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ISS 250 - Auditing IT Infrastructures 3 CR
This course covers the principles, the approaches and the methodology in auditing information systems to ensure the processes and the procedures are in compliance with pertinent laws and regulatory provisions especially in the context of information systems security.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 .
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ISS 260 - Cloud Security 3 CR
This course provides a broad and deep understanding of cloud computing operations with emphasis on cloud platform and infrastructure security. Topic such as the building block technologies of the cloud, cloud data security, operation, and systems management will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 .
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ISS 262 - Identity Security and Management 3 CR
This course aims to provide an introductory course to identity management and security. The course will examine definitions of Personal Identifiable Information (PII); identity management and security challenges, and best practices. The course will look at the combined people, process, policies, and technology required to manage and secure PII for a number of different market sectors. The course will examine the practical applications of information security and it relationship to identity management.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210
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ISS 264 - Wireless and Mobile Security 3 CR
This course explores wireless and mobile device security. Students will begin by learning about the history of data networks and the evolution of wired and wireless networking, and review the mobile revolution. The course explore wireless local area network (WLAN) design, operation, behavior, threats and vulnerabilities directly associated wireless networks. The course examines risks and vulnerabilities of mobile devices, security models associated with the most common mobile operating systems, and mobile device fingerprinting techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 .
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ISS 282 - 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.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 , CIS 221 , and CIS 240 .
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ISS 301 - Cybersecurity Competitions 1 CR
This course will prepare students for participation in cybersecurity competitions. The primary competition will be the National Cyber League’s Cyber Challenge Competition which features both individual and team competitions. Students would be required to compete in both types of competitions to receive credit. This course can be repeated up to 6 times for credit. A student will need to complete a minimum of three competitors to meet core requirements. This course will be a pass/fail course
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Instructor.
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ISS 310 - Information Security Architecture 3 CR
This course examines enterprise-level security architecture and its relationship to physical security. Security in service-oriented architecture (SOA), software-as-a-service (SaaS), business-to-business architectures, cloud computing and virtualization are discussed. Topics include security infrastructure, policy and procedures, assessment, auditing, secure communications, defense in depth, multiple security zones, multi-level security, cross-domain solutions, and the unique challenges of advanced architectures. Emphasis is paid to the interrelationship of the security strategic plan with the business strategic plan and the strategic plans of other corporate functional units.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 .
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ISS 320 - Security Monitoring 3 CR
This course surveys tools and techniques designed to detect vulnerabilities that exist on an organization’s computer systems. The course will walk through how to manage an assessment, including the development of a scope statement, the understanding and proper use of assessment methodology, the creation of an expert assessment team, and the production of a valuable response report. The course examines common attack methods, general inadequacies in various systems and Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) and some common methods to mitigate them in the organization.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 .
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ISS 325 - Security Metrics 3 CR
This course provides a broad and deep understanding of the security data, its measurements, and environment factors that impact the metrics. It teaches student what data is involved in security metrics, the tools and techniques in how to collect and analyze the metrics, and what factors between users and data impacts results.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 101 and ISS 210 .
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ISS 332 - System Forensics I 3 CR
This course offers an introduction to system forensics investigation and response. Areas of study include a procedure for investigating computer and cybercrime and concepts for collecting, analyzing, recovering and preserving forensic evidence. This course will introduce students to EnCase. (This course is cross-listed with JUS 332 .)
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 .
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ISS 334 - Cyberlaw 3 CR
This course is designed to enable students to concentrate on the legal issues and challenges that the changes in technology have created. Crimes such as identity theft, fraud, software protection, property rights violations and online staling will be explored. This course will examine how laws expanded and changed to account for the increase of crimes in the digital age.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 .
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ISS 340 - Computer Security 3 CR
This course provides an in-depth analysis of the security components at the operating system level. The focus is on the basic elements that provide identification and authentication, access control and security auditing. In addition to general concepts, both the UNIX/Linux and Windows operating systems are studied. The course will examine software, database, web, and mobile services security as well as explore new paradigms for access control on computer systems.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 .
