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HTY 232 - Civil War and Reconstruction
This course examines the circumstances leading up to the American Civil War, the war itself, and the era of Reconstruction. The political, economic, social, and cultural factors will be given careful consideration, along with military developments. UNITED STATES CONCENTRATION. Course Typically Offered: Every 3 years.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HTY 233 - America’s Age of Expansion, 1783-1848
From the first days of the Early Republic through the Mexican War, America grew exponentially in terms of territory, population, industry, and culture, a process that literally and figuratively transformed the nation and its people. The central themes of the course include the displacement of native peoples; the rise of the Cotton Kingdom; the first industrial revolution; the ideologies of politics, race, and gender; the technologies of power and production; and demographic and economic transformation. UNITED STATES CONCENTRATION. Course Typically Offered: Every 3 years.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HTY 240 - Maine History
Social, economic, cultural, and political history of Maine from pre-contact to the present, with an emphasis on the various peoples who have inhabited the state, including Native Americans and those of French ancestry as well as other ethnic and racial groups. Maine’s connection to larger historical events and trends as well as its uniqueness are also key components of this course. UNITED STATES CONCENTRATION. Course Typically Offered: Every 3 years.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HTY 256 - Classical Greece and Rome
Although Rome borrowed heavily from Greek culture, these two civilizations differed from each other in significant ways. This class will explore the development and central features of each and the complex issue of “influence” of Greece on Rome. What models and ideas did the Romans take from the Greeks, and how did they adapt them for their own use? What were the challenges, successes, and innovations that characterize each civilization? What values, questions, and cultural products emerged from both? Students will have the opportunity to pursue their own interests in addition to our common coursework. GLOBAL CONCENTRATION Course Typically Offered: Every 2 years.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HTY 265 - History of U.S. Immigration
Why do people come here? How do they come? What are their legal options? What impact do immigrants have on the country? What is it like to uproot your life and settle in the United States? Take this course and find out! Students will learn about the history of immigration to the U.S. and U.S. asylum laws and practices, including the past and current experiences of immigrants and their communities. The wide variety of readings will include first-person narratives. UNITED STATES CONCENTRATION Course Typically Offered: Every 2 years.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HTY 277 - Topics in History
The study of specific topics in history focusing on areas of expertise of the history faculty. Some examples would include Women at Work, Farmington After 200 Years, War and Society, etc. Concentration depends on content. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HTY 351 - American Legal History
This course is designed as an introduction to American legal history from colonial times to the end of the nineteenth century. Balancing primary and secondary sources, students will examine developments in legal and constitutional ideology, the formation and adaptation of specific legal institutions, and the law’s role in regulating economic life and social relations. We will be anchoring our analyses of the law’s history in the larger social and economic contexts of American history. As we do so, we will attempt to understand both the complex relationship between law and society and the ways that this relationship changes over time. UNITED STATES CONCENTRATION Course Typically Offered: Every 2 years.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or permission from instructor.
Credits: 3
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HTY 353 - Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Covers this conflict from the first stirrings of nationalism on both sides in the 19th century until the present time. Topics include early Zionism, Ottoman rule, the impact of World War I on the region, the British Mandate period, the impact of World War II and the wars of 1948, along with the Suez crisis of 1956 and the wars in 1967, 1973, 1982, and the Intifadas. Course will also cover peace efforts and the political developments among Israelis and Palestinians. GLOBAL CONCENTRATION. Course Typically Offered: Every 3 years.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HTY 377 - Topics in History
The study of topics in history focusing on areas of expertise of the history faculty. Topics would be similar to those listed for HTY 277 but on a more advanced level. Concentration depends on content. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HTY 396 - Internship in History
The internship experience requires the application of prior academic History course work. Proposals should be developed in consultation with a faculty member and submitted in writing to the Chairperson of the Division of Social Sciences and Business for approval prior to registration. Upon the conclusion of the internship, the student must submit a comprehensive report on the experience to the supervising faculty member. Multiple or repeat registrations which are allowed, to a maximum of 15 credits earned. For example, no student may thus enroll for more than five 3-credit internships. Credits will be allowed on the basis of 32 hours of fieldwork per credit. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail option Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credits: 1-15
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HTY 397 - Independent Study in History
The intermediate or advanced student will work under the direction of a faculty member on a topic chosen by mutual agreement. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail option
Prerequisite(s): Completed independent study form. Concentration depends on content.
