Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences
Online Courses
Course Listings:
SWS 6932: Soil Biology Management
Instructor:
Hui Ling (Sunny) Liao
Associate Professor,
Soil Microbial Ecology
(352) 294-3138
sunny.liao@ufl.edu
About the Course
This course examines the biological components of soil ecosystems, with a focus on the roles of soil organisms in driving key soil processes, crop production, and agriculture sustainability. Topics include nutrient cycling mediated by soil biota, soil food webs, sustainable soil biological management, the impact of changing environment in such management, and the application of soil organisms in agricultural systems. Students will develop critical thinking skills through engagement with current research, scientific writing, and integrated data collection and analysis. They will also learn to evaluate the outcomes of soil biological management practices.
Credits: 3
Semesters Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: Previous Biology, Microbiology, or Microbial Ecology courses.
If you do not meet these requirements, please seek permission from the instructor before enrolling.
Textbook: None required. Additional reading material will be recommended in class.