Soils in the Environment
Overview
Subject area
GEOL
Catalog Number
318
Course Title
Soils in the Environment
Department(s)
Description
The processes and behavior of soils in natural and managed environments. This course will address the physical, chemical, and biological properties and processes of soils in the context of their roles in the environment. Topics include the function of soils in supporting plant growth, maintaining environmental quality, and their role in global biogeochemical cycling. Students will learn how soils develop and how management practices affect soil quality, ecosystem productivity, and environmental sustainability. The lab section of the course will provide hands-on experience in fundamental soil physical, chemical, and biological analyses, field trips, and recitation.This course has an M&T Fee. For more info visit: http://qc.cuny.edu/?id=JU9F
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Academic Progress Units
4
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
6
Requisites
020558