Credits: 3
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HTY 410 - History Capstone
This is a course designed to be a culminating experience for students with a history major or specialization. The course concentrates on historiography, research design, primary and secondary research, analysis, and research writing in history. Students, in consultation with the instructor of record, will write a formal thesis, curate a public history exhibit, or complete another comparable project. Required of all history majors. Course Typically Offered: Every spring.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or permission from instructor.
Credits: 3
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HTY 477 - Topics in History
The study of a specialized topic not offered in the usual curriculum. Concentration depends on content. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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Honors |
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HON 100 - Honors Writing Seminar
Limited enrollment course designed to facilitate students’ transition to academic writing for college. The focus is on developing college writing ability, using readings, discussion, and research as material for writing. Assignments range from personal narrative to analysis and reasoned argument. Each section has a topic, which changes semester to semester and indicates the kind of reading and thematic exploration students will do as they work on their writing. Equivalent to ENG 100 . Student cannot take both. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HON 101 - First Year Seminar in Honors
In this course, first year students in the Honors Program explore connections between important ideas throughout history and contemporary life. Students will examine the applicability and implications of historical ideas for today’s understanding of history, science, politics, literature, the arts and/or other disciplines. Course counts as an FYS. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Honors Program or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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HON 120 - History Road Trip
This course examines the process by which historical figures and events are commemorated and memorialized. Maine’s monuments will serve as our case study. Over four weeks, we will visit 8 monuments across the state to analyze the historical figures being memorialized and the era in which the memorials were built. Local experts will be on hand to discuss the various monuments and to recommend archives that might help unpack the process by which history and memory become part of the built environment. In travel days, we will hold our seminar en route to and from the memorial. These “traveling seminars” may be recorded, edited, and posted online as a podcast. Non-travel days will be dedicated to analyzing theoretical texts on commemoration, reading case studies of monuments in other locations, and interviewing historians well-versed in the process of commemoration. Course Typically Offered: Every other May term.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HON 175 - World Affairs Camden Conference
Each year a conference is organized in Camden, Maine on a selected topic related to world affairs. Recent themes have ranged from the Global Refugee Crisis to the Rise of China as a Superpower. Presentations at the Conference feature experts from the worlds of diplomacy, journalism, business, and academia. Students will read and discuss materials related to the conference theme in preparation for the conference. Students can retake this for a total of 4 times; the theme of the conference and thus the content of the course changes annually. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail option Course Typically Offered: Every spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HON 180 - Interdisciplinary Science
An Honors level interdisciplinary science course. Course Typically Offered: Every fall.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Honors Program or permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit, but will fulfill general education requirements only if scientific disciplines are different.
Credits: 4
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HON 190 - The Natural Beauty of Mathematics
This course aims to explore the interplay of a number of different branches of mathematics beyond the typical 100-level math course, while requiring no more than a basic high school knowledge of mathematics (high school algebra and geometry should suffice). Students will gain a basic knowledge of these math topics and will make connections among the different branches and the application to other subjects. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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HON 277 - Special Topics
Courses offered under this heading are offered only once and focus on subjects that vary according to instructor. Examples are Japan Pop, The Post- Human, Children’s Relationship with Nature, Literature of Asperger Syndrome, etc. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Honors Program or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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HON 305 - Honors Enhancement
Noncredit honors course for students opting for honors enhancement. Students will enroll in the course that is being enhanced and Honors 305 concurrently. Upon successful completion of the enhancement, students will receive honors credits for the enhanced course. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail only Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 0
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HON 377 - Advanced Topics in Honors
Courses under this heading are offered only once. They are intended for advanced students in the Honors Program. Topic varies according to instructor(s). Examples of previous topics include Truthiness in North American History, Seminar in Linguistics, Asia’s New Superpowers: India and China, and Theories of Computation. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Honors Program and one previous Honors course or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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HON 397 - Independent Study in Honors
An opportunity for honors students to pursue independent study in appropriate topics. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Honors Program, approval of the Honors Director, and permission of a faculty member who will direct the study. Completion of Independent Study Form.
Credits: 3
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HON 477 - Topics in Honors
The study of a specialized topic not offered in the usual curriculum. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Varies with topics.
