Food Science (FDSC)Agriculture and Life Sciences
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Course descriptions provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.
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- Schedule of Classes - August 31, 2026 7:07PM EDT
Classes
FDSC 1101
Course Description
Explores the application of science and technology to foods. Lectures elucidate the role of engineering, biotechnology, chemistry, biochemistry, nutrition, toxicology, and microbiology in supplying the ... view course details
FDSC 2000
Course Description
Comprehensive introduction to the physical, chemical, and nutritional properties of foods and to the principles and practice of food science and technology. Topics include chemistry and functionality of ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: NS 3450
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Beker Aydemir, T
Zhu, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Priority given to: Nutritional Sciences and Food Sciences majors. If you are unable to enroll in the class, pleases place yourself on the waitlist.
Please contact the Division of Nutritional Sciences (DNS) Student Services Office, dnsstudentservices@cornell.edu, with any questions about enrollment
FDSC 2005
Course Description
This course introduces students to the basic physical, chemical and biological properties of foods and to the underlying principles and practices used in the processing, preservation, and sustainable ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: FDSC 5005
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
FDSC 2205
Course Description
Field trips, vineyard and winery work provide opportunities for application of knowledge gained in Grapes to Wines lecture course. Students will produce a wine, from grape harvest determination to cold ... view course details
FDSC 2310
Course Description
This course uses beer and brewing science as a starting point to explore topics in fermentation biology, food chemistry, food processing, and sensory perception. Students will learn to recognize the major ... view course details
FDSC 3940
Course Description
Food Science 3940 will focus on the origin, transmission, consequences, and management of diverse microbiota throughout the food chain. Topics in this course generally include: 1) the microbiota of different ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: BIOMI 3940, BIOMI 5940, FDSC 5940
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
FDSC 3950
Course Description
Work includes study of the physiological characteristics of representative food microorganisms, practice in using general and rapid methods for microbiological testing and control of food products, and ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
FDSC 4010
Course Description
Introduction to topics and events sequence that provide the foundation for development of new food products, building upon knowledge acquired from other food science courses. The course allows students ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: FDSC 5010
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
FDSC 4050
Course Description
This course will discuss the general composition of milk, with a special focus on the chemistry and functionality of the high value components of milk (lipids and proteins). view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: FDSC 5050
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
FDSC 4100
Course Description
Topics include the sensory evaluation methods used to test the flavor, appearance, and texture of foods by quantitative description and simple difference testing; consumer testing for product acceptability; ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 4100, FDSC 5100
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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
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Dando, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Required for and limited to: Food Science majors.
FDSC 4210
Course Description
Introduces the engineering principles underlying food processes and equipment with an emphasis on their utility in manufacturing operations. Focus is on applications of engineering concepts and transport ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: FDSC 5210
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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
- TR
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Rizvi, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
FDSC 4230
Course Description
This lecture course surveys unit operations, engineering/manufacturing principles, and materials common in the commercial processing and packaging of foods and beverages. The objective of this course is ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: FDSC 5230
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
FDSC 4240
Course Description
This is a senior-level laboratory course focused on demonstrating engineering principles, unit operations, and technologies commonly used during processing and packaging of foods. view course details
FDSC 4310
Course Description
An introduction to the practical application of brewing. Students will make several different styles of beer in a laboratory setting to understand how raw materials and processing technologies influence ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 6310, VIEN 4310, VIEN 6310
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Bershaw, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment preference given to: Viticulture & Enology students.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
FDSC 4400
Course Description
Uses a (bio)-chemical perspective to investigate viticulture and enological factors that impact flavor and other quality attributes (mouthfeel, color, stability) of wine and wine grapes. view course details
FDSC 4500
Course Description
Provides an in-depth study of the chemical, physical, technological, microbiological and regulatory fundamentals of winemaking. Concentration is on grape and must handling, juice adjustments and treatments, ... view course details
FDSC 4510
Course Description
Students will produce, monitor, and evaluate diverse wine styles from several grape varieties using different vinification techniques. The laboratory includes introductory lectures, grape handling and ... view course details
FDSC 4880
Course Description
This course is offered by six Departments at Cornell, in collaboration with five Universities in China and India. Video conferencing will be used to connect classrooms in the three countries in real time. ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one independent study. Combined with: AEM 4880, AEM 6880, ANSC 4880, ANSC 6880, CEE 5820, CHEME 4880, CHEME 6780, FDSC 4880, FDSC 6880, GDEV 4880, GDEV 6880
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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
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Lei, X
Li, T
Miller, D
Pingali, P
Tester, J
Zhang, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: juniors and seniors, or permission of instructors.
