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BMB 421 - Infectious Disease Laboratory
Introduction to procedures used in the clinical diagnostic laboratory to identify the causative agent of human infectious diseases.
Prerequisites: BMB 420 or concurrently.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 2
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BMB 430 - Bacterial Physiology
The properties and behavior of bacteria with respect to their chemical and physical requirements for life and reproduction. Lec 3.
Prerequisites: BMB 300, BMB 322.
Course Typically Offered: Spring, Even Years
Credits: 3
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BMB 431 - Bacterial Physiology Laboratory
Laboratory experiments and exercises designed to expose students to aspects of bacterial physiology and to selected assays, techniques, and equipment used in physiology research. Lab 2.
Prerequisites: BMB 300, BMB 322.
Course Typically Offered: Spring, Even Years
Credits: 1
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BMB 440 - Introductory Immunology
An introduction to the organization and function of the immune system including the basic properties of humoral and cell-mediated immune responses, the reactions or antigens and antibodies and the lymphocytes involved.
Prerequisites: BMB 300 and either BMB 221 or CHY 251
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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BMB 441 - Introductory Immunology Laboratory
A laboratory course to introduce students to diagnostic and experimental techniques routinely used in the immunology lab. Lab 2.
Prerequisites: BMB 440 or concurrently.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 1
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BMB 455 - Virology
Introduction to the study of viruses, emphasizing their nature, methods of cultivation, mode of transmission, genetics and mechanisms of pathogenicity. Lec 3.
Prerequisites: BMB 300.
Course Typically Offered: Variable
Credits: 3
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BMB 456 - Virology Laboratory
Introduction to methods of virus propagation, assay and characterization, including cell culture, in vitro infectivity assays, and cytopathic effects. Lec 3, Lab 2.
Prerequisites: BMB 455 or concurrently.
Course Typically Offered: Variable
Credits: 1
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BMB 460 - Advanced Biochemistry
A continuation of BMB 322, with emphasis on elements of biochemistry and similar topics. May include discussions of cellular control mechanisms, enzyme kinetics. Lec 3.
General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.
Prerequisites: BMB 322 or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
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BMB 464 - Analytical and Preparative Biochemical Laboratory Methods
Students will experience laboratory techniques for the manipulation and analysis of biochemical materials including biological activity assays, concentration determinations, ligand binding analysis, enzyme kinetics and macromolecular fractionation through a discovery based investigation. The lecture component will focus on principles of techniques, literature investigation, protocol development and data analysis/problem solving. Lec 2, plus Lab 4
Prerequisites: BMB 322.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Credits: 4
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BMB 467 - Physical Biochemistry
Designed for students who have a strong background in the properties and function of biomolecules including proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and carbohydrates. Focus will be on the physical, chemical, and thermodynamic principles that define macromolecular interactions in cells and solution. Topics include thermodynamics of macromolecular systems, bioenergetics, binding, solution behavior, macromolecular interactions, introduction to quantum mechanics, transport, separation techniques, spectroscopy, phase transitions, and steady state and rapid reaction kinetic principles and modern biophysical laboratory techniques.
Prerequisites: BMB 460 or concurrently or permission; PHY 122 or 112 or concurrently; and BMB 322 and CHY 252 and MAT 127
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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BMB 471 - Cell Culture Laboratory
A laboratory course devoted to eukaryotic cell culture techniques and applications. Lab 2.
Prerequisites: BMB 305.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 1
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BMB 490 - Microbial Genetics
A lecture and laboratory chiefly in the genetics of Escherichia coli, its bacteriophages, and mechanisms of genetic exchange among prokaryotes. Lectures cover all materials and problems presented in the text. Laboratory sessions may include chemical mutagenesis, transposon mutagenesis, in vitro mutagenesis, transduction, conjugation, transformation, genetic mapping, physical mapping, complementation analyses, maxi cell expression of proteins, and regulatory studies using gene fusions and operon fusions. Lec 3, Lab 4.
General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.
Prerequisites: BMB 464 or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 5
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BMB 491 - Biochemistry, Microbiology and Molecular Biology Research
Research in Biochemistry, Microbiology and Molecular Biology.
General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement.