Credits: 3
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HON 497 - Independent Study in Honors
An opportunity for honors students to pursue independent study in appropriate topics. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Honors Program, approval of the Honors Director, and permission of a faculty member who will direct the study. Completion of Independent Study Form.
Credits: 3
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HON 499 - Honors Capstone
Each student in the Honors Program who meets eligibility requirements is encouraged to complete an Honors Capstone, earning the title of University Honors Scholar. The capstone can be a thesis, a creative project, or a service project. The student must have a faculty advisor, and the capstone must be presented to and defended before the Honors Council. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail only Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Honors Program, a minimum of 12 other Honors credits, and approval of the Honors Council and Director. Completion of Honors Capstone Study Form.
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INS 100 - Introduction to International and Global Studies (Social Science)
This course introduces the field of international and global studies. Integrating various disciplines, but with an emphasis on the social sciences, we explore knowledge and concepts that engage with pressing global and international issues. The particular content of the course varies by semester. Course Typically Offered: Every fall.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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INS 101 - Introduction to International & Global Studies (Humanities)
In this course, students will develop an appreciation for key issues and questions in the interdisciplinary field of International and Global Studies. Topics covered will vary according to the instructor and may include globalization, migration, (post)colonialism, (trans)nationalism, human rights, language, and diasporic identity. A variety of texts, representing literature, film, art, philosophy and religion, will be geo-historically situated and examined alongside relevant humanities and social science research and digital media. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail option Course Typically Offered: Every 2 years.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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INS 277 - Topics in International and Global Studies
The study of a specialized topic in IGS not offered in the usual curriculum. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic.
Credits: 3
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INS 280 - Explorations Abroad
In this interdisciplinary course, students will study various aspects of a foreign culture, travel to another country, and meet in seminars to discuss their observations and reflect upon their experiences. Each student will communicate his/her new understandings through an appropriate medium such as: a collection of reflective writings, sketches, photo essay, web site, or multimedia presentation. May be repeated up to a total of 6 credits. Fees A trip fee will be charged in addition to tuition. Course Typically Offered: Every 3 years.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing and permission of the instructor.
Credits: 1-3
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INS 377 - Topics in International and Global Studies
The study of a specialized topic in IGS not offered in the usual curriculum. Course Typically Offered: Varies
Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic.
Credits: 3
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INS 397 - Independent Study
This course is designed to permit students to conduct an independent research project related to International and Global Studies. The research may be related to an IGS major’s capstone but not in place of it. All students conducting research involving human subjects must receive prior research approval. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail option Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
Credits: 1-3
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INS 400 - Capstone in International and Global Studies
This course will be cross-listed with an appropriate capstone course relating to International and Global issues. It is designed to provide a capstone experience for students with an International and Global Studies major. The students will produce original research on a topic in International and Global studies. They will provide a mid-semester plan and present their final research to the International and Global Studies Council. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.
Credits: 3
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JPN 110 - Modern Japanese Society
Japan is a country of contradictions. It is a small island nation with immense economic and cultural influence. Modern in so many ways, its society is often constrained by engrained traditions. Despite the limitations of a pacifistic constitution, it remains an important regional military power and ally to the U. S. Once considered a serious rival to the United States at the end of the late 1980’s, Japan has since become a shell of its former economic self, including a recession that has lasted for over two decades. This course is an exploration of Japanese culture and the important economic, societal, and historical issues the nation continues to wrestle with in the aftermath of the massive earthquake and tsunami that struck in March 2011. Course Typically Offered: Every summer
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MEP 100 - Introduction to Engineering
This course is intended for students in the Maine Engineering Pathways Program. It provides an introduction to the engineering profession and the preparation needed to become an engineer. The major branches of engineering will be described including biomedical, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, mechanical, and engineering technology. Students will practice engineering skills through a small design project. There are two field trips one local and one to either to the University of Maine College of Engineering or the University of Southern Maine Department of Engineering.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 1
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Mathematics |
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MAT 010 - Basic Math
Non-credit math/algebra review leading to MAT 011 or MAT 103 . Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail only. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Placement test results or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 0
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MAT 011 - Basic Algebra
