ENV 105 - Fundamentals of Soil Science and Pollution
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Prerequisites: BIO 133 with a grade of C or better.
Description
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of soil and soil pollution. Students explore the composition and genesis of different soils in various ecosystems, soil functions, soil strata, nutrient cycling, biology as it pertains to soil fertility and erosion as it pertains to land use. Soil pollution, the Pollution Prevention Act, local and/or state laws pertaining to land pollution, source reduction of pollution and methods of control are discussed.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Identify the various types of soils as they pertain to ecosystems and land use.
- Define the types of soil structure and their characteristics.
- Explain the role of nutrients and their availability in soil.
- Describe physical, chemical and biological properties of soil.
- Summarize types of soil pollution and causes of erosion.
- Identify the laws pertinent to soil quality and pollution reduction/prevention.
Listed Topics
- Soil composition
- Soil classification
- Soil genesis
- Nutrient availability
- Soil cycle
- Soil pollution
- Erosion basics and causes
- Biological activities in soil
- Physical properties of soil
- Wetlands (hydric) soil specifics
- Management of soil quality
- Pollution Prevention Act
Reference Materials
Textbook or OER
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 4/10/2020
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