Problem_solving |
This module addresses issues on the human use of soils, and the deliberate or otherwise modification of this important natural resource. Students will learn to identify key issues relating to this issue and modification, and will acquire knowledge regarding how to address soil related problems. |
Research skills |
A range of research skills (e.g. the acquisition of knowledge and relevant data and its handling) are developed in the 2nd year undergraduate programmes. These will be employed in the production of the extended course essay and examination work. |
Communication |
Writing communication skills will be assessed in the course essay and examination work, and discussion will be encouraged in class (the latter will not be assessed). |
Improving own Learning and Performance |
Students will be encouraged to use, and guidance will be given in lectures, of appropriate readings of library and web-based material. |
Information Technology |
Data and knowledge can be acquired from appropriate web sources that will be of use for both the examination and the extended course essay. The latter will be word processed, and the use of other IT packages for analysis and the presentation of results will be encouraged. |
Personal Development and Career planning |
The themes covered in this module are applicable to modern human society, and students will be made aware of the potential to pursue a career in applied soil science. |
Subject Specific Skills |
Familiarisation with specific topics relating to soil use, modification and environmental impact (including implications to human health). |