Soils and meteorology
| Structure Type: | Course |
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| Code: | KA01BKATU02 |
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| Level: | Bachelor |
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| Credits: | 3.0 points |
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| Responsible Teacher: | Harmanen, Heikki |
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| Teacher Team: | Harmanen, Heikki |
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| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
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Learning Outcomes
Students will acquire basic knowledge of soil formation and composition and be able to identify types of soils and their physical properties, and their relationship to farming. Students will be aware of the need to drain fields for crop cultivation and know the various methods for draining fields. They will be familiar with the basic concepts associated with meteorology, the factors affecting various weather-related phenomena, and the features of Finland's climate. They will understand the impacts of the meso- and micro-climates, and be capable of utilising the weather service for farming. They will know different drainage methods and the need for them. They will also know how to utilise related research.
Student's Workload
Will be announced at the beginning of the course.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous studies are required.
Contents
- Soil formation
- Types of soils and their characteristics
- Minerals and secondary minerals
- Soil organic matter
- Weather observations
- Climate zones and Finland's climate
- Meso- and micro-climates
- Weather services for farming
- Drainage methods
Recommended or Required Reading
- Heinonen et al. (eds.). Maa, viljely ja ympäristö. (appl. parts). WSOY.
- Saavalainen (ed.). 1981. Salaojittajan käsikirja, Part 1a. Suomen olosuhteet kuivatusta silmällä pitäen. Salojituksenkannatusyhdistys.
- Elomaa et al. 1988. Sää ja maatalous. Maaseutukeskusten liitto.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
- Lectures: 45 %
- Assignments: 10 %
- Distance learning and independent study: 45 % which are associated with the course contents and information students have acquired on a given topic, practical problem-solving, and an exam.
Assessment Criteria
The grading will be announced during the lessons.
Assessment Methods
- Exam: 50 %
- Assignments: 35 %
- Soil indentification test: 15 %
Work Placement
None
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