LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The aim of the course is to provide students with the main notions of the analysis mathematics aimed at making students learn techniques necessary to study the functions, solve problems based on integral calculus and solve some easy differential equations. Where possible, the concepts covered will be applied to build and study mathematical models of real phenomena related to applied sciences, in particular biology.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: Acquire knowledge:
• the concepts of function, limits and derivability of the functions of one real variable and all the notions that allow you to study a function;
• the notion of integral, integration methods and the main ones applications of integral calculus;
• differential equations and some solving methods.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: Knowing how to use the concepts learned for:
• solve equations and inequalities;
• calculate limits, derivatives, integrals and study functions;
• solve differential equations.
3) Making judgements:
• Be able to identify the appropriate rules to apply to solving new problems, similar to those discussed in class.
4) Communication skills:
• Students' ability to talk, reason and will be stimulated discuss the questions raised during the lessons regarding the topics treated.
5) Learning skills:
• Be able to discuss some scientific topics by building simple mathematical models.
118923 - GENERAL AND INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
First Semester
7
CHIM/03
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course introduces, through frontal lessons and exercises, the basic concepts of Chemistry, aiming to the understanding and to the theoretical and experimental analysis of biological phenomena. The study of stoichiometry allows to describe the quantitative aspects of chemical reactions. The knowledge of the atomic structure and the periodicity of the atomic properties is the foundation for the discussion of the different kinds of chemical bonds and interactions, of the molecular geometries as well as the nomenclature of simple chemical compounds. Chemical thermodynamics deals with the energy involved in chemical processes (both reactions and phase transitions), while chemical kinetics describes the rate of such processes, allowing to rationalise the concept of chemical equilibrium, a central topic in biochemical phenomena. Examples of fundamental chemical reactions are finally presented, like acids and bases, precipitation and redox reactions. These concepts are key to the critical understanding of the chemical aspects underlying the different topics of the degree course.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: knowledge of the basic principles of General Chemistry to understand the reactivity and fundamental chemical properties of matter, with particular reference to its application in Biochemistry.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: the students will be able to balance chemical reactions, estimate the heat, rate and spontaneity of a chemical process, solve problems about colligative properties, chemical, acidic and base and solubility product equilibria.
3) Making judgements: gain the basic knowledge required to interpret the chemical topics discussed in the course.
4) Communication skills: develop a good exposing ability (written and oral) of the acquired concepts.
5) Learning skills: to be able to learn and analyse the topics in different contexts and autonomously.
120397 - BIOLOGY
First Semester
6
BIO/13
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course aims to provide basic knowledge of cell biology, such as cell structure, differences and characteristics of animal and plant cells, viruses and bacteria; provide basic knowledge on biochemistry, therefore the characteristics of carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids as well as the role and function of enzymes and proteins. Furthermore, the course aims to provide an introduction to genetics by providing initial information on heredity, phenotype/environment and some hints of epigenetics. Finally, the course aims to give an introduction to molecular biology by describing PCR and sequencing methods.
The student will have to acquire knowledge and understanding of cellular structure, fundamentals of biochemistry and genetics; Furthermore, the student will have to acquire the ability to learn basics of molecular biology such as PCR and sequencing methods.
EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity the student will acquire knowledge on the structure of the animal and plant cell. He will also have the knowledge to understand the fundamental processes of biochemistry. Finally, he will know the processes and methods underlying genetics.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity the student will have to demonstrate that they: (a) know the structure of the cell and its functions; (b) understand the differences between animal cells, plant cells, viruses and bacteria; (c) know cellular biochemistry; (d) understand the processes and methods underlying genetics.
3) Making judgements: At the end of the training activity the student will be able to formulate a judgment on cellular and biochemical processes.
4) Communication skills: The student will acquire an appropriate language in the different aspects of cell biology and will be able to communicate the knowledge acquired.
5) Ability to learn: The student must be able to independently develop coherent reasoning that leads him to recognize the different cellular structures and the processes that occur within the cell.
120400 - FUNDAMENTALS OF EARTH SCIENCES
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12
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-
Learning objectives
Module A: Geology
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the course are the transmission of the basic notions of geology. The course introduces the composition of the Earth, the dynamics of the planet and its deep and superficial structure. The lithogenetic cycle and the exogenous and endogenous processes that lead to the formation of rocks are central themes of the course.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training, the student will acquire knowledge on the internal constitution of the Earth and on the main endogenous and exogenous processes that characterize the Planet. He will be able to distinguish the most common types of rocks relating them to the processes of their formation. He will be able to understand the principles of stratigraphy, the main geological structures and the large-scale dynamic processes.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training, the student will be able to: distinguish and classify the main types of rocks and their fundamental mineral constituents, use the main concepts of stratigraphy and structural geology, read and interpret topographic and geological maps.
3) Making judgements: At the end of the training, the student will be able to make a judgement on geological phenomena in different contexts and on information related to the main aspects of geology.
4) Communication skills: The student will acquire an appropriate language in the different aspects of geology and will be able to communicate the acquired knowledge.
5) Learinign skills: The student will be able to trace the essential geological characteristics of a simple areal context, and to deepen independently the main aspects of geology.
MODULE II
First Semester
6
GEO/04
Learning objectives
Module A: Geology
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the course are the transmission of the basic notions of geology. The course introduces the composition of the Earth, the dynamics of the planet and its deep and superficial structure. The lithogenetic cycle and the exogenous and endogenous processes that lead to the formation of rocks are central themes of the course.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training, the student will acquire knowledge on the internal constitution of the Earth and on the main endogenous and exogenous processes that characterize the Planet. He will be able to distinguish the most common types of rocks relating them to the processes of their formation. He will be able to understand the principles of stratigraphy, the main geological structures and the large-scale dynamic processes.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training, the student will be able to: distinguish and classify the main types of rocks and their fundamental mineral constituents, use the main concepts of stratigraphy and structural geology, read and interpret topographic and geological maps.
3) Making judgements: At the end of the training, the student will be able to make a judgement on geological phenomena in different contexts and on information related to the main aspects of geology.
4) Communication skills: The student will acquire an appropriate language in the different aspects of geology and will be able to communicate the acquired knowledge.
5) Learinign skills: The student will be able to trace the essential geological characteristics of a simple areal context, and to deepen independently the main aspects of geology.
120398 - BOTANY
Second Semester
6
BIO/02
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The aim of this course is to provide students with the information necessary to understand the diversity of the plant component, morphology/anatomy, organs and tissues, and adaptation strategies to the environment. The course will provide a framework for understanding current issues related to plant organisms (climate warming, soil stability, desertification processes) and their use in applied terms. The course, additionally, aims to provide the basis for further in-depth studies in the fields of ecology and many other disciplines that will be addressed in the following two years.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: Developing knowledge of the variety of plant organisms present in nature and their morphological and physiological characteristics, resulting from adaptation to specific and different environmental conditions.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: Knowing how to use the notions learned during the course and developed in the exercises to interpret morpho-functional alterations due to variations in environmental conditions.
3) Making judgements: Being able to formulate hypotheses in response to any problems.
4) Communication skills: Students' acquisition of scientifically correct terminology relating to the topics covered during the course.
5) Learning skills: Being able to use the methods learned for the recognition of the organisms studied. This skill will also be developed through the active involvement of students through oral discussions in the classroom, educational excursions and laboratory experiences.
118926 -
ZOOLOGY
Second Semester
9
BIO/05
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course, which deals with a basic subject in the initial phase of the study path, has as its fundamental objective the formation of critical analysis skills based on scientific methodology, integrating general and contextual knowledge with those concerning specific technical and methodological tools of the zoological discipline, with particular reference to environmental aspects. It is proposed to provide basic knowledge on the structure and functioning of animals, on the principles of evolution by selection, on adaptations to aquatic and terrestrial environments. It also provides for the acquisition of skills on the rules of taxonomy and zoological nomenclature and the achievement of orientation skills in the recognition of fauna, with particular regard to Italian fauna.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: The acquired knowledge will concern zoological techniques and methods (nomenclature, taxonomy, methods of data collection and analysis); fundamental topics of biology (evolution, natural selection, adaptation); topics of general zoology (structure and apparatus, species and reproductive isolation, ethology); biodiversity (knowledge and summary identification of the fauna with particular regard to the Italian fauna). Understanding skills will be achieved through the practice of rules and methods specific to the subject (for example, taxonomy and nomenclature rules).
