Current

Intermediate

Soil Science and Land Management

Coursera · University of Wisconsin · Updated March 2026

Platform rating

4.4/5

Champ rating

8.1/10

Duration

6 weeks, 4 hours/week

Classes

32

Connect with the land and build sustainable skills that matter in this hands-on course. Soil science covering soil classification, nutrient cycling, soil testing, erosion control, land reclamation, and soil health management for agriculture and construction. Created by professionals with hands-on experience in farming, conservation, and land management - instructors who work in the field, not just the classroom.

What you'll get

Classify soils and interpret soil test results

Implement erosion control and land reclamation practices

Manage soil health for agricultural productivity

Analyze soil composition and implement nutrient management plans

Apply integrated pest management (IPM) to reduce chemical dependency

Course Curriculum

7 chapters

Fit

Best for

Farmers

Conservationists

Arborists

Environmental Scientists

Not ideal for

Learners seeking only entry-level overviews

Prerequisites & pricing

Prerequisites

No prior farming or environmental experience required. An interest in the outdoors and sustainable practices is helpful.

Pricing

$49/month

Certification

Certificate

Soil Science

Land Management

Erosion Control

Soil Testing

Nutrient Cycling

IPM

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