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ISS 350 - Databases and Database Security 3 CR
This course covers building security into databases during the design. From database installation and testing to auditing and SQL Injection, the course examines the essential processes and protocols required to prevent intrusions. Life cycle security development models are presented in addition to verification and validation strategies. The role of the security professional in the creation and management of a database security policy is examined.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 .
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ISS 360 - Incident Response 3 CR
This course will provide an overview of contingency planning and operations by examining the foundations of contingency operations and the development of plans to deal with business continuity in the case of a disaster. The course examines the administration of the planning process for incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning. Topics include disaster recovery issues, possible threats, categories of disruptions, disaster recovery plan, developing a recovery team, backup alternatives, facility backups, electronic vaulting, off-site storage, testing and drills, maintenance, and phases of planning for recovery.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 220 .
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ISS 370 - Cyberwarfare and Cyberterrorism 3 CR
This course explores the cyberwarfare landscape, offensive and defensive cyberwarfare techniques, and the future of cyberwarfare. It also addresses military doctrine and strategies, intelligence operations, and cyberwarfare-related laws and ethics. Students will be exposed to many cybersecurity technologies, processes, and procedures that help to protect endpoints, networks, and data. They will also learn how to identify and analyze threat and vulnerabilities, and create appropriate mitigation strategies.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 101 .
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ISS 372 - The Internet of Things (IoT) 3 CR
This course will examine the Internet of Things (IoT), the interconnectivity of systems, smart devices, objects, and people. The IoT affects every aspects of our life from smart phones, watches, multiple home devices that can be controlled from any mobile device. This course will look at the privacy issues and security concerns associated with this interconnectivity. The course will examine the tools and methodology used to address security of IoT.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 100 or CIS 101 .
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ISS 380 - Cybersecurity Internship 3 CR
The Cybersecurity Internship is a required cybersecurity offering at bachelor-degree level that provides the student with an opportunity to build a professional portfolio of relevant work experience. With the guidance of an organizational mentor, students will obtain a work related internship with cybersecurity.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 330 and ISS 210 .
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ISS 385 - Malware Analysis 3 CR
This course will examine the concepts, tools, and techniques to understand the behavior and characteristics of malware using malware analysis. The course will introduce the basic concepts of malware analysis, advanced code analysis, and memory forensics to analyze malware threats.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 and CIS 110 .
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ISS 389 - Topics in Cybersecurity 3 CR
Topics in cybersecurity that are not offered in the regular program but pertinent to cybersecurity for which there is a perceived need or interest.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 or permission of Instructor.
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ISS 394 - Independent Study in Cybersecurity 3 CR
A course devoted to an independent study or research in cybersecurity in an area not covered in regularly scheduled cybersecurity courses.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 or permission of Instructor.
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ISS 410 - Cybersecurity I 3 CR
The course provides an in-depth look at network defense concepts and techniques. This course examines theoretical concepts of secure network design and provides methodology for creating a secure network defense with a practical, hands-on approach. Topics include firewalls, intrusion detection methods, wireless security methods, VPN’s, and perimeter security fundamentals.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 and CIS 240 .
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ISS 412 - Cybersecurity II 3 CR
The course provides an in-depth look at testing network defenses by the use of penetration testing techniques. The course examines the various tools and methodology used in penetration testing as well as the software and networks used by hackers to access unauthorized information. The course also addresses incident handling methods used when information security is compromised.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 410 .
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ISS 432 - System Forensics II 3 CR
The course is a more in depth study of the technical aspects of computer forensics. Its focus is the examination and analysis of data on computer storage media. It covers current computer forensic tools, digital evidence controls, computer forensic analysis and recovering files. This course will use EnCase. (This course is cross-listed with JUS 432 .)
Prerequisite(s): ISS 332 /JUS 332 .
