SSC 112
Principles of Soil Science
Section: 201

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:
02417 Williams Hall
Class Days:
H
Class Start Time:
1:30pm
Class End Time:
3:20pm

Class Type:
Laboratory
Credits:
0.00
Restrictions:
Requisite: Agricultural Institute Only