Fall 2007 Course Descriptions

All courses below are approved to be taught in Fall 2007; however, some (or all) may not be offered this term.  The course numbers that are offered this term link to the Schedule of Classes.  Class with alternative delivery modes (Web based, cable TV, correspondence, etc) are noted in the Schedule at the section level.  The complete list below is a good indicator of what may be offered over the next few years (contact department about offerings).  For explanations of course elements see the Key to Course Descriptions.

Plant Pathology (PL P)  Department Info

PL P 285L -- Principles of Microbiology Laboratory  (1 unit)
Description:  The course is the laboratory course to accompany MIC 285R.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  MCB 181R, MCB 181L, ECOL 182, CHEM 103A, CHEM 103B, CHEM 104A, CHEM 104B: Concurrent registration, MIC 285R for MIC and V SC majors. Strongly recommended that MIC 285L and MIC 285R be taken together for all others
Identical to:  MIC 285L; MIC is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 285R -- Principles of Microbiology  (4 units)
Description:  The course is an introductory microbiology class for majors, emphasizing cellular, biochemical and molecular aspects of metabolism, genetics, cell structure, and host-parasite interactions
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  MCB 181R, MCB 181L, ECOL 182, CHEM 103A, CHEM 103B, CHEM 104A, CHEM 104B: Concurrent registration, MIC 285L for MIC and V SC majors. Strongly recommended that MIC 285L and MIC 285R be taken together for all others
Identical to:  MIC 285R; MIC is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 299 -- Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 299H -- Honors Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 305 -- Introductory Plant Pathology  (3 units)
Description:  Detailed study of representative plant diseases, with emphasis on basic concepts of diagnosis, cause, epidemiology, and control.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  MCB 181R.
Identical to:  MIC 305.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 329A -- Microbial Diversity  (3 units)
Description:  Microbial diversity is a course offered to students in Microbiology, and to other majors with an interest in the remarkable genetic, species-level, phylogenetic, functional, and ecological diversity of prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  MCB 181R.
Identical to:  ECOL 329A, MIC 329A, V SC 329A.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 393 -- Internship  (1-6 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of training and practice in actual service in a technical, business, or governmental establishment.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 399 -- Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PL P 399H -- Honors Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 421B -- Microbiological Techniques  (3 units)
Description:  Experiments to facilitate the development of laboratory skills in basic and applied microbiology and biotechnology with emphasis in physiology and metabolism genetics, immunology and pathogenesis.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Special course fee required:  $25.
Prerequisite(s):  MIC 205A, MIC 205L. MIC 421A is not prerequisite to MIC 421B.
Typical structure:  1 hour lecture, 6 hours laboratory.
Identical to:  MIC 421B; MIC is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 427L -- General Mycology Laboratory  (2 units)
Description:  General mycology laboratory, with emphasis on the microfungi.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PL P 427R.
Identical to:  MIC 427L.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 427R -- General Mycology  (3 units)
Description:  An exploration of the diversity of fungi and fungus like organisms covering general biology and roles as pathogens (of humans and plants), saprobes and symbionts. Fungi as models for eukaryotic molecular research and their uses in industry will be covered.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  MCB 181R, MIC 285R.
May be repeated:  for credit 1 time (maximum 2 enrollments).
Identical to:  MIC 427R, V SC 427R.
May be convened with:  PL P 527R.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 428L -- Microbial Genetics Laboratory  (2 units)
Description:  Laboratory associated with lecture course on Prokaryotic gene structure and function; methods of gene transfer and mapping, DNA structure, replication, transcription, and translation. Hands-on computer analysis of DNA sequences and gene cloning strategies. Principles of regulation of gene expression. Biology of plasmids and bacteriophages.  This is a Writing Emphasis Course.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Special course fee required:  $15.
Prerequisite(s):  satisfaction of the Mid-Career Writing Assessment (MCWA) or the former upper-division writing proficiency requirement (UDWPE); ECOL 320, PL S 312 and PL P 428R.
Identical to:  ECOL 428L, MIC 428L, PL S 428L, SWES 428L, V SC 428L.
May be convened with:  PL P 528L.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 428R -- Microbial Genetics  (3 units)
Description:  Prokaryotic gene structure and function; methods of gene transfer and mapping, DNA structure, replication, transcription, and translation. Hands-on computer analysis of DNA sequences and gene cloning strategies. Principles of regulation of gene expression. Biology of plasmids and bacteriophages.  This is a Writing Emphasis Course.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  satisfaction of the Mid-Career Writing Assessment (MCWA) or the former upper-division writing proficiency requirement (UDWPE).
Identical to:  SWES 428R, PL S 428R, ECOL 428R, MIC 428R, V SC 428R.
May be convened with:  PL P 528R.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 446 -- Insect Pathogens: Biocontrol Agents & Biological Models  (4 units)
Description:  Ecology and biology of insect pathogens (viruses, bacteria, protozoa, nematodes). Diagnostics, safey testing of pathogens. Genomics and genetic engineering of entomopathogens. Insect pathogens as biological model organisms. Applications in medical and veterinary research and pharmaceutical bioprospecting.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Prerequisite(s):  ENTO 411, ENTO 415L, ENTO 415M, ENTO 415R or consent of instructor.
Typical structure:  3 hours laboratory, 2 hours lecture, 1 hour discussion.
May be repeated:  for credit 1 time (maximum 2 enrollments).
Identical to:  ENTO 446; ENTO is home department.
May be convened with:  PL P 546.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 451 -- Biology and Characterization of Plant Pathogenic Agents  (4 units)
Description:  Examines the biological properties of the various groups of plant pathogens and the contemporary methods used to characterize these agents and the diseases they cause.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PL P 305; one laboratory course or consent of instructor.
Identical to:  MIC 451.
May be convened with:  PL P 551.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 452 -- Antibiotics – A Biological Perspective  (3 units)
