Course Description
Fundamental soil physical and chemical properties and principles. Major lecture topics: soil description, formation, soil water and the hydrologic cycle, and soil fertility and fertilizers. Laboratory exercises in identifying soil horizons, determining soil texture, identifying nutrient deficiency symptoms in plants and interpreting soil fertility test reports.
Spring 2026
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
January 12, 2026
Classes End:
April 28, 2026
Location:
01403 Williams Hall
Class Days:
M W F
Class Start Time:
8:30am
Class End Time:
9:20am
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
4.00
Restrictions:
Requisite: Agricultural Institute Only