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CIS 450 - Data Mining 3 CR
This course in data mining techniques is designed for both computer information systems majors and business administration majors. In this course, students will explore and analyze data to support business intelligence applications. Methods used include cluster analysis, decision trees, classification of data, estimation and prediction, and association techniques. The goal of data mining is to take data and convert collected data into information readily usable by business managers to determine buying behavior, fraud detection, database marketing, market basket analysis, and information management. (This course is cross-listed with BUA 450 and DSC 450 and MAT 450 )
Prerequisite(s): MAT 115 , and CIS 255 or CIS 303 or CIS 330 or CIS 360 or permission of instructor.
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CIS 452 - Advanced Oracle Programming and Application Development 3 CR
This course is designed to provide a working introduction to PLISQL programming within the Oracle RDBMS environment. The course begins with an introduction to the PL/SQL language fundamentals of block program structure, variables, cursors, and exceptions. The remainder of the course covers creating program units including procedures, functions, triggers and packages.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 351 or instructor permission.
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CIS 460 - Computers & Culture 3 CR
This course explores the philosophical, social, and economic impact of computing on culture, and examines ethical and professional policy issues. Topics include history of computing in the context of human problem solving; uses, misuses, and limits of computer technology; risks and liabilities; intellectual property; national and international public policy issues; human factors; and human-machine interaction.
Prerequisite(s): completion of 36 credit hours.
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CIS 461 - Spatio-Temporal Information Science 3 CR
Space and time are fundamental concepts of how humans process information and seek to understand data. This course offers the theoretical issues and applied practices that can impact our computational understanding of space and time. Topics covered include databases, spaces, modeling, representation, algorithms, data structures, architectures, interfaces, reasoning, and uncertainty in both space and time. (This course is cross-listed with DSC 461 )
Prerequisite(s): CIS 360 .
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CIS 470 - Project Management 3 CR
This course deals with the factors necessary for successful management of and planning for information systems development including integration of systems development with organizational goals, planning, and budgeting; and the use of metrics, tools, critical path, and Total Quality Management (TQM) concepts. Both technical and behavioral aspects of management are considered. Training in project management software is included.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 330 , BUA 223 or permission of instructor.
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CIS 475 - Advanced Health Informatics 3 CR
This course is designated as the capstone health informatics course. This course will provide students with an in depth survey of topics in the health informatics area that was presented in the first course. Examining computer’s emerging roles in the delivery of health care, and how it impacts all stakeholders in the healthcare arena. Competency skill sets include: Advanced Analytic/Assessment, Policy Development/Program Planning, Standards, Cultural Competency, Community Dimensions of Practice, Ethics, Advanced Leadership and Systems Thinking. (This course is cross-listed with DSC 475 )
Prerequisite(s): CIS 225 and CIS 450 /BUA 450 or permission of instructor.
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CIS 480 - Internship 3 CR
Student will spend part of one year working within an organization on a problem whose solution involves information systems technology. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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CIS 489 - Topics in Computer Information Systems 3 CR
(Topic would be indicated.) A course devoted to a topic or topics in computer information systems not covered in regularly scheduled CIS courses for which there is a perceived need or interest.
Prerequisite(s): completion of core 300-level courses in the B.S. in CIS degree program.
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CIS 494 - Independent Study in Computer Information Systems 1-6 CR
(Topic would be indicated.) A course devoted to a independent study in computer information systems in an area not covered in regularly scheduled CIS courses.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 281 and completion of core 300-level courses in the B.S. in CIS degree program.
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Cooperative Education |
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COE 117 - Field Experience 3 CR
Extensive field experience in the student’s major area. On-the-job training is combined with informal seminars and research to facilitate the tie between theory and practice.
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COE 118 - Field Experience 3 CR
Extensive field experience in the student’s major area. On-the-job training is combined with informal seminars and research to facilitate the tie between theory and practice.
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COE 219 - Field Experience 3 CR
Extensive field experience in the student’s major area. On-the-job training is combined with informal seminars and research to facilitate the tie between theory and practice.
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COE 422 - Cooperative Education/Field Experience 3 CR
Extensive field experience in the student’s major area. On-the-job training is combined with informal seminars and research to facilitate the tie between theory and practice.
Prerequisite(s): completion of 90 semester hours.
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College Experience |
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COL 100 - Introduction to the College Experience 3 CR
This course is designed to help students develop academic, communication, critical thinking and analysis skills; become acquainted with the University; and clarify personal values, goals and expectations. Should be taken within first 30 credit hours of college course work, excluding developmental course work; or permission of instructor.