Description:  Antibiotics – a biological perspective” provides an introduction to the major classes of antibiotics, their modes of action, the threat and reality of antibiotic resistant “superbugs”, as well as the biosynthesis, microbiological role, discovery, and industrial production of these compounds. The course will concentrate on the microbiological, genetic, and molecular biological aspects of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance, with less emphasis on chemistry. Thus, it complements but does not replace other courses that may detail the chemical synthesis and medicinal chemistry of these compounds, or concentrate on their medical or veterinary application as drugs. The course is designed to increase the awareness and appreciation of the importance of antibiotics and anti-infective research in an age when: cheap and failsafe antibiotic cures are considered a birthright in developed countries while lacking in the rest of the world; antibiotic use and misuse is prevalent in medicine, veterinary practice, and agriculture; antibiotic agents increasingly lose effectiveness due to emerging resistance; and anti-infective research has been severely curtailed by pharmaceutical companies.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  CHEM 103A, MCB 181R; MIC 205A is recommended.
Identical to:  MIC 452; MIC is home department.
May be convened with:  PL P 552.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 493 -- Internship  (1-6 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of training and practice in actual service in a technical, business, or governmental establishment.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 494R -- Research  (3 units)
Description:  The practical application, on an individual basis, of previously studied theory and the collection of data for future theoretical interpretation.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  ENGL 101, MATH 110, ABE 120, instructor consent.
May be repeated:  for credit 1 time (maximum 2 enrollments).
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 496A -- Department of Plant Sciences Seminar  (1 unit)
Description:  Departmental seminar providing a forum for graduate students to present research objectives and progress. Student presentations will be evaluated by course instructors and selected faculty. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in the seminar evaluation process.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Identical to:  PL S 496A.
May be convened with:  PL P 596A.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 496B -- Research Discussions  (1-3 units)
Description:  The development and exchange of scholarly information, usually in a small group setting. The scope of work shall consist of research by course registrants, with the exchange of the results of such research through discussion, reports, and/or papers.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 9 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 498 -- Senior Capstone  (1-3 units)
Description:  A culminating experience for majors involving a substantive project that demonstrates a synthesis of learning accumulated in the major, including broadly comprehensive knowledge of the discipline and its methodologies. Senior standing required.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 498H -- Honors Thesis  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 9 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 499 -- Independent Study  (1-5 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PL P 512A -- Biological Electron Microscopy  (5 units)
Description:  Provides theoretical background and practical experience in transmission and scanning electron microscopy that are necessary for the efficient and effective application of ultra-structural and cytochemical techniques as research tools.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  one college-level course in each of physics, chemistry, and biology.
Typical structure:  9 hours laboratory, 2 hours lecture.
Identical to:  MCB 512A; MCB is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 516 -- Plant Nematology  (2 units)
Description:  The nature, ecology, classification, and control of nematode diseases in plants.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PL P 551 or consent of instructor.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 527R -- General Mycology  (3 units)
Description:  An exploration of the diversity of fungi and fungus like organisms covering general biology and roles as pathogens (of humans and plants), saprobes and symbionts. Fungi as models for eukaryotic molecular research and their uses in industry will be covered. Graduate-level requirements include a term paper 10 pages in lenght to allow a more in depth exploration of a topic in fungal biology. Also required is a 30 minute oral presentation on a topic of choice for 100 points of grade.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 1 time (maximum 2 enrollments).
Identical to:  V SC 527R.
May be convened with:  PL P 427R.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 528L -- Microbial Genetics Laboratory  (2 units)
Description:  Laboratory associated with lecture course on Prokaryotic gene structure and function; methods of gene transfer and mapping, DNA structure, replication, transcription, and translation. Hands-on computer analysis of DNA sequences and gene cloning strategies. Principles of regulation of gene expression. Biology of plasmids and bacteriophages. Graduate-level requirements include the DNA sequence of an entire operon from any one of a variety of bacteria and additionally analyze one product from the operon using several GCG protein analysis programs. Also extra exam questions.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Special course fee required:  $15.
Identical to:  ECOL 528L, MCB 528L, MIC 528L, PL S 528L, SWES 528L, V SC 528L.
May be convened with:  PL P 428L.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 528R -- Microbial Genetics  (3 units)
Description:  Prokaryotic gene structure and function; methods of gene transfer and mapping, DNA structure, replication, transcription, and translation. Hands-on computer analysis of DNA sequences and gene cloning strategies. Principles of regulation of gene expression. Biology of plasmids and bacteriophages. Graduate-level requirements include a DNA sequence of an entire operon from any one of a variety of bacteria and additionally analyze one product from the operon using several GCG protein analysis programs. An extensive exam.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  ECOL 528R, MIC 528R, V SC 528R, MCB 528R, SWES 528R, PL S 528R.
May be convened with:  PL P 428R.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 546 -- Insect Pathogens: Biocontrol Agents & Biological Models  (4 units)
Description:  Ecology and biology of insect pathogens (viruses, bacteria, protozoa, nematodes). Diagnostics, safey testing of pathogens. Genomics and genetic engineering of entomopathogens. Insect pathogens as biological model organisms. Applications in medical and veterinary research and pharmaceutical bioprospecting. Graduate-level requirements include students to prepare and give one oral presentation of a specific topic that will be coordinated with the instructor at the beginning of the course. Topics considered in the oral presentations will be included in the final exam.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Prerequisite(s):  ENTO 511, ENTO 515L, ENTO 515M, ENTO 515R; or consent of instructor.
Typical structure:  3 hours laboratory, 2 hours lecture, 1 hour discussion.
May be repeated:  for credit 1 time (maximum 2 enrollments).
Identical to:  ENTO 546; ENTO is home department.
May be convened with:  PL P 446.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 550 -- Principles of Plant Microbiology  (4 units)
Description:  [Taught alternate years beginning Fall 2002] . This course deals with the mechanisms that plants and associated microorganisms use to establish detrimental or beneficial relationships from the molecular level to the population level. Classical and contemporary research are used extensively to evaluate contemporary and emerging theories.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PL P 305 or consent of instructor.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 551 -- Biology and Characterization of Plant Pathogenic Agents  (4 units)
