Advanced Soil Science
Farming
A course by
Lincoln University
This course advances knowledge in soil science, covering pedology, biogeochemistry, climate change impacts, and their application to sustainable land use.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Lincoln University Campus, Lincoln
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Explain key pedogenic processes
Explain key pedogenic processes and feedbacks among soil biology and above-ground ecosystems.
Analyse soil data
Interpret, analyse and synthesise soil data into a report.
Design field soil surveys
Design field soil sampling campaigns for soil surveys of intermediate intensity.
What You're Signing Up For
You’ll grow your knowledge of advanced soil science, delving into biogeochemistry and climate change science, as well as pedology (soil information systems) and then apply that science to sustainable land use issues. This course covers key pedogenic processes, soil biology interactions with ecosystems, soil data analysis and field sampling, C and N biogeochemistry relevant to primary production and climate change, and scientific report writing.
Course Content
- Pedogenic processes and soil biology interactions
- Soil data interpretation, analysis, and synthesis
- Designing field soil sampling campaigns for intermediate intensity surveys
- Soil biogeochemistry of Carbon and Nitrogen
- Application of soil science to sustainable land use and climate change
- Scientific report writing ethics and practice
What you need to know first
Soil Science II, SOSC-222 or Soil Management, SOSC-224
Restriction Soil Resources, SOSC-342
Restriction Advanced Soil Science, SOSC-343
Restriction Biogeochemistry and Climate Change, PHSC-318
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Agriculture
Environmental Science
Future employment opportunities might be
Soil Scientist
Environmental Consultant
Agricultural Scientist
Land Use Planner
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