SOIL BIOLOGY II | Makerere University Courses

Course Code:

SOS 4103

Course Credit Units:

4

Semester:

Semester 1

Year of Study:

Year 4

Undergraduate or Graduate Level:

Undergraduate Level

Academic Programs:

Bachelor Of Science In Agriculture

College:

College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

School:

School of Agricultural Sciences

Department:

Agribusiness & Natural Resource Economics

Course Discipline:

Agriculture

Course Description & Objectives:

This course emphases soil microbiology. Definition of soil microbiology and its importance, relevance to sustainable agriculture and environment. Processes for classification of soil microorganisms. Methods, techniques and advances of studying soil microorganisms. Soil microbial ecology and population. Objective:

To enable students acquire in-depth knowledge on the living component of soil and its relevance to agricultural production.

Learning Outcomes:

Student gain skills in methods and techniques of studying soil microorganisms
The students acquire knowledge and skills in harnessing soil organisms for sustainable agricultural productivity