A study of the physical, biological and chemical properties of soils with a view towards the proper management of soils for efficient crop production and minimum soil erosion. A laboratory period is an integral part of the course designed to give the student an opportunity to observe first-hand the different physical properties of soils and to make different soil chemistry tests.
For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.
The agriculture program at SCCC provides opportunities to further each student’s knowledge of and skills in agricultural operations.
Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.
Outcome #2: Communicate ideas clearly and proficiently in writing, appropriately adjusting content and arrangement for varying audiences, purposes, and situations.
Outcome #3: Communicate their ideas clearly and proficiently in speaking, appropriately adjusting content and arrangement for varying audiences, purposes, and situations
Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.
Outcome #6: Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.
- The student will gain an understanding of what constitutes soil.
- The student will gain an understanding of foreign materials contained within the soil.
- The student will be able to understand and identify various types of soils around the world.
- The student will be able to understand and identify factors of proper soil management.
- The student will be able to identify harmful practices for soil composition.
- Soil and its Constituents
- Composition
- Proper Soil Management.
- Soil Formation and Morphology
- Soil Fertility
- Detrimental Soil Management Practices
- Lecture and class discussion.
- Guest Speakers
- Handouts, mass media, etc.
- Presentations/Projects
- NRCS Soil Management Video
- USDA Soils Training Material
- Cooperative Extension Service Soil Fertility Guidelines
- Soil Science & Management by Edward J. Plaster (Cengage)
Methods of assessing the general course outcomes and the specific course competencies include class participation, attendance, exam scores, homework assignments, and presentation assignments.
- SCCC Outcome #1 will be assessed and measured by class participation, evaluation of writing assignments covering class topics read, and lab assignment completion.
- SCCC Outcome #2 will be assessed and measured by writing assignments relating to course assignments
- SCCC Outcome #3 will be assessed and measured by presentation and projects assigned in class
- SCCC Outcome #5 will be assessed and measured by written summaries of lab work and course assignments.
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.