2) Applying knowledge understanding: The aspects concerning the application of knowledge involve the ability to analyze and interpret scientific contributions in the field of Zoology, and to identify fauna at a summary level for environmental assessment purposes.
3) Making judgements: The exercise of critical analysis and knowledge, although at a general level, of fundamental methods and concepts will allow the ability to formulate independent assessments.
4) Communication skills: These skills will be developed through the exercise of one's own expression (interventions during the lessons) and with a brief knowledge of the methods of scientific communication.
5) Learning skills: The notions and the use of the sources and the relative information can allow the application of the learning modalities to contexts different from those treated specifically in the course.
118927 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Second Semester
7
CHIM/06
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course introduces the concepts and the experimental approaches of organic chemistry, working on the consolidation of principles acquired in the field of physics and general and inorganic chemistry to advance the knowledge of carbon chemistry. In the first part of the course, the cultural and practical bases for understanding the structure of organic molecules will be provided, paying particular attention to the existing relationships between the chemical structure and the chemical-physical and biological properties associated with them. The different physical hybridization states of the carbon will allow the three-dimensional vision of the molecules, facilitating the understanding of their role in the cell. The second part of the course is dedicated to the application of properties in the context of chemical reactivity. The student will have the opportunity to have answers to some of the key questions in his study: why do molecules react? What are the experimental factors that control the kinetics of the reactions? When is a reaction under thermodynamic control rather than kinetic? How is it possible to synthesize complex molecules from simple reagents? What is the impact of organic chemistry on the environment and how can it be reduced? This knowledge will allow the student to undertake subsequent study courses with strong structural and molecular expertise.
EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: Knowledge of the principles governing the formation of the chemical bond, using traditional theories (valence bond theory) and advanced theories (theory of molecular orbital and quantum mechanics). Knowledge of nomenclature and classification (theory of functional groups) of organic molecules, with particular attention to the association between the family of organic molecules and biological and chemical-physical properties. Knowledge of the reactivity of organic molecules and experimental parameters capable of controlling thermodynamics and kinetics of organic transformations. Knowledge of the relationship between organic molecules and the origin of life.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: In addition to the knowledge gained through the study of organic chemistry, students will be able to apply the acquired concepts for the resolution of practical exercises related to the identification and classification of substances based on Their activity on the body, the effect of chirality on pharmacological activity, the possibility of separating organic isomers and the general methodologies for their analysis and their recognition.
3) Making judgements: The course offers links to other disciplines (Physics, General Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Computational Chemistry and Genetics) by providing an integrated knowledge. The student's critical judgment will be stimulated by constantly referring to the reading of recent studies published in scientific journals, questioning the current issues related to some of the core concepts of the discipline. Thanks to the multi-disciplinary and interdisciplinary nature of organic chemistry, it will be also possible to link the acquired concepts to other disciplines, allowing the student to form his own autonomy of judgment about the effectiveness of an integrated scientific approach.
4) Communication skills: At the end of each part of the course, the students will be invited to form working groups to develop solutions and compete with others in solving practical exercises. The educational gain is aimed at increasing the communication skills and the ability to know how to work in a group, all aimed at consolidating the acquired concepts.
5) Learning Skills: Students' learning abilities will be evaluated during the course of the course by exonerary tests that will allow you to individually monitor the maturation state of the knowledge, highlighting the student's ability to return.
120400 - FUNDAMENTALS OF EARTH SCIENCES
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12
-
-
Learning objectives
Module A: Geology
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the course are the transmission of the basic notions of geology. The course introduces the composition of the Earth, the dynamics of the planet and its deep and superficial structure. The lithogenetic cycle and the exogenous and endogenous processes that lead to the formation of rocks are central themes of the course.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training, the student will acquire knowledge on the internal constitution of the Earth and on the main endogenous and exogenous processes that characterize the Planet. He will be able to distinguish the most common types of rocks relating them to the processes of their formation. He will be able to understand the principles of stratigraphy, the main geological structures and the large-scale dynamic processes.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training, the student will be able to: distinguish and classify the main types of rocks and their fundamental mineral constituents, use the main concepts of stratigraphy and structural geology, read and interpret topographic and geological maps.
3) Making judgements: At the end of the training, the student will be able to make a judgement on geological phenomena in different contexts and on information related to the main aspects of geology.
4) Communication skills: The student will acquire an appropriate language in the different aspects of geology and will be able to communicate the acquired knowledge.
5) Learinign skills: The student will be able to trace the essential geological characteristics of a simple areal context, and to deepen independently the main aspects of geology.
MODULE II
First Semester
6
GEO/05
Learning objectives
Module B: Geomorphology and applied geology
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the course are the transmission of the basics of geomorphology and applied geology. The course introduces the understanding and analysis of the Earth surface processes and landform, also in relation to human activities. The main characteristics of geomaterials are also introduced and the main geological risks are considered.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity, the student will acquire knowledge on geomorphology, erosional processes and slope dynamics, geological risks. The student will be able to distinguish the most common types and forms of erosion by linking them to their origins. The student will be able to understand the processes that determine the geological risks.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity, the student will have to demonstrate that he is able: to read and interpret geomorphological maps, to analyze geological data for the site characterization and for risks assessment.
3) Making judgements: At the end of the training the student, will be able to make a judgment on the geomorphological and geological phenomena applied in different contexts, and on the information related to the main aspects of geomorphology.
4) Communication skills: The student will acquire an appropriate language in the different aspects of geomorphology and applied geology and will be able to communicate the acquired knowledge.
5) Learning skills: The student will be able to trace the essential geomorphological and geological characteristics of a simple geological context, and to deepen independently the main aspects connected to them.
SUBJECT
SEMESTER
CFU
SSD
LANGUAGE
120387 - CARTOGRAPHY AND HYDROLOGY
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12
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-
Learning objectives
GENERAL LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course has as its fundamental objective the transmission of the basic concepts for the representation of geographic information, as well as information concerning the hydrologic cycle, by means of the application of basic computer tools. The hydrologic cycle and its interconnections with natural processes and environmental matrices, and the representation of geographic information useful for the management of Nature and the environment, are key topics of the course, that is structured in two modules.
Module A: Cartography
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
To acquire knowledge and techniques for the representation of geographic information as well as for managing spatial data of interest for Natural and Environmental Sciences.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: Knowledge of the concepts and tools for the representation of Earth surface. Knowledge of the process of maps representation. Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for analysing and making thematic cartography.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: Ability to analyse map data and building thematic cartography in the GIS environment.
3) Making judgements: Ability to make maps using freeware software informatic. Ability to collect, organize and process natural and environmental data.
4) Communication skills: Ability to explain the results of the analyses and ability to interact with technicians and professional figures.
5) Learning skills: Ability to delve into different natural and environmental contexts. Ability to apply methods and techniques in different natural and environmental situations.
Module B: Hydrology
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course aims to provide students with knowledge of hydrological processes to understand and manage issues related to the hydrological cycle. Three primary objectives can be identified:
• Understanding Hydrological Phenomena: The course will delve into the properties of precipitation and the dynamics of river flood formation.
• Comprehending and Learning the Concept of Design Flow: This central learning objective forms the basis of most hydraulic design projects.
• Learning and Applying the Rational Formula: This objective focuses on a modeling approach with practical rather than phenomenological applications.
In addition to the three main objectives, students will also develop some soft skills related to the course topics, including basic computer tools (spreadsheets, GIS).
