LNDC1271 Soil Science

This course will help the student recognize the various types of soils and how plants respond to various soils and soil fertility.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

None

Course Requirements and Evaluation

Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.

Learning Outcomes

The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Demonstrate knowledge of the history of soil science
Demonstrate knowledge of soil formation
Demonstrate knowledge of soil classification
Demonstrate knowledge of soil texture
Demonstrate knowledge of soil water
Demonstrate knowledge of soil pH
Demonstrate knowledge of organic matter
Demonstrate knowledge of soil fertility
Demonstrate knowledge of fertilizers
Demonstrate knowledge of soil tests

Text and References

A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the bookstore.

Course Scheduling

The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty two hours for each lab credit and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Credit Details section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.

Accommodations Statement

Disability Services assists students with disabilities who need accommodations to access programs, services and college activities.  If this applies to you, please contact the DS Office on your campus to initiate the accommodations process. 
Brooklyn Park Campus - 763-488-2477
Eden Prairie Campus – 952-995-1544

Campus

Brooklyn Park Campus:  952-995-1300

Credit Details

lecture:

2

lab:

1