Non-credit algebra review leading Intermediate Algebra, MAT 100 or MAT 120 . Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail only Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): Placement test results, MAT 010 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 0
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MAT 100 - Introduction to Mathematics
Introduction to some of the important concepts and ideas of mathematics from a modern point of view. Course not intended as preparation for further study of college mathematics. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MAT 104 - Geometry and Measurement for Elementary Teachers
This class will examine mathematical knowledge for teaching geometry. Focus will be on elementary school mathematics, examined through the lens of teaching. Students will engage with research-based student and teacher practices to develop their own geometric thinking and to learn how to support the development of geometric thinking in elementary school children. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MAT 105 - Data, Statistics, and Probability for Elementary Teachers
This class will examine mathematical knowledge for teaching in the content areas of measurement and data, statistics, and probability. Focus will be on elementary school mathematics, examined through the lens of teaching. Students will engage with research-based student and teacher practices to develop their own data literacy and to learn how to support the development of data literacy in elementary school children. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MAT 120 - Introductory Statistics
An introduction to inferential statistics, including descriptive statistics, joint and conditional probability, normal distributions, parameter estimation, sampling distributions of continuous and binomial populations, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing for means and proportions, and extended topics as time permits which may include two-sample t-tests, contingency tables, or regression and correlation. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MAT 132 - Precalculus
Rational, quadratic, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions are presented. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): Three years of high school mathematics.
Credits: 3
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MAT 141 - Calculus I
Introduction to the basic concepts of limit, differentiation, and integration; study of their applications to problems in rates of change, extrema, and area between curves. Includes both rational and transcendental functions. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 4
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MAT 151 - Mathematical Proof
This course will focus on constructing sentence-style proofs for direct, contradiction, contrapositive, and inductive proofs. Topics include sets, number theory, functions, relations, and cardinality. Course Typically Offered: Every spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MAT 160 - Mathematical Modeling
This course is designed to introduce students to the process of mathematical modeling. Students will learn to start with real-world problems and formulate them into mathematical statements (models), analyze models to make conclusions, assess the validity and accuracy of models relative to the context of the problem, and, communicate their findings to a general audience. Students will participate in small group projects and use a variety of technology for visualization, simulation, and/or computing. Problems will come from everyday sources involving life, work, and decision-making such as social networks, finance, sustainability, climate science, and social justice. Mathematical content will be rooted in concepts from middle school and high school mathematics curriculums; and, may include topics such as functions, graphs, systems of equations, difference equations, dynamical systems, geometry, statistics, and matrix operations. Course Typically Offered: Every spring.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MAT 197 - Introductory Independent Study in Mathematics
An opportunity to pursue selected topics under the supervision of a faculty member. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
Credits: 1-3
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MAT 228 - Applied Statistics for Non-Math Majors
This course covers basic data management tools, exploratory data analysis, and statistical prediction models for numeric and categorical data and is intended for those who are not majoring in mathematics or secondary mathematics education. Students may not receive credit for both MAT 228 and MAT 328 . Course Typically Offered: Every spring.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 120 .
Credits: 3
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MAT 241 - Calculus III
Multivariable calculus including vectors; analytic geometry of planes, surfaces, and solids; functions of several variables and partial differentiation; multiple integrals; line and surface integrals; and Green’s and Stokes’ theorems. Course Typically Offered: Every fall.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 142 .
Credits: 4
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MAT 251 - Linear Algebra
Introduction to linear algebra and its applications. Topics will include matrix operations, systems of linear equations, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, orthogonality, eigenvalues, and the use of mathematical software. Course Typically Offered: Every spring.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 141 .
Credits: 3
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MAT 275 - History of Mathematics
The history of mathematics from antiquity to the twentieth century, with emphasis placed on the major developments of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. Problems will be solved in the historical context. The cultures in which mathematics developed will also be discussed. Course Typically Offered: Every fall.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 141 .
Credits: 3
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MAT 277 - Elementary Topics in Mathematics
Each time this course is offered a mathematical topic will be chosen which requires college mathematical experience. The topics which will be covered will be the ones which are not covered in the regular course offerings of the division. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): 8 credits in mathematics.
Credits: 3
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MAT 304 - College Geometry
This course is an exploration in Euclidean and Non-Euclidean geometries. Emphasis will be placed on axiomatic method and proof, transformations and congruence, the significance of the parallel postulate, and proving fundamental results such as the Pythagorean theorem. Historical perspectives and real-life applications of geometry will be included. Course Typically Offered: Every spring.