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: Students will be encouraged to understand hydrological processes (precipitation and flows) through various approaches, including traditional theoretical methods and direct comprehension and analysis (real-time monitoring of phenomena, illustrative videos, online research).
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: Concepts with a more technical and practical aspect (design flow and the Rational Formula) will be reinforced through both traditional exercises and project-based tasks (small independent reports).
3) Making judgements, Communication Skills, and Learning skills: These skills will be developed by analyzing precipitation-flow phenomena observed by students in real-time through institutional websites dedicated to hydrological monitoring. Students will be required to draft a report analyzing a precipitation-flow event (communication skills) to support the hypotheses they formulate regarding the evolution of the observed phenomenon.
MODULE II
Second Semester
6
GEO/04
Learning objectives
Module A: Cartography
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
To acquire knowledge and techniques for the representation of geographic information as well as for managing spatial data of interest for Natural and Environmental Sciences.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: Knowledge of the concepts and tools for the representation of Earth surface. Knowledge of the process of maps representation. Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for analysing and making thematic cartography.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: Ability to analyse map data and building thematic cartography in the GIS environment.
3) Making judgements: Ability to make maps using freeware software informatic. Ability to collect, organize and process natural and environmental data.
4) Communication skills: Ability to explain the results of the analyses and ability to interact with technicians and professional figures.
5) Learning skills: Ability to delve into different natural and environmental contexts. Ability to apply methods and techniques in different natural and environmental situations.
119005 - PHYSICS WITH LABORATORY
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12
-
-
Learning objectives
Module A: Physics
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the course are the transmission of the basic notions of physics useful for correctly framing environmental issues and natural sciences. The course introduces the definition, understanding and use of physical quantities and fundamental physical laws and their application to processes and phenomena of interest in environmental sciences. This within a simple, but rigorous modeling and mathematical treatment aimed at familiarizing students with graphical representations and estimates of the scales of quantities and physical phenomena. In particular, the course aims to introduce the student to the fundamental principles of Physics in particular of the Scientific Method, Mechanics, Statics and Dynamics of fluids, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, providing him with the fundamental knowledge of physics for a correct application to the processes and phenomena of interest. of Natural and Environmental Sciences.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the course the student is expected to have learned the theoretical and experimental foundations of Classical Physics, its fundamental laws and to have acquired the ability to apply the laws of physics to solve simple problems. An important expected result is the understanding of the scientific method and methods of research in Physics, combined with the ability to present the topics covered during the course. The course aims to develop the ability to identify the essential aspects of physical phenomena and the logical and critical skills that allow you to propose and / or verify phenomenological models capable of describing them.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: The student is expected to know how to use the notions learned even in contexts other than those presented.
3) Making judgements: The student is expected to develop critical analytical skills and be able to solve new problems even if similar to those discussed in class.
4) Communication skills: Students' ability to discuss the implications of concepts presented in class and the possible questions that may emerge from the topics covered will be stimulated.
5) Learning skills: The student is expected to become able to discuss fundamental scientific issues of Physics and its applications.
MODULE II
Second Semester
8
FIS/07
Learning objectives
Module A: Physics
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the course are the transmission of the basic notions of physics useful for correctly framing environmental issues and natural sciences. The course introduces the definition, understanding and use of physical quantities and fundamental physical laws and their application to processes and phenomena of interest in environmental sciences. This within a simple, but rigorous modeling and mathematical treatment aimed at familiarizing students with graphical representations and estimates of the scales of quantities and physical phenomena. In particular, the course aims to introduce the student to the fundamental principles of Physics in particular of the Scientific Method, Mechanics, Statics and Dynamics of fluids, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, providing him with the fundamental knowledge of physics for a correct application to the processes and phenomena of interest. of Natural and Environmental Sciences.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the course the student is expected to have learned the theoretical and experimental foundations of Classical Physics, its fundamental laws and to have acquired the ability to apply the laws of physics to solve simple problems. An important expected result is the understanding of the scientific method and methods of research in Physics, combined with the ability to present the topics covered during the course. The course aims to develop the ability to identify the essential aspects of physical phenomena and the logical and critical skills that allow you to propose and / or verify phenomenological models capable of describing them.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: The student is expected to know how to use the notions learned even in contexts other than those presented.
3) Making judgements: The student is expected to develop critical analytical skills and be able to solve new problems even if similar to those discussed in class.
4) Communication skills: Students' ability to discuss the implications of concepts presented in class and the possible questions that may emerge from the topics covered will be stimulated.
5) Learning skills: The student is expected to become able to discuss fundamental scientific issues of Physics and its applications.
120386 - COMPUTER SKILLS
First Semester
4
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A central part of a natural and environmental scientist’s work is to analyse experimental data with the aid of computers and represent the results. In this course students will learn concepts, skills and tools, knowledge and application skills of computer science (including basic notions about algorithms and data organization, also in open access) within the natural and environmental sciences. Some common software of interest to the course will be introduced. In addition, they will acquire adequate knowledge and application skills of computer computing and graphic representation of data and writing scientific reports.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the course, the student will have become aware of the potential of using a computer to address scientific problems. The student will be able to prepare experimental data effectively for analysis and storage, and to use spreadsheets and writing programs, as well as have knowledge of computer basics and know how to make graphs based on experimental data.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity, the student will have to demonstrate that he or she is able to:
• be able to evaluate the use of basic computer tools useful for their activities.
• know how to organize experimental data in digital format effectively for analysis and storage.
• know how to use basic software calculation/spreadsheets, for the graphical representation of data and the production of scientific reports.
3) Making judgements: At the end of the course, the student will be able to judge which computer tools can best solve specific problems in different scientific contexts.
4) Communication skills: The student will acquire appropriate language in different aspects of computer science.
5) Learning skills: At the end of the course, the student will have acquired sufficient tools to use the computer tools to organize in digital format, store and display experimental data.
118937 - MICROBIOLOGY
First Semester
6
BIO/19
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course will permit the comprehension of the morphological, physiological and metabolic characteristics of microorganisms (mainly prokaryotes); particularly, regarding their role in nature and their interactions with other organisms. Moreover, it will consent to know the basic techniques for the manipulation of microorganisms in the Laboratory. The course will provide a framework for understanding current issues related to microorganisms and their potential applications (e.g. the importance of microorganisms for humans and other animals, the danger of certain microorganisms and the countermeasures necessary to counter their potential damage). The course will supply the basic formation for further specialised studies in microbial ecology, and environmental and medical microbiology.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: To get knowledge regarding the basic principles of microbial biology, their metabolism, their role in nature, the interaction between microorganisms and other organisms.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: To understand the issues related to the relationships between microorganisms and mankind and the environment. To acquire the basic knowledge regarding the experimental approach to studying the microbial world.
3) Making judgements: The ability to construe the results obtained by the various studies in microbiology. The ability to understand the role of microorganisms in the environment and their influence on the biology of other organisms.
4) Communication skills: Ability to communicate information and issues concerning general microbiology and the importance of microorganisms in nature and their relations with other living beings to people in the field and beyond.
5) Learning skills: Ability to describe scientific topics related to microbiology both in written and oral forms by a specific scientific/technical language. Ability to learn the methods for microorganism recognition and cultivation. This ability will be developed also through the active involvement of the students in discussions during the lectures.
120388 - FLORISTICS AND GEOBOTANICS
Second Semester
9
BIO/03
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Understand the diversity of plants at the level of the highest taxonomic ranks. Knowing how to correctly use the scientific names of plant taxa. Master a picture of the diversity of Italian tracheophytes. Knowing how to use the identification techniques of vascular plant species. Being able to recognize the most common families of conifers and angiosperms of Italian flora in the field. Get a picture of the flora and vegetation of Italy. Master the basics of biodiversity and environmental distribution of vascular plants and simple applications (elements of floristic monitoring).
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: To master a picture of the diversity of Italian tracheophytes. To understand the phylogenetic relationships between the main families of angiosperm. Understand the main factors of ecological filtering and the causes of heterogeneity in the plant landscape. Have a picture of the flora and vegetation of Italy.
