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PLSCI 1101

This course will explore the scientific principles and processes forming the foundation of plant-based systems that provide food, fiber, beverage, environmental enhancement, medicine and art. Students ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  1176 PLSCI 1101   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Miller, W

  • Priority given to Agricultural Sciences, Plant Sciences and Landscape Architecture majors, plus Horticulture minors.

  •  1177 PLSCI 1101   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Miller, W

  •  1632 PLSCI 1101   LAB 402

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Miller, W

  •  9693 PLSCI 1101   LAB 403

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Miller, W

PLSCI 1110

Navigating the first year of college is a personal and professional challenge. This course provides opportunities for new students who major in Agricultural Sciences or Plant Sciences to acclimate, discover, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Plant Sciences Major Cohort

  •  1607 PLSCI 1110   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Boggs, L

      Pritts, M

  • Enrollment limited to: new students in the Agricultural Sciences and Plant Sciences majors. Students will be bulk-enrolled by the program.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Agricultural Sciences Major Cohort

  • 12191 PLSCI 1110   LEC 002

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Rossi, F

  • Enrollment limited to: new students in the Agricultural Sciences and Plant Sciences majors. Students will be bulk-enrolled by the program.

PLSCI 1300

This course provides a comprehensive review of the modern food system from the green revolution to the industrialized model of today. It offers a critical perspective on existing paradigms and insights ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: GDEV 1300

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2199 PLSCI 1300   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bezner Kerr, R

      Rossi, F

  •  2200 PLSCI 1300   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bezner Kerr, R

      Rossi, F

  •  2201 PLSCI 1300   LAB 402

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bezner Kerr, R

      Rossi, F

PLSCI 1560

The purpose of this course is to facilitate making connections between biology and chemistry at the time you are learning the chemistry. In reality, chemistry is essential to biology. Life is, after all, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  8950 PLSCI 1560   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gunn, L

  • Corequisite: CHEM 1560.

PLSCI 1900

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1025 PLSCI 1900   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Ryan, M

  • Enrollment preference given to: Agricultural Sciences majors.

  •  1026 PLSCI 1900   LAB 401

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Ryan, M

  •  1027 PLSCI 1900   LAB 402

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Ryan, M

PLSCI 2100

Plants have always played a key role in the history of life on Earth and have served as medicinal agents in all societies since prehistoric times. Medical Ethnobotany is the study of medicinal plants used ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  8951 PLSCI 2100   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Friso, G

  • Enrollment preference is given to: Junior and Sophomore Plant Sciences and Agricultural Sciences majors.

PLSCI 2110

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5110

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  1188 PLSCI 2110   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bluhm, D

  • Required for: Agriculture Science majors.

  •  1189 PLSCI 2110   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bluhm, D

  •  1665 PLSCI 2110   LAB 402

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bluhm, D

PLSCI 2200

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2083 PLSCI 2200   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Ponstingel, J

  •  2084 PLSCI 2200   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Ponstingel, J

  • Labs will begin second week of classes.

  •  2085 PLSCI 2200   LAB 402

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Ponstingel, J

  • Labs will begin second week of classes.

PLSCI 2260

This course is a hands-on, experiential learning opportunity for students who wish to acquire the skills involved in planning and implementing the agroforestry practice known as forest farming. This course ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one laboratory and one field studies.

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2269 PLSCI 2260   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Morreale, S

      Mudge, K

  •  2270 PLSCI 2260   FLD 801

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Morreale, S

      Mudge, K

PLSCI 2400

Focuses on helping individuals understand how scientific information relates to the issues they face as citizens, in management decision making, and in public policy. To what extent should genetic engineering ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2091 PLSCI 2400   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  • Contact Dr. Silva (ts21) for a permission number.