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ISS 434 - Mobile Forensics 3 CR
This course explores mobile device security and forensics. The course examines risks and vulnerabilities of mobile devices, security models associated with the most common mobile operating systems, and mobile device fingerprinting techniques. The course will introduce mobile device forensics and will use Paraben’s Device Seizure software for hands on forensic examination of a variety of mobile devices.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 .
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ISS 436 - Digital Evidence Analysis 3 CR
Digital Evidence Analysis teaches students how to understand and decipher the complexities of digital and multimedia evidence. The course walks student through the proper legal procedures for acquiring, analyzing, and storing digital and multimedia evidence. The course also instructs the student in the proper procedures for testifying about digital evidence in court.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 332 or ISS 434 .
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ISS 438 - 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): ISS 436 .
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ISS 450 - Secure Software Design 3 CR
This course covers building security into software products during the software design and programming. Vulnerabilities related to poor programming techniques and data structure design are examined. Life cycle security development models are presented in addition to verification and validation strategies. The role of the security professional in the creation and management of software security policy is examined.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 and CIS 312 or CIS 314 or CIS 354 .
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ISS 470 - Information Systems Security Management 3 CR
This course covers a wide variety of issues related to the management information security systems. Topics covered include access control models, information security governance, and information security program assessment and metrics. Coverage on the foundational and technical components of information security is included to reinforce key concepts. The course includes up-to-date information on changes in the field, such as national and international laws and international standards like the ISO 27000 series.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 220 and ISS 410 .
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ISS 482 - Advanced Cybersecurity Operations 3 CR
The course provides students an in-depth look at cyber operations through a Security Operations Center (SOC) during incident investigations. The value of hands-on experience is very relevant for effective cyber investigations while in industry. Students in this course will work on the Maine Cyber Range (MCR) a fully working simulated network with live cyber attacks. This helps students broaden their skills base in critical thinking to make decisions during a cyber attack investigation and response, as well as direct an incident response team.
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 , CIS 221 and ISS 410 .
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ISS 485 - Cybersecurity Capstone 3 CR
This course examines the ethics in cybersecurity of different factors, formats, and impacts. The principles of ethics needs to be a critical learning outcome for students that become cybersecurity professionals. The student will also learn how to present their university coursework and any participation in cybersecurity clubs and events using an online portfolio. This is the final course for the Cybersecurity degree program.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of 90 credit hours.
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INT 188 - The Interdisciplinary Colloquium 1 CR
A one-credit course that connects to the convocation/academic theme and student conference. Each class meeting faculty will talk about their work in relation to the theme (once a week for 50 minutes). Students will engage in conversation online after the weekly presentation. Attendance at the Interdisciplinary Student Conference required (distance options available). (This course is cross listed with HON 188 )
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INT 189 - Introductory Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies 1-12 CR
(Topic would be indicated.) Students will engage with a topic from a variety of perspectives, between and among the disciplines.
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INT 208 - Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies 3 CR
In an increasingly complex world, the subjects we study don’t always fit into predetermined boxes. Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies gives students the tools needed for an understanding, and application of, complex and layered ideas. Students will learn how interdisciplinary studies developed, why it is valuable to education, and how it can be used in-and beyond-education. (This course is cross listed with HON 208 )
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 .
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INT 289 - Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies 1-12 CR
(Topic would be indicated.) Students will engage with a topic from a variety of perspectives, between and among the disciplines.
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INT 294 - Independent Study in Interdisciplinary Studies 1-6 CR
This course provides an opportunity to delve deeper into a topic of interest by engaging in independent study. The student will work with a faculty member as they exchange ideas and develop an interdisciplinary approach to the topic of interest. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): Permmission of the Instructor.
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INT 330 - Wham! Bang! Pow! Graphic Storytelling in Form and Practice 6 CR
The purpose of this course is twofold: to investigate critical methods in reading the graphic novel, and to explore the possibilities of creating sequential art through word and image. Throughout the semester, students will engage in in-depth studies of specific graphic novels and will learn numerous art techniques in order to engage in graphic storytelling of their own. (This course is cross listed with ART 330 and ENG 330 .)
