Credit hours: 1-2 (Only first time students participating in the week long field trip required for the competition can be registered for two credit hours. In subsequent years, students participating in the regional competition trip can register for one credit hour. Students not participating in the regional competition trip can register for one credit hour, and they will be required to do extra homework and field assignments to meet the course requirements.)

Instructor: Dr. A.D. Karathanasis Office: N-122K, Ag. Science-North

Textbook: Handbook for Collegiate Soils Contest in the Southeastern Region. 1996. Karathanasis et al., University of Kentucky.

Other references: Designated soil survey reports and Soil Taxonomy keys.

Lecture/Discussion Periods: 1 hour a week (TBA) and/or 2-3 hours a week (TBA) field exercises. (Course concludes on October 31)

(1) General rules for Collegiate Soil Judging in the Southeastern Region

(2) Scorecard interpretations

(3) Regional Morphology of State and Southeastern Region Soils

(4) Soil Profile Properties and Interpretations of State and Southeastern Region Soils

(5) Site Characteristics of State and Southeastern Region Soils

(6) Soil Classification of State and Southeastern Region Soils

Lab Periods: (2-3 hours/week - TBA)

(1) Soil profile and landscape evaluations in the field.

(2) One-week field trip in the middle of October to the institution hosting the Soil Judging contest each year to represent the Univ. of KY in the regional competition. During these trips, we study designated soils in the area and compete against other soil judging college teams from the Southeastern region.

Homework Assignments: Exercise problems on soil morphological descriptions, interpretations, and classifications of selected soils in the area of the competition

(1) To provide practical experience on field evaluations of important soil properties impacting soil use and management interpretations

(2) To prepare the students for regional soil judging competition.

1. A = 90-100, B = 80-89.9, C = 70-79.9, D =60-69.9, E = 50-59.9, F < 50

2. One comprehensive test will be given the week before regional competition

3. Final Grade: Field evaluations 40%; homework assignments 20% (40% for students not participating in the contest); Test 20%; Competition Score 20%

Credit hours: 1 (Students taking this course are required to participate in the national competiton trip.)

Instructor: Dr. A.D. Karathanasis Office: N-122K, Ag. Science-North

Textbook: Handbook for National Collegiate Soils Contest (provided by the school hosting the competition).

Other references: Designated soil survey reports and Soil Taxonomy keys.

Lecture/Discussion Periods: 1 hour a week (TBA) or 2-3 hours a week (TBA) field exercises. (The course concludes on April 30).

(1) General rules for National Collegiate Soil Judging

(2) National scorecard interpretations

(3) Area geology

(4) Morphology of soils in the region hosting the national competition

(5) Site and Soil Characteristics

(6) Soil Classification

Lab Periods: (2-3 hours/week - TBA)

(1) Soil profile and landscape evaluations in the field.

(2) One-week field trip in the middle of April to the institution hosting the contest each year to represent UK (if qualified) at the national competition. During these trips, we study designated soils in the area and compete against the best soil judging college teams (qualified through regional contests) in the nation.

Homework Assignments: Exercise problems on soil morphological descriptions, interpretations, and classifications of selected soils of the region hosting the national competition

(1) To provide advanced training on field evaluations of important soil properties impacting soil use and management interpretations under various climatic and physiographic regimes

(2) To prepare the students for national soil judging competition.

1. A = 90-100, B = 80-89.9, C = 70-79.9, D =60-69.9, E = 50-59.9, F < 50

2. One comprehensive test will be given the week before the national competition

3. Final Grade: Field evaluations 40%; Homework assignments 20%; Test 20%; Competition Score 20%

Instructor: Dr. A. D. Karathanasis Office: N-122K, Ag. Science-North

(1) Department of the Army: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 1987. Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual. Technical Report Y-87-1. Washington, D.C.

(2) Cowardin, L.M., V. Carter, F.C. Colet, and E.T. LaRoe. 1979. Classification of Wetlands and Deepwater Habitats of the United States. FWS/DBS-79/31. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Washington,D.C.

(3) Tiner, R.W. Jr. 1988. Field Guide to Nontidal Wetland Identification. Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources. Annapolis, MD.

(4) Reed, P.B. Jr. 1988. National List of Plant Species that Occur in Wetlands: Kentucky. NERC-88/18.17, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Washington, D.C.

(5) U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. 1993. Soil Survey Manual. Soil Survey Division Staff, Handbook No. 18, Washington, D.C.

(6) U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. 1991. Hydric Soils of the United States. Soil Conservation Service. Misc. Publ. 1491, Washington, D.C.

(7) Lyon, J.G. 1993. Practical Handbook for Wetland Identification and Delineation. 157 p. Lewis Publishers, Boca Raton, FL.

(8) Mitsch, W.J. and J.G. Gosselink. 1993. Wetlands. Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York City, N.Y. 722 p.

(9) Mitsch, W.J. 1994. Global Wetlands Old World and New. Elslevier, New York City, N.Y. 967 p.