  •  2092 PLSCI 2400   DIS 201

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2093 PLSCI 2400   DIS 202

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2094 PLSCI 2400   DIS 203

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2095 PLSCI 2400   DIS 204

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2096 PLSCI 2400   DIS 205

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2097 PLSCI 2400   DIS 206

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2098 PLSCI 2400   DIS 207

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2099 PLSCI 2400   DIS 208

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2100 PLSCI 2400   DIS 209

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2155 PLSCI 2400   DIS 210

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2156 PLSCI 2400   DIS 211

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2157 PLSCI 2400   DIS 212

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2255 PLSCI 2400   DIS 213

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  •  2281 PLSCI 2400   DIS 214

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  • 18365 PLSCI 2400   DIS 215

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

PLSCI 2410

Introduction to plant diversity, ecology, structure, and evolutionary adaptation, with an emphasis on land plants. Laboratory and lectures are integrated to provide hands-on skills and concepts. First ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  1119 PLSCI 2410   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Niklas, K

  • Two field trips are required. Enrollment preference given to: Plant Sciences majors and minors.

  •  1120 PLSCI 2410   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Niklas, K

  •  1121 PLSCI 2410   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Niklas, K

  •  1122 PLSCI 2410   LAB 403

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Niklas, K

  •  1123 PLSCI 2410   LAB 404

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Niklas, K

PLSCI 2480

An introduction to the goals and methods of plant systematics, and a survey of the diversity of vascular plants, including ferns, conifers, flowering plants, and related groups. Lectures cover ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2322 PLSCI 2480   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Crepet, W

      Nixon, K

      Specht, C

  • Prerequisite: BIOEE 1780 or PLSCI 2410.

  •  2323 PLSCI 2480   LAB 401

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Crepet, W

      Nixon, K

      Specht, C

PLSCI 2600

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5600

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1028 PLSCI 2600   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  • Enrollment limited to: seniors, juniors, and sophomores.

  •  1029 PLSCI 2600   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  •  1030 PLSCI 2600   LAB 402

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  •  1031 PLSCI 2600   LAB 403

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  •  1791 PLSCI 2600   LAB 404

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Russell-Anelli, J

PLSCI 2940

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1623 PLSCI 2940   LEC 001

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • DiTommaso, A

      Pelzer, C

  • To enroll, contact Chris Pelzer (cjp254). Most labs will involve working with farm equipment or touring farm environments so students should wear boots or sturdy shoes and casual clothes.

  •  1624 PLSCI 2940   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • DiTommaso, A

      Pelzer, C

PLSCI 2990

Intended for students who are new to undergraduate research. Students enrolled in PLSCI 2990 may be reading scientific literature, learning research techniques, or assisting with ongoing research. The ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

PLSCI 3000

This course is an introduction to the identification, cultural requirements, and use of northern climate annual and perennial herbaceous plants in the landscape. Herbaceous plants are important parts of ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First.  Combined with: PLSCI 5000

  • 1.5 Credits Opt NoAud

  • 19055 PLSCI 3000   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Oct 11, 2024
    • Skelly, S

PLSCI 3010

Introduction to the biology of the pathogens that cause plant diseases, and the diagnosis and management of plant diseases. Topics include the biology of bacteria, fungi, oomycetes, viruses, and nematodes; ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5010

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  1104 PLSCI 3010   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Cox, K

  • Prerequisite: one year of biology. Lab portion of the course starts the second week of classes. Enrollment preference given to Plant Sciences majors, School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS) minor candidates, Master of Professional Studies (MPS) and graduate students. Junior standing or higher required. Interested sophomores may contact instructor to be put on a waitlist.

  •  1105 PLSCI 3010   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Cox, K

  • The laboratory section of this course starts the second week of classes.

  •  1106 PLSCI 3010   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Cox, K

  • The laboratory section of this course starts the second week of classes.