Description:  Examines the biological properties of the various groups of plant pathogens and the contemporary methods used to characterize these agents and the diseases they cause. Graduate-level requirements include additional assignments. [Taught alternate years beginning Fall 2003] .
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  PL P 451.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 552 -- Antibiotics – A Biological Perspective  (3 units)
Description:  Antibiotics – a biological perspective” provides an introduction to the major classes of antibiotics, their modes of action, the threat and reality of antibiotic resistant “superbugs”, as well as the biosynthesis, microbiological role, discovery, and industrial production of these compounds. The course will concentrate on the microbiological, genetic, and molecular biological aspects of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance, with less emphasis on chemistry. Thus, it complements but does not replace other courses that may detail the chemical synthesis and medicinal chemistry of these compounds, or concentrate on their medical or veterinary application as drugs. The course is designed to increase the awareness and appreciation of the importance of antibiotics and anti-infective research in an age when: cheap and failsafe antibiotic cures are considered a birthright in developed countries while lacking in the rest of the world; antibiotic use and misuse is prevalent in medicine, veterinary practice, and agriculture; antibiotic agents increasingly lose effectiveness due to emerging resistance; and anti-infective research has been severely curtailed by pharmaceutical companies. Graduate-level requirements include a published peer-reviewed scientific papers pertinent to antibiotic research for reading and for preparing Critical Summaries. Graduate students will also need to prepare a Student Presentation on a selected antibiotic.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  MIC 552; MIC is home department.
May be convened with:  PL P 452.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 560 -- Core Concepts in Plant Biology  (4 units)
Description:  Physiological, biochemical, genetic and molecular biological principles fundamental to graduate level study of growth, development and reproduction of plants in normal and stressful environments.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PL S 360, CHEM 462A, CHEM 462B.
Identical to:  PL S 560; PL S is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 561 -- Core Concepts in Plant Biology II  (4 units)
Description:  Physiological, biochemical, genetic and molecular biological principles fundamental to graduate level study of growth, development and reproduction of plants in normal and stressful environments.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PL S 360, BIOC 462A, BIOC 462B.
Typical structure:  3 hours lecture, 1 hour discussion.
Identical to:  PL S 561; PL S is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 575 -- Advanced Mycology  (3 units)
Description:  Biology of fungi, including morphology, physiology, systematics, genetics, ecological significance, and economic importance; emphasis on plant pathogens and environmentally essential fungi.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PL P 427R or consent of instructor.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 593 -- Internship  (1-6 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of training and practice in actual service in a technical, business, or governmental establishment.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 596A -- Department of Plant Sciences Seminar.  (1 unit)
Description:  Departmental seminar providing a forum for graduate students to present research objectives and progress. Student presentations will be evaluated by course instructors and selected faculty. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in the seminar evaluation process.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 12 units of credit.
Identical to:  PL S 596A.
May be convened with:  PL P 496A.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 596B -- Research Discussions  (1-3 units)
Description:  The development and exchange of scholarly information, usually in a small group setting. The scope of work shall consist of research by course registrants, with the exchange of the results of such research through discussion, reports, and/or papers.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 9 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 599 -- Independent Study  (1-5 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Graduate students doing independent work which cannot be classified as actual research will register for credit under course number 599, 699, or 799.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PL P 611 -- Molecular Plant-Virology  (3 units)
Description:  Current advances in the structure of viral genomes, function and regulation of viral genes, molecular plant-virus interactions, and molecular strategies for viral disease control.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PL P 305, BIOC 460.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 616 -- Plants, Disease, and Arizona Agriculture  (1 unit)
Description:  The impact of plant diseases on agricultural production in Arizona with emphasis on site visits to selected agricultural industries. This course is offered over two semesters: Fall and Spring. The grade for this course will be awarded to the student at the completion of the spring semester.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Prerequisite(s):  PL P 551.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 621 -- Molecular Plant-Microbe Interactions  (3 units)
Description:  Molecular properties that control development of host, parasite, and symbiotic relationships. Contemporary molecular hypotheses are related to genetic and biochemical data available on disease resistance and pathogenesis.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  BIOC 460.
Identical to:  BIOC 621, MCB 621, PL S 621.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 693 -- Internship  (1-6 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of training and practice in actual service in a technical, business, or governmental establishment.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 694A -- Clinical Plant Pathology  (1-3 units)
Description:  The practical application, on an individual basis, of previously studied theory and the collection of data for future theoretical interpretation.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 9 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 694B -- TCH Tech Plant Pathology  (1-3 units)
Description:  The practical application, on an individual basis, of previously studied theory and the collection of data for future theoretical interpretation.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 9 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 695A -- Journal Club  (1 unit)
Description:  Enrolled students take turns selecting and leading the discussion on articles from the primary literature. Enrollment is open to students with interests in any of the three focus areas of the Dept. of Plant Sciences: Plant Biology, Genetics and Genomics; Horticultural and Crop Sciences; and Plant Pathology and Microbiology. Goals of the course include: fostering interaction among students with diverse interests and backgrounds, keeping abreast of current publications of broad interest, and providing a forum where free discussion is encouraged.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 4 units of credit.
Identical to:  MCB 695A, PL S 695A.
Usually offered:  Fall.

