Pedology and Land Evaluation - EARTH321 (2020)

This paper comprises two parts that provide the fundamentals of pedology and examine its role in land-use related issues and land management. Part (1): the stratigraphy of soils, their formation and classification in New Zealand; the occurrence and variability spatially of soils, and how they can be mapped using classical and digital techniques including the use of geostatistics. Part (2): land evaluation, the interpretation of soil and land data in forms applicable to land-use planning and management.

Paper Information

Points: 15.0
Prerequisite(s): ERTH233 or ERTH234 or EARTH221
Internal assessment / examination: 100:0
Restriction(s): ERTH333

Note: The paper includes a one-day field trip in August recess or on a weekend.

Trimesters and Locations

Occurrence Code When taught Where taught
20B (HAM)B Trimester : 13 Jul 2020 - 8 Nov 2020 Hamilton

Timetabled Lectures

The Timetable for 2020 is not available.


Indicative Fees for Pedology and Land Evaluation (EARTH321)

Occurrence Domestic International
 Tuition Resource 
20B (HAM) $900 $4094
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Tuition fees shown below are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment - please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information.

Paper Outlines for Pedology and Land Evaluation (EARTH321)

The following paper outlines are available for Pedology and Land Evaluation (EARTH321).
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Additional Information

Available Subjects:  Earth Sciences | Environmental Sciences | Soil Science

Other available years: Pedology and Land Evaluation - EARTH321 (2021) , Pedology and Land Evaluation - EARTH321 (2019)

Paper details current as of : 28 September 2023 10:31am
Indicative fees current as of : 28 September 2023 4:30am

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