81. Natural Resource Sciences NRSC Courses - Graduate Catalog Fall 2003 - University Role and importance of crop and soil resources in the development of human NRSC 454 Environmental Issues in Plant and soil Sciences (3 credits) http://www.gradschool.umd.edu/catalog/courses/NRSC.html

Graduate School Application Financial Aid Registration ... Courses Courses by Code Graduate Courses for NRSC Natural Resources Sciences Schedule of Classes: Fall Winter Spring Summer (Only current and next semester available) NRSC 400 Water and Nutrient Planning for the Nursery and Greenhouse Industry (3 credits) Prerequisites: CHEM103 or NRSC200 (formerly AGRO 202) or permission of department. Recommended: PLSC456 (formerly H ORT456) or PLSC432 (formerly HORT432). Credit will be granted for only one of the following: HORT400 or NRSC400. Formerly HORT 400. Skills will be developed in order to write nutrient management plans for the greenhouse and nursery industry. Completion of this course can lead to professional certification in nutrient planning by the State of Maryland after MDA examinations are passed. NRSC 411 Principles of Soil Fertility (3 credits) Prerequisite: NRSC200 or equivalent. Credit will be granted for only one of the following: AGRO411 or NRSC411. Formerly AGRO 411. Soil factors affecting plant growth and quality with emphasis on the bio-availability of mineral nutrients. The management of soil systems to enhance plant growth by means of crop rotations, microbial activities, and use of organic and inorganic amendments. NRSC 413 Soil and Water Conservation (3 credits) Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: NRSC200. Credit will be granted for only one of the following: AGRO413 or NRSC413. Formerly AGRO 413.

82. Crop And Soil Environmental Sciences - College Of Agriculture And Life Sciences, two majors crop and soils Environmental science and Environmental science. crop and soil Environmental science students may choose from one of five of http://www.cals.vt.edu/departments/cses.html

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University A land-grant institution Home About Our College Academic ... Academic Departments Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences The Department of Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences focuses on people and their environment. It deals with crop production, soil utilization, and environmental stewardship. Its professionals are concerned with helping to feed the world and protect the environment. Faculty members work to grow crucial commodities, improve water quality, develop environmentally acceptable methods for protecting crops from pests, advise municipalities on use of the land resource, maintain the greens and fairways at golf courses, and provide a host of other valuable goods and services. Undergraduate Program - Bachelor's Degree The Department of Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences offers students two majors: Crop and Soils Environmental Science and Environmental Science. Crop and Soil Environmental Science students may choose from one of five of the following emphasis options: Soil-Environmental, Agroecology, Turfgrass Management, Biotechnology and International Agriculture. Soil-Environmental Sciences - This option is designed for students who are interested in careers that deal with the use of soil resources and with soil conservation in both agricultural and nonagricultural settings. It emphasizes soil properties, taxonomy, origins, and uses. Graduates work with private and public agencies that deal with soil and water pollution, land use, and environmental cleanup.

83. Soil Science (SOILS) The soil science program is administered in the Department of crop and soil soil science (soilS) course list. The Pennsylvania State University © 2004 http://www.psu.edu/bulletins/whitebook/programs/soils.htm

84. Course List - OSU Online Catalog Exposure to career opportunities in crop and soil science. PREREQ One year biological science and one course in organic chemistry. Lec/lab. http://catalog.oregonstate.edu/CourseList.aspx?subjectcode=CSS

85. MSUE Campus Units Portal The Department of crop and soil Sciences has a strong extension/outreach part of five courses taught in the department of Horticulture and crop and soil http://www.msue.msu.edu/portal/default.cfm?pageset_id=38331&page_id=113257&msue_

86. Courses courses in soil science. 132 Earth s Water Natural science and Human Use. Discussion of plant nutritional topics unique to horticultural crops http://www.soils.wisc.edu/soils/grad-undergrad/courses.htm

