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Sep 29, 2024
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NRES 702 - Soil Biogeochemistry (3 units)
Soil chemical properties; soil solution, chemical equilibria, liquid/solid interaction, exchange, adsorption, methods and new developments in soil biogeochemistry.
Recommended Preparation: CHEM 122A and CHEM 122L ; MATH 182 ; PHYS 151 .
Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 2
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
Offered: Every Spring - Even Years
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. recall fundamental concepts of soil biogeochemistry through lectures, in-depth class discussion of relevant peer-reviewed literature, lab and field exercises, homework, and exams.
2. utilize fundamental knowledge about soils by applying methods to assess physical, chemical and biological aspects of soils in laboratory and field settings.
3. summarize current research and critically review the literature pertaining to a research project to be conducted as part of the laboratory component.
4. develop and execute a research project as well as present the results of the project both through an in-class presentation and a written report.
5. demonstrate enhanced critical thinking skills within the interdisciplinary setting of mixed student backgrounds.
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