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: BSAB-SS 1

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Revision Status: Rev 02

Date Issued: February 2024

Prepared by: Reviewed: Approved:

Jackie Lou S. Badilla Lhengen C. Josol Jhun Victor R. Quebral, DM

Faculty Program Head OIC-College Administrator

Philosophy

Revolutionizing learning environment in making quality education accessible to all

Core Values

Beacon of Excellence

Commitment to Inclusivity

College Vision: Balingoan College is a leading Higher Education Institution delivering quality of life in Misamis Oriental

College Mission: Balingoan College as a higher education institution promotes accountability, responsibility, social, environmental, cultural, and ethical
values through lifelong learning.

Intended Learning/Program Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will:

a. Higher levels of comprehension (textual, visual, etc.) in the context of Agribusiness.

 b. Proficient and effective communication (writing, speaking, and use of new techniques) specific to Agribusiness.

c. Understanding of basic concepts across the domains of knowledge, with a focus on Agribusiness principles and practices.

d. Critical, analytical, and creative thinking applied to Agribusiness challenges and opportunities.

e. Application of different analytical modes (quantitative and qualitative, artistic and scientific, textual and visual, experimental, observation, etc.) in tackling
Agribusiness problems methodically.

f. Appreciation of the human condition within the context of Agribusiness, considering its impact on farmers, workers, and consumers.

g. Capacity to personally interpret the human experience in Agribusiness settings, understanding the motivations, needs, and challenges of stakeholders.

h. Ability to view the contemporary world from both Philippine and global perspectives, with a specific focus on Agribusiness trends, policies, and practices.

i. Self-assuredness in knowing and being Filipino, and its relevance to the Agribusiness sector in the Philippines.

j. Capacity to reflect critically on shared concerns in Agribusiness and think of innovative, creative solutions guided by ethical standards.

k. Ability to reflect on moral norms/imperatives as they affect individuals and society in the context of Agribusiness.

l. Ability to appreciate and contribute personally and meaningfully to the country's development through Agribusiness initiatives.

m. Understanding and respect for human rights, with a specific emphasis on labor rights and fair practices in the Agribusiness sector.

n. Ability to contribute personally and meaningfully to the country's development through sustainable Agribusiness practices.

o. Working effectively in a group within Agribusiness settings, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve common goals.

p. Application of computing and information technology to assist and facilitate Agribusiness research, data analysis, and decision-making processes.

q. Ability to negotiate the world of technology responsibly in the Agribusiness context, considering data privacy, cybersecurity, and digital literacy.

r. Problem-solving skills, including the ability to address real-world Agribusiness problems, such as supply chain management, market fluctuations, and
sustainability challenges.

s. Basic work-related skills and knowledge relevant to Agribusiness, including financial management, marketing strategies, risk assessment, and regulatory
compliance.
Course Details

Course
AGRI 2/ Principles of Soil Science
Code/Title:
This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles, and processes related to
soil science. Through a combination of lectures, laboratory exercises, and fieldwork, students will explore the physical, chemical, and
Course biological properties of soils, as well as their formation, classification, and management. This course aims to develop students'
description: knowledge and skills in soil analysis, interpretation, and sustainable soil management practices.

3.0 units
Course credits:
Lecture: 2.0 hrs Laboratory: 1.0 hrs

Lecture:2.0 hrs Laboratory: 1.0 hrs

Contact hours
per week:
None
Prerequisite:
 Relationship of Course Learning Outcomes to Program Outcomes

Course Intended Learning Outcomes *Course Map: (1) L – learned in the course; P – practiced in the course; O – opportunity to learn or practice in the course, not yet learned or
practiced (2) I – introduced; P – practiced; D – demonstrate skills without supervision;

PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO
At the end of the course, students
I P I D O I P D
should be able to:
D
L O I P

1. Articulate the Balingoan College ✔ ✔ ✔

Vision and Mission Statement
2. Understand the importance of soil ✔ ✔ ✔
science in agriculture, environmental
science, and land management.
3. Describe the physical, chemical, ✔ ✔
and biological properties of soils.
4. Explain the processes involved in ✔ ✔ ✔
soil formation and development.
5. Classify soils based on their ✔ ✔
properties and characteristics.
6. Analyze soil samples using ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
appropriate laboratory techniques.
7. Interpret soil analysis results and ✔ ✔
make recommendations for soil
management.
8. Identify and understand the ✔ ✔ ✔
factors influencing soil fertility and
nutrient cycling.
9. Evaluate soil erosion processes ✔ ✔ ✔
and implement soil conservation
measures.
10. Understand the role of soils in ✔ ✔
water management and pollution
prevention.
11. Apply sustainable soil ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
management practices to improve
soil health and productivity.
TEACHING-LEARNING PLAN