PLSCI 3025

Covers principles and practices of commercial hydroponic vegetable and herb production in controlled environment agriculture (CEA). Topics include: growing environments (high tunnels, greenhouses, and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5025

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  2194 PLSCI 3025   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Mattson, N

  •  2195 PLSCI 3025   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Mattson, N

  •  2287 PLSCI 3025   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Mattson, N

PLSCI 3030

In seeking to understand issues and opportunities at the nexus of agriculture, sanitation, water, health and the natural and built environments, students will gain skills in systems thinking, participatory ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: GDEV 3030GDEV 5030

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2371 PLSCI 3030   LEC 001

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Nelson, R

  •  2372 PLSCI 3030   DIS 201

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Nelson, R

PLSCI 3050

Gain hands-on experience with tree establishment, nutrition, plant health care, diagnosing tree disorders, pruning techniques, tree worker safety and urban forestry. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  • 18724 PLSCI 3050   LEC 001

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Oct 11, 2024
    • Bauerle, T

  • Recommended prerequisite: LA 4910.

PLSCI 3100

Plants have been a source of medicinal agents for thousands of years and a remarkable number of modern drugs have been isolated or derived from plants. In this course, we will explore the mechanisms of ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  2028 PLSCI 3100   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Friso, G

  • Enrollment preference is given to: junior and sophomore Plant Sciences and Agricultural Sciences majors.

PLSCI 3150

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5150

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  1032 PLSCI 3150   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • DiTommaso, A

  • Prerequisite: introductory course in biology or botany.

  •  1033 PLSCI 3150   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • DiTommaso, A

  •  1034 PLSCI 3150   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • DiTommaso, A

PLSCI 3190

Students learn to identify mushrooms and other macrofungi we collect on a series of six afternoon field trips to local forests. During evening labs, students practice identification skills, using keys ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 12712 PLSCI 3190   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Oct 11, 2024
    • Hodge, K

  • Enrollment preference given to: undergraduates.

  • 12713 PLSCI 3190   LAB 401

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Oct 11, 2024
    • Hodge, K

PLSCI 3210

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 5210

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  9353 PLSCI 3210   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Van Es, H

  • Prerequisite: PLSCI 1900 or PLSCI 2600.

PLSCI 3440

This course provides a comprehensive overview of evolution with an emphasis on plants as excellent exemplars for understanding evolutionary theory and the interpretation of data pertaining to evolution. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2318 PLSCI 3440   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Pawlowski, W

  • Recommended prerequisite: PLSCI 2250 or BIOMG 2800. Enrollment limited to: seniors, juniors, and sophomores.

PLSCI 3450

Descriptive course with equal emphasis on development and mature structure. Lecture, laboratory, and reading are integrated in a study guide. The laboratory offers the opportunity to develop the practical ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5450

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18828 PLSCI 3450   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gandolfo Nixon, M

  • Prerequisite: introductory course in biology or botany.

  • 18829 PLSCI 3450   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gandolfo Nixon, M

PLSCI 3575

Commercial vegetable production from variety selection to postharvest. Topics include crop physiology and culture, soil and pest management, stand establishment, marketing, and history of production. Term ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 5575

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 19059 PLSCI 3575   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Reiners, S

  • Prerequisite: PLSCI 1101, PLSCI 2600, or equivalent. Two Saturday field trips planned for early in the semester. Students are responsible for cost of their meals.

PLSCI 4020

Plant propagation, the multiplication of plants, is both a science and an art. This class will introduce the principles, practices and techniques of sexual and asexual propagation of horticultural plants. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 6020

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 11314 PLSCI 4020   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

  • Enrollment preference is given to: School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS) Master of Professional Studies (MPS) and Plant Sciences undergraduate students.

  • 11315 PLSCI 4020   LAB 401

    • S
    • Sep 7, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

    • S
    • Sep 21, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

    • S
    • Oct 5, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

    • S
    • Oct 19, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

    • S
    • Nov 9, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

    • S
    • Dec 7, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

PLSCI 4030

Genetic enhancement of crop value to humans began with domestication and continues with farmers' variety development and scientifically trained plant breeders' applications of Mendelian, quantitative, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 6030

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  1103 PLSCI 4030   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Moore, V

  • Prerequisite: BIOMG 2800, PLSCI 2250, or other standard genetics course and course in crops or horticulture.

