Course Overview

Fundamental ascpects of soils with regard to their genesis, physicochemical properties, management and the related environmental issues will be lectured, and the discussion on some selected topics will be treated as more advanced understanding of present status of soils in the changing world.

Learning Achievement

Through the course, students will be able to:
-define what "soil" is.
-understand soil functions in natural and agro-ecosystems.
-point out the relationships between soil degradation and environmental issues.

Competence

1. Systematic experience

Course prerequisites

Grading Philosophy

small test in every session& group discussion (50%), group presentation (20%), final report (30%)

Course schedule

Course type

Lectures

Online Course Requirement

Instructor

Asano Maki

Other information

Same as EC32161
Lecture is conducted in English.
Hybrid or Others Please be sure to check manaba for the latest information.

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