General Information Why Wisconsin? Graduate Studies Undergraduate Studies ... Faculty Staff Graduate Students Newsletter/Current Activities Other Department Links A Bit of History ... Related Links Department of Soil Science University of Wisconsin-Madison 1525 Observatory Drive Madison, WI 53706-1299 (608) 265-2595 (fax) Courses in Soil Science Earth's Water: Natural Science and Human Use . (Also Atm Ocn) II; 3 cr. (P-E) Water is central to the function of planet Earth. As humans increase their impact on Earth's systems and cohabitants, our understanding of the multiple roles of water becomes critical to finding sustainable strategies for human and ecosystem health. This course explores the science of Earth's hydrosphere, with constant attention to human uses and impacts. P: High school math and science. Bland Norman Soil: Ecosystem and Resource . (Also Envir St, Geog) I, SS; 3 cr. (P-I) The role of soils in ecosystems (habitat, moisture and nutrient reserve, biologically active part of the groundwater system) and the impact of human activity on the soil environment. P: Not open to students with credits in Soil Sci 301.

87. Knight Center For Environmental Journalism—Learning Administered By crop and soil Sciences Course CSS 211 Turfgrass and the Environment Semester Spring of every year. http://environmental.jrn.msu.edu/css.html

HOME LEARNING ENVCOURSES CSS Course: CSS 101 Introduction to Crop Science Semester: Fall of every year. Credits: Total Credits: 3 Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 3(2-2) Description: Principles of crop management, improvement, and fertilization. International and sustainable agriculture. Water quality issues. Course: CSS 210 Fundamentals of Soil and Landscape Science Semester: Fall of every year. Spring of every year. Credits: Total Credits: 3 Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 3(2-3) Recommended Background: (CEM 141) Description: Agricultural and natural resource ecosystems: soil, vegetation and ground water components. Energy, water and nutrient cycles. Soil classification and mapping. Land management and use issues. Interdepartmental With: Forestry Administered By: Crop and Soil Sciences Course: CSS 211 Turfgrass and the Environment Semester: Spring of every year. Credits: Total Credits: 2 Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 3 2(3-0) Prerequisite: (CSS 232) Recommended Background: (CSS 210) Restrictions: Open only to students in the Institute of Agricultural Technology.

88. UMass Amherst: Department Of Plant, Soil, And Insect Sciences Department of Plant and soil Sciences banner with UMass Amherst logo crop production, secondary school instruction, and golf course and parks management http://www.umass.edu/plsoils/undergrad/

Undergraduate Program The Major Plant and Soil Sciences, through the combined study of plants, soils, and the environment, prepares students for an active role promoting the quality of life through environmentally conscious and socially responsible management of plant and soil resources. Students in Plant and Soil Sciences learn effective techniques for land and crop management, growing and breeding plants, reducing pesticide use, and using plants and soil microorganisms to remove environmental contaminants from ecosystems. A degree in Plant and Soil Sciences is for students interested in such issues as: Producing locally grown food and feed crops Reducing land and water pollution Enhancing the beauty of homes, towns, cities, and businesses Expanding recreational enjoyment of parks, athletic fields, and other green areas Evaluating the role of organic matter in soil sustainability Developing new crops and cropping systems Increasing the world food supply, safety, and quality

89. UMass Amherst: Department Of Plant, Soil, And Insect Sciences The undergraduate curriculum in Plant and soil Sciences is unique, developed so crop production, secondary school instruction, and golf course and parks http://www.umass.edu/plsoils/offerings/undergrad/

Undergraduate Program The Major Plant and Soil Sciences, through the combined study of plants, soils, and the environment, prepares students for an active role promoting the quality of life through environmentally conscious and socially responsible management of plant and soil resources. Students in Plant and Soil Sciences learn effective techniques for land and crop management, growing and breeding plants, reducing pesticide use, and using plants and soil microorganisms to remove environmental contaminants from ecosystems. A degree in Plant and Soil Sciences is for students interested in such issues as: Producing locally grown food and feed crops Reducing land and water pollution Enhancing the beauty of homes, towns, cities, and businesses Expanding recreational enjoyment of parks, athletic fields, and other green areas Evaluating the role of organic matter in soil sustainability Developing new crops and cropping systems Increasing the world food supply, safety, and quality

