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SUBJECT	SEMESTER	CFU	SSD	LANGUAGE
17697 - FOREST GENETICS AND BIOTECHNOLOGY	-	12	-	-	Learning objectives AIMS Let the student know the nature, modification, functioning and transmission of genetic information of living organisms, with particular reference to forest trees. Provide the principles and methods for assessing the genetic variability of forest species for its use in tree improvement. EXPECTED RESULTS After completing the course, students must demonstrate that they: 1) have acquired the tools for the analysis of the transmission and recombination of hereditary characters; 2) are able to interpret the results of genetic crosses; 3) have acquired knowledge on the molecular mechanisms of gene regulation in forest trees; 4) have acquired the principles and the methods for the study of genetic variability of forest trees; 5) are able to analyse the effects of inbreeding and evolution factors on the genetic structure of natural populations of forest trees; 6) have acquired the principles and the methods for the study of quantitative traits in forest tree species; 7) have acquired knowledge on the basic principles of genetic improvement of forest trees.
MODULE II	First Semester	6	AGR/05		Learning objectives AIMS The course will introduce students to principles and experimental approaches, continuously evolving, of plant biotechnology. This course is intended to strengthen basic knowledge on plant biotechnology applied to forest trees (green biotechnologies, categories of biotech processes and products, model plants, plant tissue culture, recombinant methods, molecular tools), by offering a framework to approach current scientific problems (i.e. the use of transgenic trees) and also provide a basis for specialized studies in the field of in vitro clonal propagation, tree breeding and functional genomics. In the laboratory classes, students will perform some of the techniques currently used to obtain micro-propagated plants, callus cultures, and protoplasts of forest species, and to detect genetic variation. The key concepts of the course will be integrated in a series of case studies, and students will enhance their ability to apply them to novel situations in problem-solving sessions, especially devoted to the Mediterranean region. EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS Knowledge and understanding: at the end of the course students will have a thorough knowledge of the basic principles of forest biotechnology and of the modern techniques to obtain technological products (in vitro material characterized by clonal fidelity or somaclonal variants, secondary metabolites, transgenic and cisgenic trees, molecular tools for the study of genetic variability). Finally, they will have gained the ability to understand the potential use of biotech trees in order to increase the productivity of forest plantations also in disadvantaged environments (biotic and abiotic stress) or to use biotech trees for the recovery of barren lands (salinity, pollution); Applying knowledge and understanding: students will be encouraged to take advantage of the knowledge acquired during the course and during laboratory practice in order to apply them to specific issues such as, for example, the propagation of ameliorated genotypes or somaclonal variants resistant to biotic or abiotic stress or characterized by high wood productivity, as well as the conservation of endangered species or provenances; Making judgements: Students will be able to interpret and discuss scientific papers presented during class and be able to identify in them the highlights and key points; Communication skills: during the lessons it will be stimulated students' ability to think and discuss about the topics covered as well as the comparison of opinions to develop their communication skills. These skills will then be tested in the examination; Learning skills: students will be able to expose and develop scientific issues related to the course. The active involvement of students through oral classroom discussions and experiences in the laboratory practices, will develop that skill.
MODULE II	First Semester	6	AGR/07		Learning objectives AIMS Let the student know the nature, modification, functioning and transmission of genetic information of living organisms, with particular reference to forest trees. Provide the principles and methods for assessing the genetic variability of forest species for its use in tree improvement. EXPECTED RESULTS After completing the course, students must demonstrate that they: 1) have acquired the tools for the analysis of the transmission and recombination of hereditary characters; 2) are able to interpret the results of genetic crosses; 3) have acquired knowledge on the molecular mechanisms of gene regulation in forest trees; 4) have acquired the principles and the methods for the study of genetic variability of forest trees; 5) are able to analyse the effects of inbreeding and evolution factors on the genetic structure of natural populations of forest trees; 6) have acquired the principles and the methods for the study of quantitative traits in forest tree species; 7) have acquired knowledge on the basic principles of genetic improvement of forest trees.
