AP 310 - Farmland Evaluation

3 Credits

Lecture Hours: 56
Lab Hours: 8
Course Description: This course provides theory and practice in farmland assessment according to Alberta Municipal Affairs Assessment Standards Guidelines. It includes the evaluation of farmland in relation to soils, climate, and productivity factors. The course provides training in soil evaluation to a level that students can successfully use the Alberta Municipal Affairs farmland assessment manual. The preparation of assessment reports and interpretation of aerial photographs, soil surveys, and county maps will be considered.

Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None