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701-0034-06L 2 Credits BSC D-USYS
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Integrated Practical: Soil

Integriertes Praktikum: Boden

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Ruben Kretzschmar, Lorenz Walthert, Prof. Dr. Sebastian Dötterl, Prof. Dr. Andrea Carminati, Dr. Pascal Benard
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:36:56

Abstract

During three full-day field trips and two half-day field exercises, various aspects of soil morphology, soil genesis, and soil functioning are discussed using practical examples.

Objective

Gaining practical knowledge in soil science in the field.

Content

Soil description in the field, soil formation in Zurich-Nord, forest soils, carbon and nitrogen cycles, soil-water relations, soil conservation and landuse.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Handouts are provided during the course.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
practical/laboratory course Integriertes Praktikum: Boden
Permission from lecturers required for all students. Blockkurs, Programm gemäss Angaben in Moodle Das Praktikum findet vorwiegend im Feld statt
  • 14.05 Date 14:15-18:00 (LEE E 101)
  • 30.05 Date 14:15-18:00 (CHN P 12)
40 h semesterly

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