2) Applying knowlege and understanding: Know how to use techniques for the identification of vascular plant species. Be able to recognize in the field the most common families of angiosperms of the Italian flora. Know how to prepare herbarium samples. To know how to recognize in the field the main elements of the plant landscape (main descriptors of phytocenoses) and its causes of heterogeneity. Know how to use simple bio-indication techniques, floristic monitoring and stational diagnosis.
3) Making judgements: Interpretation of floristic identification problems.
4) Communication skills: Correct use of technical terminology for the description (diagnosis) of a tracheophyte. Correct use of geobotanical terms. Correct use of nomenclature rules to write the name of a taxon.
5) Learning skills: Ability to read floristic and taxonomic publications.
119005 - PHYSICS WITH LABORATORY
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12
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Learning objectives
Module A: Physics
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the course are the transmission of the basic notions of physics useful for correctly framing environmental issues and natural sciences. The course introduces the definition, understanding and use of physical quantities and fundamental physical laws and their application to processes and phenomena of interest in environmental sciences. This within a simple, but rigorous modeling and mathematical treatment aimed at familiarizing students with graphical representations and estimates of the scales of quantities and physical phenomena. In particular, the course aims to introduce the student to the fundamental principles of Physics in particular of the Scientific Method, Mechanics, Statics and Dynamics of fluids, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, providing him with the fundamental knowledge of physics for a correct application to the processes and phenomena of interest. of Natural and Environmental Sciences.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the course the student is expected to have learned the theoretical and experimental foundations of Classical Physics, its fundamental laws and to have acquired the ability to apply the laws of physics to solve simple problems. An important expected result is the understanding of the scientific method and methods of research in Physics, combined with the ability to present the topics covered during the course. The course aims to develop the ability to identify the essential aspects of physical phenomena and the logical and critical skills that allow you to propose and / or verify phenomenological models capable of describing them.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: The student is expected to know how to use the notions learned even in contexts other than those presented.
3) Making judgements: The student is expected to develop critical analytical skills and be able to solve new problems even if similar to those discussed in class.
4) Communication skills: Students' ability to discuss the implications of concepts presented in class and the possible questions that may emerge from the topics covered will be stimulated.
5) Learning skills: The student is expected to become able to discuss fundamental scientific issues of Physics and its applications.
MODULE II
Second Semester
4
FIS/07
Learning objectives
The aim of the course is to provide students with further basic notions of physics beyond those introduced during Module A and the tools necessary to design and implement a scientific experiment and analyze the data obtained using the most appropriate statistical analysis tools (using graphical and analytical). The course aims to make students acquire the ability to present an argument orally and to write a scientific report. This within a simple, but rigorous modeling and mathematical treatment aimed at familiarizing students with graphical representations and estimates of the scales of quantities and physical phenomena.
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING.
at the end of the training activity the person will be able to: A) define the measurement of a physical quantity directly and indirectly; B) describe a physical quantity using numerical and graphical methods, linear and non-linear; C) identify the right dimensional equations and the system of measurement units; D) describe the functioning of an instrument and highlight its properties; E) distinguish systematic and random errors of measuring instruments in their absolute and relative representation; F) define a propagation of the error in derived quantities; G) define the significant figures of a measure; H) outline the concept of probability distribution; I) identify a confidence interval; L) make a comparison between experimental results; M) design an experiment in mechanics, calorimetry and concerning the study of direct current circuits able to determine with good approximation some fundamental constants of physics or physical properties of the apparatuses; N) write a scientific report that gives the protocol and the data collected in a clear, complete and immediate control.
APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING.
At the end of this didactic activity, in an exercise or exam context, the student must demonstrate to be able to know: A) associate the quantities to be measured with the physical laws that describe the system; B) estimate the effects that modify the expected value of the measured quantity within the approximation in force for the application of the law; C) carry out an experiment and the optimal conditions for obtaining a measurement; D) to give an uncertainty value to a measurement, however precise, carried out by him; E) analytically evaluate how the error propagates on indirectly measured quantities; F) choose the most effective way to obtain the value to be measured that is affected by the minimum random error and systematic uncertainties; G) analyze the significance of the results through statistics.
AUTONOMY OF JUDGMENT.
At the end of this didactic activity, the student must demonstrate to be able to: A) know how to choose a working condition or an approximation for the experimental verification of a physical law; B) formulate and support appropriate hypotheses on the type of experiment best suited to obtain an experimental result; C) apply the most appropriate protocols to increase the sensitivity of the measurement; D) apply the most appropriate protocols to reduce accidental and systematic errors.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS.
The student must demonstrate to be able to describe in a scientific report the physical law subject of the experience, the experimental conditions and the theory most suitable for determining the measurement of physical quantity, data collection and statistical analysis. Communication skills will be verified through the evaluation of the reports that each group of students will have to carry out to report on the experiments carried out during the course. They will then be verified during the examination.
LEARNING SKILLS.
At the end of this training activity, the student will have to demonstrate that he is able to use the experimental method learned to investigate the characteristics of other systems other than those considered during this course.
118936 - ECOLOGY
Second Semester
9
BIO/07
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course aims to provide robust basic knowledge on the structure and functioning of environmental systems, with particular emphasis on the mechanisms that determine both the distribution and abundance of organisms as well as their relations with the environment. The course will provide the basis for further studies in ecosystem ecology, applied ecology, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable management of the environment.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: The students will acquire knowledge on the basic principles of ecology, with particular emphasis on the interdisciplinary nature of this discipline. This objective is reflected in the organization of the program that runs through the hierarchical layers of ecological organization, from the mechanisms underlying biodiversity (evolutionary ecology), passing through the relationships between organisms and species (population ecology) up to the structure and functioning of communities (community ecology).
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: The knowledge acquired will be applied to the ecological mechanisms that allow evaluating the state and functioning of ecosystems and biodiversity. Comprehension abilities will be applied by encouraging students to deal with complex and multi-scalar disciplines and problems.
3) Making judgements: The ability to formulate independent evaluations will be exercised thanks to the interdisciplinary and multilevel reasoning required by this discipline and by the analysis of the case studies proposed, that need the merging of complex and heterogeneous data to be understood.
4) Communication skills: These skills will be developed through the exercise of one's own expression (interventions during the lessons) and in the coordination of group activities, especially during field exercises.
5) Learning skills: The many concepts learned and the connections linking them all will stimulate a “learning-by-reasoning” process, essential to fully understand ecological mechanisms.
119009 - DENDROECOLOGY
Second Semester
6
AGR/05
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The aim of the course is to provide the knowledge necessary for the identification, biology, and ecology of Italian tree species. Particular attention will be paid to the ontogenetic cycle of trees and the state and dynamics of forest populations with insights related to the naturalness of ecosystems (old forests, managed forests, degraded forests), the dynamics of forest vegetation, and the impact of climate change. Alternative management practices of forest populations will be analyzed from a structural, compositional and functional perspective, taking into account the impacts and the ecological processes involved. In particular, the study of the forest dynamics will be faced in the light of both theoretical and practical aspects of the dendroecological methods, in order to provide the student with applied skills for the monitoring of the resistance and resilience of forests to natural and anthropogenic disturbance.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the course, the student must have acquired the ability to apply the criteria of taxonomic identification of trees of forest interest and be able to understand the environmental needs and the bio-ecological role of each species in the dynamism of forest populations.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: At the end of the course, the student will be able to identify the different tree species typical of distinct landscapes. Moreover, the student will possess the ability to discuss the status and dynamics of forest ecosystems by applying the dendroecological method.
3) Making judgements: At the end of the course, the student will be able to assess the conservation level of forest ecosystems by interpreting the past dynamics, and to infer future scenarios also in the light of anthropic pressures.
4) Communication skills: The student will acquire an appropriate dendrological and dendroecological vocabolary to communicate effectively with all stakeholders concerned with the theme of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.
5) Learning skills: During the course, the student will be encouraged to develop autonomy of judgment and ability to learn independently through direct involvement in classroom activities and exercises.