17926 - FOREST ECOPHYSIOLOGY	First Semester	6	AGR/05		Learning objectives OBJECTIVES: To know the environmental constrains of the main physiological processes, at tree and stand levels; to understand the acclimation responses to climate changes and to water scarcity; to gain familiarity with techniques and methodological approaches used in tree ecophysiology EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES knowledge and understanding • A scientific based knowledge and understanding of the acclimation and adaptation of plant traits as response to the environmental conditions. • An updated knowledge and understanding of the environmental drivers of carbon, water and nutrient cycles in plant and forest ecosystems. • A basic knowledge and understanding of the process-based models as scaling tools applying knowledge and understanding - defining proper strategies and plans to improve the resilience of the forest ecosystems, also in a context of climate changes - defining monitoring plans to support the management of trees and forests - supporting screening strategies of resistant varieties and provenances of trees and shrubs, in reforestation programmes - supporting the sustainable management of forest ecosystems, analysing the main functional processes in response to the management practices making judgements - analyse the results of survey and monitoring activities, providing scientific supported interpretation of the most probable cause-effects relationships - interpret results of trials and pilot systems for the management or the re-establishments of trees and forest ecosystems/plantations communication skills - writes reports and prepares oral presentations on different subjects at professional and wide information levels - explain proposed solutions to specific management questions in a multidisciplinary context - presenting results of testing and experimental activities in scientific contexts learning skills - reading and understanding the international scientific literatures in the sector of forest and environmental relationships - new methods and tools for the functional analyses of plant and forests
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	First Semester	6	AGR/07		Learning objectives AIMS Let the student know the nature, modification, functioning and transmission of genetic information of living organisms, with particular reference to forest trees. Provide the principles and methods for assessing the genetic variability of forest species for its use in tree improvement. EXPECTED RESULTS After completing the course, students must demonstrate that they: 1) have acquired the tools for the analysis of the transmission and recombination of hereditary characters; 2) are able to interpret the results of genetic crosses; 3) have acquired knowledge on the molecular mechanisms of gene regulation in forest trees; 4) have acquired the principles and the methods for the study of genetic variability of forest trees; 5) are able to analyse the effects of inbreeding and evolution factors on the genetic structure of natural populations of forest trees; 6) have acquired the principles and the methods for the study of quantitative traits in forest tree species; 7) have acquired knowledge on the basic principles of genetic improvement of forest trees.
MONITORING TERRESTRIAL ECOSYSTEMS CARBON (ICOS)	First Semester	6	AGR/05		Learning objectives The course will provide the knowledge needed to design and implement a carbon monitoring system targeted to the specific ecosystem and research question/application. It will provide also the knowledge to find existing data and information from existing sources and critically evaluate them. EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES. 1) Knowledge and understanding: at the end of the course the student will have the necessary tools to define the best strategy to monitor the ecosystem carbon cycle, the different options available and the overall knowledge to monitor the terrestrial ecosystems carbon and other greenhouse gases (GHG) exchange with the atmosphere in context of climate change. 2) Applied knowledge and understanding: the course will provide the necessary cognitive tools to allow the choice of the most suitable techniques for the study of the ecosystem carbon and other GHGs balances and the options to correctly collect, organize, store and analyse the measurements. 3) Making judgments: once the training course is over, the student will have the tools for a strong autonomy of judgement on issues related to the interactions between climate, atmosphere and ecosystems in the context of the carbon exchange and sequestration and on the options available for the quantification and monitoring of the GHGs exchange in natural ecosystems.. 4) Communication skills: at the end of the training course, the student must demonstrate that he or she is able to communicate and discuss in a concise but effective way the issues dealt with during the course, demonstrating the ability to integrate the knowledge acquired. 5) Learning skills: at the end of the course the student must have learned the concepts and techniques addressed and know how to define limits and fundamentals.
