Introduction into the importance, concepts and areas of action related to soil development and the use of soil resources in a changing world.
Learning objective
Understanding the - conditions under which soils develop and are used at the global scale
- consequences and problems of the use of soil and the resulting pressure on soil resources
- impact of climate and global change on the future development of soil resources
Content
Soil functions and soil formation; regional and global soil development, impacts of land use on soil water and gas circulation; forms of soil pollution and degradation; regional and global estimates of soil degradation; soil amendment and remediation of contaminated soils; planning and legal implementation of soil protection.
Lecture notes
Handouts will be available for download. Related scientific articles will be recommended after each session.
Prerequisites: Interest in physical geography and soil development. Basic knowledge in chemistry, biology and geology. A previous participation in lecture "Pedosphere" (701-0501-00L) is recommended.
Performance assessment
Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course