SO 340 - Soil Classification and Landforms

3 Credits

Course Description: This is an in-depth study of the Canadian System of Soil Classification with emphasis on the factors affecting soil genesis and taxonomy. Topics include geology, glaciation, weathering and the chemistry and physics of Canadian soils. Extensive fieldwork focuses on methods of classifying soils and landforms, soil mapping and report preparation/use, and basic procedures in land assessment.

Prerequisites: SO 210 or equivalent
Corequisites: None

Lecture Hours: 42
Lab Hours: 28