Independent Study
1–3 creditsIndependent Study: Research work for students under direct guidance of a faculty member in an area encompassing Food Science.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
4,369 courses
Independent Study: Research work for students under direct guidance of a faculty member in an area encompassing Food Science.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Introduction to food science covering chemical, physical, and microbiological properties of food and their manipulation in product manufacture.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Arnoldo Lopez-Hernandez
Students reported weekly lab assignments and exams that were thorough but fair. One reviewer noted that exam questions could be very specific, sometimes based on offhand mentions in lecture.
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026Introduction to precision fermentation principles, genetic manipulation of organisms, and sustainable food and non-food applications.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2025–Spring 2026 · limited sampleA Food Science internship under faculty and site supervisor guidance where students arrange their own work and credits.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Food Analysis applies quantitative techniques to determine the composition and quality of food products, covering analytical methods, statistical data analysis, and communication of results.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Arnoldo Lopez-Hernandez
The course carried high grading expectations, though the instructor was available outside of class for assistance with homework and labs.
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2023–Spring 2026 · limited samplePrinciples of Food Preservation covers fundamentals of post-harvest handling, thermal processing, refrigeration, freezing, water activity, chemical preservation, nonthermal methods, and packaging.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Rich Hartel
Richard Hartel’s exams were predictable, covering only material from homework assignments. One student advised paying close attention because Hartel knew several databases worth on food science.
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2023–Spring 2026 · limited sampleCovers the chemistry of milk components and chemical/physical changes during the manufacture of dairy products like ice cream, butter, and cheese, including dairy technology and microbiological quality.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2026–Spring 2026 · limited sampleIntegrated Food Functionality covers the molecular basis of food properties, the impact of ingredients and processing on texture, flavor, and structure, and the design of new or reformulated foods to meet quality expectations.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2023–Spring 2026 · limited sampleCovers chemistry, microbiology, and technology of fermented foods like cheese, bread, pickles, and beer, including instrumentation and mechanization.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Victor Ujor
A student described the workload as having no busy work and noted that in-person attendance previously earned extra credit.
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2023–Spring 2026Laboratory course on producing fermented beverages and dairy products, covering the chemical/physical basis of product characteristics and analytical methods.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2023–Spring 2026 · limited sampleA senior seminar where students present data gathered and analyzed for their senior project, communicating results in oral and written formats.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2023–Spring 2026 · limited sampleCovers chemistry of milk components and chemical/physical changes during manufacture of ice cream, butter, cheese; includes dairy technology and microbiological quality.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2023–Spring 2026 · limited sampleSecond semester individual study for Food Science majors completing Senior Honors Theses, involving literature review, research methodology, and thesis writing under faculty arrangement.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Special Problems: Individual advanced work in Food Science under direct faculty guidance.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Advanced Food Microbiology covers fundamental concepts with applications in fermentation, pathogenesis, gut health, and sustainable food systems.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2024–Spring 2024 · limited samplePracticum in Food Science Teaching provides PhD candidates with teaching experience and the ability to explain current manufacturing practices through experiential learning.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Advanced seminar involving research literature and current departmental research, focusing on scientific rigor, data interpretation, and presentation skills.
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historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026Research course involving full lab and literature review of a food science problem, leading to thesis and publication preparation.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
First Semester French covers oral practice, conversation, grammar, reading, vocabulary, and Francophone culture.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Melissa Henderson
One student described Melissa Henderson as very lenient when grading tests and homework.
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026Second Semester French covers oral practice, conversation, grammar, reading, vocabulary, and Francophone cultures.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Hugo Torres
The course is not easy but fair, expecting students to put in work while ensuring that effort is rewarding through original lesson plans.
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026Accelerated introductory French course developing communicative literacy and exploring the contemporary French-speaking world; equivalent to completing FRENCH 101 and FRENCH 102.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2026–Spring 2026 · limited sampleThird Semester French focuses on oral practice, conversation, grammar review, reading, vocabulary expansion, creative writing, and the study of French and Francophone cultures.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Jacqueline Ebelabena
Jacqueline Ebelabena assigned far too many tedious grammar assignments, with one student reporting seven per day.
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026Fourth Semester French covers advanced oral practice, conversation, grammar, reading, vocabulary, creative writing, and Francophone cultures.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Kimberly Rooney
Students were required to complete workbook exercises, which counted toward the grade, though the online component was optional. Clear rubrics were provided for small essay assignments.
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026Accelerated intermediate French developing speaking and writing skills through topics like social media, food cultures, and globalization within the French-speaking world.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
This course improves French proficiency and Francophone cultural understanding through literature, film, advertising, journalism, grammar review, and discussion.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Ritt Deitz
The course required extensive reading, including finishing a book within a two-day window, and mandated attendance with a written insight submitted after every class.
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026Introduction to reading and analyzing literature, comics, and film in French, emphasizing the development of writing skills and close reading techniques.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Gwenola Caradec
The class involved significant work, requiring students to read, participate, and ask questions while being graded on multiple components.
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026The course explores Paris through literature, film, history, and urban geography.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
A course that uses cinema, television, and literary texts to study Montreal and Quebec, with emphasis on identity, cultural history, the Quiet Revolution, and cultural diversity.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Directed Study is an independent study course in French arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Advanced Writing Workshop develops writing and oral expression in French through internet journalism, translation, or creative genres.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2023–Spring 2026 · limited sample