Prerequisite(s): 10 credits in MAT including MAT 141 .
Credits: 3
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MAT 313 - Introduction to Abstraction
This class is intended to introduce future elementary teachers to the abstract underpinnings of our number system and mathematical operations. Course Typically Offered: Odd fall.
Prerequisite(s): 12 credits of MAT courses.
Credits: 3
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MAT 325 - Interest Theory
A rigorous, calculus-based treatment of the Theory of Interest, including simple and compound interest, present and future value, annuities, bonds and other securities, yield rates, amortization schedules and sinking funds, yield curves, portfolios, cash flow duration, immunization, and practical applications. This course prepares students for a majority of the content on the Society of Actuaries FM examination. Course Typically Offered: Even spring.
Prerequisite(s): C- in MAT 142 .
Credits: 3
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MAT 328 - Statistical Models
Exploratory data analysis and statistical modeling for regression and classification problems, including variable selection, model evaluation, predictive analytics, training and testing datasets, cross-validation, and misclassification rates. Students may not receive credit for both MAT 228 and MAT 328. Course Typically Offered: Odd spring.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 220 and MAT 251 (MAT 251 may be taken concurrently).
Credits: 3
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MAT 333 - Graph Theory and Combinatorics
The two areas of Mathematics considered in this course highlight the interplay between different parts of Mathematics. The elementary and sophisticated counting methods of Combinatorics elucidate properties of Graphs while the Theory of Graphs stimulates and provides insights into counting methods. Applications to the understanding of problems are an integral part of the course. Course Typically Offered: Odd spring.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 141 .
Credits: 3
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MAT 352 - Abstract Algebra
An introduction to the algebraic structure of groups, rings, and fields. Course Typically Offered: Every fall.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 151 and 9 credits of other MAT courses numbered MAT 141 or higher.
Credits: 3
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MAT 371 - Mathematical Probability
An introduction to Probability using the tools learned in courses through Calculus. Combinatorial and integral methods will be used to calculate probabilities and expectations of functions of random variables. There will be discussion of Discrete and Continuous Probability Distributions including Binomial, Poisson, Normal, Gamma and Multivariate Distributions. Course Typically Offered: Every fall.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 142 .
Credits: 3
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MAT 377 - Intermediate Topics in Mathematics
Each time this course is offered a mathematical topic will be chosen which requires college mathematical experience. The topics which will be offered will be ones which are not covered in the regular course offerings of the division. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): 12 credits in mathematics.
Credits: 3
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MAT 381 - Actuarial Probability
This course provides an introduction to the basic probabilistic principles of insurance and risk management. The topics of probability theory are applied to solve problems found in insurance and risk management applications. A problem solving approach will be adopted to provide preparation for Exam P/1, the first actuarial exam. Course Typically Offered: Odd spring.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 371 at UMF, or a calculus-based probability course from a different university.
Credits: 3
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MAT 396 - Internship in Mathematics
This course provides the student with an in-depth experience in practical applications in mathematics. The experience may include work for a social or governmental agency or for business or industry. Proposals should be developed in consultation with a faculty member and submitted in writing to the division chair for approval. At the conclusion of the work period, the student submits a comprehensive report on the experience to the supervising faculty member. The course may be repeated for up to a total of 15 credits; each repetition must be a different proposal. Credits will generally reflect 32 work hours for each credit. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of the supervising faculty member and the Division Chairperson.
Credits: 1-15
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MAT 397 - Intermediate Independent Study in Mathematics
An opportunity to pursue independent study in a selected mathematics topics under the direction of a faculty member. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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MAT 404 - Real Analysis
This course is a rigorous re-examination of the calculus of a single variable. Topics include the structure of the real numbers, limits, continuity, differentiation, sequences, series, and integration. Course Typically Offered: Odd fall.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 142 and MAT 151 .
Credits: 3
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MAT 477 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics
Each time this course is offered, an advanced mathematical topic will be chosen which requires extensive college mathematics experience. The topics which will be covered will be ones which are not covered in the regular course offerings of the division. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): 16 credits in mathematics including MAT 141 .