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102W .
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INT 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 DSC 352 .)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 101 or CIS 135 or CIS 150 or CIS 360 or permission of instructor.
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INT 389 - Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies 1-12 CR
(Topic would be indicated.) Students will engage with a topic from a variety of perspectives, between and among the disciplines.
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INT 394 - Independent Study in Interdisciplinary Studies 1-6 CR
This course provides an opportunity to delve deeper into a topic of interest by engaging in independent study. The student will work with a faculty member as they exchange ideas and develop an interdisciplinary approach to the topic of interest. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Instructor.
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INT 430 - Embodied Social Justice: Racialized Trauma and Cultural Transformation 3 CR
What does it feel like to be centered, grounded, and in your body? How does this state allow us to heal and hold space for others to heal? In this course, we will explore theoretical foundations in the interdisciplinary field of ESJ, which combines and expands critical race theories, and intersectional feminist theory along with trauma studies, transformative justice, Somatics, neuroscience, and so much more. We will learn embodied practices for self-care and critical consciousness through mind/body healing practices like yoga and meditation. (This course is cross-listed with AME 430 and WGS 430 .)
Prerequisite(s): Any AME, INT, or WGS course or permission of instructor.
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INT 489 - Advanced Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies 1-12 CR
(Topic would be indicated.) Students will engage with a topic from a variety of perspectives, between and among the disciplines.
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INT 494 - Independent Study in Interdisciplinary Studies 1-6 CR
This course provides an opportunity to delve deeper into a topic of interest by engaging in independent study. The student will work with a faculty member as they exchange ideas and develop an interdisciplinary approach to the topic of interest. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Instructor.
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INT 495 - Capstone in Interdisciplinary Studies 3 CR
Students will work with their faculty advisor(s) to design and carry out a project that best fits the student’s educational and career goals and acts as a culminating experience to their overall education in INT. Projects may include scholarly research and/or the opportunity to put ideas into action through civic engagement and/or activist projects. Students are encouraged to present their work at the UMA Student Research Conference.
Prerequisite(s): successful completion of 90 credit hours toward the INT degree.
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INT 496 - Interdisciplinary Studies Internship 3-12 CR
An internship experience for advanced Interdisciplinary Studies majors. Students will work with their faculty advisor(s) to design or secure an internship related to their INT major coursework. Students who are already working in a job or field related to their major may use this course to earn credit as they reflect upon the relationship between their work and their education. Students may also use this course to work on a civic engagement or campus or community-based project.
Prerequisite(s): successful completion of 90 credit hours toward the INT degree and INT 495 (or concurrent enrollment).
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JUS 103 - Foundations of Criminal Justice 3 CR
This course will analyze the developmental events that have shaped the processes which constitute the major contemporary criminal justice institutions. The historical development of law, police, courts, corrections, and juvenile justice systems are studied from their early beginnings to contemporary issues, which may lead to future trends in justice.
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JUS 105 - Legal Research and Materials 3 CR
Introduces research methods and the use of legal materials in preparing legal memoranda. Students learn to use subscription and open-source legal search engines and databases to find statues, case reporters, digests, treaties, legal encyclopedias, restatements, Shepard’s Citations, and other related law finders in preparing legal memoranda.
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JUS 121 - Criminal Law 3 CR
The application and philosophy of criminal law will be studied. Problems of interpretations of the statutory criminal law will be examined for the purpose of effective enforcement.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 or consent of the instructor.
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JUS 123 - Contemporary Corrections 3 CR
Course provides an analysis of the development and effectiveness of the Community Corrections Model. Focus is placed on the structure and functions of probation and parole agencies, residential treatment programs, diversion practices and a variety of temporary and early prison release programs.
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JUS 124 - Introduction to Crime Prevention 3 CR
The historical, philosophical and practical basis of crime prevention programs. Emphasis on efforts to increase citizen awareness and involvement. Introduction to procedural and physical security methods, from architectural design to crime prevention surveys. Retail and residential crime prevention practices will be highlighted.