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COL 101 - Youth Orientation to UMA 1 CR
YO (Youth Orientation) is a summer interdisciplinary immersion program on the University of Maine at Augusta campus for students who are rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors in high school. During this program, students receive individualized preparation and assistance regarding their post-secondary education plans and attend workshops and service learning activities taught by UMA faculty. This introduction to the college experience allows students to become oriented to the collegiate environment and to develop skills in analysis, critical thinking, and communication. The course can be taken on a “pass/fail” basis only.
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COL 214 - Professionalism in the Workplace 1 CR
This seminar course is designed to enable students to transition into professional roles. Students will learn how to present themselves positively and foster professional relationships. Emphasis will also be placed on understanding organizational structures and cultures, and on developing communication and interpersonal skills essential for succeeding in a professional environment.
Prerequisite(s): any COM course and social science core course OR permission of instructor.
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Communications |
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COM 101 - Public Speaking 3 CR
Instruction in preparation and delivery of speeches to an audience. The student is graded on the choice and phrasing of the subject, the selection and arrangement of the material, the adaptation to the audience and the delivery. Usually each student gives four to six speeches during the semester.
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COM 102 - Interpersonal Communications 3 CR
Concerned with verbal and nonverbal communication that takes place among individuals during interpersonal interaction. Typical areas of concern are perceiving others, presenting one’s self, conversation and barriers to communication. Activities may include games, exercises and role playing.
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COM 104 - Communications in Groups and Organizations 3 CR
An overview of the purposes and effects of communication in groups and organizations. Practical experience in interviewing and participation in various types of discussions.
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COM 106 - Oral Communication of Literature 3 CR
An introductory course in the techniques of selecting, preparing and delivering written materials in oral presentation to an audience. A brief review of the oral tradition in literature is also included. (This course is cross listed with DRA 106 .)
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COM 205 - Forms of Social Influence 3 CR
An assessment of the process whereby humans influence other humans to voluntarily believe or do what they wish them to believe or do: primary emphasis is the interpersonal exchange. Forms include modeling, requesting, bargaining, persuading, demanding, conditioning, group influence, and coercion. Media and written persuasion are also considered. Student performance is a part of this course. (This course is cross listed with PSY 205 .)
Prerequisite(s): COM 101 OR COM 102 OR COM 104 OR COM 106 , OR permission of instructor.
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COM 300 - Communication Theory 3 CR
This class exposes students to the major theories and theoretical paradigms in the communication discipline. These theories apply to interpersonal, organizational, small-group, public/mass, and intercultural communication contexts. In addition to surveying the foundational theories in communication studies, student will understand the basic building blocks of social science theory and how theory connects to research and practice.
Prerequisite(s): COM 102 , COM 104 , or permission of instructor.
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COM 305 - Argumentation and Debate 3 CR
A lecture-discussion-performance course in analysis, development, strategy, and tactics of rational discourse. Theoretical emphasis is upon the uses of evidence and logic as tools of inquiry and advocacy. Students will speak in a variety of argumentative situations.
Prerequisite(s): COM 101 , PHI 103 , or permission of instructor.
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COM 317 - Mass Media 3 CR
This course provides an overview of a central influence in today’s world: mass media. Their history, contemporary functioning, and future possibilities are considered. Their types (both print and electronic), systematic variations, career possibilities, regulations, and influences are examined.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 .
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COM 375 - Social Networks 3 CR
An introduction to the essentials of social network theory and the methods of social network analysis, the study of patterns in communication and affiliation. Online, in groups, and among friends, you are who you know. (This course is cross listed with SOC 375 )
Prerequisite(s): Any introductory social sciences course.
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COM 389 - Topics in Communication 3 CR
(Topic would be indicated.) A course devoted to subject areas in communicating that are not among the regularly scheduled communications offerings, but in which there are apparent needs for periodic offering. For baccalaureate degree students.
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COM 475 - Analyzing Social Media 3 CR
This course is a venue for learning and deploying research techniques in social media, the online systems for collaborative association and communication. The kinds of interaction and communities made possible by different forms of social media are explored. Skills are developed for measuring social media use and determining when online objectives have been met. (This course is cross listed with SOC 475 .)
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 and COM 205 /PSY 205 .
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Cybersecurity |
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CYB 501 - Cybersecurity Fundamentals 3 CR
This course explores the fundamental concepts of Cybersecurity. The course will examine risk assessment and policy development to protect enterprise assets. The course will examine the basic security requirements of modern computing environments and the defense tools and methods user to apply a cyber-defense. The role of cryptology to protect information, access control methods, business continuity, and disaster recovery will be discussed. Topics will include incident response, secure design principles for networks and software, digital forensics, security operations, and the legal aspects of security.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
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CYB 515 - Research Methods 3 CR
This course provides a broad and deep understanding of the research methods for conducting research. It teaches students the research methodologies of qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods, and Design Science Research (DSR). The course gives the basic processes of choosing a research topic, choosing the research methodology, forming the research question, conducting a literature review, forming the conceptual concept, conducting and documenting the research, ensuring validity and reliability, communicating the research results, and ensuring all research approval documents are completed.
