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BMB 400 - Molecular Genetics
The structure of DNA and of genes, and the mechanisms of gene regulation, particularly as they pertain to cell growth and differentiation. Includes a discussion of the experimental techniques used in the genetic manipulation of organisms. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BMB 280, BMB 322.
Credits: 3
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BMB 420 - Infectious Disease
Examines medically important bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites causing human infection. Introduces major classes of pathogens and host immunity to microbes. Covers pathogenesis, virulence factors, clinical symptoms, transmission, epidemiology, diagnosis, prevention and treatment for individual microbes.
Prerequisites & Notes
BMB 300, BMB 305.
Credits: 3
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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 & Notes
BMB 300, BMB 322.
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 & Notes
BMB 300, BMB 322.
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. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BMB 300 and either BMB 221 or CHY 251, or permission.
Credits: 3
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BMB 441 - Immunology Laboratory
A laboratory course to introduce students to diagnostic and experimental techniques routinely used in the immunology lab. Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
BMB 440 or concurrently.
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 pathogenieity. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BMB 300.
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 & Notes
Corequisite: BMB 455.
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.
Prerequisites & Notes
BMB 322 or permission.
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 & Notes
BMB 322.
Credits: 4
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BMB 467 - Physical Biochemistry
This course is 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, transport, separation techniques, spectroscopy, phase transitions,
and steady state and rapid reaction kinetic principles.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 127, CHY 252, BMB 322, prerequisite or corequisite, BMB 460 or permission.
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 & Notes
BMB 305.
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.
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement. Lec 3, Lab 4.
Prerequisites & Notes
BMB 464 or permission.
Credits: 5
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BMB 491 - Biochemistry, Microbiology and Molecular Biology Research
Research in Biochemistry, Microbiology and Molecular Biology. A comprehensive report is required.
Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
seniors and graduate students only.
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 & Notes
permission.
Credits: Ar
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BMB 530 - Cellular Signal Transduction Mechanisms
Signal transduction mechanisms used by cells to perceive extracellular messages and to produce proper responses in regulating growth, development and metabolism. (Offered every other year.)
Prerequisites & Notes
BMB 460 or permission.
Credits: 3
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BMB 550 - Special Topics in Molecular Biology
Includes lectures/seminars on the structure, regulation and evolution of genetic elements, viruses, and cell-surface glycoproteins. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
BMB 460 and permission.
Credits: Ar
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BMB 580 - Seminar in Microbiology
Preparation and presentation of papers dealing with current research in the field of microbiology.
Prerequisites & Notes
Seniors and graduate students only.
Credits: 1
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BMB 582 - Seminar in Biochemistry
Preparation and presentation of papers dealing with current research in the field of biochemistry.
Prerequisites & Notes
Seniors and graduate students only.
Credits: 1-3
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BMB 597 - Special Topics in Biochemistry
A graduate-level readings, lecture, seminar, or laboratory course covering timely topics in Biochemistry. Can be repeated for graduate credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
Permission of Instructor.
Credits: 1-3
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BMB 598 - Special Topics in Microbiology
Covers selected topics or areas within the field of Microbiology. May be repeated for graduate credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission.
Credits: 1-3
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BMB 699 - Graduate Thesis/Research
Graduate thesis or research conducted under the supervision of student’s advisor.
Prerequisites & Notes
A “Responsible Conduct of Research” course approved by the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and the Graduate School (www.umaine.edu/graduate/responsible-conduct-research) is required before or concurrently with completion of 3rd XXX 699 credit. Permission
Credits: Ar
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INT 479 - Methods in Epidemiology
Introduction to the field of epidemiology, emphasizing methods for assessing factors associated with the distribution and etiology of health and disease, with emphasis on current, real-world health issues and advancement of student skills in the critique of research studies. (This course is identical to INT 579.)
Prerequisites & Notes
BMB 300 and MAT 232.
Credits: 3
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Biological Engineering |
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BLE 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 & Notes
BLE 201 and BLE 202, or permission.