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JUS 160 - Introduction to Forensic Science 3 CR
Application of physical science to judicial matters. Covers the collection, identification and preservation of physical evidence for use in the courts as well as the techniques and limitations of science laboratory capabilities.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 or Permission of Instructor.
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JUS 200 - Principles of Investigation 3 CR
Applications to accidents, crimes and other incidents. Theory and application of scientific method to such cases, including interviewing of witnesses, gathering of facts and evidence and drawing conclusions.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 , or permission of instructor.
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JUS 212 - Real Estate Transfer Procedures 3 CR
Theory and practice of creating an adequate history of title to real estate for beginners. Mortgages and closings are also examined. Use of Registry of Deeds resources is required.
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JUS 216 - Principles of Litigation 3 CR
Investigates the important steps of civil and criminal procedure and the relevant, accompanying documents, starting with the commencement of an action or arrest, through the appellate procedure and the enforcement of the judgment or incarceration.
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JUS 218 - Estate Administration 3 CR
Prepares the student to participate in the disposition of a decedent’s estate through the probate process. Covers probate procedure and documents, the rules of intestate succession, the rules for executing a valid will, the function of the Personal Representative, the procedures for Formal and Informal Probate, and the tax considerations income and inheritance of administering an estate.
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JUS 222 - Family Law 3 CR
This course introduces the Maine law of marriage and divorce. It includes child custody and property division and introduces the Maine law of adoption and paternity. It also covers the drafting requirements of complaints, motions, interrogatories and agreements as well as interviewing techniques.
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JUS 223 - Principles of Management 3 CR
A comprehensive study of management in public and private sectors. The influence of human, social and political factors is integrated with treatment of manager’s structural and technical processes. Analyses focus on such theories as planning, controlling, decision making, organizational design, administrative skills, communications and information systems. (This course is cross listed with BUA 223 /POS 223 ).
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JUS 230 - Traffic Accident Reconstruction 3 CR
Enables personnel with police traffic service responsibilities to acquire knowledge and skill in conducting traffic accident investigations, implementing traffic law enforcement activities, planning and supervising police traffic service functions and accident prevention programs.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 , and MAT 100 or permission of instructor.
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JUS 231 - Legal Writing 3 CR
Introduces legal writing and analysis, including the building blocks of legal reasoning and rhetoric, and their application in the preparation of legal memoranda, essays, and court briefs.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 105 - Legal Research and Materials and ENG 101 .
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JUS 250 - Consumer Fraud and White Collar Crime 3 CR
The development, philosophy and general principles of consumer fraud and white collar crime, with emphasis on identification as well as the development of appropriate investigative techniques.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 OR permission of instructor.
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JUS 252 - Ethics in Criminal Justice 3 CR
The presence of authority, power, force, and discretion exists in each of the subsystems of the criminal justice system. The importance of ethical leadership exists in each area of the system. This course provides the basic philosophical principles necessary to analyze ethical dilemmas for law enforcement, courts and corrections.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 .
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JUS 271W - Due Process in Criminal Justice 3 CR
Considers the provisions of the Constitution which relate to persons employed in the criminal justice field, paralegal or legal assistant field, and business and industrial security.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 and ENG 101 .
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JUS 289 - Topics in Justice Studies 3 CR
(Topic would be indicated.) Seminar to identify and discuss topics in justice studies with emphasis on analysis of contemporary problems and possible solutions. Limited to A.S. in Justice Studies students.
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JUS 294 - Paralegal Practicum 3 CR
Pre-planned work experience for the Justice Studies student, combining suitable paid and/or volunteer work in the community which reflects skills learned in academic courses and offers supervision. Provides an opportunity to practice skills learned in academic course work, obtain job experience and evaluate the fit of the chosen career with the student’s aspirations.
Prerequisite(s): 30 credit hours and permission of program coordinator.