Other References: Field Guides and Designated Articles from Scientific Journals, Book Chapters, and Technical Reports.

*Lecture/discussion Periods: 5 hours/week, T,R 3:00-5:30 P.M. Room N8 (August 27-October 15)

*Laboratory and Field Exercises: TBA

I. Wetland Concepts and Definitions

II. Major Types, Functions, and Values

III. Technical Criteria for Wetland Identification and Delineation

A. Hydrophytic Vegetation

(1) Plant Adaptations for Wetlands

IV. Wetland Delineation Methods

B. Onsite Determinations

V. Disturbed and Problem Area Wetlands

Field and Lab Exercises: There will be 3-4 laboratory exercises involving plant and soil identification and classification, 3-4 field trips involving wetland identification and delineation, and a final comprehensive field exercise on wetland identification and delineation for which a technical report is required, written according to specific guidelines at a specified due date. In addition, about 7-10 homework assignments and quizzes will be given during the semester addressing important aspects of wetland identification and delineation.

(1) Present technical criteria and field indicators for hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soils, and wetland hydrology (CE 1987 Manual). (2) Describe methods (with examples) used for wetland identification and delineation. (3) Provide field training in wetland identification and delineation utilizing documentation and analysis of field collected data.

(1) A = > 89; B = 80-89; C = 70-79; D = 60-69; F = < 60

(2) One test will be given on September 17. The final exam is scheduled for October 15.

(3) Final Grade: 25% for the test; 30% for final exam; 25% for field, lab work; and final report;20% for homework assignments and quizzes.

*Lecture, lab, field exercise, and test participation is mandatory.

Instructor: Dr. A. D. Karathanasis Office: N-122K, Ag. Science-North

(1) Hammer. D.A. (ed.) 1989. Constructed Wetlands for Wastewater Treatment: Municipal, Industrial and Agricultural. Lewis Publ., Chelsea, MI. 831 p.

(2) Reed, S.C. 1988. Natural Systems for Wastewater Treatment. Water Pollution Control Federation, Alexandria, VA. 270 p.

(3) Reed, S.C., E.J. Middlebrook, and R.W. Crites. 1988. Natural Systems for Waste Management and Treatment. McGraw-Hill, New York City, N.Y. 308 p.

(4) Cooper. P.F. and B.C. Findlater. 1990. Constructed Wetlands in Water Pollution Control. Pergamon Press, New York City, N.Y. 605 p.

(5) Moshiri, G.A. 1993. Constructed Wetlands for Water Quality Improvement. Lewis Publishers, Ann Arbor, MI. 632 p.

(6) Kadlec, R.H. and R.L. Knight. 1996. Treatment Wetlands. Lewis Publishers, New York, N.Y. 893 p.

*Lecture/Discussion Periods: 5 hours/week, T, R 3:00-5:30 P.M. Room N-8 (October 20-December 10)

*Lab and Field Exercises: TBA

I. Wetlands Ecosystems as Natural Water Purifiers

II. Mechanisms of Water Purification in Wetland Systems

III. Design, Construction and Operation of Constructed Wetlands

IV. Wastewater Treatment Applications

A. Coal-mine drainage

V. Case Studies

Field Trips: Two to three field trips will be organized to wetland sites constructed to treat acid mine drainage, agricultural, municipal and household waste. Students should submit a technical report on the field trip activities written according to specific guidelines at a specified due date.

Exercises: Approximately 7-10 homework assignments addressing important aspects of constructed wetland applications.

1. To introduce important aspects of the function of natural and constructed wetlands as water purifiers.
2. To emphasize the principles and mechanism of the purification process and discuss design, construction, operation, and management criteria for efficient usage.
3. To demonstrate case studies involving mining, agricultural, industrial, and municipal wastewater treatment applications.

(1) A = > 89; B = 80-89; C = 70-79; D = 60-69; F = < 60

(2) One take home exam will be given on November 17 The final exam is scheduled for Thursday, December 17, 3:30 P.M.

(3) Final Grade: 25% for the take home exam; 30% for final exam; 25% for field trip participation and report; 20% for homework assignments and quizzes.

*Lecture, lab, field exercise, and test participation is mandatory.

Instructor: Dr. A.D. Karathanasis Office: N-122K Ag. Science-North

Textbooks:

(1) Handbook for Collegiate Soils Contest in the Southeastern Region. 1996. Karathanasis et al., Univ. of Kentucky. (Required)

(2) Class notes and handouts

Prime references:

(1) Soil Survey Manual. 1993 USDA Handbook No. 18, Soil Survey Division Staff, Washington, D.C.

(2) Soil Genesis and Classification. 1980. (Second Edition) S.W. Buol, F.D. Hole and R.J. McCracken. Iowa State Univ. Press.

(3) Soils and the Environment. A guide to soil surveys and their applications. 1981. G.W. Olson. Chapman and Hall, New York.

