education Application of Scientific Knowledge when taken without PSE 141. Rec 3.
Prerequisites: BMB 207 or CHY 121 is recommended.
Credits: 3
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PSE 141 - Soil Science Laboratory
A series of practical laboratory exercises providing hands-on experience with soil measurements and information use.
Together with PSE 140, this course Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement.
Prerequisites: BMB 207 or CHY 121 is recommended.
Credits: 1
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PSE 203 - Weed Biology and Identification
This course offers students an introduction to the characteristics and strategies of weedy and invasive plants, followed by study of weed communities in turf and urban landscapes, roadsides and waste areas, and agricultural fields. Students will learn to identify, in the field, approximately seventy-five weedy plant species and will know the principle weedy traits and/or strategies for each species.
Credits: 3
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PSE 219 - Herbaceous Landscape Plants
The study of fundamental principles and practices of identifying, growing and using perennial and annual herbaceous ornamental plants in the landscape. Emphasis on identification, selection, landscape use and plant culture. Rec 2, Lab 2.
Prerequisites: Grade of C- or better in PSE 100 or BIO 200 or FES 100.
Credits: 3
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PSE 221 - Woody Landscape Plants
The study of deciduous and evergreen trees, shrubs, vines, and groundcovers for use in the New England landscape; including identification skills, culture, and function in the landscape. Extensive outdoor labs. Lec 3, Lab 2.
Prerequisites: Grade of C- or better in PSE 100 or BIO 200 or FES 100.
Credits: 4
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PSE 227 - Landscape Design and Construction Techniques
An introduction to landscape design and the physical properties, functional uses and aesthetic values of landscape construction materials, as independent items and as designed elements within the landscape. Current construction practices and installation methods will be investigated. Graphic skills will focus on quick techniques for drawing grading plans, layout plans, and construction details. Lec 2, Studio 4.
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in PSE 100 and Environmental Horticulture majors.
Credits: 4
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PSE 305 - Problems in Plant, Soil and Environmental Sciences
Opportunity is provided for specialization in specific areas of plant, soil and environmental sciences.
Prerequisites: Permission.
Credits: Ar
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PSE 312 - Sustainable Food Systems: Challenges and Opportunities
Students will read about, and discuss various aspects of our food system: what makes up a food system, how agriculture influences a food system, agricultural history, agricultural efficiencies, threats to a sustainable food system, genetic engineering, and human values and food.
Prerequisites: PSE 105 or permission
Credits: 3
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PSE 320 - Soil Organic Matter Management
Fundamental aspects of soil organic matter management. Principles of plant residue decomposition, tillage, use of organic soil amendments and environmental and agricultural implications of human soil management. Lec 3. (Spring - even.)
Prerequisites: BMB 207 or CHY 121 and PSE 140.
Credits: 3
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PSE 324 - Digital Graphic Communication
An introductory information and computer technology course that is designed to enable the student to understand how to use programs that pertain to the landscape design and horticulture field. Through lectures, reading assignments, in-class exercises, and out-of-class exercises, students will achieve the course objectives. This course will cover beginning, intermediate, and some advanced concepts and techniques for AutoCAD 2010, as well as beginning and some intermediate techniques for Adobe Photoshop. Lec 2, Lab 2.
Credits: 3
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PSE 325 - Turfgrass Management
Study of the scientific principles of turfgrass culture. Includes identification, soil requirements, establishment, fertilization, mowing and pest control of grass species used on home lawns, golf courses, athletic fields, parks and low maintenance areas. Rec 2, Lab 2.
Prerequisites: Junior Standing and a grade of C- or better is required in PSE 100 or BIO 200 or FES 100. PSE 140 is recommended.
Credits: 3
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PSE 328 - Landscape Design
The planning and design of residential sites. Based on balancing the “hands-on” experience with formal design education, by furnishing an overview of the fundamentals of the residential site design process. The students will integrate previous experience and course work in plant material, landscape construction, graphic communication, and general horticultural experiences. Lec 2, Studio 4.
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in PSE 219 and PSE 221 and PSE 222 and PSE 227.
Credits: 4
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PSE 403 - Weed Ecology and Management
Ecological principles and their application in non-chemical and reduced input weed management strategies. Lec 2, Lab 2. (Fall - odd.)
Prerequisites: PSE 100 (or BIO 200 or FES 100) and BIO 319 (or FES 407 or WLE 200).
Credits: 3
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PSE 413 - Wetland Delineation and Mapping
Focuses on delineating and mapping wetlands using procedures accepted by the Army Corps of Engineers and the State of Maine. Students will learn to identify wetland boundaries using the 3-parameter approach; soils, vegetation and hydrology, currently required by federal and state laws regulating wetlands.
Satisfies the General Education Applications of Scientific Knowledge Requirement. Lec 3, Lab 3. (Fall - odd.)
Prerequisites: BIO 319 or FES 407 or SMS 300 or SMS 352 or WLE 200 and PSE 140 or permission.
Credits: 4
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PSE 415 - Greenhouse Management
The study of greenhouse management practices and principles. Specific areas of study will include greenhouse structure, operation, and the use of greenhouses for ornamental plant production. Extensive greenhouse work. Lec 3, Lab 2.
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in PSE 100 or BIO 200 or FES 100, and Junior standing. PSE 140 is recommended.