90. UHM Graduate Studies - Tropical Plant And Soil Sciences The Department of Tropical Plant and soil Sciences (TPSS) at the University of Hawai i at They also study related disciplines such as crop ecology, http://www.hawaii.edu/graduatestudies/fields/html/departments/stuz/tpss/tpss.htm

Contact Information Department of Tropical Plant and Soil Sciences 3190 Maile Way St. John 102 Honolulu, HI 96822 Tel: (808) 956-5900 Fax: (808) 956-3894 Web: www.ctahr.hawaii. edu/ctahr2001/CTAHRCatalog/ tpss.html Joseph DeFrank, PhD Graduate Chair E-mail: defrenk@hawaii.edu Degree(s) Offered MS in tropical plant and soil sciences PhD in tropical plant and soil sciences Related Program(s) botany ecology, evolution and conservation biology tropical plant pathology Graduate Faculty List University of Hawai'i Directory H. C. Bittenbender , PhD coffee, kava and tropical fruit physiology and management

91. WSUGradSchool Crop And Soil Sciences The Department of crop and soil Sciences offers extensive and diversified programs of Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (soil 521). http://www.gradsch.wsu.edu/catcourses_cropsoil.html

Washington State University Home Department of Crop and Soil Sciences Degrees Granted: Master of Science in Crop Science and Master of Science in Soil Science; Doctor of Philosophy (Crop Science) and Doctor of Philosophy (Soil Science) Professor and Chair, W. Pan Crop Science Professors, J. Burns, K. Gill, W. Johnston, S. Jones, K. Kidwell, A. Kleinhofs, F. Muehlbauer, R. Parker, W. Schillinger, D. Skinner, S. Ullrich, D. von Wettstein; Associate Professors, S. Fransen, A. Hang, T. Miller, E. Miltner, G. Stahnke, J. Yenish, F. Young; Assistant Professors, R. Gallagher, R. Johnson, S. Kenny, C. Morris, M. Stannard. Soil Science Professors, A. Busacca, C. Cogger, J. Harsh, A. Kennedy, S. Kuo, F. Peryea, J. Reganold, R. Stevens; Associate Professors, J. Davenport, M. Flury, H. Kok, D. Huggins, J. Smith; Professors Emeriti, D. Bezdicek, M. Chevalier, D. Evans, R. Warner. The Department of Crop and Soil Sciences offers extensive and diversified programs of graduate education and research leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Crop Science and Soils Science.

92. CTE/Agricultural Education Course Description - Plant And Soil Science & Technol Standard 02041103 Students will demonstrate an understanding of soil science. Students will describe the growth and development of major crops. http://www.uen.org/core/core.do?courseNum=20411

93. Graduate Courses Offered, Plant And Soil Sciences Special Topics in Plant and soil Sciences. (19). Advanced course in soil fertility; special emphasis on all soil conditions affecting plant growth. http://www.msstate.edu/dept/pss/public_html/graduate.html

Graduate Courses Offered Mississippi State University PSS 6103 (AGN 6103). Forage and Pasture Crops . (3). Two hours lectures. Two hours laboratory. Fall semester. Origin, uses, and ecology of forage plants, establishment, nutritive value, use, yield and maintenance of forage plants as related to morphology, physiology and pasture management. PSS 6123 (AGN 6123). Grain Crops . (3). (Prerequisite: Junior Standing). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Spring semester. Corn, small grain, practice in commercial grading given in laboratory. PSS 6133 (AGN 6133). Fiber and Oilseed Crops . (3). (Prerequisite: Junior Standing). Three hour lecture. Spring semester. Production and utilization of fiber and oilseed crops. Emphasis on cotton and soybean production in Mississippi. PSS 6143 (HO 6133). Advanced Fruit Science . (3). (Prerequisite: PSS 3043 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. A study of the latest advances in pomology and interpretation of current research findings and their application to modern fruit growing. Spring semester, odd years. PSS 6213(HO 6213). Seed Analysis and Laboratory Practices

