Soil & Crop Sciences (PLSCS)Agriculture and Life Sciences

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Course descriptions provided by the Courses of Study 2021-2022.

PLSCS 1120

We live on a microbial earth. If we happen to consider microbes in our daily lives most people conjure images of disease, but in reality we depend on microbes to sustain our world. This course showcases ... view course details

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: BIOMI 1120

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1003 PLSCS 1120   LEC 001

    • MW Fernow Hall G24
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Buckley, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    The first lab meeting will be on September 3.

  •  1004 PLSCS 1120   LAB 401

    • F Wing Hall 108
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Buckley, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 18529 PLSCS 1120   LAB 402

    • F Wing Hall 114
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Buckley, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 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:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1032 PLSCS 1900   LEC 001

    • TR Malott Hall 253
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Ryan, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  1033 PLSCS 1900   LAB 401

    • W Warren Hall 150
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Ryan, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  1034 PLSCS 1900   LAB 402

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 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:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCS 5110

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  1255 PLSCS 2110   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Required for: Agriculture Science majors. Credit for both PLSCS 2110 and PLSCS 5110 not permitted.

  •  1256 PLSCS 2110   LAB 401

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  2228 PLSCS 2110   LAB 402

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 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:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2884 PLSCS 2200   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  2885 PLSCS 2200   LAB 401

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  2886 PLSCS 2200   LAB 402

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 2600

Designed for students interested in a comprehensive introduction to soil science from both an environmental and plant management perspective. Divided into three units: (1) soil information unit introduces ... view course details

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1035 PLSCS 2600   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Enrollment limited to: sophomores, juniors, or seniors.

  •  1036 PLSCS 2600   LAB 401

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  1037 PLSCS 2600   LAB 402

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  1038 PLSCS 2600   LAB 403

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  2410 PLSCS 2600   LAB 404

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 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:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2130 PLSCS 2940   LEC 001

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • DiTommaso, A

      Schindelbeck, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    To enroll, contact Bob Schindelbeck (rrs3@cornell.edu). The dates and times of the four lecture periods will be determined during the first lab. Most labs will involve working with farm equipment or touring farm environments so students should wear boots or sturdy shoes and casual clothes.

  •  2131 PLSCS 2940   LAB 401

    • R Love Laboratory 125
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • DiTommaso, A

      Schindelbeck, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 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:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCS 5150

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  1039 PLSCS 3150   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Prerequisite: introductory course in biology or botany.

  •  1040 PLSCS 3150   LAB 401

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  1041 PLSCS 3150   LAB 402

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 4100

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCS 6100

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  3139 PLSCS 4100   LEC 001

    • MWF Kennedy Hall 105
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Vatamaniuk, O

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Graduate students should enroll in PLSCS 6100.

PLSCS 4140

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: IARD 4140PLSCS 5140

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  1237 PLSCS 4140   LEC 001

  • 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

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:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCS 5290

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 18340 PLSCS 4290   LEC 001

  • 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

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:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCS 2110

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  1257 PLSCS 5110   LEC 001

  • 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.

  •  1258 PLSCS 5110   LAB 401

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  2229 PLSCS 5110   LAB 402

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 5140

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: IARD 4140PLSCS 4140

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  • 18730 PLSCS 5140   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 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:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCS 3150

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  3218 PLSCS 5150   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  3219 PLSCS 5150   LAB 401

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  3220 PLSCS 5150   LAB 402

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 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:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCS 4290

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 18713 PLSCS 5290   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 6100

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCS 4100

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  3140 PLSCS 6100   LEC 001

    • MWF Kennedy Hall 105
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Vatamaniuk, O

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Undergraduates should enroll in PLSCS 4100.

PLSCS 6660

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  3143 PLSCS 6660   LEC 001

    • TR Emerson Hall 133
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Thies, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCS 6710

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  3142 PLSCS 6710   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Prerequisite: one year of physical chemistry. Permission of instructor required for students who do not meet prerequisite.

PLSCS 7000

Weekly seminars on current research and select topics in soil and crop sciences, presented by faculty, graduate students and guest speakers. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1142 PLSCS 7000   SEM 101

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Students must attend a minimum of 75 percent of seminars to earn credit for this course. Sign in each week online: https://cals.cornell.edu/school-integrative-plant-science/about/seminars-events.

PLSCS 8900

Thesis research for Master of Science degree candidates. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  1143 PLSCS 8900   RSC 701

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Setter, T

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research
    Thesis research for master's students. Sign into your faculty advisor section.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  1985 PLSCS 8900   RSC 702

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • DiTommaso, A

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research
    Thesis research for master's students. Sign into your faculty advisor section.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2106 PLSCS 8900   RSC 703

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Longchamps, L

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research
    Thesis research for master's students. Sign into your faculty advisor section.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2142 PLSCS 8900   RSC 705

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Buckley, D

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research
    Thesis research for master's students. Sign into your faculty advisor section.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2143 PLSCS 8900   RSC 706

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Martinez, C

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research
    Thesis research for master's students. Sign into your faculty advisor section.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2145 PLSCS 8900   RSC 708

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Lehmann, J

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research
    Thesis research for master's students. Sign into your faculty advisor section.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2146 PLSCS 8900   RSC 709

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Vatamaniuk, O

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research
    Thesis research for master's students. Sign into your faculty advisor section.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2541 PLSCS 8900   RSC 710

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • McBride, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research
    Thesis research for master's students. Sign into your faculty advisor section.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2622 PLSCS 8900   RSC 712

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Thies, J

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2960 PLSCS 8900   RSC 713

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Aristilde, L

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2959 PLSCS 8900   RSC 714

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • DeGloria, S

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2961 PLSCS 8900   RSC 715

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Van Es, H

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2962 PLSCS 8900   RSC 716

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Sun, Y

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  3254 PLSCS 8900   RSC 717

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • McDonald, A

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  3255 PLSCS 8900   RSC 718

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Ryan, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

PLSCS 9900

Dissertation research for Ph.D. candidates in the Graduate Field of Soil and Crop Sciences. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  1144 PLSCS 9900   RSC 701

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Buckley, D

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  1982 PLSCS 9900   RSC 702

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Thies, J

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  1983 PLSCS 9900   RSC 703

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Lehmann, J

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  1984 PLSCS 9900   RSC 704

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Longchamps, L

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2043 PLSCS 9900   RSC 705

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Van Es, H

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2147 PLSCS 9900   RSC 706

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Ketterings, Q

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2148 PLSCS 9900   RSC 707

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • McBride, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2168 PLSCS 9900   RSC 710

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Drinkwater, L

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2751 PLSCS 9900   RSC 711

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Martinez, C

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2752 PLSCS 9900   RSC 712

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Aristilde, L

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2963 PLSCS 9900   RSC 713

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Ryan, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2964 PLSCS 9900   RSC 714

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Sun, Y

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2965 PLSCS 9900   RSC 715

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • DiTommaso, A

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2966 PLSCS 9900   RSC 716

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Setter, T

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  2967 PLSCS 9900   RSC 717

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Vatamaniuk, O

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-15 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  3256 PLSCS 9900   RSC 719

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • McDonald, A

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research