Credits: 4
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BLE 497 - Special Problems in Bioengineering
Independent study.
Credits: Ar
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BLE 597 - Advanced Topics in Biological Engineering
Advanced topics not regularly covered in other BLE courses. Content varies based on instructor interest area. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
Senior or graduate standing; permission.
Credits: 1-3
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BLE 599 - Independent Study in Biological Engineering
Advanced independent study for qualified students who present suitable projects for intensive investigation in the area of faculty interest. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
Senior or graduate standing; permission.
Credits: 1-3
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BLE 697 - Problems in Biological Engineering I
Varies.
Credits: Ar
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BLE 698 - Problems in Biological Engineering II
Varies.
Credits: Ar
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BLE 699 - Graduate Thesis/Research
Graduate thesis or research conducted under the supervision of student’s advisor.
Prerequisites & Notes
A “Responsible Conduct of Research” course approved by the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and the Graduate School (www.umaine.edu/graduate/responsible-conduct-research) is required before or concurrently with completion of 3rd XXX 699 credit. Permission
Credits: Ar
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CHB 493 - Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering Seminar
Discussion of recent developments in both the chemical engineering and bioengineering fields, in addition to related fields.
Together with CHB 111, CHB 477, & CHB 479, this course satisfies the General Education Ethics requirement. (Fall and Spring.)
Prerequisites & Notes
Senior standing in Chemical or Bioengineering, or permission.
Credits: 0-1
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MET 452 - Advanced Fluid Power
Examines the design of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits, control theory applied to fluid power actuated mechanical systems, data acquisition, transducers, computer interfacing, and programming for control. Laboratory work includes design and test of fluid power systems including programming the motion of cylinders and motors using PLC’s and personal computers. Rec 2, Lab 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BLE 462 or MET 362 or permission.
Credits: 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..
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: Must be taken concurrently with a regular Biology course. Prerequisite: permission.
Credits: 1-2
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BIO 401 - Natural History of the Maine Coast
An ecological field study of the habitats, communities, populations and natural history of the Maine coast. Field trips are conducted at the Todd Wildlife Sanctuary (Hog Island) as well as on the mainland and coastal islands. Evening seminars are included. For information and application, write directly to: National Audubon Society, Audubon Ecology Camp, 11 Audubon Road, Bremen, Maine 04551. Do not apply directly to the University of Maine. (Summer course only.)
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.
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive and Capstone Experience Requirements. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
senior standing in Biology, Botany or Zoology majors.
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 & Notes
Clinical Laboratory Science majors only or permission. BMB 300; BMB 440 preferred.
Credits: 3
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BIO 421 - Introduction to 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 technology students. Lec 3, Lab 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 451, BMB 322, BMB 322 Lab; Medical Technology students only.
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)
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)
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)
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)
Credits: 9
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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, research project and collection required. Lec 2, Lab 4. (Fall - odd.)
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 200 or SMS 201 or permission
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Credits: 4
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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. (This course is identical to BIO 532.)
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec 2, Lab 4.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 100 and BIO 200 or equivalents or permission.
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 & Notes
BIO 329 or BIO 333 or permission.
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 & Notes
BIO 200 or SMS 201, and MAT 232 and either BIO 319 or WLE 200 or SMS 300; or permission.
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 an 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 & Notes
BIO 434 or concurrently
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 approach towards problems in development, cancer biology, and neuromuscular diseases.
Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience and Writing Intensive Requirements. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 200 or SMS 201, and Junior or Senior standing.
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. Emphasis on, but not limited to, biological material. Lec 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
1 year chemistry, 1 year physics, 1 year biology.
Credits: 2
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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 levels. 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.
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive and Capstone Experience Requirements
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 319 or BIO 463 or BIO 468 or SFR 407 or PSE 423 or SMS 300 or SMS 352 or SMS 475 or WLE 200 or permission.
Credits: 4
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BIO 450 - Histology
Microscopic anatomy of animal tissues.
Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement. Lec 2, Lab 4.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 200 or BIO 208 or SMS 201 and junior standing; or permission.