PLSCI 4070

The nutrients in human diets are ultimately derived from plants. However, the edible portions of the world's most extensively grown staple food crops are poor sources for numerous micronutrients ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 6070

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1711 PLSCI 4070   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gore, M

  • Prerequisite: one majors-level biology course or permission of instructors.

PLSCI 4080

Field trips to plant breeding programs involve discussion of breeding methods used, overall goals, selection and screening techniques, and variety and germplasm release. Additional labs include selection ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one laboratory and one field studies. Combined with: PLSCI 6080

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  1170 PLSCI 4080   LAB 401

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Sorrells, M

  • Prerequisite or corequisite: PLSCI 4030 or equivalent.

  •  2299 PLSCI 4080   FLD 801

    • S
    • Sep 21, 2024
    • Sorrells, M

  • Mandatory trip to Cornell AgriTech in Geneva. One Saturday field trip is required.

PLSCI 4230

This course explores how global crop improvement processes and outcomes can address social inequalities from design to implementation and impact. It covers a broad range of topics, offering perspective ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 6230

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 11893 PLSCI 4230   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Tufan, H

PLSCI 4290

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 5290

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2309 PLSCI 4290   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Sun, Y

  • Prerequisite: knowledge of the basics of remote sensing, calculus, physics, and programming skills, and some background in agro-ecosystems.

PLSCI 4300

Fungi are one of the major lineages of eukaryotes and the sister group of animals.  We will consider evolutionary relationships among different groups of fungi, their ecology and significance to humans.  ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 6300

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2002 PLSCI 4300   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Pawlowska, T

  •  2003 PLSCI 4300   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Pawlowska, T

PLSCI 4450

This class examines how urban plants affect public health (e.g., air pollution reduction, temperature regulation, etc.). We will also explore the causes and health consequences of variation in urban plant ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 6450

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 19062 PLSCI 4450   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Katz, D

  • Enrollment limited to: advanced undergraduates; others must obtain permission from the instructor. Students must have taken a college-level statistics class and be comfortable reading peer-reviewed journal articles.

PLSCI 4520

Study of the evolution, breeding history, and physiology of strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and other minor small fruit crops and of cultural practices that influence productivity, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 6520

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 19051 PLSCI 4520   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Pritts, M

  • 19052 PLSCI 4520   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Pritts, M

PLSCI 4530

Students learn the relationship between reality and the image using philosophy, mathematics, and physical theory. Next they apply these tools theoretically and in practice to understand and become experts ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 19038 PLSCI 4530   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Wayne, R

  • Prerequisite: college-level biology course.

  • 19039 PLSCI 4530   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Wayne, R

PLSCI 4620

Focuses on biochemistry of plant specific processes, with the aim to obtain an integrative overview of plant biochemistry. Examples include processes such as cell wall biochemistry, pigment biosynthesis ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 6620

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 18690 PLSCI 4620   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Catala, C

      Van Wijk, K

  • Prerequisite: PLSCI 3420, plus BIOMG 3300 or BIOMG 3310.

PLSCI 4720

Building on knowledge of basic physico-chemical and microbial nutrient and carbon transformations in soil, we will examine the pathways of carbon and nutrients in ecosystems from the rhizosphere to the ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 6720

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18739 PLSCI 4720   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Lehmann, J

  • 18740 PLSCI 4720   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Lehmann, J

PLSCI 4900

This course is designed to guide Plant Sciences majors in developing career goals around an out-of-classroom experience, in reflecting on that experience, and in recording that experience in the student's ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2024 PLSCI 4900   IND 602

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Casteel, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2026 PLSCI 4900   IND 603

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Pritts, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2034 PLSCI 4900   IND 604

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Buckler, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2035 PLSCI 4900   IND 605

