Soil properties, morphology and formation part of , Soils, Geochemistry 2013:Courses
This course centers on the overlap of soil science and geology. Our goal is to explain the fundamental principles in soil sciences, introduce the concept of critical zone, where water, rock, biology, and atmosphere ...

Principles of Soil Science part of , Soils, Geochemistry 2013:Courses
Soils are complex features that reflect both past and present environmental conditions. This course is an intensive survey of the properties, genesis, and spatial distribution of soils, emphasizing key applications ...

ES326 Soil Genesis, Classification and Morphology part of , Soils, Geochemistry 2013:Courses
The course is a field-oriented exploration of soils, including classification based on the USDA Soil Taxonomy system.

Landscape Pedology part of , Soils, Geochemistry 2013:Courses
We explore approaches to evaluating soil development using concepts of soil age and residence time, and variation of soil properties with climate, geomorphic and hydrologic context, plant communities, and parent ...

GEOS 431 Soils part of , Soils, Geochemistry 2013:Courses
This course introduces students to the skin of the Earth, examining soil as both a geological material and a natural resource. We explore the awesome complexity of soils from molecular- to landscape-scale and ...

Geology and Ecology of Soils part of , Soils, Geochemistry 2013:Courses
Soils provide nutrients, water and support for growing plants, host an amazing variety of organisms, and even influence global climate. This class will focus on the dynamic systems in soil and on the interactions ...