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SCED822: Land Degradation and Management |
This unit looks at the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of soil, and soil ecology. It also covers land processes including hydrology and geomorphology, and land degradation processes including wind and water erosion, degradation of soil structure, salinity, waterlogging, soil fertility and acidification. In addition, it considers land rehabilitation methods, sustainable land use and land capability, and catchment and farm planning.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
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X1 - External study; Offered in the first half-year
(On Campus session: No session)
X2 - External study; Offered in the second half-year
(On Campus session: No session) |
| Staff Contact: |
Dr Ray Froend (ECU) |
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| Offered By: |
ELS - Division of Environmental and Life Sciences |
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