REMOTE SENSING IN FOREST RESOURCE MANAGEMENT	First Semester	6	AGR/05		Learning objectives The course is designed to give an introduction on how to generate information from remote sensing data and how to analyse these data in a geographic information system, in order to map forest resources and monitor relevant changes in forest canopy cover. The course examines the basics of theoretical issues and image classification to help students understand and choose remote sensing solutions for forest classification and forest monitoring problems. The main topics are covered with many practical exercises of forest classification and forest change detection. Expected Learning outcomes: 1) Knowledge and understanding: comprehensive knowledge of the basics of theoretical issues behind optical remote sensing and image classification 2) Applied knowledge and understanding: ability to select, conceptualize, and implement image classification techniques of multispectral RS images in QGIS with respect to a given practical application in forest cover mapping and change detection 3) Making judgments: critical analysis and evaluation of the potentials and limitations of different image classification methods 4) Communication skills: Refined presentation skills of an own image classification project for forest applications 5) Learning skills: an own mental model for addressing simple tasks exercises of forest classification and forest change detection (competent practitioner of RS)
119721 - MONITORING FORESTS RESOURCES AND ECOSYSTEMS CARBON CYCLE	-	12	-	-	Learning objectives Remote sensing in forests resource management/ The course is designed to give an introduction on how to generate information from remote sensing data and how to analyse these data in a geographic information system, in order to map forest resources and monitor relevant changes in forest canopy cover. The course examines the basics of theoretical issues and image classification to help students understand and choose remote sensing solutions for forest classification and forest monitoring problems. The main topics are covered with many practical exercises of forest classification and forest change detection. Expected Learning outcomes: 1) Knowledge and understanding: comprehensive knowledge of the basics of theoretical issues behind optical remote sensing and image classification 2) Applied knowledge and understanding: ability to select, conceptualize, and implement image classification techniques of multispectral RS images in QGIS with respect to a given practical application in forest cover mapping and change detection 3) Making judgments: critical analysis and evaluation of the potentials and limitations of different image classification methods 4) Communication skills: Refined presentation skills of an own image classification project for forest applications 5) Learning skills: an own mental model for addressing simple tasks exercises of forest classification and forest change detection (competent practitioner of RS)
MODULE II	First Semester	6	AGR/05		Learning objectives Monitoring terrestrial ecosystems carbon cycle/ The course will provide the knowledge needed to design and implement a carbon monitoring system targeted to the specific ecosystem and research question/application. It will provide also the knowledge to find existing data and information from existing sources and critically evaluate them. EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES. 1) Knowledge and understanding: at the end of the course the student will have the necessary tools to define the best strategy to monitor the ecosystem carbon cycle, the different options available and the overall knowledge to monitor the terrestrial ecosystems carbon and other greenhouse gases (GHG) exchange with the atmosphere in context of climate change. 2) Applied knowledge and understanding: the course will provide the necessary cognitive tools to allow the choice of the most suitable techniques for the study of the ecosystem carbon and other GHGs balances and the options to correctly collect, organize, store and analyse the measurements. 3) Making judgments: once the training course is over, the student will have the tools for a strong autonomy of judgement on issues related to the interactions between climate, atmosphere and ecosystems in the context of the carbon exchange and sequestration and on the options available for the quantification and monitoring of the GHGs exchange in natural ecosystems.. 4) Communication skills: at the end of the training course, the student must demonstrate that he or she is able to communicate and discuss in a concise but effective way the issues dealt with during the course, demonstrating the ability to integrate the knowledge acquired. 