Competency Area 1: Basic Soil Properties
Introduction
Soil is a complex matrix of solid materials and void spaces which perform numerous functions essential for life "as we know it" on planet Earth. The solid materials consist of a very intricate array or structure of mineral and organic materials, which interact with the air and water occupying the void (i.e., pore) spaces.
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- Competency Area 1: Basic soil properties
- Competency Area 2: Soil hydrology AEM
- Competency Area 3: Drainage and irrigation AEM
- Competency Area 4: Soil health and compaction
- Competency Area 5: Soil conservation AEM
- Competency Area 6: Watershed hydrology AEM
- Competency Area 7: Non-point source pollution AEM
- Competency Area 8: Concentrated source pollution AEM
- Competency Area 9: Conservation planning AEM