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SLM306Agricultural Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

SOIL EROSION AND CONSERVATION

This course introduces students to the principles of soil erosion and conservation. It covers topics such as farming systems, land use, and the various processes of soil erosion. Students will learn about the economic importance of soil erosion, different types of erosion, and soil productivity modeling. The course also explores agronomic and mechanical strategies for soil conservation, as well as extension approaches for promoting sustainable land management practices.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Soil ErosionSoil ConservationFarming SystemsLand UseAgronomic Practices

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
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Math Level
Basic Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Farming Systems

2

Land Use

3

Soil Erosion Processes

4

Soil Conservation Measures

5

Agronomic Practices

6

Mechanical Strategies

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Agricultural Extension Officer

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Soil Conservation Technician

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Farm Manager

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Environmental Consultant

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureEnvironmental ManagementLand DevelopmentGovernment Agencies

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Farming Systems and Land Use

2h

Unit 1: Farm and Farming Systems

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Understand the concept of farming systems and their components.
  • •Identify different types of farming systems.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
2

Module 1: Farming Systems and Land Use

2h

Unit 2: Classification of Farming Systems

2 study hours
  • •Study the classification of farming systems.
  • •Differentiate between collection and cultivation farming systems.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
3

Module 1: Farming Systems and Land Use

2h

Unit 3: Husbandry

2 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of land husbandry.
  • •Identify the characteristics and principles of land husbandry.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
4

Module 1: Farming Systems and Land Use

2h

Unit 4: Land Use in the Tropics

2 study hours
  • •Define land use in the tropics.
  • •List and explain the functions of land use.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
5

Module 1: Farming Systems and Land Use

2h

Unit 5: Matching Land Uses to Land Types

2 study hours
  • •Explain land capability classification.
  • •Provide examples of land use matching land type.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
6

Module 2: Soil Erosion and Control

2h

Unit 1: Soil Erosion

2 study hours
  • •Define soil erosion and its causative agents.
  • •Explain the drivers of soil erosion.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
7

Module 2: Soil Erosion and Control

2h

Unit 2: Processes of Soil Erosion

2 study hours
  • •Explain the three processes of soil erosion: detachment, transport, and deposition.
  • •Outline the factors of water erosion.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
8

Module 2: Soil Erosion and Control

2h

Unit 3: Economic importance of Soil Erosion

2 study hours
  • •Understand the on-site and off-site problems of soil erosion.
  • •Examine the impact of gully erosion.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
9

Module 2: Soil Erosion and Control

2h

Unit 4: Types of Soil Erosion

2 study hours
  • •List and discuss different types of soil erosion.
  • •Explain inter-rill, rain-splash, sheet, rill, and gully erosion.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
10

Module 2: Soil Erosion and Control

2h

Unit 5: Soil productivity relation and modelling

2 study hours
  • •Outline the relationship between soil erosion and agricultural productivity.
  • •Explain erosion modeling and the Universal Soil Loss Equation.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
11

Module 3: Soil Conservation and Management

2h

Unit 1: Meaning of soil conservation

2 study hours
  • •Explain the meaning of soil conservation.
  • •Outline control measures for soil conservation.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
12

Module 3: Soil Conservation and Management

2h

Unit 2: Agronomic Soil Conservation Measures

2 study hours
  • •Explain agronomic soil conservation measures such as mulching and cover cropping.
  • •Understand improved fallowing and multiple cropping.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.
Week
13

Module 3: Soil Conservation and Management

4h

Unit 3: Soil Management Strategies for Soil Conservation

2 study hours
  • •Explain soil management strategies for soil conservation, including minimum tillage and no-tillage.
  • •Understand ridge tillage and ridge tying.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.

Unit 4: Mechanical Strategies for Soil Conservation

2 study hours
  • •Describe mechanical strategies for soil conservation, including terraces and waterways.
  • •Understand the challenges of soil conservation.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all the key definitions and concepts from each unit.

2

Practice applying the Universal Soil Loss Equation to different scenarios.

3

Create diagrams illustrating the different types of soil erosion.

4

Focus on understanding the relationships between soil properties and erosion rates.

5

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their feedback.

6

Allocate sufficient time to cover all modules, focusing on areas of weakness.

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