LEARNING PERFORMANC TOPICS TEACHING- RESOURCES ASSESSMENT TIME GRADING

OUTCOME E INDICATORS LEARNING ALLOTMEN CRITERIA
S ACTIVITIES T
CILO 1 Articulate the Student’s Oral Rubrics for
Balingoan Manual Recitation Oral
College Vision Discussion Recitation
College Vision, Score
and Mission Think-Pair- 3 Hrs
Mission, Institution Percentage
Statement Share
Equivalent
for Quiz
PRELIM
CILO 2 2. Understand I. Introduction to Book Quiz Score
the importance Soil Science Internet Percentage
of soil science in Equivalent
agriculture, • Importance of for Quiz
environmental soil science
science, and
land • Soil as a
management. • Pre-
natural resource reading
• 12 Hrs
• Soil functions
Roundtable
and ecosystem discussion
services

Soil Formation and

Classification

CILO 3 3. Describe the II. Soil Formation Pre-reading Book Quiz 12 Hrs Score
physical, and Classification prediction Internet Oral percentage
chemical, and s Recitation equivalent for
•Factors affecting Assignment quiz
biological Group
soil formation with Rubrics for
properties of
 soils. choice Discussion recitation
•Soil profile and
Roundtable Rubrics for
horizons
discussion reflective
•Soil classification
Question statement
systems
Starters
CILO 4 4. Explain the III. Soil Physical Pre-reading Book Quiz Score
processes Properties prediction Internet Oral percentage
involved in soil s Recitation equivalent for
•Soil texture and quiz
formation and Assignment Group 12 Hrs
structure Rubrics for
development. with Discussion
•Soil water: recitation
choice
movement, Rubrics for
Roundtable
retention, and reflective
discussion
availability statement
•Soil temperature Question
and aeration Starters
CILO 5 5. Classify soils IV. Soil Chemical Book Quiz Score
based on their Properties Pre-reading Internet Oral percentage
properties and prediction equivalent for
Recitation
•Soil pH and its s quiz
characteristics. Group
importance Assignment 12 Hrs Rubrics for
Cation exchange with Discussion recitation
capacity (CEC) choice Rubrics for
and nutrient Roundtable reflective
availability discussion statement
•Soil organic Question
matter and nutrient Starters
cycling
MIDTERM
CILO 6 6. Analyze soil V. Soil Biological Pre-reading Book Quiz 12 Hrs Score
samples using Properties prediction Internet Oral percentage
appropriate s Recitation equivalent for
•Soil organisms: Assignment quiz
laboratory Group
bacteria, fungi, and with Rubrics for
techniques. soil fauna Discussion
choice recitation
•Soil biodiversity Roundtable Rubrics for
and its significance discussion reflective
•Soil microbiome Question statement
 and plant
Starters
interactions
CILO 7 7. Interpret soil VI. Soil Analysis Pre-reading Book Quiz Score
analysis results and Interpretation prediction Internet Oral percentage
and make s Recitation equivalent for
recommendation •Soil sampling Assignment 12 Hrs quiz
Group
techniques with Rubrics for
s for soil Discussion
Laboratory choice recitation
management. analysis of soil Roundtable Rubrics for
properties discussion reflective
•Interpreting soil Question statement
analysis results Starters
FINAL
CILO 8 8. Identify and VII. Soil Erosion Pre-reading Book Quiz Score
understand the and Conservation prediction Internet Oral percentage
factors s Recitation equivalent for
•Causes and quiz
influencing soil Assignment Group 12 Hrs
processes of soil Rubrics for
fertility and with Discussion
erosion recitation
nutrient cycling. choice
•Soil conservation Rubrics for
Roundtable
practices reflective
discussion
Contour farming, statement
terracing, and Question
windbreaks Starters
CILO 9 9. Evaluate soil VIII. Soil Fertility Pre-reading Book Quiz Score
erosion and Nutrient prediction Internet Oral percentage
processes and Management s equivalent for
Recitation
implement soil Assignment quiz
•Essential plant Group 12 Hrs
with Rubrics for
conservation nutrients Discussion
choice recitation
measures. Soil fertility
Roundtable Rubrics for
evaluation reflective
•Fertilizer types, discussion
Question statement
application, and
management Starters
CILO 10 10. Understand Pre-reading Book Quiz 12 Hrs Score
the role of soils prediction Internet Oral percentage
in water XI. Soil and Water s equivalent for
Recitation
 management Management Group quiz
and pollution Discussion Rubrics for
prevention. recitation
Assignment Rubrics for
•Soil-water
with reflective
relationship
choice statement
•Drainage and Roundtable
irrigation principles discussion
Question
•Wetland Starters
conservation and
water pollution
prevention

CILO 11 11. Apply X. Sustainable Soil Book Quiz Score

sustainable soil Management Internet Oral percentage
management Pre-reading equivalent for
Recitation
practices to •Soil degradation prediction quiz
improve soil Group
and remediation s Rubrics for
health and Discussion recitation
Assignment 12 Hrs
productivity. •Organic farming with Rubrics for
and soil health choice reflective
Roundtable statement
•Conservation discussion
agriculture and Question
regenerative Starters
practices

Suggested Readings, References:

•Brady, N.C., and Weil, R.R. (2019). The Nature and Properties of Soils. Pearson.