Credits: 3
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MAT 497 - Advanced Independent Study in Mathematics
An opportunity to pursue independent study in a selected mathematics topics under the direction of a faculty member. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): 20 hours of mathematics and permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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Music |
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MUS 101 - Fundamentals of Music
Presuming no previous musical knowledge, this course is an introduction to reading and writing music. Students will analyze examples from a wide range of cultural traditions and historical periods as they learn the basics of music theory, engage in meaningful discourse about music, and write their own musical compositions. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MUS 110 - Chorus
Singing ensemble open to all college students. Rehearsal and performance of a wide range of choral music. May be repeated for up to a total of eight credits. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail only Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 1
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MUS 113 - Instrumental Ensembles
This course is for students interested in playing in an ensemble (band, orchestra, jazz, other ensemble configurations). The conductor will contact students in advance of the semester with details about the ensembles and performances. No audition required. May be repeated up to a total of eight credits. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 1
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MUS 120 - Beginning Applied Music
Beginning level private lessons in voice or on an instrument. One credit is given for 12 half-hour lessons per semester or two credits for 12 one-hour lessons per semester; may be repeated up to a total of four credits. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail option Fees Additional fee charged for lessons. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): Students must register through the office of the Division of the Arts.
Credits: 1-2
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MUS 121 - Piano Class I
Piano lessons in a group setting using electronic keyboards. Students will develop the ability to read music and play simple pieces with proper technique, as well as learn basic music theory. Fees A course fee will be charged in addition to tuition. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 2
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MUS 122 - Piano Class II
Piano lessons in a group setting using electronic keyboards. This course is a continuation of MUS 121 . Fees A course fee will be charged in addition to tuition. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 121 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 2
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MUS 123 - Group Instrumental Lessons
Students study an instrument in twelve one-hour lessons over the semester. The group class usually consists of three to five students with the instructor. May be taken up to a total of four credits. Fees Additional fee charged for lessons. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): Students must register through the office of the Division of the Arts.
Credits: 2
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MUS 124 - Group Voice Lessons
Students study voice in twelve one-hour lessons over the semester. The group class usually consists of three to five students with the instructor. May be taken up to a total of four credits. Fees Additional fee charged for the lessons. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): Students must register through the office of the Division of the Arts.
Credits: 2
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MUS 160 - Global Perspectives in Music
This course explores why and how humans make music meaningful and useful in their lives through close examination of specific case studies representing musical traditions from around the world. Discussion will focus on shared cultural concepts about music, physical and verbal behavior in relation to music, aesthetics and the interrelationship of the arts, the process of composition, and music as symbolic behavior, with an emphasis on listening, analysis, and hands-on music making. No previous knowledge or experience with music is required. Course Typically Offered: Every 2 years.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MUS 177 - Topics in Music
This course allows for the inclusion of electives in other areas of music interest not covered by other courses. (e.g., single artist or topic). Specific topics to be covered and course availability are variable. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic.
Credits: 3
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MUS 204 - Improvised Music in Theory and Practice
This class is open to instrumentalists of all skill levels on any instrument. At the end of the day, all music is played by ear. In this course we will explore various approaches to improvising music with a focus on the creation of your own spontaneous musical works. The class is not specific to any genre and the ability to read music is not required. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MUS 208 - Making Original Music I
This course is centered around creating your own original music. With an emphasis on workshops, each student will develop a small body of work, culminating in a public performance. Collaborations within the class will be encouraged. All styles/genres are welcome!. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MUS 220 - Intermediate Applied Music
Intermediate-level private lessons in voice or on an instrument. Two credits for 12 one-hour lessons per semester; may be repeated up to a total of eight credits. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of audition and permission of the music faculty. Students must register through the office of the Division of the Arts.
Credits: 1-2
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MUS 259 - Music on Screen
Film, television, and video games all have a close relationship with music. This course explores the history, theory, and practice behind setting music to pictures, across all media, and covers aesthetics and examples from 1900 to the present. Previous experience in music is not required; however, the class centers on the creation of student works, so an openness to experimentation is essential. Course Typically Offered: Every 2 years.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore status or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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MUS 265 - Sound as Art
This course will explore the history, theory, and practice behind myriad approaches to the use of sound as an artistic material. Topics will include field recording, audio processing, and synthesis, with a focus on the creation of student works. A musical background is not required, but an openness to experimentation is critical. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MUS 277 - Topics in Music
Intensive study of a specific musical topic not covered in another course. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic.
