This unit has three aims: Review climatic zones and underlying geological and soil forming processes and develop an understanding of major soil groups and classification schemes in the world - with a particular emphasis on Southern Australia. The concepts of soil "health' ie. the integration of Soil physical, chemical and biological factors as a platform for ecosystem function and agricultural land use will be developed; Study the distribution and use of water resources in relation to agriculture, coastal zone management and aquaculture; Describe natural ecosystems in terms of their soil, water and environmental resources and the impact of these on distribution of vegetation and... -- Course Website