PWS 303
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Soils Conservation and Resources
Plant and Wildlife SciencesCollege of Life Sciences
Course Description
Taxonomy of world soils; conservation and management of agricultural, wildland, wetland, and urban soils.
When Taught
Fall.
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Prerequisite
Fulfill ANY of the following requirements:
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- 01016-020
AND 00153-027
OR
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- 01012-004
AND 00153-027
Prerequisite
Fulfill ANY of the following requirements:
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- 01016-020
AND 00153-027
OR
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- 01012-004
AND 00153-027
Other Prerequisites
PWS 100 or equivalent; Math 110 or equivalent
Recommended
Geol 111
Title
Soil Physical Properties
Learning Outcome
Understand soil physics, chemistry, taxonomy, and water movement to maintain natural resources.
Title
Soil Taxonomy and Classification
Learning Outcome
Understand the history, development, and terminology associated with USDA Soil Taxonomy and be familiar with other soil taxonomic systems. Recognize soil orders and suborders from the physical and chemical characteristics of the soil
Title
Conservation
Learning Outcome
Apply soil conservation practices and principles to regions sensitive to soil degradation.
