ENVS 2203

(3 Credits) 3 Lecture hours, 3 Laboratory hours Learn the fundamentals of soil science addressing the core challenges created by increasing societal demands on soil resources. Explore concepts of soil description for soils on Alberta landscapes along with the physical, chemical and biological properties of soils. Link the role of soils to the broader ecosystem. Covers laboratory techniques for determination of fundamental soil properties. Note: This course can not be used as a General Science Option.