Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.
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 of crop plants be permitted? Should we place limits on fossil fuel consumption as a means of limiting global warming and global climate change? Must human endeavors be restricted in certain areas to maintain diversity? The format of this course is interactive, with lectures and discussions about how we as a society deal with controversial issues. This course is suitable for life sciences majors.
Distribution Requirements (BIO-AG, BSC-AG, OPHLS-AG, SCH-AG), (SCT-IL)
Exploratory Studies (CU-SBY)
Last 4 Terms Offered 2026WI, 2025FA, 2025SU, 2025WI
Learning Outcomes
Explain, evaluate, and effectively interpret basic concepts in cell and molecular biology.
Explain, evaluate, and effectively interpret basic concepts in general ecology and biodiversity.
Integrate qualitative information to reach defensible and creative conclusions about the impacts of climate change, genetic engineering, and biodiversity on the natural world and society.
Communicate effectively through writing, speech, and visual information via written exams, writing assignments and class discussion concerning the above topics.
Articulate the views of people with diverse perspectives on the above issues.
Regular Academic Session.Choose one lecture and one discussion.
Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits
Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Class Number & Section Details
14606PLSCI 2400 LEC 001
Meeting Pattern
MW
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
To request a permission number, contact Dr. Silva (ts21).
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14607PLSCI 2400 DIS 201
Meeting Pattern
M
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14608PLSCI 2400 DIS 202
Meeting Pattern
M
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14609PLSCI 2400 DIS 203
Meeting Pattern
M
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14610PLSCI 2400 DIS 204
Meeting Pattern
M
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14611PLSCI 2400 DIS 205
Meeting Pattern
T
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14612PLSCI 2400 DIS 206
Meeting Pattern
T
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14613PLSCI 2400 DIS 207
Meeting Pattern
W
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14614PLSCI 2400 DIS 208
Meeting Pattern
W
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14615PLSCI 2400 DIS 209
Meeting Pattern
W
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14616PLSCI 2400 DIS 210
Meeting Pattern
W
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14617PLSCI 2400 DIS 211
Meeting Pattern
W
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14618PLSCI 2400 DIS 212
Meeting Pattern
W
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14619PLSCI 2400 DIS 213
Meeting Pattern
W
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14620PLSCI 2400 DIS 214
Meeting Pattern
W
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Class Number & Section Details
14621PLSCI 2400 DIS 215
Meeting Pattern
R
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Silva, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
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