2015-2016 University Catalog 
  
2015-2016 University Catalog

BIOL 587 - Soil Ecology

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable
Introduction to physical, chemical, and biological processes that govern development of soils and their ecological functions. Emphasizes central role that plants, microbes, and animals play in soil processes. Provides some training in system of soil classification and current methods to study soils.

Prerequisite(s): Course in general ecology or environmental science, or permission of instructor.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0