5) Learning skills: at the end of the course the student must have learned the concepts and techniques addressed and know how to define limits and fundamentals. Remote sensing in forests resource management/ The course is designed to give an introduction on how to generate information from remote sensing data and how to analyse these data in a geographic information system, in order to map forest resources and monitor relevant changes in forest canopy cover. The course examines the basics of theoretical issues and image classification to help students understand and choose remote sensing solutions for forest classification and forest monitoring problems. The main topics are covered with many practical exercises of forest classification and forest change detection. Expected Learning outcomes: 1) Knowledge and understanding: comprehensive knowledge of the basics of theoretical issues behind optical remote sensing and image classification 2) Applied knowledge and understanding: ability to select, conceptualize, and implement image classification techniques of multispectral RS images in QGIS with respect to a given practical application in forest cover mapping and change detection 3) Making judgments: critical analysis and evaluation of the potentials and limitations of different image classification methods 4) Communication skills: Refined presentation skills of an own image classification project for forest applications 5) Learning skills: an own mental model for addressing simple tasks exercises of forest classification and forest change detection (competent practitioner of RS)
MODULE II	First Semester	6	AGR/05		Learning objectives Remote sensing in forests resource management/ The course is designed to give an introduction on how to generate information from remote sensing data and how to analyse these data in a geographic information system, in order to map forest resources and monitor relevant changes in forest canopy cover. The course examines the basics of theoretical issues and image classification to help students understand and choose remote sensing solutions for forest classification and forest monitoring problems. The main topics are covered with many practical exercises of forest classification and forest change detection. Expected Learning outcomes: 1) Knowledge and understanding: comprehensive knowledge of the basics of theoretical issues behind optical remote sensing and image classification 2) Applied knowledge and understanding: ability to select, conceptualize, and implement image classification techniques of multispectral RS images in QGIS with respect to a given practical application in forest cover mapping and change detection 3) Making judgments: critical analysis and evaluation of the potentials and limitations of different image classification methods 4) Communication skills: Refined presentation skills of an own image classification project for forest applications 5) Learning skills: an own mental model for addressing simple tasks exercises of forest classification and forest change detection (competent practitioner of RS)
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PROPAGATION OF WOODY PLANTS AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT	First Semester	2	AGR/05		Learning objectives Acquire the theoretical and practical bases for the propagation of woody plants belonging to species used in the green infrastructures. 1) Knowledge and understanding Students will be encouraged to take advantage of the knowledge acquired during the course and during laboratory practice in order to apply them (also in unfamiliar areas) to specific issues such as, for example, the propagation of productive tree plants for short rotation forestry (SFR) or ornamental woody plants, as well as historical trees. Students will be encouraged to work in interdisciplinary contexts in order to detect and solve problems related with the production of healthy plants for green infrastructures (landscape architectures, city planners, etc..). 2) Applying knowledge and understanding At the end of the course, students will have a thorough knowledge of the principles of woody plant propagation to the obtainment of healthy plant material for SRF and green infrastructures. The students will be able to develop protocols for the propagation of woody species not included in the course on the base of the acquired knowledge in order to obtain woody plants suitable for the productive, environmental, historical and cultural contexts where they will work. 3) Making judgements Students will be able to interpret and discuss scientific papers presented during the course and be able to identify in them the highlights and key points, as well as make judgments even with incomplete data. 4) Communication skills During the lessons, it will be stimulated students' ability to think and discuss about the topics covered, as well as the comparison of opinions to develop their communication skills. These skills will then be tested in the examination in order to ameliorate the future communication skills of the students towards specialist and non-specialist interlocutors in relation to the approaches used and the results obtained. 5) Learning skills Students will be able to expose and develop scientific issues related to the course. The active involvement of students through oral classroom discussions and experiences in the laboratory practices will develop those skills.