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CYB 520 - Cybersecurity Policy and Risk Management 3 CR
This course provides a review of the topic of risk management and how risk, threats, and vulnerabilities impact information systems. It explores general methodologies used to assess and manage risks to information security based on defining an acceptable level of risk within policies. The student will learn to apply activities for risk assessment and identification, and risk mitigation through policy implementation.
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CYB 524 - Cybersecurity Enterprise Architecture 3 CR
The course provides an in-depth understanding of the computer code that can be described as harmful or malicious, both technical and non-technical attacks. The student will learn how to implement security to protect the system, applications, and its data at the enterprise level. This course explores security concepts for endpoint devices, cloud infrastructure, big data systems, and virtual environments.
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CYB 530 - Project Management in Cybersecurity 3 CR
This course will analyze resources related to project management. Significant effort will be devoted to understanding global socioeconomic, political, environmental, and cultural issues. Case studies will broaden understanding of best practices and ability to create projects in a global economy. Students will be introduced to computer-based tools used in project management.
Prerequisite(s): CYB 501 or permission of instructor.
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CYB 551 - Cyber Laws, Policies, and Ethics 3 CR
This course introduces aspects of cybersecurity laws and policies in order to integrate these challenges into cyber planning, operations, and strategy. The class will explore privacy issues, legal considerations, codes of ethics, and ethical implications faced by cybersecurity professionals. Topics align to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) organizational security knowledge area covering security laws, regulations, and regulatory standards such as the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Students will analyze organizations to develop security profiles for public and private entities. The intent is to develop understanding as a security professional so that students understand governances and how they convey compliances to business verticals such as healthcare and eCommerce.
Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or permission of instructor.
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CYB 563 - Incident Response 3 CR
This course will provide an in-depth understanding of the development and planning for responding to incidents that occur from natural disasters, terrorism, and malicious computing attacks and the contingency plans to deal with business continuity in these cases. Students will learn how to investigate and determine the roots cause of infrastructure outages and how to response at the enterprise level, including preparation, data collection, data analysis, and remediation.
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CYB 570 - Cybersecurity Program Management 3 CR
This course provides a broad and deep understanding of managing a cybersecurity program. It teaches students the responsibilities of managing the people, assets, activities, threats, vulnerabilities, risks, assessments, security controls, and policies for an organization. The course gives an in-depth view into the roles and responsibilities of one that defends an organization.
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CYB 576 - Network Security Management 3 CR
This cyber security course examines the issues of securing the communications path between systems, including both physical and logical connections and the interactions that network policies may help to defend them. Emphasis is placed on emerging technologies and standards, and defenses beyond the common firewall and IDS systems. Topics addressed in this course include approaches to securing networks using risk analysis, cost effective countermeasures, layered defenses, and network policy development and implementation procedures. Students are expected to have a basic understanding of computer networks prior to the start of the course.
Prerequisite(s): CYB 501 or permission of the instructor.
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CYB 581 - Cybersecurity Investigations 3 CR
This course will examine how digital evidence is gathered, handled, and admitted to court. The course will focus on the forensic process and adherence to the law of legally obtaining digital evidence that will be admissible in court. Topics will include conduction forensic investigations on computer systems, mobile devices, networks, embedded devices, Internet of Things devices, documenting evidence, preparing a forensics report, and how to prepare for presenting evidence at a trial.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
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CYB 582 - Cybersecurity Operations 3 CR
This course will examine cybersecurity operations within an enterprise and how to operate and manage a security operations center (SOC) to protect enterprise assets and data. Topics will include gathering threat intelligence, continuous threat monitoring, incident detection and response, SOC services, policies and procedures, and metrics to operate a successful SOC. The course will examine how to build a successful business case using financial, operational, and regulatory requirements to support the creation and operation of a SOC.
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CYB 583 - Database and Application Security 3 CR
This cyber security course examines the issues surrounding protecting data both at rest and in motion in data management systems including databases and similar high-value networked applications. Both the theory and practice of various data protection models will be explored. Topics include common vulnerabilities, access control, data integrity models, privacy controls, compliance, and data auditing. Students are expected to have a basic understanding of databases and SQL prior to the start of the course.