Prerequisites: senior standing or graduate standing.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: Ar
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BMB 497 - Independent Study
A laboratory and conference for students desiring to pursue some particular line of investigation.
Prerequisites: permission.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Credits: Ar
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BMB 540 - Advanced Immunology
Selected topics in immunology including regulation autoimmune disease, immunogenetics, and immunodeficiences. Emphasis on topics of current significance. (Offered every other year.)
Credits: 3
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BEN 111 - Introduction to Bioengineering I
An introduction to the profession of bioengineering through a series of speakers, tours, presentations, and projects. The development of teaming and oral presentation skills are emphasized.
General Education Requirements: This course fulfills the Ethics General Education Requirement.
Prerequisites: First year students only.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 2
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BEN 112 - Introduction to Bioengineering II
Introduction to the application of computers to solving bioengineering problems. Commercial and public domain computer software for data acquisition, analysis, and graphical representation, as well as database searching, will be introduced. The application of these programs to bioengineering problem solving will be introduced through a series of analysis and design projects.
Prerequisites: MAT 126 or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 2
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BEN 201 - Fundamentals of Bioengineering
Introduction to basic engineering concepts as they apply to biological systems; molecular and biochemical kinetics; thermodynamic principles, and their applications to material and energy balances in closed and open biological systems (biochemical cycles, cells, systems); integration of basic mathematical, chemical and physical concepts into bioengineering practice; introduction to the biomedical and biotechnology industries.
Prerequisites: CHY 121, CHY 122, MAT 126 and MAT 127.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 4
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BEN 202 - Transport Processes in Bioengineering Systems
Introduction to transport phenomena related to biological systems. Topics to be covered include fluid dynamics, mass transfer, heat transfer, dimensional analysis, transport in complex systems, conservation laws and macroscopic balances. These engineering tools will be applied to biological systems such as blood flow and transport across cell membranes.
Prerequisites: A C- or better in BEN 201 or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 4
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BEN 361 - Bioengineering Laboratory I
Applies the principles of bioengineering in the laboratory using analogs of biological systems and appropriate instrumentation. An emphasis is placed on formal written and oral reports.
General Education Requirements: Fulfills the Writing Intensive General Education Requirement
Course Typically Offered: Spring, Summer
Credits: 4
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BEN 363 - Bioengineering Laboratory II
Applies the principles of bioengineering in the laboratory using analogs of biological systems and appropriate instrumentation. An emphasis is placed upon formal written and oral reports.
General Education Requirements: Writing Intensive
Prerequisites: Junior Standing
Course Typically Offered: Fall and Summer
Credits: 1-16
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BEN 396 - Field Experience in Bioengineering
An approved program work experience which contributes to the academic major and for which academic credit is given. Students may work part time or full time for a semester in a job related to their professional career goals. (Pass/Fail Grade Only).
Prerequisites: Junior Standing
Course Typically Offered: Fall and Summer
Credits: 1-16
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BEN 401 - Applications of Bioengineering
Analysis of performance characteristics of biological systems in terms of material and energy balances, kinetics, and transport processes. Approaches toward design of artificial assist devices and delivery of therapeutics based upon the relevant performance characteristics and pharmacokinetics.
Prerequisites: C- or better in BEN 201 and BEN 202.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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BEN 402 - Biomaterials and the Cellular Interface
The course is focused on the application of bioengineering principles to the design, testing, and use of biomaterials. The critical properties of materials such as those used for fabrication of biocompatible implanted devices, surgical materials and diagnostic tests will be examined. The course will address the contribution of cell-surface interactions, tissue compatibility, physical stability, and other parameters to the identification of design constraints.
Prerequisites: A C- or better in BEN 201, BEN 202 and BMB 280 and CHY 251.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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BEN 403 - Instrumentation in Bioengineering
A range of widely used clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic instrumentation is presented. Students are made aware of emerging tools and methods. Theory, application, design, components and limitations of a number of laboratory and clinical instruments are presented. Students gain the skills necessary to design their own instruments and methods. Key principles are further elucidated and where appropriate demonstrated during a weekly recitation.