120387 - CARTOGRAPHY AND HYDROLOGY
-
12
-
-
Learning objectives
GENERAL LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course has as its fundamental objective the transmission of the basic concepts for the representation of geographic information, as well as information concerning the hydrologic cycle, by means of the application of basic computer tools. The hydrologic cycle and its interconnections with natural processes and environmental matrices, and the representation of geographic information useful for the management of Nature and the environment, are key topics of the course, that is structured in two modules.
Module A: Cartography
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
To acquire knowledge and techniques for the representation of geographic information as well as for managing spatial data of interest for Natural and Environmental Sciences.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: Knowledge of the concepts and tools for the representation of Earth surface. Knowledge of the process of maps representation. Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for analysing and making thematic cartography.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: Ability to analyse map data and building thematic cartography in the GIS environment.
3) Making judgements: Ability to make maps using freeware software informatic. Ability to collect, organize and process natural and environmental data.
4) Communication skills: Ability to explain the results of the analyses and ability to interact with technicians and professional figures.
5) Learning skills: Ability to delve into different natural and environmental contexts. Ability to apply methods and techniques in different natural and environmental situations.
Module B: Hydrology
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course aims to provide students with knowledge of hydrological processes to understand and manage issues related to the hydrological cycle. Three primary objectives can be identified:
• Understanding Hydrological Phenomena: The course will delve into the properties of precipitation and the dynamics of river flood formation.
• Comprehending and Learning the Concept of Design Flow: This central learning objective forms the basis of most hydraulic design projects.
• Learning and Applying the Rational Formula: This objective focuses on a modeling approach with practical rather than phenomenological applications.
In addition to the three main objectives, students will also develop some soft skills related to the course topics, including basic computer tools (spreadsheets, GIS).
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: Students will be encouraged to understand hydrological processes (precipitation and flows) through various approaches, including traditional theoretical methods and direct comprehension and analysis (real-time monitoring of phenomena, illustrative videos, online research).
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: Concepts with a more technical and practical aspect (design flow and the Rational Formula) will be reinforced through both traditional exercises and project-based tasks (small independent reports).
3) Making judgements, Communication Skills, and Learning skills: These skills will be developed by analyzing precipitation-flow phenomena observed by students in real-time through institutional websites dedicated to hydrological monitoring. Students will be required to draft a report analyzing a precipitation-flow event (communication skills) to support the hypotheses they formulate regarding the evolution of the observed phenomenon.
MODULE II
Second Semester
6
AGR/08
120389 - ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Second Semester
5
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course is aimed at students with basic knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary, and aims to consolidate them and develop language and communication skills and competences at pre-intermediate level (level B1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - CEFR).
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: The learner is able to know and understand the topics related to the syntax and vocabulary of the English language for a B1 level, which concern the structures to be used in everyday communication. He/she is also able to understand the key points of topics relating to their specific field of study.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: The learner is able to interact with ease, without errors and misunderstandings, in everyday situations where the language of communication is English. He/she is able to use the tools and vocabulary learned related to their field of study.
3) Making judgements: the learner is able to independently deepen, through information and communication technologies, what he/she has learnt with regard to everyday aspects of language use but especially with regard to knowledge acquired in his/her specific field of study.
4) Communication skills: the learner has acquired the ability to produce written texts, in a clear and complete manner, on topics of everyday life but also on subjects related to their specific field of study.
5) Learning skills: The learner is able to act independently to deepen and integrate the knowledge acquired during the course, expanding the specialised lexicon, writing and communication strategies to be implemented in an English language conversation.
SUBJECT
SEMESTER
CFU
SSD
LANGUAGE
- - ELECTIVE COURSE
First Semester
12
119008 - ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING LABORATORY
-
12
-
-
Learning objectives
Module A: Chemical Monitoring
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course introduces and deepens the concepts and main experimental approaches on the chemical aspects of environmental monitoring through the knowledge and practice of the main instrumental methods for the qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis of organic and inorganic substances present in the environment. Knowledge will focus in particular on chemical monitoring of water and soil. To build a theoretical and applicative competence on the chemical aspects of environmental monitoring.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: the knowledge will concern in particular the chemical monitoring of superficial water and soil;
2) Knowledge and comprehension skills applied: part of the course will be dedicated to carrying out practical exercises from an applicative applicative point of view, simulating real situations;
3) Autonomy of judgment: knowledge and practical application will allow autonomy of judgment and planning skills;
4) Communication skills: knowledge and application practice will also be useful in the development of communication skills through the reading and interpretation of the instrumental data obtained;
5) Ability to learn: the ability to learn will be evaluated through exercises concerning theory and interpretation of instrumental data.
MODULE II
6
CHIM/06
Learning objectives
Module A: Chemical Monitoring
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course introduces and deepens the concepts and main experimental approaches on the chemical aspects of environmental monitoring through the knowledge and practice of the main instrumental methods for the qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis of organic and inorganic substances present in the environment. Knowledge will focus in particular on chemical monitoring of water and soil. To build a theoretical and applicative competence on the chemical aspects of environmental monitoring.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: the knowledge will concern in particular the chemical monitoring of superficial water and soil;
2) Knowledge and comprehension skills applied: part of the course will be dedicated to carrying out practical exercises from an applicative applicative point of view, simulating real situations;
3) Autonomy of judgment: knowledge and practical application will allow autonomy of judgment and planning skills;
4) Communication skills: knowledge and application practice will also be useful in the development of communication skills through the reading and interpretation of the instrumental data obtained;
5) Ability to learn: the ability to learn will be evaluated through exercises concerning theory and interpretation of instrumental data.
MODULE II
6
BIO/05
Learning objectives
Module B: Biological Monitoring
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The general objective of the course is to allow the student to understand the meaning of the use of biological indicators for environmental monitoring. Acquisition of general skills for the use of the biological methodologies provided for by the current legislation on environmental monitoring, in particular that of aquatic systems, through the integral application of a biological index. Another objective is to develop design and execution skills for biological monitoring according to the principles and methods contained in current European and Italian legislation.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: The acquired knowledge will concern the general principles on which biological monitoring activities are based, the methodological processes for the implementation of monitoring campaigns, and the determination of biological indices of environmental quality.
2) Applying knowledge understanding: The application of knowledge will be focused on a methodological study of the indexes currently used to assess the ecological status of environmental matrices, considering in particular soil and inner watercourses, through practical activities in the field and in the laboratory.
3) Making judgements: The ability to formulate independent assessments can be exercised in the interpretation phase of the results, coordinating the heterogeneous data to arrive at motivated judgements.
4) Communication skills: These skills will be developed through the exercise of one's own expression (interventions during the lessons) and in the coordination of group activities.
5) Learning skills: The methodological study can allow the extension of the concepts and practices to the monitoring application to other environmental matrices.
120390 - BIOLOGICAL EVOLUTION AND BIOGEOGRAPHY
-
12
-
-
Learning objectives
Module B: Biological Evolution
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The aim of the course is to deepen the understanding of the most important evolutionary theories, the mechanisms of evolutionary change, and the significance of both historical and contemporary evolutionary processes in generating and shaping the structure of biological diversity at all levels of organization. Additionally, knowledge will be provided on the applications of evolutionary biology principles and methods to fields such as natural resource exploitation and management, nature conservation, climate change biology, invasion biology, medicine, and agriculture.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: Understand how evolutionary processes operate and interact over time and space, influencing biodiversity and species adaptation.
2) Applyng knowledge and understanding: (a) Apply evolutionary analysis methods and tools to interpret biological data, such as phylogenetic analyses and population genetics studies; (b) develop the ability to design and conduct experiments to test evolutionary hypotheses, analyzing and interpreting the results obtained.
3) Making judgements: The knowledge and practical application will enable critical evaluation of different evolutionary theories and the scientific evidence supporting them.
