NCHU Course Outline

Course Name	(中) 永續農業與實作(2082)
	(Eng.) Sustainable Farming and Practices
Offering Dept	International Bachelor Program in Agribusiness
Course Type	Elective	Credits	3	Teacher	CHEN WEN CHING
Department	International Bachelor Program in Agribusiness/Undergraduate	Language	English	Semester	2025-FALL
Course Description	This course integrates STEAM education with field sampling, laboratory analysis, and artistic creation to develop students’ knowledge in soil and agricultural sciences, innovative thinking, and sustainability awareness.
Prerequisites				self-directed learning in the course	Y

Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%)			Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives
Course Objectives	Competency Indicators	Ratio(%)	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
1. Develop interdisciplinary integration and problem-solving skills. 2. Build foundational knowledge in soil and agricultural sciences with a focus on sustainability. 3. Enhance self-directed learning and teamwork through project-based outcomes.	1. Basic knowledge and skills in sustainable agriculture 2.Basic knowledge and skills in agribusiness 3.Awareness of international situations and global service 4.Using English as the means for communication 5.Service-orientated entrepreneurship	30 10 10 20 30	Lecturing Practicum Discussion topic Discussion/Production Networking/Distance Education Visit Exercises	Quiz Oral Presentation Attendance Written Presentation Assignment
Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule
Week Course Content Week 1 Course introduction Week 2 Soil classes and soil art Week 3 Soils on the rice quality Week 4 Reasonable fertilization Week 5 Common fertilizers in Taiwan Week 6 Composting Week 7 Field trip Week 8 Soil sampling Week 9 Mid-term report Week 10 Soil preparation Week 11 soil pH EC Week 12 soil texture Week 13 soil N test Week 14 soil P test Week 15 Project discussion Week 16 Final report self-directed learning    01.Participation in professional forums, lectures, and corporate sharing sessions related to industry-government-academia-research exchange activities.    04.Participation in visits or internships at industry, government, or academic institutions.    05.Participation in various workshops organized by different departments of NCHU.    06.Participation in field trips and outdoor instructional activities at other NCHU campuses or branches, including experimental forests or test sites.
Evaluation
Attendance 10% Class activity: 20% Mid-term report: 35% Final Report: 35%
Textbook & other References
Weil, R.R., Brady, N.C. 2017. The nature and properties of soils. Pearson. Plaster, E.J. 2014. Soil science and management. Delmar, Cengage Learning. Carter, M.R., Gregorich, E.G. 2008. Soil sampling and methods of analysis. CRC Press. Motsara, M.R., Roy, R.N. 2008. Guide to laboratory establishment for plant nutrient analysis. FAO. Cappuccino, J.G., Sherman, N. 2014. Microbiology: a laboratory manual. Pearson. Nandwani, D. Organic farming for sustainable agriculture. Sustainable Development and Biodiversity, vol 9. Springer, Cham.
Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website
Office Hours
Thursday 10:00~12:00
Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs(Link URL)
01.Participation in professional forums, lectures, and corporate sharing sessions related to industry-government-academia-research exchange activities.    04.Participation in visits or internships at industry, government, or academic institutions.    05.Participation in various workshops organized by different departments of NCHU.    06.Participation in field trips and outdoor instructional activities at other NCHU campuses or branches, including experimental forests or test sites.    12.Responsible Consumption   13.Climate Action   15.Life On Land include experience courses：Y

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