School Of Science And HealthSoilsWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 300535.2
Discipline: SOIL SCIENCE
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 1
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
HT102A - Soils (V1)
About this Unit
In 2012 this unit is replaced by 300823 - Soils. This unit provides students with a basic understanding of soil formation and
erosion processes, soil physical, chemical and biological properties, and
the diversity and classification of soils in the Australian landscape. These
basic principles are explored in relation to the sustainable management of
soils for horticultural and agricultural production and for environmental
management under other land uses. The practical sessions are designed to reinforce the lecture material and include field description and analysis of soil profiles and properties, soil
sampling principles and practice, laboratory measurement of soil physical
and chemical properties essential/important for plant growth, and an
introduction to soil biology.