Prerequisites: A C- or better in BEN 201 and BEN 202 or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 4
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BEN 477 - Elements of Bioengineering Design
Introduction to bioengineering design and economics. Considers principles of design, process flow diagrams, heat and material balances, rate equations, transport phenomena, materials compatibility, material selection, and cost estimating techniques as well as principles of engineering economics involving time value of money, taxes, depreciation, profitability indicators, alternative investment and optimization.
General Education Requirements: Together with BEN 111, BEN 493, & BEN 479, this course satisfies the General Education Ethics requirement.
Prerequisites: BLE 401 and BLE 402 and BLE 403.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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BEN 479 - Bioengineering Design Projects
Application of engineering principles to the solution of complex, open-ended, design problems involving feasibility, analysis, design and optimization of chemical or biological systems, processes, instrumentation and techniques. Emphasis on oral and written communications and working in small design groups.
General Education Requirements: Capstone Experience. Together with BEN 111, BEN 493, & BEN 477, this course satisfies the General Education Ethics requirement.
Prerequisites: BEN 477
Course Typically Offered: Spring.
Credits: 4
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BEN 492 - Design Project
Designed to give students in Bioengineering a supervised design experience. Each student will be required to select and design components and systems for engineering projects identified by the BEN faculty. Requires the student to demonstrate his or her ability to understand and apply scientific principles and engineering knowledge to the solution of real life problems. Lec 1, Lab 8.
General Education Requirements: Capstone Experience and Writing Intensive
Prerequisites: Junior standing in the Biological Engineering curriculum. A minimum of 4 credits must be taken over a period of two or more semesters.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Credits: Ar
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BEN 493 - Bioengineering Seminar
Discussion of recent developments in the bioengineering field, in addition to related fields.
General Education Requirements: Together with BEN 111, BEN 477, & BEN 479, this course satisfies the General Education Ethics requirement.
Prerequisites: Senior standing in Bioengineering, or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Credits: 0-1
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BEN 499 - Undergraduate Thesis
Original investigation of a bioengineering problem. The topic must be chosen prior to the senior year. A committee of at least three faculty members will supervise the thesis and its defense. Maximum of 3-6 accumulated credit hours. (Offered by arrangement).
Course Typically Offered: Fall and Spring
Credits: 1-6
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BLE 497 - Special Problems in Bioengineering
Independent study.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: Ar
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BIO 100 - Basic Biology
An introduction to the following fundamental topics in biology: the structure and function of cells, the molecular basis and mechanisms of genetic inheritance, concepts in evolution, mechanisms of metabolism, and ecology. Open to students in all colleges, but limited to students in programs requiring this course or intending to take additional biology courses. Lec 3, Lab 2.
Students in online lecture sections have an onsite laboratory and an onsite recitation. Lec 3, Lab 2
General Education Requirements: Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 4
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BIO 200 - Biology of Organisms
Introduces functions (physiology) and structures (anatomy, morphology) of animals and plants stressing basic physiological processes and adaptations to the environment. Equal attention is given to plants and animals. Lec 3, Lab 3.
General Education Requirements: Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in BIO 100 or permission
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 4
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BIO 205 - Field Natural History of Maine
The plant and animal life and physical features of aquatic, wetland, and terrestrial ecosystems in Maine, observed during five weekday afternoon field trips and two full single-day trips on separate weekends during the first half of the semester. Each student carries out an independent field natural history project culminating in a research paper during a five-week project period (no classes) in the second half of the semester. The course concludes with a half-day field trip on winter natural history. Lec 2, Field 4.
General Education Requirements: Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences
Prerequisites: C- or better in BIO 100 or SFR 100 or PSE 100
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 4
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BIO 208 - Anatomy and Physiology
An intermediate lecture and laboratory course on the structure of the human body and how it works.
General Education Requirements: Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement.
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in BIO 100 or BMB 280, PHY 122, CHY 122, and CHY 124.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 4
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BIO 223 - Biology: The Living Science Laboratory
A laboratory course focused on examination of the processes and principles of science across disciplines. Exercises are presented from topics such as ecology, evolution and cellular biology. Lab 2.
General Education Requirements: Together with BIO 222, this course satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Science Requirement.