PL P 695B -- Plant Pathology  (1 unit)
Description:  contact department.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Identical to:  MCB 695B, PL S 695B.
Usually offered:  Spring.

PL P 695C -- Introduction to Research  (3-5 units)
Description:  Short research projects on average to cover the length of a semester conducted in various departmental faculty laboratories. The projects will be designed to introduce students to the range of research being conducted in the department.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 2 times (maximum 3 enrollments).
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 696A -- Interdisciplinary Plant Sciences Seminar  (1 unit)
Description:  The scope of the work will consist of discussion and critical evaluation of current literature with course instructors and visiting seminar speakers. Written evaluations and oral presentations may be required of course registrants.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 7 times (maximum 8 enrollments).
Identical to:  PL S 696A; PL S is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 699 -- Independent Study  (1-5 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Graduate students doing independent work which cannot be classified as actual research will register for credit under course number 599, 699, or 799.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 900 -- Research  (2-8 units)
Description:  Individual research, not related to thesis or dissertation preparation, by graduate students.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PL P 909 -- Master's Report  (1-8 units)
Description:  Individual study or special project or formal report thereof submitted in lieu of thesis for certain master's degrees.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

PL P 910 -- Thesis  (2-8 units)
Description:  Research for the master's thesis (whether library research, laboratory or field observation or research, artistic creation, or thesis writing). Maximum total credit permitted varies with the major department.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PL P 920 -- Dissertation  (1-9 units)
Description:  Research for the doctoral dissertation (whether library research, laboratory or field observation or research, artistic creation, or dissertation writing).
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

PL P 930 -- Supplementary Registration  (1-9 units)
Description:  For students who have completed all course requirements for their advanced degree programs. May be used concurrently with other enrollments to bring to total number of units to the required minimum.
Grading:  a Grade of K is awarded for this course except for the final term.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.