MANAGEMENT OF FORESTS AND AGROFOREST SOILS	First Semester	6	AGR/14		Learning objectives KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Conduct basic field analyzes of forest and agricultural soils, including description of soil profiles and soil shapes, classification and basic description of the study site. Understand the basic properties and processes of forest and agricultural soils and their relationships with tree growth / site productivity. Know the effects of forest management practices on forest soil properties and processes and how to use silvicultural techniques to influence soil properties and processes to improve productivity and sustainability. APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Ability to recognize the correct type of management to be applied in relation to the type of ecosystem. Pedological investigation to establish the connection between the different types of soil, vegetation and management. Application of pedological survey methodologies: identification of homogeneous areas for pedogenesis factors and analysis and description of a soil profile. Ability to recognize the main types of environmental management. MAKING JUDGMENT Being able to interpret the processes that occur in a forest and agricultural ecosystem. Ability to evaluate the characteristics of the environment. Ability to evaluate forest and agricultural lands in relation to the type of management. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Being able to expose scientific topics with clarity and synthesis. LEARNING SKILLS Being able to describe topics related to the management of forest and agroforestry soils in written and / or oral form. This skill will be developed through the active involvement of students through oral class and field discussions on specific topics related to the course.
118983 - INVASIVE FOREST PATHOGENS AND GLOBAL CHANGES	Second Semester	6	AGR/12		Learning objectives Invasive Forest Pathogens and Global Changes course approaches the International context of Plant Protection and, specifically, of protection of forests within global change scenarios, including climatic changes and biological invasions. The course aims to provide the single elements that make the complex picture of prevention, monitoring, diagnosis, and control of forest pathogens, considering, time by time, the issues of international agreements, regulations, and the new frontiers of prevention, new diagnostic tools, and the advances in knowledge on biological invasions. a) Knowledge and understanding. The course will provide the students with the concepts and information needed to develop the single issues and integrate them within the general context of plant protection. Through an analytical process, open discussions, and the stimulation of the attitude to the analysis, the students will be able to assimilate and elaborate on the issues and to collocate them within the complex context of plant protection, integrating ecological, biological concepts with socio-economic ones. b) Applying knowledge and understanding; the body of information on a specific topic that the student will receive through an interactive and practical approach will allow perceiving the applicability into the professional activity at the national and international levels. Moreover the course includes several practical activities specifically for laboratory diagnostics. c) Making judgments; the interactive teaching method based on the framing of the general topics, and their development through practical examples and class braining storms, will stimulate the student skills in elaborating their own judgment. d) Communication skills; the body of information and concepts provided by the course will enable the student to efficiently communicate the topic of biosecurity in forest protection and the complex of agreements and rules that regulate the quarantine system at a global level. e) Learning skills. The use of a teaching approach based on general concepts and practical activities (literature reading, laboratory activities) helps the students in the process of learning and concepts assimilation.
17927 - MONITORING SOIL QUALITY	Second Semester	6	AGR/13		Learning objectives Aims of the course: 1. To present soil as a living, dynamic, vulnerable resource 2. To introduce the concept of soil quality, health and security 3. To present a basic set of indicators to monitor soil quality 4. To suggest how to choose the right indicators in relation to specific case studies in forest environment
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SOIL POLLUTION AND MONITORING	First Semester	6	AGR/13		Learning objectives 1 - COURSE OBJECTIVES The aim of the course is to present the soil as a proper ecosystem, and to make students capable of understanding and predicting: i) the behaviour and fate of natural and xenobiotic compounds (contaminants/pollutants) in soils after accidental or deliberate additions; ii) the possible effects of these compounds on soil ecosystems; iii) the possible resilience of soils upon pollution. To achieve this objective, information will be provided on soil abiotic and biotic components, the relative physical, chemical and biochemical properties, and the mutual interactions and relationships (minerals-microbes-plants) to achieve the targets mentioned. Information will also be supplied on the nature and features of main soil contaminants/pollutants. Various approaches in monitoring natural and polluted soil ecosystems will also be illustrated together with some remediation technologies. 