Applied Soil Physics
EX 1111 is offered this winter:
This course will introduce students to the basic concepts of applied soil physics, with an emphasis on the quantitative aspects. Basic physical aspects of both the solid and liquid phases of soils as well as how water is held by soils and how it moves through soils, will be covered. The course will examine the link between the soil water régime and processes within the hydrologic cycle, with emphasis on infiltration and the soil physical properties affecting this key hydrologic process. Soil management challenges that involve soil physics and how to manipulate soils to enhance their physical properties will also be examined.
Course at a glance
- This class has online synchronous lectures.
- Lecture-based course with group work, case study review, and calculation demonstrations.
- A variety of assignments allows students to work with SI units, soil physical properties, soil physical parameters, functional inter-relationships, calculations of soil water potentials, soil water movement, and water balances.
- Aimed at individuals transitioning into the environmental field, as well as mid-level professionals in sectors involving environmental aspects, this course will also be of value to agrologists, biologists, engineers, industrial managers, foresters, technologists, and others who wish to update their skills and knowledge in this area.
- Recognized by the Alberta Institute of Agrologists (AIA) as a senior agrology course related to entrance into the profession and to augment core knowledge requirements related to a practice area.
- May be recognized as educational or continuing professional development credits by ECO Canada, the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), the Association of Alberta Forest Management Professionals (AAFMP), and the Association of Science & Engineering Technology Professionals Of Alberta (ASET).
What you will learn
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Understand soil physical parameters.
- Identify how soils hold water and how water moves in soils.
- Complete calculations for soil physical properties and water balances.
- Understand how soil physical properties can be manipulated for soil enhancement or for dealing with soil management challenges.
Offered:
Take note:
- Required textbook: Hillel, Daniel (1998) Environmental Soil Physics, Academic Press, ISBN 0123485258 (hardcover) or ISBN 9780080544151 (eBook).
- Additional learning resources are available through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- Online access to course resources; students also must have access to a calculator, lined or non-lined paper to complete assignments.
- Access to a Microsoft Windows-based computer may be required.
- Assessment includes a final exam to be completed after the last class.
Overall Schedule
Lecture/Class Schedule
Mar 20Mar 24
8:30 am – 5:00 pm MT
8:30 am – 5:00 pm MT
8:30 am – 5:00 pm MT
Mar 27Mar 29
8:30 am – 5:00 pm MT
8:30 am – 5:00 pm MT
Apr 5 — post-class component closes
Students in this section may have post-class readings or assessments to complete.
Synchronous online learning, eClass
39 hours of instruction
In synchronous online courses, students move through the course material at the same pace as their peers. These courses also provide learners with pre-scheduled online lectures that have the instructor and students interacting at the same time. All components of this type of course are accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool. format details
Your Instructor
Len KryzanowskiID: len-kryzanowski
Textbook
Required
Daniel Hillel
Environmental Soil Physics
1st edition
ISBN 0123485258
Class info
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39 course hours in total
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Cost assistance: may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, the Canada Training Benefit, and the Skilled Immigrant Micro-Loan.
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Please be advised that some of our courses fill quickly, early registration is encouraged to secure your spot. See our refunds, withdrawals & transfers policies for detailed information.
Take note:
- Required textbook: Hillel, Daniel (1998) Environmental Soil Physics, Academic Press, ISBN 0123485258 (hardcover) or ISBN 9780080544151 (eBook).
- Additional learning resources are available through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- Online access to course resources; students also must have access to a calculator, lined or non-lined paper to complete assignments.
- Access to a Microsoft Windows-based computer may be required.
- Assessment includes a final exam to be completed after the last class.
Currently counts towards:
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└39-hour elective course
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