Fundamentals of Soil Science
Course: Agronomy (Agron) 154, section XC
Introduction to physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils, their formation, classification, and distribution. Use of soil survey and computer databank information in balancing agronomic, economic, and environmental concerns in soil management. (Credit for only one of 154, 155, or 156 may be applied toward graduation.)
Prerequisite: Chemistry 163 (General Chemistry) or equivalent
Recommended minimum computer requirements: PC with Windows or Virtual PC, 200 MHz processor, video, audio, and graphics capable, 64 Mb RAM, CD-ROM, and Internet access. Software required includes Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Internet Explorer.
Dates: January 10-May 6
Delivery method: CD-ROM
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits
Tuition: $588
Delivery fee: $60
Computer fee applies--see table
Instructor: Elvin Hasselman, Lecturer
Registration deadline: January 3
Text: Manu, Andrew. Soils. 12th ed. Kendall Hunt, 4050 Westmark Drive, Dubuque, Iowa 52002.

Introduction to Meteorology
Course: Agronomy (Agron) 206/Meteorology (Mteor) 206, section XC
Basic concepts in meteorology, including atmospheric measurements, radiation, stability, precipitation, winds, fronts, forecasting, and severe weather. Applied topics include global warming, ozone depletion, El Nino, world climates, weather safety, and atmospheric optics. Self study section available to distance learning students all semesters.
Prerequisite: review self-study requirements and list of required materials at http://mesoscale.agron.iastate.edu/offcampus/ before registering
Computer requirements: CD-ROM drive required, Internet and e-mail access desirable
Dates: January 10-May 6
Delivery method: CD-ROM
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits
Tuition: $588
Delivery fee: none
Computer fee applies--see table
Off-campus program: Bachelor of Liberal Studies (Natural sciences group of the general education requirements or distribution area of natural sciences and mathematics)
Instructor: Raymond Arritt, Professor
Registration deadline: January 3
Texts: Aguado E., and Burt, J. Understanding Weather and Climate. Prentice Hall.
Geer, I.W. The Weathercycler. Rockville, MD. The Weather School.
Packet of notes, worksheets, and CDs.