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • De Jong, W

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2036 PLSCI 4900   IND 606

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Frank, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2054 PLSCI 4900   IND 607

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gunn, L

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2056 PLSCI 4900   IND 608

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bauerle, T

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2059 PLSCI 4900   IND 609

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Scanlon, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2064 PLSCI 4900   IND 610

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Miller, W

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2067 PLSCI 4900   IND 611

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Smart, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2074 PLSCI 4900   IND 612

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Friso, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2075 PLSCI 4900   IND 613

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Katz, D

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2149 PLSCI 4900   IND 614

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Peck, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2153 PLSCI 4900   IND 615

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Roeder, A

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2154 PLSCI 4900   IND 616

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Sorrells, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2161 PLSCI 4900   IND 617

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Mattson, N

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2163 PLSCI 4900   IND 618

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • McDonald, A

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2164 PLSCI 4900   IND 619

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Pawlowska, T

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2162 PLSCI 4900   IND 620

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gandolfo Nixon, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2166 PLSCI 4900   IND 621

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2167 PLSCI 4900   IND 622

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • DiTommaso, A

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2169 PLSCI 4900   IND 623

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Reiners, S

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2171 PLSCI 4900   IND 624

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Rossi, F

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2172 PLSCI 4900   IND 625

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Hua, J

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2208 PLSCI 4900   IND 626

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Kao-Kniffin, J

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2209 PLSCI 4900   IND 627

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Moghe, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2212 PLSCI 4900   IND 629

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Rose, J

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2250 PLSCI 4900   IND 631

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Vatamaniuk, O

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2259 PLSCI 4900   IND 632

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Ryan, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2445 PLSCI 4900   IND 633

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Moore, V

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

PLSCI 4925

The purpose of this course is to demonstrate that Plant Sciences students will have met all learning outcomes in the major prior to graduation by documenting relevant in-class and co-curricular activities. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  1981 PLSCI 4925   IND 602

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Pritts, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  1982 PLSCI 4925   IND 604

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Scanlon, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2029 PLSCI 4925   IND 607

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bauerle, T

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2030 PLSCI 4925   IND 608

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • De Jong, W

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2031 PLSCI 4925   IND 609

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • DiTommaso, A

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2032 PLSCI 4925   IND 611

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Kao-Kniffin, J

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2033 PLSCI 4925   IND 612

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Mattson, N

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2061 PLSCI 4925   IND 613

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Peck, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2062 PLSCI 4925   IND 615

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Frank, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2065 PLSCI 4925   IND 616

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Miller, W

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2068 PLSCI 4925   IND 617

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Smart, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2165 PLSCI 4925   IND 619

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Sorrells, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2170 PLSCI 4925   IND 621

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Vatamaniuk, O

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2210 PLSCI 4925   IND 623

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Specht, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2456 PLSCI 4925   IND 626

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Moore, V

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2457 PLSCI 4925   IND 627

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  • 12555 PLSCI 4925   IND 628

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Pawlowska, T

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  • 12556 PLSCI 4925   IND 629

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Friso, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  • 20372 PLSCI 4925   IND 630

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Casteel, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  • 20368 PLSCI 4925   IND 631

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gandolfo Nixon, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  • 20369 PLSCI 4925   IND 632

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Katz, D

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  • 20370 PLSCI 4925   IND 633

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Moghe, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  • 20371 PLSCI 4925   IND 634

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Roeder, A

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors.