4) Communication skills: The knowledge and practical application will also provide the means to clearly and effectively communicate evolutionary biology concepts and experimental results to both specialist and non-specialist audiences, using appropriate communication tools, including scientific articles, oral presentations, and posters.
5) Learning skills: Learning ability will be assessed through exercises and presentations of scientific work, demonstrating the level of understanding of the topics covered and the ability to adapt and integrate new knowledge and emerging techniques in the field of evolutionary biology.
MODULE II
6
BIO/07
Learning objectives
Module A: Biogeography
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course aims to provide basic knowledge about the main patterns of geographic distribution of organisms, from the global scale to the landscape scale, as well as the main historical processes involved in the formation and spatial-temporal evolution of these patterns. Emphasis will also be placed on the practical applications of the discipline, particularly in the fields of biodiversity management and conservation in both continental and insular contexts, environmental assessment, sustainable resource use, landscape planning, and public health.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: By the end of the course, students will acquire knowledge on what determines the distribution of animal and plant species. They will also be able to analyze species distribution patterns, linking them to the main biogeographic and evolutionary processes involved in their formation. Finally, they will know the distribution of some of the main endemisms on a global scale.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: By the end of the course, students must demonstrate: (a) knowledge of the classification of biogeographic regions; (b) knowledge of the most important endemisms of these regions; (c) recognition of the main processes determining species distribution; (d) formulation of questions and design of an experimental biogeographic analysis.
3) Making judgements: By the end of the course, students will be able to formulate a judgment on the biogeographic and evolutionary processes involved in determining the distribution of animal and plant species.
4) Communication skills: Students will acquire appropriate language for various aspects of biogeography and will be able to communicate the knowledge acquired.
5) Learning skills: Students must be able to independently develop coherent reasoning to identify distribution patterns and independently analyze the main processes involved.
119718 - CLIMATOLOGY
First Semester
6
GEO/12
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The aim of the course is to provide knowledge about the earth's climate on a global and regional scale in order to understand the climatic patterns and for a correct understanding of the dynamics and evolution of natural systems. At the end of the course students will have acquired the knowledge of the climate system thus supporting the understanding of dynamics and evolution of natural phenomena. Students will enrich their knowledge with a critical sense and responsibility, comparing themselves with different sources. They will develop learning skills such as to be able to carry out, autonomously, in-depth analysis of both standard and innovative methodologies for analysing climate phenomena.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the course students will have acquired the knowledge of the climate system thus supporting the understanding of dynamics and evolution of natural phenomena. Students will enrich their knowledge with a critical sense and responsibility, comparing themselves with different sources. They will develop learning skills such as to be able to carry out, autonomously, in-depth analysis of both standard and innovative methodologies for analysing climate phenomena.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: Through lectures, practical activities in the field and laboratory activities in the computing room, students will acquire ability for collecting, processing and analysing (through statistical methods) meteorological and oceanographic data to extract climatological information. Students will have to acquire adequate skills in instrumental techniques, analysis and interpretation of the main meteo-oceanographic parameters, in order to analyse the Global Change scenario using a multidisciplinary approach.
3) Making judgements: At the end of the training, students must be able to evaluate and face the causes and effects of Climate Change with adequate skills, competences and critical sense by using meteo-oceanographic data (coming from in-situ measures, remote sensing imageries, numerical models) at global and regional scale.
4) Communication skills: Students must be able to master the arguments provided during the course with an appropriate scientific language.
5) Learning skills: Students must be able to apply the knowledge acquired, during the lectures and field/laboratory activities, to the study of Global Change and to autonomously study the main aspects of climatology.
118938 - HYDROGEOLOGY
First Semester
6
GEO/05
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the course are the comprehension of the main hydrogeological processes for the management and protection of groundwater resources. Students will be introduced to the understanding of how water gets into the ground (recharge), how it flows in the subsurface (through aquifers), how groundwater interacts with the surrounding soil and rock (the geology) and how flows out in different ways (different kinds of springs). For the understanding of these processes the hydrogeological features, interaction between surface water and groundwater and chemical-physical parameters will be analysed in the framework of protection and sustainable management of water resources.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity the student will acquire knowledge about the main hydrogeological features of rocks and soils, about the mechanisms governing groundwater flow circulation and distributions and about water quality. The student will be also able to classify different types of aquifer and spring categories, and he/she will be able to analyse the relationship between groundwater and other water bodies (rivers, lakes, sea, etc.). The student will be able to understand the principle of sustainable exploitation and vulnerability of groundwater also in the framework of current legislation.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: At the end of training activity, the student must demonstrate to be able to: read and analyze a hydrogeological map; critically analyse hydrodynamic aquifer parameters, carry out a piezometric map also defining the main features, classify waters basing on their chemical-physical characteristics, the student must be able to evaluate vulnerability and degree of exploitation of groundwater resources.
3) Making judgements: The student through the topics discussed during the course and during cartographic, numerical, and practical exercises will be able to make an individual judgment about groundwater flow circulation, groundwater quality and and degree of exploitation, dealing with different settings and environments concerning many aspects about the hydrogeology of an area.
4)Communication skills: The student will acquire an appropriate technical language both during theoretical lessons and tutorial activities, necessary to interact with specialists involved in analyses, management and planning of activities in hydrogeological and environmental fields. The communication skills will be verified during class discussions and the oral examination.
5) Learning skills: The student must demonstrate to be able to analyse hydrogeological features of a territory even if the settings are different from those considered during classes. The student mut also be able to define the key hydrogeological features of an environment useful to protect, monitor and correct manage groundwater resources.
18448 - INTERNSHIP
First Semester
3
MODULE II
-
-
-
-
GOVERNANCE OF THE ENVIRONMENT
6
AGR/05
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course aims to provide knowledge and skills on environmental governance in a multidisciplinary perspective based on the integration of regulatory instruments and successful solutions with the aim of reaching that level of cultural and scientific depth Necessary to provide the graduate with the ability to contribute concrete responses to the ongoing environmental crisis. The central theme is therefore effective nature-based solutions for ecological transition in line with the Sustainable Development Goals, promoted by the 2030 Agenda, and other agreements/strategies for the protection of the global or continental environment, as the Green New Deal.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: The student, during the course, will acquire the theoretical knowledge to understand and address complex problems in environmental governance through an analysis of anthropogenic factors responsible for the environmental crisis and regulatory solutions implemented for a sustainable future. Particular emphasis will be given to the analysis of the dynamics of propagation of anthropogenic disturbance factors and solutions to limit their impact between the different geographical scales, from global to local, and vice versa.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: These skills will be pursued through an integrated teaching process involving theoretical lectures, case studies and laboratory activities in classrooms equipped for exercises. In particular, the student will be able to understand and apply in concrete cases the sector legislation with particular reference to biodiversity conservation, climate mitigation and sustainable use of natural resources.
3) Making judgements: The student will be introduced to complex contexts of governance of territory, including problems that are difficult or impossible to solve, as the underlying requirements for their solution are contradictory, incomplete and constantly changing (Wicked problems).
4) Communication skills: The student will acquire skills aimed at involving citizenship in the governance of the territory. These skills will be developed through the writing of reports and/or projects to be presented during the examination.
5) Learning skills:
The student will acquire competence in using an active methodology aimed at creating a favorable teaching environment-Learning also through the conscious use of digital technologies such as Scopus and Scholar to develop the student’s lifelong learning skills.
120390 - BIOLOGICAL EVOLUTION AND BIOGEOGRAPHY
-
12
-
-
Learning objectives
Module B: Biological Evolution
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The aim of the course is to deepen the understanding of the most important evolutionary theories, the mechanisms of evolutionary change, and the significance of both historical and contemporary evolutionary processes in generating and shaping the structure of biological diversity at all levels of organization. Additionally, knowledge will be provided on the applications of evolutionary biology principles and methods to fields such as natural resource exploitation and management, nature conservation, climate change biology, invasion biology, medicine, and agriculture.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: Understand how evolutionary processes operate and interact over time and space, influencing biodiversity and species adaptation.
