FDSC 4000

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FDSC 4000
Capstone Project in Food Science

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to apply Food Science knowledge and skills to solve specific, real life technical problems incurred by food processors. Under the guidance of faculty mentors, teams consisting of 4 - 5 students will act as consultants for local industry partners working with the New York State Food Venture Center (NYSFVC).


Enrollment Priority Enrollment limited to: juniors and seniors majoring in Food Science.

Exploratory Studies (CU-CEL)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025SP, 2024SP, 2023SP, 2022SP

Outcomes

  • Apply critical thinking, problem solving, and project management skills.
  • Develop professional skills and demonstrate business-level interaction.
  • Apply and demonstrate proficiency with food science concepts.
  • Practice effective communication to diverse groups, including industry, and academic partners.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one field studies.

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1207 FDSC 4000   LEC 001

  •  
    • W
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Dando, R

      Xavier, B

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: senior and junior Food Science majors.

  •  7057 FDSC 4000   FLD 801

  •  
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Dando, R

      Xavier, B

  • Instruction Mode: In Person