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JUS 296W - Professional Responsibility 3 CR
The application of legal research techniques to current legal issues of a paralegal’s professional responsibility emphasizing appropriate analysis of issues and use of primary and secondary source materials to define the law of a paralegal’s ethical obligations. Several written memoranda will be required.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 105 and ENG 101 .
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JUS 298 - Directed Study in Justice Studies 1-6 CR
Provides an opportunity to undertake study in specialized areas not covered in the regular course offerings.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of program faculty.
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JUS 302 - Juvenile Justice 3 CR
The concept of juvenile justice explored through the interrelation of the judicial system, juvenile justice system, law enforcement agencies, and social service agencies. Course includes current interpretations of delinquent behavior, analysis of diverse institutional programs, and current options for dealing with delinquent behavior within the criminal justice system.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 .
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JUS 305 - Women in Criminal Justice 3 CR
Topics include variations in female criminality by race and social class, treatment of women by the criminal justice system and what women can do to prevent victimization.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 OR permission of instructor.
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JUS 307 - Violence in the Family 3 CR
This course provides descriptive and analytical dimensions of violence syndromes occurring within the family. Types of domestic abuse, including spousal, sibling, domestic partner and elder abuse and neglect are considered from a perspective of symptom recognition and treatment, both legal and therapeutic. This course identifies what family violence is, the cycle of violence, who it affects, and its impact on society as a whole.
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JUS 313 - American Legal History 3 CR
This course will provide the background of the history of American law, charting both the development of America’s legal institutions-such as the court system, the police force, and a professionalized legal bar-and the explosive growth of its criminal, civil and regulatory law.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 and JUS 105 .
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JUS 315 - Tribal Law 3 CR
The sovereign status of federally recognized Native American tribal nations predates the United States and is the foundation for Federal Indian Law. Tribal law is the law tribes develop and apply to their members and territories. This course introduces Federal Indian Law and Tribal Law in Maine, with particular emphasis on comparing cultural and restorative justice principles and the traditional Anglo-American criminal justice system.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 .
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JUS 316 - Criminology 3 CR
Designed to enhance student awareness and comprehension of social and cultural factors in the causation of crime and juvenile delinquency. A review and analysis of recent theories and research findings, a theoretical venture in applied sociology. (This course is cross listed with SOC 316 .)
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 and SOC 201 .
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JUS 319 - Policing in Communities of Color 3 CR
The course will focus on policing in communities of color and the emotional damage and trauma that police have caused in these communities. The course explores the Black Lives Matter movement, implicit and explicit bias in the justice system, building community trust, limiting the scope of police intervention, de-escalation of violence, how European police have trained to reduce violence toward Roma people, and the war on drugs in the US. (This course is cross-listed with POS 319 ).
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 or permission.
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JUS 324 - Political and Legal Thought 3 CR
This class provides a history of Western political and legal thought, from classical Greece and Rome to the contemporary United States, examining the way this thought has shaped American policy, legislation and jurisprudence.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 and JUS 103 .
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JUS 332 - System Forensics I 3 CR
This course offers an introduction to system forensics investigation and response. Areas of study include a procedure for investigating computer and cybercrime and concepts for collecting, analyzing, recovering and preserving forensic evidence. This course will introduce students to EnCase. (This course is cross-listed with ISS 332 .)
Prerequisite(s): ISS 210 .
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JUS 341 - Law of Criminal Evidence 3 CR
Topics covered in the course will include criminal evidence procedure in various court systems; procedures for arrest, search and seizure; collection of evidence and other related topics.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 OR permission of instructor.
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JUS 352 - Community Policing 3 CR
This course will review the history of community policing as well as early applications of the philosophy in the United States. A significant amount of time will be devoted to understanding contemporary and emerging models of community policing, including Maine initiatives. Also discussed will be evaluation techniques for program objectives, performance, and organizational issues.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 .
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JUS 362 - Practicum in Justice Studies 3 CR
This course affords bachelor degree students the opportunity to apply their academic skills in any professional environment which is included in the spectrum of academic choices offered by the major e.g., from community policing or corrections to domestic violence advocate or restorative justice volunteer. Students are expected to be involved in the design and implementation of the project. Junior standing is recommended.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 .