Credits: 3
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MUS 300 - Creative Arts Management
Students will investigate the numerous aesthetic and practical components of arts management from the perspective of independent artists as well as non-profit arts organizations. We will examine differing approaches to duties such as publicity, marketing, grant writing, pitching, etc. from both theoretical and practical standpoints. Course Typically Offered: Every other year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MUS 308 - Making Original Music II
This course is centered around creating your own original music. With an emphasis on workshops, each student will develop a small body of work, culminating in a public performance. Collaborations within the class will be encouraged. All styles/genres are welcome! Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 208
Credits: 3
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MUS 320 - Advanced Applied Music
Advanced-level private lessons in voice or on an instrument. Two credits for 12 one-hour lessons per semester; may be repeated up to a total of eight credits. Fees Additional fee charged for the lessons. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of audition and permission of the music faculty.
Credits: 2
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MUS 377 - Topics in Music
Intensive study of a specific musical topic not covered in another course. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic.
Credits: 3
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MUS 396 - Performing Arts Internship or Field Work Experience
This course is an internship or field work project that is in an arts related field. The course is intended to be used for students who are already engaged in an arts related degree and who could benefit from exposure to practical problems relating to the student’s academic major. The experience may include work for a social or governmental agency, an individual, a campus arts facility, or for business or industry. Proposals, as well as confirmation from the potential internship supervisor should be developed in consultation with a faculty member and submitted to the department chair prior to registration. Credits will be allowed on the basis of 32 work hours for each credit. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail only Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission.
Credits: 1-3
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MUS 397 - Independent Study in Music
Independent work on a special project of the student’s choice under the supervision of a member of the music faculty. Acceptance of the proposal by the faculty member must precede registration. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Sixteen credits of music courses and permission of the instructor. Completed Independent Study form.
Credits: 1-3
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MUS 400 - The Creative Project
The senior capstone, The Creative Project is designed to culminate a student’s work in the Performing Arts major. The Project can be interdisciplinary where students incorporate work learned in a minor in a field outside the Performing Arts major. Although students usually work individually, collaborations are an option. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): MUS /THE 300, or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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MUS 477 - Topics in Music
The study of a specialized topic not offered in the usual curriculum. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic.
Credits: 3
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MUS 497 - Independent Study in Music
Independent work on a special project of the student’s choice under the supervision of a member of the music faculty. Acceptance of the proposal by the faculty member must precede registration. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Sixteen credits of music courses and permission of the instructor. Completed Independent Study form.
Credits: 1-3
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MUH 100 - This is Music!
This course explores a few of the remarkable ways music engages and shapes human experience through a myriad of styles, genres, and time periods. We also explore interdisciplinary connections across fields such as psychology, visual art, poetry, or history-as well as concepts such as deafness, technology, identity, and monsters. Background in music is not required; an openness to new musical sounds is essential. Course Typically Offered: Every year.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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MUH 177 - Topics in Music History
Study of a musical topic, such as genre (opera, for example) or a period in music history. Includes the development of listening skills and an introduction to music historiography. Course Typically Offered: Varies.
Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic.
Credits: 3
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MUH 250 - The Piano: Music, People, Histories
From the ancient Greek water organ to the Moog Synthesizer, Bach’s Goldberg Variations to silent film piano accompaniments, and Thelonious Monk’s Round Midnight to the keyboard as digital input-the piano and its keyboard cousins have been an integral part of history. This course considers the development of the keyboard in music as well as a reflection of broader cultural trends. Piano-playing ability or musical background is not required; openness to a diversity of music and sounds is. Course Typically Offered: Every 2 years.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore status or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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MUH 252 - Beethoven and the Romantic Rebellion
The revolutionary social, political, and artistic changes in Europe at the beginning of the nineteenth century played out in the music of the time as musicians engaged in dialogue with writers, politicians, visual artists, and other thinkers. This class will study the ideas of romanticism in the music of Beethoven and the composers who immediately followed, and how this music continues to shape our world today. A musical background is unnecessary, but a curiosity about history, philosophy, literature, music, and the arts is required. Course Typically Offered: Every 2 years.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Credits: 3
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