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Introduction to Soil Science

General

Prefix

ETS

Course Number

368

Course Level

Undergraduate

College/School

College of Science and Engineering

Description

Soil formation and classification. Relationship between physical, chemical and biological characteristics and processes of soil with the environment. Lab.

Prerequisites

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Identify soils using pedogenesis, soil morphology and soil classification systems.

Outcome

Integrate soil classification and mapping skills with soil conservation and soil management practices.

Outcome

Analyze biological, physical and chemical characteristics of soil.

Outcome

Examine relationships between soil, water, and nutrients in fertility management, agricultural production and waste management.

Course Outline

Course Outline

Introduction. 5% Soil Formation. 15% Soil Classification. 10% Soil Physical Properties. 10% Soil and Water Properties. 10% Soil Colloids. 15% Soil Acidity, Alkalinity, and Salinity. 15% Soil Organic Matter and Soil Biology. 10% Nutrient Cycles & Soil Fertility. 10%

Dependencies

Programs

ETS368 is a completion requirement for: