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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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AGRI 117 - Soil Science
PROGRAM: Agriculture
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019
Classification and characterization of soils and differences between soils, including physical, chemical, and biological properties. Relation of soils to land use and tillage, erosion, drainage, moisture supply and aeration practices. Relationship of soil properties to plant nutrition and to fertilizer chemistry, use, and management.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Understanding applied chemical, physical, and biological concepts related to soil.
- Understanding of the origin, classification, and distribution of soils and their relationship to people and food production.
- Understanding of the fertility management and conservation of soils.
- Understand the environmental impact of soil use.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Plant Nutrients
- Soil Classification
- Soil Colloids/Ion Exchange
- Soil Color
- Soil Erosion
- Soil Fertility
- Soil Formation
- Soil Organisms and Organic Matter
- Soil P and K Testing
- Soil pH and Liming
- Soil Physical Properties
- Soil Profile
- Soil Sampling
- Soil Survey Reports
- Soil Texture
- Soil Water
- Tillage
GRADING POLICY
| A |
90-100 |
| B |
80-89 |
| C |
70-79 |
| D |
60-69 |
| F |
0-59 |
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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