2) Applyng knowledge and understanding: (a) Apply evolutionary analysis methods and tools to interpret biological data, such as phylogenetic analyses and population genetics studies; (b) develop the ability to design and conduct experiments to test evolutionary hypotheses, analyzing and interpreting the results obtained.
3) Making judgements: The knowledge and practical application will enable critical evaluation of different evolutionary theories and the scientific evidence supporting them.
4) Communication skills: The knowledge and practical application will also provide the means to clearly and effectively communicate evolutionary biology concepts and experimental results to both specialist and non-specialist audiences, using appropriate communication tools, including scientific articles, oral presentations, and posters.
5) Learning skills: Learning ability will be assessed through exercises and presentations of scientific work, demonstrating the level of understanding of the topics covered and the ability to adapt and integrate new knowledge and emerging techniques in the field of evolutionary biology.
MODULE II
6
BIO/07
Learning objectives
Module B: Biological Evolution
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The aim of the course is to deepen the understanding of the most important evolutionary theories, the mechanisms of evolutionary change, and the significance of both historical and contemporary evolutionary processes in generating and shaping the structure of biological diversity at all levels of organization. Additionally, knowledge will be provided on the applications of evolutionary biology principles and methods to fields such as natural resource exploitation and management, nature conservation, climate change biology, invasion biology, medicine, and agriculture.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: Understand how evolutionary processes operate and interact over time and space, influencing biodiversity and species adaptation.
2) Applyng knowledge and understanding: (a) Apply evolutionary analysis methods and tools to interpret biological data, such as phylogenetic analyses and population genetics studies; (b) develop the ability to design and conduct experiments to test evolutionary hypotheses, analyzing and interpreting the results obtained.
3) Making judgements: The knowledge and practical application will enable critical evaluation of different evolutionary theories and the scientific evidence supporting them.
4) Communication skills: The knowledge and practical application will also provide the means to clearly and effectively communicate evolutionary biology concepts and experimental results to both specialist and non-specialist audiences, using appropriate communication tools, including scientific articles, oral presentations, and posters.
5) Learning skills: Learning ability will be assessed through exercises and presentations of scientific work, demonstrating the level of understanding of the topics covered and the ability to adapt and integrate new knowledge and emerging techniques in the field of evolutionary biology.
MODULE II
-
-
-
-
CLIMATE CHANGE AND REWILDING
6
AGR/05
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The aim of the course is to provide the student with the knowledge necessary to understand the impact of global changes on the functioning of ecosystems and to design restoration projects. The student will acquire the ability to recognize the level of naturalness of ecosystems (eg old-growth forests, managed forests, degraded forests), to monitor the impact of climate change or other degradation factors such as alien species. At the end of the course, the student will have acquired knowledge of the main factors responsible for Global Change. He will also have developed skills and competencies in assessing the level of naturalness of terrestrial ecosystems and their functionality in the face of climate change. Finally, he will be able to understand the role of rewilding in the ecological transition by developing skills and competencies in measuring the contribution of these territories in mitigating climate change and combating the loss of biodiversity.
During the course, students will be stimulated to develop independent judgment through exercises on real cases of rewilding and communication skills with specific reference to the issues of global changes with the aim of developing skills in planning interventions to conserve and restore biodiversity.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity, the student will have acquired knowledge of the main factors responsible for the environmental crisis in progress on different scales from global to local. It will also be able to understand the role of rewilding in ecological transition. He will also gain knowledge of the principles of the dendroecological method.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity, the student will be able to: know the basic terminology used to deal with the ecology of global change and understand the texts on this subject; To understand the different factors influencing global change and their impact on the composition, structure and functionality of ecosystems and populations; To know strategies for adapting or mitigating global change from the macro-ecological scale to the local scale. He will also be able to apply knowledge and understanding in analyzing the different factors of global change, assess their impact on ecosystems and then propose solutions to regenerate natural processes.
3) Making judgements: At the end of the training activity, the student will be able to make a judgment on the natural state of ecosystems by evaluating the impact of global changes in order to propose solutions to remove or reduce the impact of man in the context of governance for nature.
4) Communication skills: The student will acquire the ability to effectively communicate issues related to the environmental crisis in place motivating the solutions necessary for nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.
5) Learning skills: During the course, students will be encouraged to develop autonomy of judgment and ability to learn independently through direct involvement in classroom activities and exercises. In the field of judgement, he will learn to make scientific assumptions to help find effective solutions to environmental crises. During the course, the student will be guided in the research and analysis of the latest scientific literature on the subject with the aim of stimulating the development of learning ability.
GEOPEDOLOGY
6
AGR/14
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The main objective of the teaching is to provide the knowledge required to interpret the genesis and evolution of a soil and its connection to the landscape. The basis for understanding soil formation processes and their relationships with environmental (climate, geology, morphology) and anthropic (land use and management) factors will be provided. The student will learn the basics of understanding the spatial distribution of soils and their temporal evolution within the landscape, by means of practical examples of soil map interpretation and soil-landscape reading.
EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: The student will have to demonstrate that he/she has learnt and understood the main aspects of soil science, i.e. (i) the chemical, physical and hydrological characteristics of soils; (ii) the recognition and characterisation of soil horizons, as well as the recognition of the pedogenetic processes; (iii) the pedogenetic factors influencing the evolution of a soil and the distribution of major soil types in the world; (iv) the principles of soil taxonomy and soil mapping; (v) the ecosystem functions of soil and the risks of degradation to which it is subject.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: The student will be able to use acquired knowledge to: i) describe the main characteristics of a soil profile and the associated pedogenetic processes, understanding the links between environmental characteristics and chemical-physical and hydrological characteristics; ii) understand the location of a certain soil type within a landscape and its geographical limits related to variations in pedogenetic factors; iii) understand and quantify the forms of soil degradation (e.g. erosion, compaction)
3) Making judgements: the student must be able to independently recognise a certain soil type and the soil processes present. He/she must also know how to set up a soil survey and a description of a soil profile or augering, as well as interpret a soil map or a soil description and analysis data.
4) Communication skills: The student should have the ability to explain the acquired knowledge in a simple and comprehensive manner, also trying to link the basics of mineralogy-chemistry and soil physics, with more complex topics such as ecosystem services and forms of soil degradation.
5) Learning skills: The student is expected to refer to the teaching syllabus and lecture schedule of the course, delving into the various topics addressed through the handouts provided by the lecturer, consultation of recommended texts and publications of national and international relevance.
CONSERVATION OF BIODIVERSITY
6
BIO/07
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course aims at providing the students with a broad and scientifically correct understanding of the structure of biodiversity, the mechanisms that generate and maintain it, and the human-induced effects that threaten its persistence over time. Since the levels of biodiversity organisation are highly interdependent with one another and cascading effects are typically associated with human impacts, the course aims to develop students' abilities to make connections across multiple levels. To this end, the lectures are structured in a theoretical part and a practical one that involves, for example, the examination of numerous case studies.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: The students will acquire advanced knowledge on the management strategies to deal with various problems that impact biodiversity. This objective is reflected in the organization of the program, which requires students to comprehend the hierarchical scale of biodiversity organization, from the genetic level to population and species up to the ecosystem and global levels.
2) Applied knowledge and understanding: The knowledge acquired will be applied to the ecological mechanisms that allow evaluating the state and functioning of ecosystems and biodiversity. Comprehension abilities will be stimulated by encouraging students to deal with complex and multi-scale disciplines and problems.
3) Making judgements: The interdisciplinary and multilevel nature of this course, including the analyses of the case studies that will be discussed during the lectures and the field work, will allow students to fuel their ability to formulate independent evaluations and bridge across different concepts.
4) Communication skills: These skills will be developed by stimulating interventions during the lectures and in the coordination of the group activities, including Journal Clubs, and refined during field exercises.
5) Learning skills: The concepts that the students will learn during the course, and their connections, will stimulate a “learning-by-reasoning” process, essential to fully understand the ecological mechanisms involved in impacts identification and mitigation.
