Food Science (FDSC)Agriculture and Life Sciences

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Course descriptions provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

FDSC 1101

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  • 15804 FDSC 1101   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Loss, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 2000

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: NS 3450

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 11379 FDSC 2000   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Beker Aydemir, T

      Zhu, L

  • 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

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 5005

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 16042 FDSC 2005   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Rizvi, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 2205

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 5205VIEN 2205VIEN 5205

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  8911 FDSC 2205   LAB 401

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Arnink, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 2310

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 5310VIEN 2310VIEN 5310

  • 1 Credit Opt NoAud

  • 15967 FDSC 2310   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Students must bring 4 appropriate glasses to each class, starting in the second week.

FDSC 3940

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: BIOMI 3940BIOMI 5940FDSC 5940

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 15965 FDSC 3940   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Gibney, P

      Snyder, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 3950

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 15807 FDSC 3950   LAB 401

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Loss, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: Food Science majors; others by permission of instructor.

FDSC 4010

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 5010

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 15808 FDSC 4010   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Padilla-Zakour, O

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: Food Science seniors (majors and minors) and Food Science graduate students.

FDSC 4050

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 5050

  • 1 Credit Graded

  • 16032 FDSC 4050   LEC 001

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Barbano, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 4100

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4100FDSC 5100

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 15809 FDSC 4100   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Dando, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 4100FDSC 5100

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 15810 FDSC 4100   LEC 002

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Dando, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Required for and limited to: Food Science majors.

  • 15811 FDSC 4100   LAB 401

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Dando, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 4210

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: FDSC 5210

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 15805 FDSC 4210   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Rizvi, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 15806 FDSC 4210   DIS 201

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Rizvi, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 4230

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 5230

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 15812 FDSC 4230   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Goddard, J

      Nugen, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 4240

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 16041 FDSC 4240   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Nugen, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 4310

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 6310VIEN 4310VIEN 6310

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  8914 FDSC 4310   LEC 001

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to: Viticulture & Enology students.

  •  8915 FDSC 4310   LAB 401

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 4400

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 6400VIEN 4400VIEN 6400

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  8886 FDSC 4400   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sacks, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 4500

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 5500VIEN 4500VIEN 5500

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  8884 FDSC 4500   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 4510

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 5510VIEN 4510VIEN 5510

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  8888 FDSC 4510   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 4880

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

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Syllabi:
  • 16248 FDSC 4880   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Lei, X

      Li, T

      Miller, D

      Pingali, P

      Tester, J

      Zhang, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: juniors and seniors, or permission of instructors.

Syllabi:
  • 16249 FDSC 4880   LEC 002

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Lei, X

      Li, T

      Miller, D

      Pingali, P

      Tester, J

      Zhang, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: juniors and seniors, or permission of instructors.

  • 16250 FDSC 4880   IND 602

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Lei, X

      Li, T

      Miller, D

      Pingali, P

      Tester, J

      Zhang, K

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

FDSC 4940

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

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Syllabi:
  •   Seven Week - Second.  Combined with: FDSC 6940

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: Carbohydrates in Foods and Biology

  • 19004 FDSC 4940   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Oct 14 - Dec 4, 2026
    • Brady, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 4960

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

FDSC 4970

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 0.5-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

FDSC 4980

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

FDSC 4990

Students conduct original research directed by a food science faculty member. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

FDSC 5005

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 2005

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 16043 FDSC 5005   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Rizvi, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 5010

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4010

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 16038 FDSC 5010   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Padilla-Zakour, O

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 5050

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

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4050

  • 1 Credit Graded

  • 16037 FDSC 5050   LEC 001

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Barbano, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 5100

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

View Enrollment Information

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

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 16036 FDSC 5100   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Dando, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 5205

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

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 2205VIEN 2205VIEN 5205

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  8918 FDSC 5205   LAB 401

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Arnink, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 5210

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

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: FDSC 4210

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 16034 FDSC 5210   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Rizvi, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 16035 FDSC 5210   DIS 201

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Rizvi, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 5230

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

View Enrollment Information

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

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 16033 FDSC 5230   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Goddard, J

      Nugen, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 5310

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

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 2310VIEN 2310VIEN 5310

  • 1 Credit Opt NoAud

  • 16039 FDSC 5310   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Students must bring 4 appropriate glasses to each class, starting in the second week.

FDSC 5500

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

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4500VIEN 4500VIEN 5500

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  8928 FDSC 5500   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 5510

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

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4510VIEN 4510VIEN 5510

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  8930 FDSC 5510   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 5940

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: BIOMI 3940BIOMI 5940FDSC 3940

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 16030 FDSC 5940   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Gibney, P

      Snyder, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 6000

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  • 15864 FDSC 6000   SEM 101

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Gibney, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 6010

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • 16029 FDSC 6010   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Nugen, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 6310

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

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 4310VIEN 4310VIEN 6310

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  8935 FDSC 6310   LEC 001

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to: Viticulture & Enology students.

  •  8936 FDSC 6310   LAB 401

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 6400

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

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4400VIEN 4400VIEN 6400

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  8924 FDSC 6400   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sacks, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 6880

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

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Syllabi: none
  • 16267 FDSC 6880   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Lei, X

      Li, T

      Miller, D

      Pingali, P

      Tester, J

      Zhang, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

Syllabi: none
  • 16268 FDSC 6880   LEC 002

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Lei, X

      Li, T

      Miller, D

      Pingali, P

      Tester, J

      Zhang, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 16269 FDSC 6880   IND 602

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Lei, X

      Li, T

      Miller, D

      Pingali, P

      Tester, J

      Zhang, K

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

FDSC 6940

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - Second.  Combined with: FDSC 4940

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: Carbohydrates in Foods and Biology

  • 19003 FDSC 6940   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Oct 14 - Dec 4, 2026
    • Brady, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

FDSC 6950

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  • 15865 FDSC 6950   DIS 201

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Goddard, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: Food Science graduate students.

FDSC 6960

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-6 Credits Sat/Unsat

  • 19432 FDSC 6960   IND 601

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

FDSC 6970

Independent study for graduate students. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 0.5-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 16007 FDSC 6970   IND 601

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

FDSC 6980

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

  • 15866 FDSC 6980   IND 602

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

FDSC 8900

Thesis Research for MS students in the Field of Food Science & Technology. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-12 Credits Sat/Unsat

  • 19429 FDSC 8900   RSC 737

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

FDSC 9900

Dissertation research for PhD students in the Field of Food Science & Technology. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-12 Credits Sat/Unsat

  • 19428 FDSC 9900   RSC 738

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research