Prerequisites: BIO 222 or concurrently.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 1
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BIO 307 - Introduction to Neuroscience
An introduction to the biology of nervous systems: cellular and molecular biology of excitable tissue, physiology of synapses, histology, neuroanatomy of selected invertebrates and vertebrates, learning, and memory. Lec 3.
Prerequisites: BIO 200 or SMS 201, with a grade of C- or better, or permission
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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BIO 310 - Plant Biology
Examines the structure (morphology, anatomy), function (physiology), reproduction, ecology, and systematic significance of the major groups of plants. Emphasis will be given to the flowering plants and the ecology of the various plant groups. Lec 3, Lab 3. Course will include field trips during class hours.
General Education Requirements: Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement.
Prerequisites: BIO 200 or PSE 100 or SFR 100 or equivalent.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 4
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BIO 319 - General Ecology
Ecological principles for the science major including environmental factors, population ecology, community ecology and ecosystem analysis. Note: Because of overlapping subject matter, this course is not open to students who have taken SMS 300 or WLE 200. Course will include field trips during class hours.
Prerequisites: CHY 122 and BIO 200 or SMS 201, or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
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BIO 326 - General Entomology
Fundamental principles of insect life and the relation of insects to plants, animals, and humans. Laboratory includes a study of structure, and systematics. An insect collection is required. Lec 3, Lab 3. Course will include field trips during class hours.
General Education Requirements: Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences
Prerequisites: BIO 100.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 4
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BIO 327 - Introductory Applied Entomology
An introduction to entomology with emphasis on regulating populations of pest insects and the fundamentals of insect biology which influence insect populations. Laboratory emphasizes identification and sight recognition of insects of importance to ornamental plants and field crops. Course will include field trips during class hours.
General Education Requirements: Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences
Prerequisites: BIO 100 or PSE 100.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 4
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BIO 329 - Vertebrate Biology
An introduction to the classes of vertebrates, their characteristics, evolution, reproduction and locomotion. Emphasis on adaptive aspects of structure and life histories. Lec 3.
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in BIO 200 or in SMS 201.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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BIO 331 - Vertebrate Biology Laboratory
A study of taxonomy of regional vertebrate fauna including structure and function of representatives of vertebrate classes and taxonomy of local vertebrates. Lab 2.
Prerequisites: BIO 329 or concurrently.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 1
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BIO 335 - Human Anatomy
An intermediate course that introduces the study of human anatomy through examination of the structure of the human body and other vertebrates. It emphasizes the relationship between structure and function and encourages the development of skills in dissection and interpretation of anatomical specimens. Intended for students interested in further studies in medicine or pathology.
Prerequisites: BIO 200 or SMS 201
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 4
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BIO 336 - Developmental Biology
Considers the transformation of the fertilized egg into a new adult individual including the concepts of growth and development of organisms. Lec 2, Lab 4. Course will include field trips during class hours.
Prerequisites: BIO 200 or SMS 201
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 4
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BIO 342 - Plants in Our World
Botany and the role plants play in current and historical human society and ecology. Topics in agriculture and forestry including genetic engineering, biodiversity, and plant-based drugs. Course will include field trips during class hours.
General Education Requirements: Population and the Environment
Prerequisites: BIO 200 or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Even Years
Credits: 3
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BIO 350 - Concepts and Applications of Genetics
Introductory course that integrates classical Mendelian genetics with the chromosomal, biochemical and molecular bases of inheritance. It also includes concepts of population biology within the context of genetics and current applications of modern genetic technology in everyday life. Intended for students who may not need to take advanced level classes in molecular biosciences. Students may not receive credit for both BIO 350 and BIO 462.
Prerequisites: C- or better in BIO 100 and Junior Standing.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
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BIO 353 - Invertebrate Zoology
The morphology, ecology, life histories and phylogenetic relationships of non-vertebrate animals, excluding insects and parasites. NOTE: Because of overlap, BIO 353 and SMS 480 cannot both be taken for degree credit. Lec 3, Lab 3. Course will include field trips during class hours.
Prerequisites: BIO 200 or SMS 201
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 4
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BIO 354 - Animal Behavior
Examines broad array of non-human behavior and the underlying physiological and ecological factors that shape its expression.