118943 - FINAL TEST
Second Semester
4
CHOICE GROUPS
YEAR/SEMESTER
CFU
SSD
LANGUAGE
MODULE II
-
6
-
-
120392 - GOVERNANCE OF THE ENVIRONMENT
Third Year / First Semester
6
AGR/05
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course aims to provide knowledge and skills on environmental governance in a multidisciplinary perspective based on the integration of regulatory instruments and successful solutions with the aim of reaching that level of cultural and scientific depth Necessary to provide the graduate with the ability to contribute concrete responses to the ongoing environmental crisis. The central theme is therefore effective nature-based solutions for ecological transition in line with the Sustainable Development Goals, promoted by the 2030 Agenda, and other agreements/strategies for the protection of the global or continental environment, as the Green New Deal.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: The student, during the course, will acquire the theoretical knowledge to understand and address complex problems in environmental governance through an analysis of anthropogenic factors responsible for the environmental crisis and regulatory solutions implemented for a sustainable future. Particular emphasis will be given to the analysis of the dynamics of propagation of anthropogenic disturbance factors and solutions to limit their impact between the different geographical scales, from global to local, and vice versa.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: These skills will be pursued through an integrated teaching process involving theoretical lectures, case studies and laboratory activities in classrooms equipped for exercises. In particular, the student will be able to understand and apply in concrete cases the sector legislation with particular reference to biodiversity conservation, climate mitigation and sustainable use of natural resources.
3) Making judgements: The student will be introduced to complex contexts of governance of territory, including problems that are difficult or impossible to solve, as the underlying requirements for their solution are contradictory, incomplete and constantly changing (Wicked problems).
4) Communication skills: The student will acquire skills aimed at involving citizenship in the governance of the territory. These skills will be developed through the writing of reports and/or projects to be presented during the examination.
5) Learning skills:
The student will acquire competence in using an active methodology aimed at creating a favorable teaching environment-Learning also through the conscious use of digital technologies such as Scopus and Scholar to develop the student’s lifelong learning skills.
118950 - CLIMATE CHANGE AND REWILDING
Third Year / Second Semester
6
AGR/05
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The aim of the course is to provide the student with the knowledge necessary to understand the impact of global changes on the functioning of ecosystems and to design restoration projects. The student will acquire the ability to recognize the level of naturalness of ecosystems (eg old-growth forests, managed forests, degraded forests), to monitor the impact of climate change or other degradation factors such as alien species. At the end of the course, the student will have acquired knowledge of the main factors responsible for Global Change. He will also have developed skills and competencies in assessing the level of naturalness of terrestrial ecosystems and their functionality in the face of climate change. Finally, he will be able to understand the role of rewilding in the ecological transition by developing skills and competencies in measuring the contribution of these territories in mitigating climate change and combating the loss of biodiversity.
During the course, students will be stimulated to develop independent judgment through exercises on real cases of rewilding and communication skills with specific reference to the issues of global changes with the aim of developing skills in planning interventions to conserve and restore biodiversity.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity, the student will have acquired knowledge of the main factors responsible for the environmental crisis in progress on different scales from global to local. It will also be able to understand the role of rewilding in ecological transition. He will also gain knowledge of the principles of the dendroecological method.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity, the student will be able to: know the basic terminology used to deal with the ecology of global change and understand the texts on this subject; To understand the different factors influencing global change and their impact on the composition, structure and functionality of ecosystems and populations; To know strategies for adapting or mitigating global change from the macro-ecological scale to the local scale. He will also be able to apply knowledge and understanding in analyzing the different factors of global change, assess their impact on ecosystems and then propose solutions to regenerate natural processes.
3) Making judgements: At the end of the training activity, the student will be able to make a judgment on the natural state of ecosystems by evaluating the impact of global changes in order to propose solutions to remove or reduce the impact of man in the context of governance for nature.
4) Communication skills: The student will acquire the ability to effectively communicate issues related to the environmental crisis in place motivating the solutions necessary for nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.
5) Learning skills: During the course, students will be encouraged to develop autonomy of judgment and ability to learn independently through direct involvement in classroom activities and exercises. In the field of judgement, he will learn to make scientific assumptions to help find effective solutions to environmental crises. During the course, the student will be guided in the research and analysis of the latest scientific literature on the subject with the aim of stimulating the development of learning ability.
119010 -
GEOPEDOLOGY
Third Year / Second Semester
6
AGR/14
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The main objective of the teaching is to provide the knowledge required to interpret the genesis and evolution of a soil and its connection to the landscape. The basis for understanding soil formation processes and their relationships with environmental (climate, geology, morphology) and anthropic (land use and management) factors will be provided. The student will learn the basics of understanding the spatial distribution of soils and their temporal evolution within the landscape, by means of practical examples of soil map interpretation and soil-landscape reading.
EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: The student will have to demonstrate that he/she has learnt and understood the main aspects of soil science, i.e. (i) the chemical, physical and hydrological characteristics of soils; (ii) the recognition and characterisation of soil horizons, as well as the recognition of the pedogenetic processes; (iii) the pedogenetic factors influencing the evolution of a soil and the distribution of major soil types in the world; (iv) the principles of soil taxonomy and soil mapping; (v) the ecosystem functions of soil and the risks of degradation to which it is subject.
2) Applying knowledge and understanding: The student will be able to use acquired knowledge to: i) describe the main characteristics of a soil profile and the associated pedogenetic processes, understanding the links between environmental characteristics and chemical-physical and hydrological characteristics; ii) understand the location of a certain soil type within a landscape and its geographical limits related to variations in pedogenetic factors; iii) understand and quantify the forms of soil degradation (e.g. erosion, compaction)
3) Making judgements: the student must be able to independently recognise a certain soil type and the soil processes present. He/she must also know how to set up a soil survey and a description of a soil profile or augering, as well as interpret a soil map or a soil description and analysis data.
4) Communication skills: The student should have the ability to explain the acquired knowledge in a simple and comprehensive manner, also trying to link the basics of mineralogy-chemistry and soil physics, with more complex topics such as ecosystem services and forms of soil degradation.
5) Learning skills: The student is expected to refer to the teaching syllabus and lecture schedule of the course, delving into the various topics addressed through the handouts provided by the lecturer, consultation of recommended texts and publications of national and international relevance.
17516 - CONSERVATION OF BIODIVERSITY
Third Year / Second Semester
6
BIO/07
Learning objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The course aims at providing the students with a broad and scientifically correct understanding of the structure of biodiversity, the mechanisms that generate and maintain it, and the human-induced effects that threaten its persistence over time. Since the levels of biodiversity organisation are highly interdependent with one another and cascading effects are typically associated with human impacts, the course aims to develop students' abilities to make connections across multiple levels. To this end, the lectures are structured in a theoretical part and a practical one that involves, for example, the examination of numerous case studies.
EXPECTED TRAINING RESULTS
1) Knowledge and understanding: The students will acquire advanced knowledge on the management strategies to deal with various problems that impact biodiversity. This objective is reflected in the organization of the program, which requires students to comprehend the hierarchical scale of biodiversity organization, from the genetic level to population and species up to the ecosystem and global levels.
2) Applied knowledge and understanding: The knowledge acquired will be applied to the ecological mechanisms that allow evaluating the state and functioning of ecosystems and biodiversity. Comprehension abilities will be stimulated by encouraging students to deal with complex and multi-scale disciplines and problems.
3) Making judgements: The interdisciplinary and multilevel nature of this course, including the analyses of the case studies that will be discussed during the lectures and the field work, will allow students to fuel their ability to formulate independent evaluations and bridge across different concepts.
4) Communication skills: These skills will be developed by stimulating interventions during the lectures and in the coordination of the group activities, including Journal Clubs, and refined during field exercises.
5) Learning skills: The concepts that the students will learn during the course, and their connections, will stimulate a “learning-by-reasoning” process, essential to fully understand the ecological mechanisms involved in impacts identification and mitigation.
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