Soil Correlation (NRCS-NEDC-000036)
Overview
This course covers present practices and philosophy in soil classification and correlation. It includes lectures, discussions, and problem solving.
Objectives
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
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Define soil correlation and list the steps in the correlation process;
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Use soil descriptions and laboratory data to properly classify soils according to Soil Taxonomy;
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Apply the procedures and conventions for designing, naming, and describing map units;
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Identify the documentation needed for soil correlation;
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Use basic statistical methods to analyze data; and
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Use NASIS in the correlation process.
Prerequisites
Completion of Basic Soil Survey- Field and Lab Course and/or minimum of two years of soil survey field mapping experience and knowledge of:
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Soil Taxonomy
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National Soil Survey Handbook
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Soil Survey Manual
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Basic NASIS functions
Duration
Precourse: 10-15 hours
Course: 34 hours over 5 days
Post Course: 4-16 hours
Target Audience
Soil scientists: (1) who have not had similar soil correlation training, and (2) who wish to update soil correlation skills due to changes in technology. Attendees are generally National Cooperative Soil Survey Soil Scientists at the GS-7 through GS-11 levels.
NEDC Contact
Ron Desrosiers
Technical Specialist
Shawn McVey
Enrollment
Go to AgLearn to request enrollment in Soil Correlation (NRCS-NEDC-000036).
