ALE 2610 Z1 (CRN: 61718)
Agr, Lndscp & Envir: Fundamentals of Soil Science (Z1)
4 credit hours
About ALE 2610 Z1
Biological, chemical, and physical properties of the dynamic soil system as related to plant growth and environmental problems. Prerequisite: Inorganic chemistry or permission.
Section Description
This class teaches fundamental principles of soil science and introduces current topics in soil science. IN particular, the class emphasizes biological, chemical, and physical properties of the dynamic soil system as related to plant growth and environmental problems. Prerequisite: Inorganic chemistry or permission. Catamount Core: SU.The class combines lectures, on-line learning, and field and lab exercises to deepen students understanding of soils. This class is useful to anybody with interests in environmental science, agriculture and land use planning. The class will also introduce some on-line Soil Science technology
Section Expectation
Students are expected to complete a final group project conducted during lab sessions. Other expectations are that students participate and be engaged in soil field and lab exercises.
Evaluation
Evaluation is by three exams, two assignments, and keeping an online lab journal that documents soil learning with images
Important Dates
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