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 & Notes
BIO 100 and one year of chemistry; BIO 200 recommended.
Credits: 3
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BIO 454 - Invertebrate Functional Morphology
Advanced study of the morphology and function of organ systems in invertebrate animals. Emphasis on laboratory investigation of living organisms and typically with concentration on two to four phyla chosen by participants in the course. May be repeated for credit.
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive and Capstone Experience Requirements. Lec 1, Lab 4.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 353 or equivalent.
Credits: 3
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BIO 455 - Biological Invasions
Analysis of mechanisms behind species establishment in new areas, their impact on native ecology, theoretical bases of invasion-related phenomena, and economic and sociopolitical costs inflicted by exotic species. Note: BIO 455 and BIO 555 cannot both be taken for degree credit. Satisfies the General Education Population and the Environment Requirement. Lec. 3 Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 319 or WLE 200 or SMS 300 or SMS 352 or FES 407 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
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BIO 461 - Insect Biology, Taxonomy and Systematics
Biology, morphology, and evolutionary relationships of the insect orders and major families with an introduction to the principles of modern systematics. Laboratory deals exclusively with the identification of native and exotic specimens. Lec 2, Lab 6. (Spring - odd.)
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 326, BIO 327 or INT 256.
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.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec 2, Rec 1, Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 200 or FES 100 or PSE 100.
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 & Notes
BIO 100.
Credits: 3
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BIO 468 - Lake Ecology
The ecology of inland waters, with emphasis on the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of lakes. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 200 and CHY 122/124 or BMB 208/210; BIO 319 or SMS 300 or WLE 200 recommended.
Credits: 3
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BIO 473 - Biology of Algae
Comparative morphology and reproduction, identification and classification of algae. Laboratory and field work emphasize study of living material and include techniques on algal culture, sexuality, microtechnique and preservation. (This course is identical to SMS 473.) Lec 2, Lab 4.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 100 and BIO 200 or permission.
Credits: 4
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BIO 474 - Neurobiology
Focuses on the 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 both be taken for degree credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
A grade of C- or better in BIO 200 or a grade of C- or better in SMS 201, and CHY 122, and PHY 112 or PHY 121; or permission.
Credits: 3
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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 & Notes
BIO 377 or BIO 208 or SMS 485, and either BMB 280 or BIO 480 or BMB 300 or BMB 322; or permission.
Credits: 3
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BIO 480 - Cell Biology
Examines the fundamental cellular, subcellular and molecular characteristics of cells with emphasis on structure and function of organelle systems common to eukaryotic cells. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
Either BIO 200 or BIO 208 or SMS 201, and either CHY 252 or BMB 322.
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.
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. Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 480 previously or concurrently.
Credits: 1
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BIO 485 - Comparative Animal Physiology
A comparative approach to the functional adaptations of animals to diverse environments, with emphasis on underlying physiological and biochemical mechanisms. (This course is identical to SMS 485.) Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 200, a year of chemistry and junior standing.
Credits: 3
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BIO 486 - Comparative Animal Physiology Laboratory
Laboratory study of the physiology of phylogenetically diverse animals. (This course is identical to SMS 486.)
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO/SMS 485 or concurrently.
Credits: 1
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BIO 487 - Problems in Zoology I-Field Ornithology/Field Studies
Field studies in identification of land and water birds in a variety of habitats along the Maine coast. This program is based at the Todd Wildlife Sanctuary (Hog Island.) For information and an application, write directly to: National Audubon Society, Audubon Ecology Camp, 11 Audubon Road, Bremen, Maine 04551. Do not apply directly to the University of Maine. Also, Eagle Hill Wildlife Research Station offers specialty field seminars on the Maine Coast involving intensive practical field experiences and follow-up laboratory work and discussions. For information and an application, write directly to: Eagle Hill Wildlife Research Station, Dyer Bay Road, Steuben, Maine 04680. (Offered summers only.)