Prerequisite(s): CYB 501 or permission of the instructor.
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CYB 591 - Capstone Proposal 3 CR
This course is the foundation to the capstone option of the cyber masters’ program. Students will complete a project on a topic from the cybersecurity career field of interest. A cybersecurity full-time faculty is assigned as a mentor. At the end of the course the student presents the project proposal to the cybersecurity faculty, as the Master’s Cybersecurity Thesis and Capstone committee, to obtain an approval.
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CYB 592 - Capstone Presentation 3 CR
This course is the final step to the capstone option of the cyber masters’ program. Students will complete the approved project from CYB 591 . A cybersecurity full-time faculty is assigned as a mentor. At the end of the course the student presents the final project to the cybersecurity faculty, as the Master’s Cybersecurity Thesis and Capstone committee, to obtain a pass.
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CYB 698 - Thesis Research 6 CR
This course will cover thesis research. The student will prepare and present a thesis proposal for approval. Once the proposal is approved, the student will conduct the research and prepare the thesis. The student will defend their thesis to the committee to obtain a pass.
Prerequisite(s): 24 credits or enrolled in the degree.
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Data Science |
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DSC 225 - Introduction to Health Informatics 3 CR
This course will provide students with a survey of topics in the health informatics area. Examining computer’s emerging roles in the delivery, management and analysis of health care, and how it impacts all stakeholders in the healthcare arena. Competency skill sets include: Analytic/Assessment of medical information (both spatial and non-spatial) Systems Analysis and modeling and Project Management. (This course is cross listed with CIS 225 and NUR 225 .)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 100 , or permission of instructor.
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DSC 255 - Database Design 3 CR
This course is an introduction to relational database design and structured query language. The student will learn the principles of database design to include database modeling, normalization through 3rd Normal Form and then will learn basic ANSI Standard Structured Query language to interface with a database. Application interface to the database will be demonstrated. (This course is cross-listed with CIS 255 )
Prerequisite(s): CIS 101 or CIS 135 or CIS 150 or CIS 360 .
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DSC 352 - Data Visualization 3 CR
The use of visualization techniques to aid understanding, analysis of complex data, and to information important decisions is increasingly employed by many disciplines. This course will cover how to best represent different sets of data through understanding human perception, careful analysis of data types, creation of visual representation techniques, and evaluation of information in its visualized format for cognitive understanding and implied meaning. Students will engage in visualization creation using different data sets and implementation protocols and techniques to create basic presentations to more complex data visualizations. Topics covered include basic issues in representation, encoding data, presentation challenges, and different interaction frameworks. (This course is cross listed with CIS 352 and INT 352 .)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 101 or CIS 135 or CIS 150 or CIS 360 or permission of instructor.
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DSC 355 - Introduction to Sensors 3 CR
Sensors are one of the foundational drivers of the proliferation of big data in the modern world. Sensors help us to monitor our environment, augment our existing bodily sensors, and set the stage for interpretation of data through informatics. Students will be introduced to theories of measurement, types of sensing devices, the basics of physics and chemistry, and the notion of uncertainty. Students will complete hands-on projects utilizing an Arduino sensor platform. (This course is cross listed with CIS 355 .)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 135 or CIS 150 or CIS 360 or any PHY or CHY or permission of instructor.
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DSC 360 - Geographical Information Systems 4 CR
This course is designed to discuss the various issues of using spatial data contained in information systems to aid decision makers. The use of a Geographical Information System (GIS) gives the user a valuable tool in the decision-making process by combining the power of the database with the power of a graphical presentation tool to identify trends and other information hidden within the information system. Topics include fundamental cartographic issues, properties of spatial data, processing spatial data, presentation of spatial information, and GIS operations. (This course is cross listed with CIS 360 .)
Prerequisite(s): Basic computer application skills will be assumed.
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DSC 370 - Statistical Quality Control 3 CR
Statistical Quality Control (SQC) is a highly marketable skill that pairs statistical reasoning techniques with an understanding of temporal information systems. In this course, students will cover the body of knowledge that underlies the industrial philosophy of Six Sigma. Students will relate informatics principles to applications in sensor systems and business analytics and focus on using statistics in management. (This course is cross listed with CIS and MAT)
Prerequisite(s): MAT 115 and either CIS 150 or BUA 1XX.
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DSC 449 - Introduction to R Programming and Data Analysis 3 CR
This course is intended to introduce students to R, an open-source and evolving programming language for applied scientific pursuits, most notably data science, bioinformatics, spatial informatics, and business analytics. This course will cover the basics of using R, elementary data structures within R, accessing and writing functions, scripts, and libraries, and also beginner aspects of data visualization, geospatial analysis, interfacing with SQL, twitter analysis, network analysis, and package writing. (This course is cross-listed with CIS 449 and MAT 449 )
Prerequisite(s): CIS 255 or CIS 352 or CIS 360 or permission of the instructor.
