This subject, is designed an introduction to land and soil management, particularly in agriculture and the environment. Topics covered include, soil formation, soil classification, soil structure and soil nutrients are covered. The physical, chemical and biological processes in soils and landscapes are investigated. Important issues such as salinity, sodicity will … For more content click the Read more button below.
This subject, is designed an introduction to land and soil management, particularly in agriculture and the environment. Topics covered include, soil formation, soil classification, soil structure and soil nutrients are covered. The physical, chemical and biological processes in soils and landscapes are investigated. Important issues such as salinity, sodicity will also be discussed.
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.
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Learning resources
Prereading - Book - Soils: Their properties and management
Title:Soils: Their properties and management
Resource requirement:Prereading
Author/editor:Charman PEV and Murphy BW
Year:2007
Edition/volume:3RD EDN
Publisher:OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS
Recommended - Book - Elements of the nature and properties of soils
Title:Elements of the nature and properties of soils
Resource requirement:Recommended
Author/editor:Brady, NC., and Weil, R.R
Year:2002
Edition/volume:3RD EDN
Publisher:PRENTICE HALL INTERNATIONAL, LONDON
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Work based learning (placement):No
Subject intended learning outcomes
On successful completion you will be able to:
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Explain the relationship between soil properties and the control of plant growth and performance.
2.
Critique the significance and relevance of soil properties in agriculture and the environment
3.
Explain the development and variation of physical properties of soil across the landscape, and their relevance to plant growth and land use
4.
Apply knowledge of soil properties to classify soils in the landscape
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Compute basic mathematical calculations and prepare graphic presentations of soils data consistent with scientific standards
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Analyse the movement and storage of water in soil, and explain its the relevance to plant growth and agricultural production
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Recognise the inputs and outputs of nutrient cycling and soil organic matter and explain how they relate to plant production and health of the environment