ESS110 Introduction to ESS (1) Invited speakers on current topics; career opportunities in the environmental sciences; field trip with departmental faculty. Note that this course is no longer offered. If your catalog (2004-05 or earlier) calls for this course, please see your advisor. S/NC grading.

ESS120 Soils & Civilizations (Cultures & Civ)* (3) Investigation of the close linkage between soil conservation and degradation and the consequences to ancient civilizations and environmental degradation and its societal impacts during modern times. Comparison of past soil management practices to present-day issues of soil salinization, erosion, and siltation. Introduction to the role of soil resources in current global environmental issues and conflicts. (CC)

ESS210 Introduction to Soil Science (4) Differences in soils; soil genesis; and the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil. Relation of soil to agricultural and environmental sustainability, land use and pollution. Soil management relative to tillage, erosion, moisture supply, temperature, aeration, fertility, and plant nutrition. Contact Hour Distribution: 3 hours lecture and one 2-hour lab.

ESS220 Waters and Civilizations (Cultures & Civs)* (3) Investigation and discussion of the societal impacts on ancient and modern civilizations of water issues including irrigation, flood control, droughts and desertification, dam construction, aquifers, drinking water, water pollution, and water rights. (CC) Contact Hour Distribution: 3 hours lecture.

ESS242 Soil Morphology (1) Intensive course involving describing, classifying and interpreting soils in preparation for regional and national soil judging contests. Contact Hour Distribution: 1 hour and 1 lab. Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 4 hours. Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

ESS301 Professional Development(OC)* (1) Techniques of effective professional communications, professional ethics, interviewing, and the job search. Introduction of requirements for professional certification in various disciplines. (OC) Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – junior.

ESS324 Soil and Water Conservation (3) Soil and Water Conservation. Investigation of hydrologic principles regarding soil and water conservation and sustainability. Topics include ¯ hydrologic cycle, water quality, soil properties, erosion prediction and control, and techniques to protect natural resources. Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours lecture and one 3-hour lab. (RE) Prerequisite(s): 210.

ESS334 Soil Nutrient Manage. & Fertilizers (3) Influence of soil properties on nutrient availability to plants. Management of inorganic and organic fertilizer materials and the determination of their fate in the soilplant system. Nutrient management as it relates to agricultural sustainability and soil quality. Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab. (RE) Prerequisite(s): 210.

ESS355x Environmental Soil Biology (3) Biology and biochemistry of the soil environment as it applies to environmental and agricultural processes. Topics include microbial ecology, biogeochemical cycling of soil elements, soil quality and bioremediation. (RE) Prerequisite(s): 210 and Microbiology 210.

ESS424 Environmental Stormwater Management (3) Investigation of sustainability issues regarding control of the hydrologic cycle, with special emphases on hydrologic estimation, hydraulic design, and best management practices for control of stormwater and associated erosion and water quality issues. (RE) Prerequisite(s): 210

ESS434 Environmental Soil Chemistry (3) Composition and chemical properties of soils and processes that govern fate and behavior of chemicals in the soil environment. Topics include: clay mineralogy; soil organic matter; mineral weathering and stability; aqueous speciation; surface chemistry; ion exchange, adsorption, and molecular retention; oxidation-reduction; and soil acidity, alkalinity, and salinity. (RE) Prerequisite(s): Chemistry 110 or Chemistry 350

ESS442 Soil Genesis and Classification (3) Soil genesis and formation; observing and describing morphology of agricultural and forest soils; chemical and physical properties, classification. Includes 3 weekend field trips. Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab. (RE) Prerequisite(s): 210.

ESS444 Environmental Soil Physics (3) Basic understanding of soil physical properties and processes; influence of soil physical properties on water and chemical movement in soil; practical experience in the measurement and analysis of soil physical properties, water flow, and chemical movement in soil. (RE) Prerequisite(s): 210 and Physics 221. Credit Restriction: Students cannot receive credit for both 444 and 544

ESS454 Environmental Soil Biology (3) Biology and biochemistry of the soil environment as they apply to environmental and agricultural processes and sustainability. Topics include the soil habitat, microbial ecology and diversity, biogeochemical cycling of nutrients, biodegradation, and research methodology to investigate soil microorganisms. (RE) Credit Restriction(s): Students cannot receive credit for both 454 and 554 (RE) Prerequisite(s): 210

ESS462 Environmental Climatology (3) Study of global energy budget, past climates, climate variability, climate distribution, and climate change. Emphasis on global warming and its potential impacts on ecosystems, societies, and global sustainability. Students are required to use quantitative, computer, and problem-solving skills to analyze and report climate data for environmental planning. Recommended Background: Computer proficiency.

ESS481 Capstone in Env. & Soil Sciences (3) Integrative course in which students work individually and collaboratively to develop solutions for soil and water related environmental problems. Writing and oral communication emphasis course. Note that this course is no longer offered. If your catalog (2005-06 or earlier) calls for this course, please see your advisor. Prereq: Senior Standing.

ESS492 Internship (6) Supervised experience with a departmentallyapproved employer. Student is responsible for making arrangements. Requirements include maintaining a daily log, supervisor evaluations, and a final report. Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only. Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 hours. Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

ESS493 Problems in Environmental and Soil Sciences (1-3) Special research problems in environmental sciences. Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 hours. Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

ESS495 Professional exam preparation (1)

ESS554 Environmental Soil Biology (3) Biology and biochemistry of the soil environment as they apply to environmental and agricultural processes. Topics include the soil habitat, microbial ecology and diversity, biogeochemical cycling of nutrients, biodegradation, and research methodology to investigate soil microorganisms. (RE) Credit Restriction(s): Students cannot receive credit for both 454 and 554 (RE) Prerequisite(s): 210


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