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JUS 363 - Comparative International Justice Issues 3 CR
The course compares the procedural and substantive law under the Anglo-American adversary system to Europe’s civil law system and the selected International Tribunals, particularly, the UN. The comparison includes examination of the fundamental rights enumerated in the foundational documents of Anglo-American justice, European civil law and the UN’s application international law.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 or equivalent course.
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JUS 364 - Human Rights Violation: Torture and Trauma 3 CR
Human Rights refer to the basic rights and freedoms to which all humans are entitled. To violate the most basic human rights, is to deny individuals their fundamental moral entitlements. The focus of the course will be on how the experience of intentional psychological and physical torture affect individuals, families and societies. We will discuss the short-term and long-term psychological, neurological, biological, social and disability-related consequences of torture and trauma. (This course is cross listed with HUS 364 and SSC 364 )
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
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JUS 365 - Drug Law 3 CR
This course explores the legal prohibition of certain drugs under federal and state law as well as the efforts of law enforcement and government agencies to reduce abuse of those drugs through interdiction, criminal sentencing, community policing, and substance abuse treatment.
Prerequisite(s): CNB 100 or JUS 103 .
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JUS 375 - Counter-Terrorism 3 CR
This is a specialized contemporary investigation/methods course for the criminal justice/administration of justice student. Topics will include: Internet investigation, intelligence techniques, risk assessment/pre-incidence planning, terrorism, profiling, weapons of mass destruction, post-incident responses, interviewing victims, and management of critical incidents. Course may include guest lecturers, practical exercises, and on-site visits to agencies and terror crimes scenes.
Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing in justice studies OR completion of the JUS core OR any full-time law enforcement officer.
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JUS 376 - Mental Health and Corrections 3 CR
In Mental Health Corrections students will discuss, learn and research aspects of the intersection of Mental Health and Corrections in the United States. Students will lean contributing factors, historic approaches and best practices today. The material learned will serve as a foundation to understanding promising practices and innovators in today’s correctional systems. (This course is cross listed with HUS 376 )
Prerequisite(s): HUS 101 or JUS 103 or PSY 100 or SOC 101 or permission of instructor.
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JUS 380 - Probation and Parole 3 CR
An examination of the evidence-based techniques in community corrections such as Pre-Trial Diversion, Classification & Supervision, Modification & Termination, Residential and Non-Residential Community supervision, Economic and Restorative Justice, Parole, Re-entry and Juvenile Probation and Parole.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 .
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JUS 388 - Contemporary Justice Issues 3 CR
Discussion and research will focus on theoretical and practical issues in the limelight of current criminal justice thinking. Students will select topics for discussion and will be expected to become involved in the production of a relevant project.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 and junior standing in the Justice Studies program.
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JUS 389 - Topics in Justice Studies 3 CR
(Topic would be indicated.) A course devoted to subject areas in justice studies that are not among the regularly scheduled offerings, but in which there are apparent student needs for periodic offering. For Baccalaureate degree students.
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JUS 390 - Advocacy and Public Policy 3 CR
The purpose of this course is to create a knowledge base and skill structure so that students can assess, attempt and effect a change in public policy through advocacy. Early classes will focus on the coalition-building, the legislative process, and critical analysis of public policy and the art of advocacy, both in civic engagement and through the court system. Students will identify issues of public concern and learn techniques of grass roots advocacy in order to advance their causes.
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JUS 391 - Mediation 3 CR
This course teaches concepts of conflict diagnosis, active listening and mediation skills through reading, participation in role plays, observation and drafting agreements. This course goes beyond the typical 40-hour mediation course template, with synchronous meeting requirements.
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JUS 392 - Hate Crimes 3 CR
This course examines the response of the criminal justice system to the hate, prejudice, and bias that causes crime. Racism and prejudice will be examined on the individual, institutional, and systems levels.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or JUS 103 or permission of instructor.
