Soil & Crop Sciences (PLSCS)Agriculture and Life Sciences
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Classes
PLSCS 1900
Course Description
Introduction to agronomy and agroecology and an exploration of environmental, economic, and social factors that influence agriculture. Students participate in interactive discussions about food systems ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Bradfield Hall 101
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ryan, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Bradfield Hall 105
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ryan, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Bradfield Hall 105
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ryan, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment preference given to Agricultural Sciences majors.
PLSCS 2110
Course Description
Principles of field-crop production of major crops used for food, feed, fiber and bioenergy. Includes introductory concepts of plant growth, development and maturation as they relate to crop performance ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCS 5110
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Emerson Hall 135
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Bluhm, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Required for: Agriculture Science majors. Credit for both PLSCS 2110 and PLSCS 5110 not permitted.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M Guterman Bioclimatic Lab 110
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Bluhm, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F Guterman Bioclimatic Lab 110
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Bluhm, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PLSCS 2200
Course Description
This class serves as an introduction to the principles of geographic information systems (GIS) and mapping to understand natural, social, and environmental issues at a range of scales. Students will develop ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Warren Hall B02
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Sinton, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Mann Library B30B
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Sinton, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Labs will begin second week of classes.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Mann Library B30B
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Sinton, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Labs will begin second week of classes.
PLSCS 2600
Course Description
Designed for undergraduate and graduate students interested in a comprehensive introduction to Soil Science from both an environmental and management perspective as well as graduate students who wish to ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCS 5600
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Bradfield Hall 101
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Russell-Anelli, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: sophomores, juniors, or seniors.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M Plant Science Building G09
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Russell-Anelli, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Plant Science Building G09
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Russell-Anelli, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Plant Science Building G09
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Russell-Anelli, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Plant Science Building G09
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Russell-Anelli, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PLSCS 2940
Course Description
Overview of agricultural machinery used in the production of field crops. Information is presented in a lecture and field laboratory format stressing "hands-on" equipment demonstrations and use, particularly ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory.
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Muenscher Laboratory 108
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
DiTommaso, A
Pelzer, C
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
To enroll, contact Toni DiTommaso (ad97). Most labs will involve working with farm equipment or touring farm environments so students should wear boots or sturdy shoes and casual clothes.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Love Laboratory 125
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
DiTommaso, A
Pelzer, C
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PLSCS 3150
Course Description
This course examines components of the biology, ecology, and management of weeds in crop and non-crop ecosystems, particularly in the Northeastern United States. The first part of the course focuses on ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCS 5150
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Bradfield Hall 105
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
DiTommaso, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: introductory course in biology or botany.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Guterman Bioclimatic Lab 110
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
DiTommaso, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Guterman Bioclimatic Lab 110
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
DiTommaso, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PLSCS 3210
Course Description
Students learn about agronomy and recent advances in sustainable soil and crop management, and gain a lot of practical farming knowledge. Integrated perspectives on the physical, biological, and chemical ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCS 5210
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Warren Hall B51
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Van Es, H
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: PLSCS 1900 or PLSCS 2600.
PLSCS 4100
Course Description
Abiotic stresses including drought, temperature extremes, flooding, salinity, and toxic metals limit crop productivity, particularly in developing countries where people are resource-poor and have limited ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCS 6100
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Fernow Hall G01
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Vatamaniuk, O
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: PLBIO 3420 or equivalent, plus PLBIO 3430 or equivalent.
PLSCS 4140
Course Description
With accelerating demands for food, feed, and fiber along with increasing recognition of the importance of agricultural systems to ecosystem services and rural livelihoods, the requirements of agricultural ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: GDEV 4140, PLSCS 5140
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Fernow Hall G24
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
McDonald, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: At least one of the following courses or their equivalents: PLSCS 1900, PLSCS 2110, PLSCS 3150, PLSCS 2600, or PLSCS 3210.
PLSCS 4290
Course Description
This course introduces advanced concepts of remote sensing and numerical modeling, with hands-on experience in data acquisition, processing, and interpretation. This course aims to explore key questions ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCS 5290
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Caldwell Hall 100
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Sun, Y
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: knowledge of the basics of remote sensing, calculus, physics, and programming skills, and some background in agro-ecosystems.
PLSCS 5110
Course Description
Principles of field-crop production of food, feed, fiber and bioenergy. Includes introductory concepts of plant growth, development and maturation as they relate to crop performance and management, adaptation ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCS 2110
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Emerson Hall 135
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Bluhm, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: undergraduate and graduate students in the Crop Science, Plant Sciences, or International Agriculture curricula or by students in other majors and minors. Enrollment preference given to: advanced undergraduates and graduate students. Some field trips during lab periods. May not be taken for credit after PLSCS 2110.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M Guterman Bioclimatic Lab 110
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Bluhm, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F Guterman Bioclimatic Lab 110
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Bluhm, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Credit for both PLSCS 2110 and PLSCS 5110 not permitted. Some field trips during lab periods.
PLSCS 5140
Course Description
With accelerating demands for food, feed, and fiber along with increasing recognition of the importance of agricultural systems to ecosystem services and rural livelihoods, the requirements of agricultural ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: GDEV 4140, PLSCS 4140
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Fernow Hall G24
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
McDonald, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PLSCS 5150
Course Description
This course examines components of the biology, ecology, and management of weeds in crop and non-crop ecosystems, particularly in the Northeastern United States. The first part of the course focuses on ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCS 3150
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Bradfield Hall 105
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
DiTommaso, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Guterman Bioclimatic Lab 110
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
DiTommaso, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Guterman Bioclimatic Lab 110
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
DiTommaso, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PLSCS 5210
Course Description
Students learn about agronomy and recent advances in sustainable soil and crop management, and gain a lot of practical farming knowledge. Integrated perspectives on the physical, biological, and chemical ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCS 3210
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Warren Hall B51
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Van Es, H
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PLSCS 5290
Course Description
This course introduces advanced concepts of remote sensing and numerical modeling, with hands-on experience in data acquisition, processing, and interpretation. This course aims to explore key questions ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCS 4290
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Caldwell Hall 100
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Sun, Y
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PLSCS 5600
Course Description
Designed for undergraduate and graduate students interested in a comprehensive introduction to Soil Science from both an environmental and management perspective as well as graduate students who wish to ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCS 2600
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Bradfield Hall 101
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Russell-Anelli, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M Plant Science Building G09
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Russell-Anelli, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Plant Science Building G09
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Russell-Anelli, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Plant Science Building G09
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Russell-Anelli, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Plant Science Building G09
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Russell-Anelli, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PLSCS 6100
Course Description
Abiotic stresses including drought, temperature extremes, flooding, salinity, and toxic metals limit crop productivity, particularly in developing countries where people are resource-poor and have limited ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCS 4100
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Fernow Hall G01
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Vatamaniuk, O
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: coursework in advanced plant sciences, molecular biology and biochemistry required.
PLSCS 6660
Course Description
Microbial interactions with plant roots strongly affect plant productivity. Mutualisms, such as root nodule bacteria and mycorrhizae; deleterious interactions, such as pathogenesis and herbivory; and the ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Emerson Hall 133
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Thies, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PLSCS 6710
Course Description
This course provides an understanding of soil chemical properties and processes. A detailed examination of the structure and surface chemistry of mineral and organic colloidal particles important to the ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Fernow Hall G01
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Martinez, C
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: one year of physical chemistry. Permission of instructor required for students who do not meet prerequisite.