Soil Science

Soil Science is a core discipline within environmental and agricultural studies, focusing on the origin, classification, and properties of soils. The course introduces students to the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of soils, their role in natural ecosystems, and their importance in sustainable land use and agricultural productivity. Emphasis is placed on soil formation processes, nutrient cycles, soil-water interactions, and methods for soil conservation and management. This foundational knowledge supports further study and professional practice in agronomy, environmental engineering, and land resource planning.

Course  content

Definitions. Historic Pedogenetic factors, Indicators of characterization of relief units, climate, vegetation Indicators of physical and chemical characterization of the soil Forming and forming the mineral part of the soil Forming and structures of the organic part of the soil. Types of humus The main macro elements needed for plant nutrition. Soil trophicity Physical and hydrophysical properties of the soil Notions of soil taxonomy. Soil classification in the country and abroad The main soil units in the territory of Romania Soil degradation processes (erosion, pollution, etc.) Elements of soil geography

study of soil as a natural resource on the surface of the Earth including soil formation, classification and mapping; physical, chemical, biological, and fertility properties of soils; and these properties in relation to the use and management of soils