Prerequisites: C- or better in BIO 200 or in SMS 201.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
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BIO 377 - Medical Physiology
Physiological processes in humans with emphasis on the integration of organ systems. A pre-professional course for pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-graduate school, and exercise physiology students.
Prerequisites: BIO 200 or BIO 208 or SMS 201, and either CHY 122 or BMB 208
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Credits: 3
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BIO 378 - Medical Physiology Laboratory
Experimental analysis of physiological processes. Some animal surgery is involved. Lab 4.
Prerequisites: BIO 377 concurrently or previously and 1 year of chemistry.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 2
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BIO 387 - Undergraduate Research in Biology
Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors who have special interest and qualifications in some branch of applied biological research. (May be repeated for credit until a total of 6 credits have been earned; 3 credits may be used towards the 24 total credits required in the biological science areas.)
Prerequisites: Minimum sophomore standing and departmental consent.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 1-6
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BIO 388 - Research Capstone in Biology
Open to seniors who have special interest and qualifications in some branch of biological research. (May be repeated for credit until a total of 3 credits has been earned.)
General Education Requirements: A total of 3 credits are required to satisfy the General Education Writing Intensive and Capstone Experience Requirements.
Prerequisites: Senior standing and permission of department.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 1-3
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BIO 392 - Independent Study Capstone in Biology
Independent Study. (May be repeated for credit until a total of 3 credits have been earned.)
General Education Requirements: Writing Intensive and Capstone Experience (a total of 3 credits are required).
Prerequisites: Permission of department.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 1-3
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BIO 400 - Biological Sciences Writing Intensive
Designed to supplement existing courses in Biology. Additional writing will be required in conjunction with regular course work providing students with intensive writing in their major discipline. May be repeated for credit up to a total of 4 credit hours.
General Education Requirements: Writing Intensive Requirement.
Prerequisites: Permission; must be taken concurrently with one Biology course.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Credits: 1-2
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BIO 402 - Capstone Experience in Biological Sciences
A senior-year experience for Biology, Botany and Zoology majors that emphasizes important biological concepts by synthesizing and augmenting prior learning. Utilizes class discussions, group participation, readings, formal student classroom presentations and a senior paper. . Lec 3.
General Education Requirements: Writing Intensive and Capstone
Prerequisites: Senior standing in Biology, Botany or Zoology.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
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BIO 405 - Medical Laboratory Methods of Infectious Disease
Examines the medically important parasites causing human infection, associated epidemiology and current laboratory methods employed for diagnosis. The major groups of pathogenic fungi are also discussed, including laboratory procedures for detection and identification. Applications of immunochemical and molecular methods used to diagnose or monitor a variety of infectious disease processes is emphasized. Lec 2, Lab 2.
Prerequisites: BMB 300/BMB 305, BMB 420/BMB 421 suggested. Clinical Laboratory Science majors or Medical Laboratory Science majors only or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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BIO 421 - Introduction to Medical Laboratory Methods
An introduction to basic theory and laboratory practice in clinical hematology and urinalysis, including an introduction to the theory and function of relevant laboratory instruments. Required for Medical Laboratory Science majors.
Prerequisites: BMB 322, BMB 323; Clinical Laboratory Studies or Medical Laboratory Sciences majors only or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 4
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BIO 422 - Clinical Hematology
A comprehensive study of the principles, methodology and pathological states in hematology. Lectures and laboratory practice. (EMMC)
Course Typically Offered: Every Year
Credits: 7
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BIO 423 - Clinical Microbiology
A comprehensive study of the principles and techniques of diagnostic microbiology and parasitology. Lectures and laboratory practice. (EMMC)
Course Typically Offered: Every Year
Credits: 7
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BIO 424 - Clinical Immunohematology
Fundamental techniques of blood grouping and cross-matching proceeding to advanced studies of human blood groups, theory and practice in special problems, and advanced techniques. Lectures and laboratory practice. (EMMC)
Course Typically Offered: Every Year
Credits: 7
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BIO 425 - Clinical Chemistry
Basic techniques of clinical chemistry proceeding to advanced theories and methodology. Includes theory and technique of immunochemistry. Lectures and laboratory practice. (EMMC)
Prerequisites: BIO 421.