Credits: 1-2
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BIO 496 - Field Experience in Biological Sciences
Students work as field botanists pursuant to an authorized activity or research project.
Credits: 1-6
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BIO 504 - Advanced Developmental Biology
Cellular mechanisms of animal development, including fertilization, cell cleavage, cell movement, cellular interactions, extracellular matrix, developmental genetics and cancer.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 336 or BIO 438 or permission.
Credits: 3
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BIO 505 - Professionalism in Biology
A graduate-level survey of the fundamental principles of professional development, including oral and written communication skills, the roles of mentors and colleagues, professional ethics, career planning and the job application process.
Prerequisites & Notes
Graduate standing.
Credits: 2
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BIO 510 - Climate, Culture, and the Biosphere
Explores the coupled dynamics of humans and the biosphere through time, from hominid evolution more than 2.5 million years ago to the present era. Curriculum draws from anthropology, geography, paleoecology, and climate science to inform on the integrated human-environment relationship in the context of global change. This course is identical to ANT 510.
Prerequisites & Notes
Graduate standing or permission.
Credits: e
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BIO 511 - Insect Ecology
Ecological effects of biotic and abiotic factors on insects and on insect population ecology. Outside reading and field trips required. Lec 2, Rec 1. (Fall-even.)
Prerequisites & Notes
Beginning course in ecology and background in statistics, physiology and entomology or permission.
Credits: 3
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BIO 512 - Advanced Seminar in Biology
Readings, presentations, and student-led discussions of recent primary literature in specific areas of biology. Topics vary and may involve both theoretical and applied studies.
Prerequisites & Notes
Graduate standing or permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 1-3
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BIO 522 - Plant Reproductive Biology
Plants are remarkably versatile in their reproduction, with outcrossing, selfing and asexuality. This course explores this versatility and its consequences for plant genetic diversity and evolution.
Credits: 3
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BIO 525 - Community Ecology
An advanced discussion of the organization of biological communities including community structure, stratification and patterns, niche division and species diversity, competition, predation, community classification and description, biogeography of communities, succession and climax. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 319 or equivalent.
Credits: 3
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BIO 530 - Biology of the Fungi
The major taxa of fungi are examined in relation to their ecology and physiology.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 100 or equivalent and/or a basic ecology course or permission.
Credits: 3
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BIO 531 - Fungal Biology Laboratory
An optional laboratory to accompany BIO 530. Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: BIO 532.
Credits: 1
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BIO 532 - 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. (This course is identical to BIO 432.) . Lec 2, Lab 4.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 100 and BIO 200 or equivalents or permission.
Credits: 4
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BIO 541 - Microscopy Laboratory
Techniques of transmission and scanning electron microscopy, especially those
applicable to biological sciences. Lab 6.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 441 (previously or concurrently), permission.
Credits: 1-3
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BIO 547 - Experimental Aquatic Ecology
An advanced course in freshwater ecology that uses an experimental approach to explore concepts defining lake and stream ecosystems at the population, community and system levels. Explores the abiotic and biotic forces that shape aquatic ecosystems through hands-on experiments designed and implemented by students.
Prerequisites & Notes
An ecology course (e.g., WLE 200, BIO 319, BIO 468, BIO 463, PSE 423, SMS 475, FES 407 or SMS 352) or permission. (Note: BIO 547 and BIO 447 are similar and cannot both be taken for degree credit.)
Credits: 4
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BIO 550 - Biogeochemistry of Terrestrial Ecosystems
Biogeochemical patterns and processes in forest ecosystems. Comparative data from the ecological literature are used to examine the important processes of element cycling, including atmospheric deposition, canopy processes, plant nutrient circulation, decomposition, animal-insect interactions, soil chemical phenomena, weathering, leaching, gaseous fluxes, forest hydrology and overall watershed biogeochemical responses to disturbance. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission plus BIO 319 and one year of college chemistry.
Credits: 3
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BIO 555 - Biological Invasions
Analysis of mechanisms behind species establishment in new areas, their impact on native ecology, theoretical bases of invasion-related phenomena, and economic and sociopolitical costs inflicted by exotic species. (Note: BIO 455 and BIO 555 cannot both be taken for degree credit).
