Unit

School Of Science

Soils and SubstratesWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 301446.1

Discipline: SOIL SCIENCE

Student Contribution Band: 2

Level: 3

Credit Points: 10

Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Must have passed 60 credit points

About this Unit
This unit provides you 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, along with alternative substrates, are explored in relation to the sustainable management of soils and substrates for horticultural and agricultural production and for environmental management and 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 and substrate physical and chemical properties essential/important for plant growth, soil/substrate biology.

Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Lab Coat, covered foot wear, safety goggles

Courses
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Specialisations

MT3045.1AgriFoodCURRENT



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