Credits: 4
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PSE 424 - Nursery Management
Covers the basic techniques for production of woody and herbaceous plants in nursery and other outdoor settings. Specific areas of study will include nursery site selection and construction, retail and wholesale nursery planning, equipments for nursery operation, nursery crop selection, regeneration, culture, and production, personnel management, marketing, and garden center operation. Extensive field lab work at campus nursery and garden. Lec 2, Lab 2.
Prerequisites: Junior standing and a grade of C- or better in PSE 100.
Credits: 3
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PSE 425 - Landscape Management
Designed to provide the senior landscape horticulture student with the opportunity to bring together all aspects of theoretical and applied training. Students develop an understanding of professional practice in landscape management, site management, personnel management to project management. Accomplished through interacting with a variety of professionals, field trips, real life hands-on projects, cumulating with a team-based Capstone Project. Lec 2, Lab 2.
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive and Capstone Experience Requirements.
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in PSE 325 and PSE 328.
Credits: 3
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PSE 440 - Environmental Soil Chemistry and Plant Nutrition
A study of the origin and nature of soil chemical properties and how they influence plant growth and environmental quality. The cycling of nutrients and carbon through soils, the biosphere, the hydrosphere, and the atmosphere is discussed. The impacts of human practices such as fertilization, mining, fossil fuel consumption, irrigation, and waste disposal on the quality of soils in both managed and natural systems are considered.
Prerequisites: BMB 208 or CHY 122 and PSE 140.
Credits: 3
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PSE 442 - Pedology: The Science of Soil Morphology, Genesis and Classification
Examines the relationships between soil properties (color, structure, organic matter content, drainage, nutrient content, etc.) and soil formation factors (parent material, climate, organisms, relief, time). Addresses major components of pedology including soil classification and the role of soils in global biogeochemical processes. (Fall-even).
Prerequisites: PSE 140 or permission.
Credits: 3
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PSE 444 - Field Soil Morphology and Classification Techniques
Soil profile description, classification and land use interpretation techniques taught in the field. The focus of this class is on soils of the state of Maine. One weekend field trip planned. On site lectures will include descriptions of the soil/geomorphology relationships. Course ends mid semester. Lab 6. (Fall - even.)
Prerequisites: PSE 140 or permission. Corequisite: PSE 442.
Credits: 1
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PSE 457 - Plant Pathology
Principles of plant disease. Lec 3, Lab 1.
Prerequisites: Junior or Senior Standing and either BIO 100 or PSE 100.
Credits: 4
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PSE 469 - Soil Microbiology
Soil microorganisms and their relevance to ecosystem processes (nutrient cycling, energy flow, and relations to plant health and nutrition). Small soil animals and their impacts on soil processes are also discussed. Lec 3, Lab 3.
Prerequisites: BIO 100 and BMB 207/209 or CHY 121/123 or permission.
Credits: 4
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PSE 479 - Crop Ecology and Physiology
An examination of agricultural systems focusing on the physiological responses of plant communities and the critical role of nitrogen, water relations and photosynthesis within these communities. Extensive reading and a written project are required.
Prerequisites: PSE 100 and PSE 105.
Credits: 3
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PSE 503 - Post-Harvest Physiology
Biochemical and physiological processes associated with ripening and retaining quality of harvested plant products. Includes temperature, humidity, growth regulators, types of storage, handling and physiological disorders. Lec 3. (Spring - odd.)
Prerequisites: BIO 452 and BIO 453 or permission.
Credits: 3
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PSE 509 - Experimental Design
Principles of research in biological sciences, design of experiments, statistical analysis and interpretation of data. Lec 3, Lab 2.
Credits: 4
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PSE 533 - Advanced Studies in Wetland Delineation and Mapping
Focuses on delineating and mapping wetlands using Army Corps of engineers and State of Maine procedures. Identification of wetland boundaries using the 3-parameter approach; soils, vegetation and hydrology, currently required by federal and state laws regulating wetlands. Requires completion of a field-based wetland delineation project. Lec 3, Lab 3. (Fall - odd.)
Credits: 4
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PSE 546 - Chemistry of Soils
Covers the chemistry of inorganic and organic components of soils, soil solution equilibria and sorption reactions, emphasizing laboratory exercises. Lec 1, Lab 6. (Spring - even.)
Prerequisites: CHY 242 and PSE 140 or permission.
Credits: 4
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PSE 580 - Scientific Communications I
Presentations of research proposal to faculty and graduate student peers. Covers the use of scientific graphic and presentation software.
Credits: 1
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PSE 581 - Scientific Communications II
Literature review and poster presentation of scientific ecological and environmental research topics.
Prerequisites: Permission.
Credits: 1
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PSE 597 - Special Topics in Plant, Soil and Environmental Sciences
Advanced study of topics in plant, soil and environmental sciences.
Prerequisites: Permission.
Credits: Ar
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PSE 699 - Graduate Thesis / Research
Graduate Thesis
Credits: Ar
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PSY 100 - General Psychology
Lecture on and discussions of basic psychological processes, including learning, perception, motivation and emotion, higher mental processes, individual differences, personality and additional selected topics.
Satisfies the General Education Social Context and Institutions Requirement.
Credits: 3
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PSY 208 - Theories of Personality
Examines the chief contemporary approaches to the study of personality including
critical issues in personality. Also considers assessment techniques and research
methods.
Prerequisites: PSY 100.
Credits: 3
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