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DSC 450 - Data Mining 3 CR
This course in data mining techniques is designed for both computer information systems majors and business administration majors. In this course, students will explore and analyze data to support business intelligence applications. Methods used include cluster analysis, decision trees, classification of data, estimation and prediction, and association techniques. The goal of data mining is to take data and convert collected data into information readily usable by business managers to determine buying behavior, fraud detection, database marketing, market basket analysis, and information management. (This course is cross-listed with BUA 450 and CIS 450 and MAT 450 )
Prerequisite(s): MAT 115 , and CIS 255 or CIS 303 or CIS 330 or CIS 360 or permission of instructor.
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DSC 461 - Spatio-Temporal Information Science 3 CR
Space and time are fundamental concepts of how humans process information and seek to understand data. This course offers the theoretical issues and applied practices that can impact our computational understanding of space and time. Topics covered include databases, spaces, modeling, representation, algorithms, data structures, architectures, interfaces, reasoning, and uncertainty in both space and time. (This course is cross-listed with CIS 461 )
Prerequisite(s): CIS 360 .
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DSC 475 - Advanced Health Informatics 3 CR
This course is designated as the capstone health informatics course. This course will provide students with an in depth survey of topics in the health informatics area that was presented in the first course. Examining computer’s emerging roles in the delivery of health care, and how it impacts all stakeholders in the healthcare arena. Competency skill sets include: Advanced Analytic/Assessment, Policy Development/Program Planning, Standards, Cultural Competency, Community Dimensions of Practice, Ethics, Advanced Leadership and Systems Thinking. (This course is cross-listed with CIS 475 )
Prerequisite(s): CIS 225 and CIS 450 /BUA 450 or permission of instructor.
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Dental Assisting |
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DEA 102 - Biodental Sciences I 3 CR
Provides an in-depth overview of the dentitions, tooth morphology, landmarks of the face and oral cavity and head and neck anatomy; familiarizes the student with tooth embryology and histology.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 100 or BIO 110 or BIO 210 .
Co-requisite(s): DEA 103 , DEA 200 , DEA 201 , DEH 203 , DEH 204 , DEH 225 .
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DEA 103 - Infection Prevention & Regulatory Compliance for the Dental Assistant 2 CR
This course will examine the CDC’s recommendations for the dental healthcare setting and management of medical emergencies in the dental practice. Additionally, this course will introduce students to regulatory compliance, chemical and waste management, and OSHA regulations for the dental practice.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 100 and admissions to the Dental Assisting Program.
Co-requisite(s): DEA 200 , DEA 201 , DEH 203 , DEH 204 , DEH 225 .
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DEA 152 - Dental Office Management 2 CR
A survey of various aspects of dental office management including appointment controls, business and patient record keeping, dental payment plans and inventory control. Course also includes topics in oral and written communications.
Prerequisite(s): DEA 102 , DEA 103 , DEA 200 , DEA 201 , DEH 203 , DEH 204 , DEH 225 .
Co-requisite(s): DEA 154 , DEA 213 , DEA 250 , DEA 253 .
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DEA 154 - Biodental Sciences II 3 CR
Covers the essentials of general anatomy, general physiology, oral pathology, and pharmacology.
Prerequisite(s): DEA 102 , DEA 103 , DEA 200 , DEA 201 , DEH 203 , DEH 204 , DEH 225 .
Co-requisite(s): DEA 152 , DEA 213 , DEA 250 , DEA 253 .
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DEA 200 - Preclinical Dental Assisting Laboratory 4 CR
Introduces the dental assisting student to the care and use of dental equipment and chairside dental assisting skills, with emphasis on operative dentistry procedures and the properties and manipulation of dental materials in chairside, 4-handed dentistry.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 100 (or course equivalent).
Co-requisite(s): DEA 102 , DEA 201 , DEH 203 , and DEH 204 .
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DEA 201 - Preclinical Dental Assisting Theory 3 CR
Introduces the dental assisting student to the care and use of dental equipment and dental assisting skills, with emphasis on operative dentistry procedures.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 100 or BIO 110 or BIO 210 and admission to the Dental Assisting Program.
Co-requisite(s): DEA 102 , DEA 103 , DEA 200 , DEH 203 , DEH 204 , DEH 225 .
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DEA 213 - Dental Materials 3 CR
The study of various dental procedures, materials and devices commonly used in dental practice. Emphasis placed on the general composition of materials, their properties and manipulation.
