Course Directions
This self-study course is without grades!
Exercises and tests are optional, but are
available for self-assessment. Refer to course content (in an open-book fashion) to complete
exercises, assessments and tests. If you have questions or comments
e-mail or telephone the instructor.
Use the links on the
left as your "classroom".
Notice the links on the left side of every
web page. Follow these links to participate in the course content
and course exercises.
Pre-tests and Post-test: are available to
assess your knowledge.
Units 1 - 5: Objectives,
content, practice, tests and feedback. Review in sequence or select by topic. Topics are listed
on the Home Page.
Additional home page links:
Course Handouts: Compilation of Units 1 - 5
content.
Quick Guide: 'Cheat sheet'
for learning and for seasonal review.
Resources: Compilation of references from Units 1
- 5.
The goals of this course are to:
1. Define Blossom End Rot (BER).
2. Identify three sets of soil properties.
3. Identify balanced soil
4. Identify imbalances that contribute to BER.
5. Identify tests to determine balanced soil
6. Identify additives and amounts needed to balance
soil
7. Describe the scientific process for balanced soil verification.
See you in class!
Return to Home Page