Course Typically Offered: Every Year
Credits: 7
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BIO 430 - Ecology and Systematics of Aquatic Insects
Taxonomy, life history and ecology of aquatic insects. Emphasis on role of insects in the structure and function of aquatic ecosystems in both natural and managed settings. Field trips during class hours, research project and collection required. Lec 2, Lab 4.
Prerequisites: BIO 200 or SMS 201 or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Odd Years
Credits: 4
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BIO 431 - Emerging Infectious Diseases
Recent decades have seen a sharp increase in infectious diseases new to humans (e.g., SARS, HIV/AIDS, Zika virus), accompanied by a resurgence of older diseases (e.g., tuberculosis, malaria) as new threats. At the same time, the “golden age” of belief that the war against infectious disease has been won by antibiotics is rapidly fading as pathogens evolve resistance to drug therapies. Emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases (EIDs) greatly concern the scientific, medical, and public health communities and the general public, are inextricably linked to global politics and socio-economic conditions, and arouse controversy, fear, and blame. The goal of this course is to understand EIDs and realistically evaluate the threat to human well-being posed by infectious disease in modern society.
General Education Requirements: Writing Intensive and Capstone
Prerequisites: Junior Standing and BIO 200 or BIO 208
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
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BIO 432 - Biology of the Fungi
Ecology, physiology and classification of the major groups of fungi and their impact on human affairs. Laboratory and fieldwork will emphasize current techniques used to study fungi. (Because of overlap, BIO 432 and BIO 532 cannot both be taken for degree credit.) Course will include field trips during class hours and on weekends.
General Education Requirements: Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences
Prerequisites: BIO 100 and BIO 200 and sophomore or higher standing; or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Odd Years
Credits: 4
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BIO 433 - Mammalogy
Considers the characteristics, functional anatomy, behavior and ecology of mammals. Lectures, laboratory study and field trips. Lec 3, Lab 3.
Prerequisites: BIO 329 or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Spring, Even Years
Credits: 4
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BIO 434 - Avian Biology and Ecology
Advanced discussion of the characteristics, functional morphology, behavior, evolution, biogeography, and ecology of birds. Lectures and an independent project. Lec 3.
Prerequisites: MAT 232 and BIO 200 or SMS 201, and either BIO 319 or WLE 200 or SMS 300 or permission
Course Typically Offered: Spring, Odd Years
Credits: 3
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BIO 437 - Avian Biology and Ecology Laboratory
This field and laboratory course emphasizes field skills critical for the investigation of wild birds. Its primary focus is on species identification and phylogenetic relationships, but students will also explore avian anatomy (and how it relates to identification and phylogeny) and will design and execute a simple study to answer an ecological question using real data gathered by the class (and past classes). Includes one required all day field trip on a weekend.
Prerequisites: BIO 434 or concurrently
Course Typically Offered: Spring, Odd Years
Credits: 1
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BIO 438 - Morphogenesis in Development and Disease
Analysis of interacting systems in normal development and metastatic cancer and neuromuscular diseases. Study of regulation of morphogenesis and differentiation at the organ, tissue and cellular levels, with emphasis on experimental approaches towards problems in development, cancer biology, and neuromuscular diseases.
General Education Requirements: Capstone and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites: BIO 200 or SMS 201 and Junior or Senior Standing
Course Typically Offered: Spring, Odd Years
Credits: 3
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BIO 441 - Microscopy
Principles of operation and practical application of equipment and techniques used to image and analyze the very small. Covers microscopy by light (conventional, laser, near-field), electron (transmission and scanning), ion, and scanning-probe instruments, and techniques for microanalysis of atomic and chemical composition and analysis of micrographs. Emphasis on, but not limited to, biological material. Lec 3, Lab 1.
Prerequisites: One year (two semesters) of chemistry and one year (two semesters) of physics and one year (two semesters) of biology
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 4
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BIO 447 - Experimental Ecology
An advanced course in ecology that uses an experimental approach to explore concepts shaping terrestrial and aquatic systems at individual, population, community, ecosystem and landscape scales. Explores the design, implementation, analysis and presentation of experiments through hands-on student projects, lectures, writing assignments and literature discussions. Note: BIO 447 and BIO 547 cannot both be taken for degree credit. Lec 2 Lab 6.