Prerequisite(s): DEA 102 , DEA 103 , DEA 200 , DEA 201 , DEH 203 , DEH 204 , DEH 225 .
Co-requisite(s): DEA 152 , DEA 154 , DEA 250 , DEA 253 .
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DEA 250 - Clinical Practice 7 CR
The dental assisting capstone experience gives the student the opportunity to practice dental assisting under the direct supervision of a dentist in private practice. This course includes a seminar component in which students will discuss clinical experiences as well as discuss topics in clinical practice to prepare for employment.
Prerequisite(s): DEA 102 , DEA 103 , DEA 200 , DEA 201 , DEH 203 , DEH 204 , DEH 225 .
Co-requisite(s): DEA 152 , DEA 154 , DEA 213 , DEA 253 .
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DEA 253 - Dental Health Education 2 CR
Emphasis is placed on the theories and techniques of patient education and motivation. This course discusses the etiology of dental diseases, nutrition and preventive dentistry.
Prerequisite(s): DEA 102 , DEA 103 , DEA 200 , DEA 201 , DEH 203 , DEH 204 , DEH 225 .
Co-requisite(s): DEA 152 , DEA 154 , DEA 213 , DEA 250 .
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Dental Hygiene |
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DEH 200 - Preclinical Dental Hygiene 4 CR
Laboratory experiences in the techniques of instrumentation, manipulation of dental materials, operation, maintenance of chairside and support equipment, and data gathering procedures. (Pass/Fail Grade Only).
Co-requisite(s): DEH 201 .
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DEH 201 - Preclinical Dental Hygiene Theory 5 CR
Essentials of dental hygiene theory and clinical practice including instrumentation, disease transmission, infection control, materials and devices commonly used by dental hygienists, and management of medical emergencies.
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Dental Hygiene Program and BIO 210 , BIO 321 , BIO 345 .
Co-requisite(s): DEH 200 .
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DEH 202 - Head and Neck Anatomy, Histology and Embryology 5 CR
A study of the structure and function of the tissues of the oral cavity and surrounding structures.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 210 and enrollment in Dental Hygiene Program OR BIO 210 and permission of instructor.
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DEH 203 - Dental Radiology 2 CR
Topics include ionizing radiation, the history of x-rays, their production and properties, radiation measurement, radiation hazards and principles of radiation safety. Covers theory and practice of exposing, processing, mounting and interpreting dental radiographs.
Prerequisite(s): enrollment in Dental Health Program OR high school diploma with six months clinical dental office experience and instructor permission.
Co-requisite(s): DEH 201 or DEA 201 .
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DEH 204 - Dental Radiology Lab 2 CR
Prerequisite(s): enrollment in Dental Health Program OR high school diploma with six months clinical dental office experience and instructor permission.
Co-requisite(s): DEH 201 or DEA 201 ; and DEH 203 .
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DEH 225 - Professionalism for the Oral Health Practitioner 1 CR
This course examines the behaviors and attitudes essential for entering today’s dental practice settings. Topics include: professional image, professional communications, workplace effectiveness, time and conflict management, and enhancing relationships in multicultural work environments with diverse patient populations.
Co-requisite(s): DEH 200 or DEH 250
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DEH 250 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I 2 CR
Practical application of dental hygiene theories and techniques with emphasis on individual patient’s oral health needs, patient education, time and motion efficiency, and ergonomic principles. (Pass/Fail Grade Only). 8 hours.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 200 , DEH 201 , DEH 202 , DEH 203 , BIO 210 , BIO 345 , and CHY 108
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: DEH 251 .
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DEH 251 - Clinical Dental Hygiene Theory I 2 CR
Introduction to the theories and techniques of clinical dental hygiene including selected prophylactic skills, the principles of primary preventive dentistry, patient interaction, and advanced patient management techniques.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 200 , DEH 201 , DEH 202 , DEH 203 , BIO 210 , and BIO 345 .
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DEH 252 - Oral Pathology 2 CR
A study of diseases of the oral cavity and surrounding structures and the clinical differentiation between the normal and abnormal appearance of tissues. Lec 2.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 202 , BIO 210 , BIO 345 , and CHY 108 .
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DEH 254 - Nutrition in Oral Health 2 CR
This course familiarizes students with the fundamental principles of nutrition including the study of nutrients, their sources, functions, interrelationships, and effects of deficiency and excess. Course emphasis placed the role of the dental hygienist in identifying nutrition-related problems and applying nutrition counseling fundamentals in the total care of the patient.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 210 and CHY 108 .
Co-requisite(s): DEH 250 .
