Soli Mechanics and Engineering (formerly BIOE 332)

Catalog description

2 Lecture Hour(s) 2 Lab Hour(s) This course addresses the fundamental principles of soil physical properties and processes; movement of water in soil; soil dynamics; measurement and analysis of soil physical processes; methods of analysis applicable to solving practical problems related to agricultural, hydrological and environmental problems. Lab Exercises: Selected lab exercises will be conducted. Discussions will include: equipment impact on soil due to agronomic practices of land preparation including planting; Soil textural triangle, volumetric heat capacity, saturated and unsaturated conductivity.