General Education Requirements: Writing Intensive and Capstone
Prerequisites: BIO 319 or BIO 463 or BIO 468 or SFR 407 or SMS 300 or SMS 352 or SMS 475 or WLE 200 or WLE 423 .
Course Typically Offered: Not Regularly Offered
Credits: 4
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BIO 450 - Histology
Microscopic anatomy of animal tissues. Lec 2, Lab 4. Course will include field trips during class hours.
General Education Requirements: Capstone and Writing Intensive
Prerequisites: Junior standing and BIO 200 or BIO 208 or SMS 201 or permission
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 4
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BIO 452 - Plant Physiology
Physiological processes in plants, with emphasis on water relations, mineral nutrition and physiological ecology. Lec 3.
Prerequisites: BIO 100 and one year of chemistry; BIO 200 recommended.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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BIO 463 - River Ecology
An introduction to the ecology of rivers with emphasis on the role of physical and biological factors in controlling ecosystem processes and how these processes are influenced by human activities. Field trips and research projects required. Lec 2, Lab 4.
General Education Requirements: Capstone and Writing Intensive
Prerequisites: BIO 319 or SMS 300 or WLE 200 or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Variable
Credits: 4
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BIO 464 - Taxonomy of Vascular Plants
The primary emphasis is identification of major families and genera of flowering plants. Topics relating to the origin of plant diversity - phylogeny, evolution, pollination, hybridization, biogeography, and the flora of Maine - are also considered. Lec 2, Rec 1, Lab 2. Course will include field trips during class hours.
General Education Requirements: Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences
Prerequisites: BIO 200 or SFR 100 or PSE 100.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 4
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BIO 465 - Evolution
The origin and development of evolutionary theory and the mechanisms which bring about the genetic differentiation of groups of organisms. Lec 3.
Prerequisites: BIO 100.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
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BIO 468 - Lake Ecology
The ecology of inland waters, with emphasis on the physical, chemical and biological characteristic of lakes. Lec 3.
Prerequisites: BIO 200 and CHY 122/124 or BMB 208/210; BIO 319 or SMS 300 or WLE 200 recommended.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Odd Years
Credits: 3
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BIO 474 - Neurobiology
Focuses on the organization and function of the nervous systems in various animals. Specifically addresses how single nerve cells function; how groups of neurons interact; how systems of neurons provide brain function and behavior. Sensory and motor system interplay will be emphasized. Note: Because of overlap, BIO 474 and BIO 574 cannot be taken for degree credit.
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in BIO 200 or in SMS 201, and CHY 122, and PHY 112 or PHY 121 or permission.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
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BIO 476 - Paleoecology
Explores how paleoecology is used to expand the temporal scale over which ecologists pose and investigate questions. Explores how climate change has affected terrestrial and freshwater systems over the Quaternary, and how lake ecosystems have changed in recent centuries. NOTE: Because of overlap, BIO 476 and BIO 572 cannot both be taken for degree credit. Lec 3, Lab 3.
Prerequisites: BIO 319 or BIO 468 or SFR 407 or SMS 300 or SMS 352 or WLE 200.
Course Typically Offered: Spring, Even Years
Credits: 4
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BIO 479 - Endocrinology
A comparative survey of vertebrate endocrine pathways, including hormone synthesis and regulation, associated with a wide array of animal behaviors, including courtship, parental care, dispersal, foraging, and migration. This course complements BIO 354 and BIO 524.
Prerequisites: BIO 377 or BIO 208 or SMS 485, and either BMB 280 or BIO 480 or BMB 300 or BMB 322 or permission
Course Typically Offered: Variable
Credits: 3
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BIO 480 - Cell Biology
Examines the fundamental cellular, sub-cellular and molecular characteristics of cells with emphasis on structure and function of organelle systems common to eukaryotic cells. Note: Because of overlap, BIO 480 and BIO 580 cannot both be taken for degree credit. Lec 3.
General Education Requirements: Capstone Experience and Writing Intensive Requirements if taken together with BIO 483.