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DEH 255 - Oral Health Considerations for Target Populations 2 CR
This course is designed to introduce the dental hygiene student to patients requiring special consideration in planning and implementation of dental hygiene care. The dental hygiene practitioner’s role, unique approaches towards care, and preventive strategies for patients that are considered medically compromised, belong to at risk target populations, or have developmental disabilities will be reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 200 , DEH 201 , DEH 202 , DEH 203 , BIO 210 , BIO 345 .
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DEH 300 - Clinical Dental Hygiene II 3 CR
A continuation of the practical application of dental hygiene theories and techniques with emphasis on selected advanced techniques. Students will have rotating assignments at the on-campus clinical facility and may have assignments at the V.A. Center Dental Clinic in Togus. (Pass/Fail Grade Only). 12 hours.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 203 , DEH 250 , DEH 251 , DEH 252 , DEH 254 , and BIO 321 .
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DEH 301 - Clinical Dental Hygiene Theory II 3 CR
A continuation of dental hygiene theories and techniques with emphasis on treatment of the periodontal patient, advanced data collection, and clinical skills.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 250 , DEH 251 , DEH 252 , DEH 254 , and BIO 321 .
Co-requisite(s): DEH 300 .
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DEH 302 - Pharmacology 3 CR
The study of basic pharmacology with emphasis on the drugs used in dental practice. Attention will also be given to drug classes that patients may be taking for medical reasons. Classifications of pharmacologic agents, methods of action, therapeutic effects, absorption, metabolism, and adverse reactions are covered. Lec. 2
Prerequisite(s): BIO 321 and CHY 108 .
Co-requisite(s): DEH 250 and DEH 252
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DEH 303 - Periodontology 2 CR
Clinical features, histopathology and diagnosis of various forms of periodontal disease and the philosophy of various surgical and nonsurgical periodontal treatments.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 250 , DEH 251 , DEH 252 , and BIO 321 .
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DEH 304 - Dental Anxiety and Pain Management 3 CR
The study of local anesthetics with emphasis on appropriate selection and administration techniques used in dental hygiene. This course will provide the opportunity for students to integrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform effective local anesthesia administration while insuring the maximum health, safety, and comfort of the patient. Administration of nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation for the dental hygiene patient is also included. Lec 2 and Lab 2.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 202 , DEH 250 , DEH 252 , BIO 210 , CHY 108 , and BIO 321 .
Co-requisite(s): DEH 302 .
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DEH 305 - Community Dentistry I 2 CR
The study and application of current concepts in community oral health planning and health care practice, and the essentials of epidemiology, biostatistics, and action research. This course will provide a comprehensive study of fluoride and the various health methods of providing the community with fluoride on local, state, and national levels.
Co-requisite(s): DEH 300 .
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DEH 350 - Clinical Dental Hygiene III 4 CR
A continuation of the practical application of dental hygiene theories with emphasis on advanced techniques. Students will have rotating assignments at the on-campus clinical facility and may include assignments at the V.A. Center Dental Clinic in Togus. (Pass/Fail Grade Only.) 16 hours.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 300 , DEH 301 , DEH 302 , DEH 303 , DEH 304 .
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DEH 351 - Dental Hygiene Theory III 2 CR
A capstone course using dental hygiene case studies and critical evaluation of scientific literature as a basis for review, synthesis, and analysis of dental hygiene theory and practice. Information regarding dental hygiene employment is also included. Lec. 2.
Prerequisite(s): DEA 213 , DEH 301 , DEH 302 , and DEH 303 .
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DEH 352 - Dental Specialties 2 CR
A survey of operative dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, and temporomandibular dysfunction. This course is designed to introduce students to specialty practices in dentistry with emphasis on the auxiliary’s role in these areas.
Co-requisite(s): DEH 350 .
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DEH 353 - Community Dentistry II 2 CR
The study and application of current concepts in community oral health education, educational methodologies, group motivation, and program planning. This course will also provide an understanding of financing dental health care, social responsibility, and oral healthcare delivery systems.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: DEH 350 .
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DEH 354 - Ethics and Jurisprudence 2 CR
This course is designed to give the student a foundation in professional ethics and a knowledge of the laws governing the dental profession. Students will also explore current issues and controversies within the dental hygiene profession.
Co-requisite(s): DEH 350 .
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DEH 380 - Preclinical Expanded Functions 6 CR
Reviews the essentials of dental anatomy, basic chairside functions, and dental materials. Emphasis is placed on restorative dentistry for EFDA trained auxiliaries as governed by the Maine Dental Practice Act.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to EFDA curriculum (4 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory).
