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Course Description
Examine basic physical composition and processes of both the solid and liquid phases of soil. This includes how water is held by soil, how water moves through soil and the linkage between soil water regime and processes within the hydrologic cycle, with emphasis on water infiltration and redistribution. Other topics include soil thermal and aeration properties and processes, impact of spatial variability and soil mechanics. The course will explore applied soil management challenges involving the use of soil physics to address agronomic, environmental and reclamation objectives.

Who Should Take This Course?
Aimed at individuals transitioning into the environmental field, as well as mid-level professionals in sectors involving environmental aspects, this course will also be of value to agrologists, biologists, engineers, industrial managers, foresters, technologists, and others who wish to update their skills and knowledge in this area.

Notes
IMPORTANT COURSE DETAILS
  • There is a textbook required for this course. Please see "Section Materials" under the course section. It is available for free from the U of A Libraries as an eBook.
  • Access to a Microsoft Windows-based computer may be required. A calculator is required for exercises, quizzes, and exams.
  • This course delivery format is bichronous. 100% of course content is delivered online. Students engage in both asynchronous learning, coupled with scheduled synchronous sessions throughout the course. The asynchronous dates cover course work between synchronous sessions and post-course materials (quizzes, assignments etc.). To view the schedule of the synchronous sessions, click the "view details" link under Schedule and Location on the course section.
  • This course is recognized as educational or continuing professional development credits by:
    • ECO Canada
    • The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)
    • The Association of Alberta Forest Management Professionals (AAFMP)
    • The Association of Science & Engineering Technology Professionals Of Alberta (ASET)
    • The Alberta Institute of Agrologists (AIA) as a senior agrology course related to entrance into the profession and to augment core knowledge requirements related to a practice area.
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