94. Crop And Soil Environmental Sciences - College Of Agriculture And Life Sciences, crop and soil Environmental Sciences is about people and their environment. Course work emphasizes soil properties, taxonomy, origins, and uses. http://www.cals.vt.edu/students/undergraduate/majors/cses.html

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University A land-grant institution Home About Our College Academic ... Undergraduate Majors Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences is about people and their environment. It deals with crop production, soil utilization, and environmental stewardship. Its professionals are concerned with helping feed the world and protect the environment; their ranks include women and men who work to grow crucial commodities, improve water quality, develop environmentally acceptable methods for protecting crops from pests, advise municipalities on use of land resources, maintain golf course greens and fairways, and provide a host of other valuable goods and services. The Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences Undergraduate Major at Virginia Tech The major is divided into five undergraduate options to encompass the field's breadth and diversity. Flexibility in course selection provides students an opportunity to develop unique programs of study. Agroecology Biotechnology International Agriculture Soil-Environmental Sciences emphasizes soil properties, taxonomy, origins, and uses. Graduates work with private and public agencies that deal with soil and water pollution, land use, and environmental cleanup.

95. AGRONOMY (AGRO) crop and soil Sciences. DAVID M. SYLVIA, BS, MS, Ph.D., Department Head and Professor of soil Microbiology DOUGLAS B. BEEGLE, BA, MA, Ph.D., Professor of http://www.psu.edu/bulletins/bluebook/faculty/agro.htm

96. Organic Gardening & Farming (Soils 101) Department of crop soil Sciences Organic Gardening Farming (soils 101). Course home Course soils 101Organic Gardening and Farming (3 credits) http://classes.css.wsu.edu/soils101/

Washington State University Home Course home Exams Soils 480 2005 flyer (pdf) ... CAHNRS Soils 101 Syllabus, Spring 2005 Course: Soils 101-Organic Gardening and Farming (3 credits) John Reganold Office hrs: Tuesday 10:30-11:30am or by appointment Office: 255 Johnson Email: reganold@wsu.edu Phone: 335-8856 Lynne Carpenter-Boggs Office hrs: By appointment or by email Office: 227 Johnson Email: lcboggs@wsu.edu Phone: 335-1553 Course Format: Two 1-hour and 15-min lectures on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:10-10:25am in 116 Johnson. Objectives of the Course: To learn the principles and basic production practices of organic gardening and farming systems. To foster critical thinking and problem solving abilities. Reading Assignments: The required book for the class is Start with the Soil: The Organic Gardener's Guide to Improving Soil for Higher Yields, More Beautiful flowers, And a Healthy, Easy-Care Garden (1993) by Grace Gershuny. Additional readings will be handed out in class or put on 2-hour reserve at the Fischer Agriculture Sciences Library in Johnson Annex. You are responsible for all reading assignments (whether from the course reader, handouts, or library). Exams: There are three midterm exams and a final exam. Each midterm covers one-third of the course material.

97. CANR - Careers In Crop & Soil Sciences Careers in crop soil Sciences. Department of crop and soil Sciences crop Consultant; Agronomist; cropping Systems Analyst; Golf Course Superintendent http://www.canr.msu.edu/canrhome/career_css.htm

The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Home Current Students Prospective Students Graduate Students ... Careers in ANR Department of Crop and Soil Sciences 154A Plant and Soil Science Building, East Lansing, MI 48824 http://www.css.msu.edu/ Students study the biological and physical sciences to prepare for professional careers in diverse employment opportunities such as consulting, golf course management, sales, environmental clean-up, marketing, lawn care, waste management, technology, and production agriculture. Selected companies that hire after graduation: Allied Chemical Company Barefoot Lawn Care American Cyanamid Dow Chemical Company Hollyshire Farms Pioneer Hi-Bred International United States Agency for International Development Peace Corps Countrymark Novartis Federal Land Bank Monsanto Sample job titles: Crop Consultant Agronomist Cropping Systems Analyst Golf Course Superintendent Commercial Lawn Specialist Farm Manager Average Starting Salary: Salary Range: Site Map Contact Us ©2004 College of Agriculture and Natural Resources MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity institution.

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