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DEH 381 - Clinical Expanded Functions 2 CR
Delivery of EFDA functions to patients under the direct supervision of faculty in the on-campus clinic and at affiliated off-campus dental practices.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 380 (8 clinical hours).
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DEH 400 - Dental Hygiene Practicum 3-6 CR
Provides students with opportunities for extensive experience in applying advanced knowledge and skills in a selected setting(s). Experiences may include but not be limited to teaching, research, public service, or consulting. Student must meet with advisor to arrange.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 351 , DEH 353 , or departmental approval.
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DEH 449 - Current Concepts in Dental Hygiene I 3 CR
This course includes intensive reading, writing, and discussion of the current dental hygiene literature. Emphasis placed on contemporary dental hygiene issues. Content may vary.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 351 and DEH 353 OR departmental approval.
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DEH 489 - Current Concepts in Dental Hygiene II 3 CR
Covers selected advanced topics or areas within the professional practice of dental hygiene. Content may vary. Course can be repeated for credit with departmental approval.
Prerequisite(s): DEH 351 and DEH 353 OR departmental approval.
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DEH 494 - Independent Study in Dental Hygiene 1-6 CR
Provides an opportunity to study an area not included in regular course offerings.
Prerequisite(s): matriculated in the BS in Dental Hygiene program.
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DRA 101 - Introduction to Theatre 3 CR
This course traces the historical development of drama from its beginnings in the religious rituals of primitive tribal societies to its contemporary status. All aspects of production will be studied in relation to the overall impact of the play.
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DRA 106 - Oral Communication of Literature 3 CR
An introductory course in the techniques of selecting, preparing and delivering written materials in oral presentation to an audience. A brief review of the oral tradition in literature is also included. (This course is cross listed with COM 106 .)
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DRA 151 - Play Production 3 CR
Practical hands-on experience in the technical, artistic and interpretive preparation of a dramatic presentation. All aspects of production are studied as they relate to theatre in general and applied in the preparation of a specific production. The course culminates in a public performance prepared and presented by the class.
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DRA 251 - Introduction to Acting 3 CR
This course will introduce students to the basics of acting and scene study. Students will develop an understanding of the art of acting through improvisational exercises, group discussion, in class rehearsals, and performance of scenes and monologues from modern drama.
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DRA 265 - The American Movie 3 CR
An examination of the sources of American film making, its historical development, its impact on our culture and movies as a mirror of that culture. Attention will be given to aesthetic and critical evaluations of the cinema.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 .
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DRA 280 - Introduction to Films 3 CR
Provides students with a critical framework for interpreting films and demonstrates how film makers have treated various themes.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 .
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DRA 294 - Directed Study in Theatre 1-6 CR
Student and instructor will determine the specific nature and extent of involvement in a theatre project. Progress will be monitored through consultations with the instructor and a final report due by the last day of classes during the semester. May be repeated for a maximum of three credit hours.
Prerequisite(s): DRA 101 .
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DRA 309 - Cinema in the French-Speaking World: Gender, Sexuality, and Social Change 3 CR
This course explores a variety of films in French set in of Francophone countries or regions, such as Europe (France), North America (Quebec) and Africa (Algeria, Senegal). We will seek to better understand the political, socio-economic, religious , and gendered dynamics in each film. No previous experience with the French language, WGS Studies, or cinema is expected. This course is taught in English and all films have subtitles in English. (This course is cross listed with FRE 309 , HUM 309 and WGS 309 )
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102W or permission of instructor.
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DRA 333 - Gender, Race and the Frontier in the Western Film 3 CR
This course will examine the Western film and the changing ideological and cultural perspectives that the genre expresses and encourages. Students will explore classic and revisionist westerns in their cultural and esthetic contexts with an eye towards what they say to us about gender, race, the frontier, and the nature of the American ideal.
Prerequisite(s): DRA 265 OR DRA 280 OR permission of instructor.
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DRA 334 - Romantic Comedy 3 CR
What makes a Romantic Comedy work, and how has the genre evolved and changed over the course of eight decades of American filmmaking? This course explores landmarks and new lands in a genre that customarily affords at least equal status to women, and that offers an extraordinarily wide latitude for wit, comedy and emotion.
Prerequisite(s): DRA 265 or DRA 280 or permission of instructor.
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DRA 351 - Acting and Advanced Performance Studies 3 CR
This course is designed to provide the student with an advanced concentration in the area of theatre performance. The class will examine several different plays. Students will prepare and perform scenes from each of the plays while learning and developing acting techniques appropriate for each play. Acting techniques introduced in class include: playing a scene for truth and realism, developing a physical character, and connecting to poetic text.
Prerequisite(s): DRA 251 or permission of instructor.
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