(4) Soil Morphology, Genesis and Classification. 1989. D.S. Fanning and M.C.B. Fanning. John Wiley and Sons, NY.

(5) Keys to Soil Taxonomy. 1992-1996. Soil Management Support Services. Technical Monograph No. 19. USDA, AID.

Other references: Designated articles from scientific journals, book chapters, and technical reports

Lecture/Discussion Periods: 28 (2 hours/week) (Tuesday, Thursday,1:00-2:00 P.M.)

1. Introduction

2. Soil Morphology

3. Laboratory characterization of physical, chemical, and mineralogical properties of soils important for soil use and management

4. Soil formation processes - Effects of lithology, landscape, climate, organisms, and time as factors of soil formation

5. Soil Classification - Importance of classifying soils

6. Soils of Kentucky

7. Soil Surveys and Soil Mapping

8. Soil use interpretations

Lab Periods: 12 (3 hours/week) (Thursday 2:00-5:00 P.M.)

Homework Assignments: Approximately 6 homework assignments addressing soil morphological descriptions, diagnostic horizon identifications, lab characterization, classification and soil use interpretation aspects

Course Objectives:

Grading:

1. A = 90-100; B = 80-89; C = 70-79; D = 60-69; F = <60

2. Two one hour tests will be given in early October and early November.

The Final exam is scheduled for December 17, 1:00 P.M.

3. Final Grade: Each test 20%; Final exam = 25%; Field, lab and homework exercises 35%.

Instructor: Dr. A.D. Karathanasis Office: N-122K, Ag. Science-North

Textbook: Not Required

1) Pedogenesis and Soil Taxonomy. 1983. L.P. Wilding, N.E. Smeck, and G.F. Hall (eds) Vols. 1: Concepts and Interactions and II: Soil Orders. Elsevier, N.Y.

2) The Physical Chemistry and Mineralogy of Soils. 1977. C.E. Marshall. Vol. II. Soils in Place. J. Wiley & Sons. N.Y.

3) Soils and Geomorphology. 1984. P.W. Birkeland. Oxford University Press, N.Y.

4) Aquatic Chemistry. 1996 W. Stumm and J.J. Morgan. 3rd. ed. Wiley-Interscience, N.Y.

5)Minerals in Soil Environments. 1989. J.B. Dixon & S.B. Weed (eds). 2nd ed. Soil Sci. Soc. Am., Madison, Wisconsin.

Other References: Designated articles from Scientific Journals, Book Chapters, and Technical Reports.

I. LECTURE OR DISCUSSION PERIODS (3 hours/week): T,R, 2:00-3:15 PM, Room A 5

1. Introduction

2. Development of Pedological Concepts

3. Factors of soil formation

4. Physicochemical processes of Pedogenesis

5. Quantification of Soil Development

1. Solid-solution phase relationships

6. Modeling Soil Genesis

II. LAB PERIODS (2-3 hours/week):. R, 3:15-5:20 PM, Room A 6 or N-121

1. Physicochemical characterization (solid and solution phase).

2. Mineralogical characterization (XRD and thermal analyses).

3. Mineral-solution equilibria.

4. Thin section micromorphology.

Each student will be assigned 2 soil samples to be analyzed according to the above procedures. A final report, including analytical data and pedological interpretations on the assigned samples will be prepared and submitted at the end of the semester. It will include five separate sections corresponding to the A, ...E phases of the lab schedule.

(1) Sample preparation- Clay fractionation - Organic matter destruction - Free Fe-oxide removal

(3 sessions) (2) Mg-clay, K-clay slide preparation - Ca-clay saturation

(3 sessions) (1) LiBO2 fusion of clays, glass disk preparation

(2) Analysis for Si, Al, Mg, Fe, K, Na, Ca, etc. by EDAX or AA

(3) Discussion of data

(1) XRD and Thermal Analysis

(3 sessions) (2) Mineral quantification

(3) Elemental analysis of K for mica quantification

(4) Elemental analysis of Fe in CBD extracts

(5) Discussion of data

(1) Soil solution extraction

(3 sessions) (2) Ionic composition determination

(3) Ion activity calculations

(4) Mineral stability equilibria formulations

(5) Discussion of data

(1) Petrographic microscopy - mineral identification

(2 sessions) (2) Thin section micromorphology - preparation and description of soil thin sections

(3) Index mineral determinations

(4) Discussion of data

1. To introduce basic pedological concepts applied to soil genesis and classification studies.

2. To demonstrate physicochemical and mineralogical principles involved in qualitative and quantitative evaluation of pedogenic processes.

3. To suggest current research approaches and familiarize the students with methodology applied to pedological investigations.

1. A = 90-100; B = 80-89; C = 70-79; D = 60-69

2. Three one hour tests will be given in February, March, and April.

The Final Exam is scheduled for Wednesday, May 5, 3:30 P.M.

3. Final Grade: 3 Tests = 15% each; Final exam = 20%; Lab and homework = 35%.