•Buol, S.W., Southard, R.J., Graham, R.C., and McDaniel, P.A. (2011). Soil Genesis and Classification. Wiley.

•Hillel, D. (2003). Introduction to Environmental Soil Physics. Academic Press.

•White, R.E. (2012). Principles and Practice of Soil Science: The Soil as a Natural Resource. Wiley-Blackwell.

•Singer, M.J., and Munns, D.N. (Eds.). (1996). Soils: An Introduction. Prentice Hall.

•Lal, R. (2014). Principles of Soil Physics. CRC Press.

•Sumner, M.E., and Miller, W.P. (Eds.). (2008). Soil Sampling and Methods of Analysis. CRC Press.

•Paul, E.A., and Clark, F.E. (2015). Soil Microbiology and Biochemistry. Academic Press.

•Ghosh, P.K. (2004). Soil and Water Conservation Engineering. Alpha Science International Ltd.

•Lal, R. (2016). Principles of Soil Conservation and Management. CRC Press.

Course Requirements

• Attendance and participation in class discussions and activities

• Group Reports

• Completion of assignments and quizzes

• Prelim, Midterm and Final Exams

Level of Assessment:
The students will be graded according to the following grading system:

1.Course Evaluation: Passing grade is 75%; absences more than 20% of the total number of meetings are considered a failure

Criteri Criteri
Criteri Criteri
a a
Prelim/Midterm/ a Final Term a
(Non- (Non-
(Major) (Major)
Major) Major)
Class Activities Class Activities
20% 20% 15% 15%
Participation Participation
Practical 40% 35% Practical 25% 25%
 Test/Quiz/Assignment Test/Quiz/Assignment
Major Examination 35% 40% Major Examination 25% 20%
Behavior 5% 5% Final Output 30% 35%
Behavior 5% 5%
TOTAL 100% 100% Total 100% 100%

2.Computation of the Percentage Computation for the Final Grade:

Term Prelim Midterm Final

Percentage 25% 30% 45%
(MajorCourses)
Percentage 25% 25% 50%
(MajorCourses)

3.Grading Scale:

Failure
due to Dr Authori
≤ Inco
≥9 94- 92- 88- 85- 82- 79- 76- 7 65- Excessi op zed
6 mpl
7 96 93 90 87 84 81 78 5 74 ve pe Withdr
4 ete
Absenc d awal
es
1.2 1.7 2.2 2.7 3. 5.
1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 4.0 AF INC DR AW
5 5 5 5 0 0
*Passing rate: Major Courses – 2.25 and GEC – 3.0

4.Last day of dropping is ___________. A student may officially drop the course on or before the deadline for dropping. Only after a dropping
slip is accomplished in the Registrar’s Office and the instructor’s copy is submitted can be considered to have the course officially dropped.

Class Policies:

A.Should the students fail to submit the requirements:

1.They will be given a score of zero (0) with a corresponding grade of zero percent (0%) in a requirement which is not submitted under the
following conditions:

i.They are given a chance to make-up for the said requirement;

ii.They are given enough time to work on the make-up requirement.

2.They will be given a score of zero (0) with a corresponding grade of zero percent (0) in a quiz which is given during their absence, under the
following conditions:

i.The absence is unexcused;

ii.They are offered a make-up quiz and still fail to shop-up during the given time;

iii.They are given enough time to prepare for the make-up quiz.

3.In case the students submitted a requirement given by the instructor/instructress to make-up for their lost grade, a certain percent will be
deducted on their actual grade. The deduction will be determined by the subject teacher.

B.Students who arrive beyond the allowable time for tardiness will be allowed to enter the class but are marked absent. Attendance policies
found in the Balingoan College Student Handbook applies.

C.Students not wearing the prescribed uniform/proper dress decorum will be considered absent.

D.Eating and drinking are not allowed inside the classroom.

E.Students under the influence of any liquor will not be permitted to enter the classroom and shall be advised to leave the campus premises
immediately to void unnecessary incidents

F.Cheating, tardiness, absences, and other violations will be dealt in accordance to the provisions stipulated in the Balingoan College Student
Handbook.

G.Gadgets are not allowed during class hours unless needed in class discussion with ample permission from the teacher.

*All policies (attendance, tardiness, decorum, grievances, etc) will be subject to the provisions of the latest version of the Balingoan
College Student Handbook)