Department Consent Required (Add)
FDSC 4940
Course Description
The department teaches trial courses under this number. Offerings vary by semester and are advertised by the department before the semester starts. Courses offered under the number will be approved by ... view course details
Seven Week - Second. Combined with: FDSC 6940
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
FDSC 4960
Course Description
On-the-job learning experience under the supervision of professionals in a cooperating organization. A learning contract is written between the faculty supervisor and students, stating the conditions of ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
FDSC 4970
Course Description
May include individual tutorial study, a special topic selected by a professor or a group of students, or selected lectures of a course already offered. Since topics vary, the course may be repeated for ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
FDSC 4980
Course Description
Students assist in teaching a course appropriate to their previous training and experience. Students meet with a discussion or laboratory section and regularly discuss objectives with the course ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
FDSC 4990
Course Description
Students conduct original research directed by a food science faculty member. view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Directed Research
Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
FDSC 5005
Course Description
This course introduces students to the basic physical, chemical and biological properties of foods and to the underlying principles and practices used in the processing, preservation, and sustainable ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: FDSC 2005
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
FDSC 5010
Course Description
Introduction to topics and events sequence that provide the foundation for development of new food products, building upon knowledge acquired from other food science courses. The course allows students ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: FDSC 4010
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
FDSC 5050
Course Description
This course will discuss the general composition of milk, with a special focus on the chemistry and functionality of the high value components of milk (lipids and proteins). view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: FDSC 4050
-
Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
FDSC 5100
Course Description
Topics include the sensory evaluation methods used to test the flavor, appearance, and texture of foods by quantitative description and simple difference testing; consumer testing for product acceptability; ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: FDSC 4100
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
FDSC 5205
Course Description
Field trips, vineyard and winery work provide opportunities for application of knowledge gained in Grapes to Wines lecture course. Students will produce a wine, from grape harvest determination to cold ... view course details
FDSC 5210
Course Description
Introduces the engineering principles underlying food processes and equipment with an emphasis on their utility in manufacturing operations. Focus is on applications of engineering concepts and transport ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: FDSC 4210
-
Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
-
Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Rizvi, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
FDSC 5230
Course Description
This lecture course surveys unit operations, engineering/manufacturing principles, and materials common in the commercial processing and packaging of foods and beverages. The objective of this course is ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: FDSC 4230
-
Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
FDSC 5310
Course Description
This course uses beer and brewing science as a starting point to explore topics in fermentation biology, food chemistry, food processing, and sensory perception. Students will learn to recognize the major ... view course details
FDSC 5500
Course Description
Provides an in-depth study of the chemical, physical, technological, microbiological and regulatory fundamentals of winemaking. Concentration is on grape and must handling, juice adjustments and treatments, ... view course details
FDSC 5510
Course Description
Students will produce, monitor, and evaluate diverse wine styles from several grape varieties using different vinification techniques. The laboratory includes introductory lectures, grape handling and ... view course details
FDSC 5940
Course Description
The course will focus on the origin, transmission, consequences, and management of diverse microbiota throughout the food chain. Topics in this course generally include: 1) the microbiota of different ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: BIOMI 3940, BIOMI 5940, FDSC 3940
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
FDSC 6000
Course Description
Weekly seminar series on contemporary topics and issues in the field of food science and technology. Representatives from academia, industry, and government provide presentations on a wide variety of topics. ... view course details
FDSC 6010
Course Description
Students are first introduced to the principles and applications in food chemistry, food microbiology, food processing and engineering, sensory science, and international food science. Then students review ... view course details
FDSC 6310
Course Description
An introduction to the practical application of brewing. Students will make several different styles of beer in a laboratory setting to understand how raw materials and processing technologies influence ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 4310, VIEN 4310, VIEN 6310
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
-
Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Bershaw, D
-
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment preference given to: Viticulture & Enology students.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
FDSC 6400
Course Description
Uses a (bio)-chemical perspective to investigate viticulture and enological factors that impact flavor and other quality attributes (mouthfeel, color, stability) of wine and wine grapes. view course details
FDSC 6880
Course Description
This course is offered by six Departments at Cornell, in collaboration with five Universities in China and one India. Video conferencing will be used to connect classrooms in the three countries in real ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one independent study. Combined with: AEM 4880, AEM 6880, ANSC 4880, ANSC 6880, CEE 5820, CHEME 4880, CHEME 6780, FDSC 4880, FDSC 6880, GDEV 4880, GDEV 6880
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
-
Class Number & Section Details
-
Meeting Pattern
- MWF
- Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Lei, X
Li, T
Miller, D
Pingali, P
Tester, J
Zhang, K
-
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Department Consent Required (Add)
FDSC 6940
Course Description
The department teaches trial courses under this number. Offerings vary by semester and are advertised by the department before the semester starts. Courses offered under the number will be approved by ... view course details
Seven Week - Second. Combined with: FDSC 4940
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
FDSC 6950
Course Description
Seminar series on current topics chosen by participating faculty members and students on a rotating basis. Format consists of weekly discussion groups with each participant presenting at least one oral ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
FDSC 6960
Course Description
On-the-job learning experience under the supervision of professionals in a cooperating organization. A learning contract is written between the faculty supervisor and students, stating the conditions of ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-6 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
FDSC 6970
Course Description
Independent study for graduate students. view course details
FDSC 6980
Course Description
Designed to give graduate students teaching experience through involvement in planning and teaching courses under the supervision of field faculty members. The experience may include leading discussion ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
FDSC 8900
Course Description
Thesis Research for MS students in the Field of Food Science & Technology. view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-12 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
FDSC 9900
Course Description
Dissertation research for PhD students in the Field of Food Science & Technology. view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-12 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