Prerequisites: BIO 200 or BIO 208 or SMS 201, and either CHY 252 or BMB 322.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
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BIO 481 - Seminar in the Biological Sciences I
Literature reviews and focused studies of topics selected from current biological research.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Summer
Credits: 1-3
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BIO 483 - Cell Biology Laboratory
A laboratory course consisting of exercises employing techniques commonly utilized in cell biological research, with an emphasis on mammalian cell culture, cellular energetics, and skills essential for a career involving cell biology lab work.
Note: Because of overlap, BIO 483 and BIO 583 cannot both be taken for degree credit.
General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience and Writing Intensive Requirements if taken together with BIO 480.
Prerequisites: BIO 480 or concurrently.
Course Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 2
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BIO 496 - Field Experience in Biological Sciences
Students work as field botanists pursuant to an authorized activity or research project.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Summer
Credits: 1-6
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BUA 101 - Introduction to Business
Covers the basic functional areas of business, including finance, management,
marketing management information systems, and accounting. For first-year business majors
only.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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BUA 201 - Principles of Financial Accounting
This is an introduction to the organization, presentation and use of financial accounting information. Students will understand the elements of the accounting system - assets, liabilities, equity, revenues, expenses and dividends. Emphasis is on acquiring familiarity with the double-entry system and gaining an understanding of the purposes and uses of the information found within the income statement, balance sheet, statement of stockholder’s equity and the statement of cash flows.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing or Accounting Majors
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Credits: 3
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BUA 202 - Principles of Managerial Accounting
This course is an introduction to the use and preparation of accounting information for management decision-making and analysis. It includes techniques that can be used by all businesses in evaluating, planning and controlling operations. The course focuses on how manufacturing costs are accounted for and used to make business decisions, the nature of cost-volume-profit relationships and the contribution margin approach to decision making, preparation and use of budgets and financial statements for a manufacturing company. It includes an introduction to job order and standard costing systems.
Prerequisites: BUA 201 with a C- or higher.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Credits: 3
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BUA 220 - The Legal Environment of Business
An examination of fundamental legal concepts and their application to the business community. Considers the evolution of law and its underlying conceptual framework from which legal rules and principles of business develop. Selected legal cases will be critically analyzed and discussed.
General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Ethics Requirements. Must be taken in series with BUA 449 to meet Ethics requirement. Neither course alone fulfills the requirement.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Credits: 3
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BUA 235 - Information Systems and Technology for Business
Provides an overview of current and emerging technologies used in organizations today. All business majors should understand the technological infrastructure underlying information systems of the firm including system components, databases, networking, telecommunications, e-commerce and distributed systems. The course focuses on using information systems and technologies to enhance the competitive position of the firm, enabling managers to make better decisions and solve business problems. A minimum grade of C- is required in this course.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Credits: 3
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BUA 267 - Database Management
Introduction to technical and managerial issues associated with databases. Topics include structured query language (SQL) and database usage in decision making.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing and BUA 235
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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BUA 270 - Marketing
Introduces students to the concepts, analyses, and activities that comprise marketing strategy and tactics, and provides practice in assessing and solving strategic and tactical problems in marketing. The course is a foundation for advanced courses in marketing. Topics include: marketing strategy (segmentation, targeting and positioning), market environmental analysis, consumer behavior, marketing research, product management, pricing, marketing communications, and channels of distribution.
Prerequisites: Business, Economics or Financial Economic Major or Declared Business Minor and Sophomore Standing and ECO 120
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Credits: 3
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BUA 290 - Introduction to Topics in Business
Introduces students to areas in management, marketing, accounting, finance, entrepreneurship, international business and management of information systems. Special topics ma include areas such as business leadership, digital security, financial management, business accounting, teamwork, cloud computing, new global markets, and social media marketing. This course may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: First-year or Second-year Standing and BUA Major or Minor
Course Typically Offered: Alternate Years
Credits: 1-3
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BUA 301 - Intermediate Accounting I
An examination of the conceptual framework underlying financial accounting, as well as an in-depth look at accounting for assets and the statement of cash flows. While heavily mechanical, attention will be devoted to the economic environment in which financial accountants work, as well as the incentives and consequences associated with specific accounting choices.
Prerequisites: BUA 202, sophomore standing.
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
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