Prerequisites & Notes
graduate standing and permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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BIO 568 - Advanced Plant Ecology
Classical and modern perspectives on vegetation ecology, including floristic and ecosystem approaches, classification and ordination of vegetation data, dynamics of vegetation with emphasis on the role of climate change and disturbance in landscape development, paleoecological perspectives, plant population ecology. Weekly field trips. Lec 2, Lab 4.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 319 or equivalent, one year calculus.
Credits: 4
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BIO 572 - Paleoecology
Explores how paleoecology expands the temporal scale of ecology, how climate change has affected terrestrial and freshwater systems over the Quaternary, and how lake ecosystems have changed in recent centuries. BIO 572 and BIO 476 can not both be taken for degree credit. Lec 3, Lab 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
An ecology course, e.g. BIO 319 or permission.
Credits: 4
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BIO 574 - Neurophysiology
A biophysical approach to the detailed workings of peripheral and central nervous systems connecting structure (molecular, subcellular and specialized tissues) to function (physical and neural), through wet lab experiments on living cells, and/or computer-assisted exercises. Lec 2, Lab 1.
Prerequisites & Notes
graduate standing and permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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BIO 578 - Structure and Function of Plant Genomes
Plant molecular genetics based on the study of genome architecture, evolution
and function, with emphasis on the fully-sequenced plant genome models. Focuses
on the mechanism(s) that drive changes in genome size and structure and how such
changes affect gene function in the context of cellular biochemistry and physiology.
Current paradigms in genome research by integrating the concepts and techniques
of classical genetics, physiology, comparative and functional genomics and transgenics
will be discussed. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 462 or BIO 445 or BMB 400 or equivalent college level genetics course.
Credits: 3
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BIO 597 - Special Topics in Biology
As available.
Prerequisites & Notes
Graduate standing or permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 1-6
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BIO 687 - Problems in Biological Sciences I
Individual research projects conducted by graduate students under faculty supervision. Research topics should be different from topics of their thesis research.
Prerequisites & Notes
Permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 1-6
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BIO 688 - Problems in Biological Sciences II
Varies.
Prerequisites & Notes
Permission of instructor
Credits: 1-6
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BIO 699 - Graduate Thesis/Research
Graduate thesis or research conducted under the supervision of student’s advisor.
Prerequisites & Notes
A “Responsible Conduct of Research” course approved by the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and the Graduate School (www.umaine.edu/graduate/responsible-conduct-research) is required before or concurrently with completion of 3rd XXX 699 credit. Permission
Credits: Ar
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Biomedical Sciences |
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BMS 625 - Introduction to Biomedical Sciences
Course provides an overview of fundamental/critical issues in biomedical sciences today.
Credits: 1-4
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BMS 690 - Special Topics in Biomedical Science
Current and emerging topics in the field of Biomedical Sciences. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
Graduate Standing.
Credits: 1-3
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BMS 699 - Graduate Thesis/Research
Graduate thesis or research conducted under the supervision of student’s advisor.
Prerequisites & Notes
A “Responsible Conduct of Research” course approved by the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and the Graduate School (www.umaine.edu/graduate/responsible-conduct-research) is required before or concurrently with completion of 3rd XXX 699 credit. Permission
Credits: Ar
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Business Administration |
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BUA 325 - Principles of Management and Organization
Analysis of the internal organizational structure and the process of management in business enterprises both domestic and international. Focus on concepts, methods, and techniques of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the functions of the modern manager, and the impact of these processes upon effective interpersonal relations.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECO 120 and ECO 121, junior standing.
Credits: 3
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BUA 335 - Principles of Management Information Systems
Introduces students to principles of management information systems. Topics include overviews of current and emerging technologies and systems, database design, distributed systems, networks and telecommunications, decision support systems, systems development and functional applications.
Prerequisites & Notes
one computer science course or permission; junior standing.
Credits: 3
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