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JUS 395 - Resilient and Safe Communities 3 CR
This course will examine community well-being and the capacity to find sustainable solutions to adverse issues of crime, violence, disorder and harmful life situations and incidents. Development of a resilient community engages citizens, public safety, volunteers and government officials into collaborative teams to address and improve quality of life needs. Resilience addresses leadership, civic and social responsibility, collaboration, preparedness, and individual endurance, capacity and perseverance skills.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 .
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JUS 402 - Restorative Justice 3 CR
Restorative Justice as an alternative to the punitive and expensive responses to offenders and the restricted, unsatisfying involvement of victims in the criminal justice system, will explore victim-offender mediation, restorative conferencing and circles, circles of support and accountability and sentencing implementation, recidivism, limits on restitution.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 .
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JUS 405 - Contracts and Consumer Law 3 CR
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of contracts and consumer law. Students will learn to identify, distinguish, and articulate the elements of unilateral and bilateral contracts and the application of the statute of frauds in order to build a legal case. Students will also learn about federal and Maine consumer protection laws and how to interpret them.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 105 and JUS 216 .
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JUS 410 - Forensic Psychology 3 CR
This course is the study and practice of psychology as it applies to issues relation to the law and legal system, such as: determination of competency and insanity, witness and expert testimony, the social psychology of the courtroom, and credibility of witnesses. (This course is cross listed with PSY 410 )
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 and JUS 103 or permission.
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JUS 417 - Torts and Insurance Law 3 CR
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of personal injury law. Students will learn to identify, distinguish, and articulate the elements of intentional torts, negligence, and strict liability torts in order to build a legal case. Students will learn about insurance contracts and how to interpret them.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 105 and JUS 216 .
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JUS 432 - System Forensics II 3 CR
The course is a more in depth study of the technical aspects of computer forensics. Its focus is the examination and analysis of data on computer storage media. It covers current computer forensic tools, digital evidence controls, computer forensic analysis and recovering files. This course will use EnCase. (This course is cross-listed with ISS 432 .)
Prerequisite(s): JUS 332 /ISS 332 .
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JUS 440 - Police Role in a Democratic Society 3 CR
This course addresses the role of the police in the 21st Century which has evolved from law enforcement to a complex set of interweaving criteria which address cost, collaboration, information-sharing and efficiency. These higher expectations mandate closer relationships with citizens and the larger professional community.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 103 or permission of instructor.
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JUS 441 - Issues of Police Civil Liability 3 CR
This course is designed to familiarize the student on the subject of civil liability as a public sector employee within the criminal justice system. Student should have completed at least two years of college study.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of a course in due process and at least one introductory-level writing course or permission of the instructor, JUS 271W and ENG 101 .
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JUS 450 - Conflict Resolution 3 CR
A study of conflict resolution, particularly in relation to the helping professions. Theoretical constructs are studied. Students learn to identify and diagnose conflict. Conflict resolution techniques such as negotiation, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution. Traditional litigation, Diplomacy and Restorative Justice are introduced and discussed as points of reference. (This course is cross-listed with SSC 450 .)
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or permission of the instructor.
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JUS 471 - Judicial Processes 3 CR
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the integration of politics and judicial construction. It includes an analysis of the judicial appointment process at the state and federal level and explores the development of judicial philosophy after appointment.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 121 and JUS 271W , or permission of instructor.
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JUS 472 - Issues in Property Division, Custody, and Support 3 CR
This course teaches concepts of property division, custody and spousal support in divorce cases. The course will advance knowledge gained in JUS 222 Family Law to apply in Family Court mediation.
Prerequisite(s): JUS 222 .
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JUS 488W - Senior Seminar and Capstone Experience 3 CR
An in-depth examination of current issues in justice studies. Students will complete an original research project or a traditional research paper. Students will also prepare a portfolio of their representative work in the required JUS courses which will include a reflection on the role of the courses in the student’s educational development.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 and JUS 363 , or permission of instructor.
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