GPH 385P Soils and the Environment

3 Credit(s) DII

This course examines the fundamental principles of soil science and soils geography, including the origin, nature, and composition of soils; their physical, biological and chemical properties; and the geographical considerations of formation, soils distribution, and soil management. Planning, development, and environmental issues will be examined. Occasional local field trips are required. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR354P. Prerequisite: Completion of a lab science sequence or permission of Department Chairperson.