PLSCI 4960

In this experiential learning opportunity, students participate in an agricultural- or plant science-related work and learning experience equivalent to a minimum of six weeks of full-time effort. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits S/U NoAud

PLSCI 4970

An opportunity for undergraduate individual study of a special topic in plant sciences under the direction of a faculty member. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

PLSCI 4975

Being a club officer or a peer mentor is an opportunity to learn about leadership and collaboration, as well as communication and the challenges of balancing diverse responsibilities. Preparation in this ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Plant Sciences Peer Mentors

  •  2430 PLSCI 4975   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Katz, D

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Hortus Forum

  • 12287 PLSCI 4975   IND 602

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Lamb, E

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Dilmun Hill Student Farm

  • 12288 PLSCI 4975   IND 603

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Maher, R

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Hydroponics Club

  • 12289 PLSCI 4975   IND 604

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Mattson, N

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Agricultural Sciences Peer Mentors

  • 12409 PLSCI 4975   IND 605

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Rossi, F

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

PLSCI 4980

Designed to give qualified undergraduate students teaching experience through actual involvement in planning and teaching plant sciences courses under the supervision of SIPS faculty members. May include ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

PLSCI 4990

Affords opportunities for students to carry out independent research under appropriate supervision. Each student is expected to review pertinent literature, prepare a project outline, conduct the research, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

PLSCI 5000

This course is an introduction to the identification, cultural requirements, and use of northern climate annual and perennial herbaceous plants in the landscape. Herbaceous plants are important parts of ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First.  Combined with: PLSCI 3000

  • 1.5 Credits Opt NoAud

  • 19056 PLSCI 5000   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Oct 11, 2024
    • Skelly, S

PLSCI 5010

Biology and Management of Plant Diseases is an introduction to the world of diseases of plants and the biology of the pathogens that cause them. Students will gain an understanding of the concepts of plant ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 3010

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  2234 PLSCI 5010   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Cox, K

  • Enrollment preference given to: Plant Sciences majors, School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS) minor candidates, Master of Professional Studies (MPS) and graduate students. Junior standing or higher required. Interested sophomores may contact instructor to be put on a waitlist.

  •  2235 PLSCI 5010   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Cox, K

  •  2236 PLSCI 5010   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Cox, K

PLSCI 5015

This course will provide students with knowledge of different hemp production systems for fiber, grain and cannabinoids. Students will gain an understanding of field, controlled environment, greenhouse, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  • 19859 PLSCI 5015   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Baek, Y

PLSCI 5025

Covers principles and practices of commercial hydroponic vegetable and herb production in controlled environment agriculture (CEA). Topics include: growing environments (high tunnels, greenhouses, and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 3025

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  2222 PLSCI 5025   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Mattson, N

  • Enrollment preference given to: Master of Professional Studies (MPS) students in the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) specialization.

  •  2223 PLSCI 5025   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Mattson, N

  •  2288 PLSCI 5025   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Mattson, N

PLSCI 5050

This course is designed primarily for students in the first semester of their MPS program in Integrative Plant Science. The intent is to guide these students in their path of career discovery by exploring ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  2286 PLSCI 5050   LEC 001

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Pritts, M

  • Enrollment limited to: School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS) Master of Professional Studies (MPS) students. Others by permission of instructor.

PLSCI 5110

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 2110

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  1190 PLSCI 5110   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bluhm, D

  • 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.

  •  1191 PLSCI 5110   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bluhm, D

  •  1666 PLSCI 5110   LAB 402

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bluhm, D

PLSCI 5150

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 3150

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  2214 PLSCI 5150   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • DiTommaso, A

  •  2215 PLSCI 5150   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • DiTommaso, A

  •  2216 PLSCI 5150   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • DiTommaso, A

PLSCI 5190

The medical marijuana industry in the US is estimated at $6.7B, and is expected to grow to over $10B by 2021. Hemp-based product sales are projected to rise from $570M in 2015 to over $1B for 2019. According ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  2198 PLSCI 5190   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Buckler, C

  • Prerequisite: at least one college-level biology course required, such as BIOG 1140, BIOG 1350, BIOG 1440, PLSCI 1115; or a plant production course such as PLSCI 1101 or PLSCI 1900. AP Bio credit will not be accepted as a substitute.

