Undergraduate Degree Level Course Descriptions
SOIL 2000 Introduction to Soil Science (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Soil is a dynamic living entity upon which all terrestrial life depends. This course will examine the general principals of soil science relating to the origin, development, and classification of soils; and the biological, physical, and chemical properties of soils and their relation to proper soil management, land use, and soil conservation.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
EXCLUSIONS:
SOIL 0201.02
SOIL 3000 Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
The study of the soil chemical environment as it affects crop production. The course investigates the biogeochemical cycling of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulphur, and micronutrients in crop production. It considers the use and management of supplemental nutrients in both conventional and certified organic production. Soil pH and other factors that influence soil fertility, directly or indirectly, are also discussed. Labs take the form of problem-solving tutorials on nutrient management.
FORMAT:
FORMAT COMMENTS: Lectures will be held online, labs will be in class.
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
PREREQUISITES:
SOIL 2000; preparatory:
BIOA 2002
SOIL 3001 Soil Conservation in Agriculture (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
A study of the processes of soil degradation and its prevention or amelioration. A major part of the course concerns the erosion of agricultural soils and its control. Other topics include soil compaction and soil acidification, soil reclamation, use of soil in waste recycling, and the role of soil in water conservation. Lab periods may be used for field trips, tutorials, or seminars.
FORMAT:
FORMAT COMMENTS: Offered in alternate years
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
PREREQUISITES:
AGRI 1000
SOIL 4001 Directed Studies in Soil Science (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Directed studies involve a suitable combination of directed reading, written assignments, individual study or laboratory research projects in the area of soil science. Classes are organized and scheduled by appropriate faculty via a course coordinator. Students should approach potential instructors directly with their requests.
FORMAT COMMENTS: as arranged.
PREREQUISITES:
SOIL 2000 and 60 degree credit hours