PLSCI 5210

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 3210

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  9357 PLSCI 5210   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Van Es, H

PLSCI 5290

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 4290

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2352 PLSCI 5290   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Sun, Y

PLSCI 5450

Descriptive course with equal emphasis on development and mature structure. Lecture, laboratory, and reading are integrated in a study guide. The laboratory offers the opportunity to develop the practical ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 3450

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18830 PLSCI 5450   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gandolfo Nixon, M

  • 18831 PLSCI 5450   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gandolfo Nixon, M

PLSCI 5575

Commercial vegetable production from variety selection to postharvest. Topics include crop physiology and culture, soil and pest management, stand establishment, marketing, and history of production. Term ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 3575

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 19060 PLSCI 5575   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Reiners, S

  • Two Saturday field trips planned for early in the semester; students responsible for cost of their meals.

PLSCI 5600

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 2600

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  9308 PLSCI 5600   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  •  9309 PLSCI 5600   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  •  9310 PLSCI 5600   LAB 402

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  •  9311 PLSCI 5600   LAB 403

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  •  9312 PLSCI 5600   LAB 404

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Russell-Anelli, J

PLSCI 6017

Crop ecology is the integrative study of biological, physical, social, and technological factors that govern the emergent properties arising from cropping systems at different spatial and temporal scales. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  • 19097 PLSCI 6017   SEM 101

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • McDonald, A

  • Enrollment limited to: graduate students; juniors and seniors by permission of instructor.

PLSCI 6020

Plant propagation, the multiplication of plants, is both a science and an art. This class will introduce the principles, practices and techniques of sexual and asexual propagation of horticultural plants. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 4020

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 11316 PLSCI 6020   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

  • 11317 PLSCI 6020   LAB 401

    • S
    • Sep 7, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

    • S
    • Sep 21, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

    • S
    • Oct 5, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

    • S
    • Oct 19, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

    • S
    • Nov 9, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

    • S
    • Dec 7, 2024
    • Bridgen, M

  • Enrollment preference is given to: School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS) Master of Professional Studies (MPS) and Plant Sciences undergraduate students.

PLSCI 6030

Genetic enhancement of crop value to humans began with domestication and continues with farmers' variety development and scientifically trained plant breeders' applications of Mendelian, quantitative, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 4030

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2334 PLSCI 6030   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Moore, V

PLSCI 6070

The nutrients in human diets are ultimately derived from plants. However, the edible portions of the world's most extensively grown staple food crops are poor sources for numerous micronutrients ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 4070

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2348 PLSCI 6070   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gore, M

PLSCI 6080

Field trips to plant breeding programs involve discussion of breeding methods used, overall goals, selection and screening techniques, and variety and germplasm release. Additional labs include selection ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one laboratory and one field studies. Combined with: PLSCI 4080

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  2345 PLSCI 6080   LAB 401

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Sorrells, M

  •  2346 PLSCI 6080   FLD 801

    • S
    • Sep 21, 2024
    • Sorrells, M

  • Mandatory trip to Cornell AgriTech in Geneva. One Saturday field trip is required.

PLSCI 6095

In-depth, practical exposure to applied crop breeding. Students participate in the department's maize, small grains, potato, pepper, squash, forage, tomato, and onion breeding programs to gain hands-on ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

  •  1628 PLSCI 6095   LAB 401

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • De Jong, W

  • Prerequisite: PLSCI 4030.

PLSCI 6230

This course explores how global crop improvement processes and outcomes can address social inequalities from design to implementation and impact. It covers a broad range of topics, offering perspective ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 4230

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 11894 PLSCI 6230   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Tufan, H

PLSCI 6250

This hands-on class trains graduate students on integrating data with models via data-model fusion to address scientific questions in research. Students will learn about modeling and the nature of data ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 19061 PLSCI 6250   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Luo, Y

PLSCI 6300

Fungi are one of the major lineages of eukaryotes and the sister group of animals.  We will consider evolutionary relationships among different groups of fungi, their ecology and significance to humans.  ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 4300

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2336 PLSCI 6300   LEC 001