2 - LEARNING OUTCOMES KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Students should demonstrate: - The knowledge of the various components of natural soils and the interactions between these components. - The knowledge of the physical, chemical and physicochemical principles affecting the interactions between natural and anthropic compounds (e.g. contaminants/pollutants) with the diverse soil components. - The knowledge of the natural and polluted soil monitoring approaches and systems (traditional vs innovative) and soil remediation technologies. ABILITY TO USE KNOWLEDGE AND COMPREHENSION Students should demonstrate integration and application of the information assimilated in the course in specific contexts such as: - Identification of natural vs contaminated/polluted soil ecosystems. - Analysis of perturbed soil ecosystems to understand the dynamics and fate of contaminants/pollutants and the effects on biota. - Identification of suitable monitoring systems to assess the presence of contaminants/pollutants in soil ecosystems. - Identification of appropriate remediation technologies to recover distinctly contaminated/polluted soils. MAKING JUDGEMENT Students should demonstrate the capacity of evaluating information resulting from observations and measurements (monitoring) to assess the extent of soil perturbation and possible actions to make. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Students should show: - Active listening during the course. - Situation analysis of different ecosystems, catching the main features characterising natural vs perturbed soils. - Synthetic but persuasive argumentation of concepts, dynamics and processes in soil ecosystems as described in the course, demonstrating technological competency. - Public speaking with respect. LEARNING SKILLS - Analytical-thinking and text interpretation of the various materials provided in the course to achieve suitable knowledge of natural and polluted soil ecosystems - Curiosity in understanding the causes of events occurring in perturbed soils, relative to the natural ones - Open-mindedness towards other opinions, with critical thinking and without prejudices.
TREES AND PLANTS TO IMPROVE AIR QUALITY OF URBAN AREAS	First Semester	6	AGR/05
	First Semester	6	AGR/06		Learning objectives Bioindustry in forest-wood chain. Knowledge of wood cascade use and exploitation of biomass to produce traditional and innovative wood-based composites. Wood improvements chracateristics by eco-frIendly and susitainable modification. All the topic will be related to regulations and to European technical standards (EN).New wood polymer composites
MICROPROPAGATION OF WOODY PLANTS	First Semester	6	AGR/05		Learning objectives Acquire the theoretical and practical bases for the propagation of woody plants belonging to species used in the green infrastructures. 1) Knowledge and understanding Students will be encouraged to take advantage of the knowledge acquired during the course and during laboratory practice in order to apply them (also in unfamiliar areas) to specific issues such as, for example, the propagation of productive tree plants for short rotation forestry (SFR) or ornamental woody plants, as well as historical trees. Students will be encouraged to work in interdisciplinary contexts in order to detect and solve problems related with the production of healthy plants for green infrastructures (landscape architectures, city planners, etc..). 2) Applying knowledge and understanding At the end of the course, students will have a thorough knowledge of the principles of woody plant propagation to the obtainment of healthy plant material for SRF and green infrastructures. The students will be able to develop protocols for the propagation of woody species not included in the course on the base of the acquired knowledge in order to obtain woody plants suitable for the productive, environmental, historical and cultural contexts where they will work. 3) Making judgements Students will be able to interpret and discuss scientific papers presented during the course and be able to identify in them the highlights and key points, as well as make judgments even with incomplete data. 4) Communication skills During the lessons, it will be stimulated students' ability to think and discuss about the topics covered, as well as the comparison of opinions to develop their communication skills. These skills will then be tested in the examination in order to ameliorate the future communication skills of the students towards specialist and non-specialist interlocutors in relation to the approaches used and the results obtained. 5) Learning skills Students will be able to expose and develop scientific issues related to the course. The active involvement of students through oral classroom discussions and experiences in the laboratory practices will develop those skills.
PROPAGATION OF WOODY PLANTS AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT	First Semester	2	AGR/05		Learning objectives Acquire the theoretical and practical bases for the propagation of woody plants belonging to species used in the green infrastructures. 1) Knowledge and understanding Students will be encouraged to take advantage of the knowledge acquired during the course and during laboratory practice in order to apply them (also in unfamiliar areas) to specific issues such as, for example, the propagation of productive tree plants for short rotation forestry (SFR) or ornamental woody plants, as well as historical trees. Students will be encouraged to work in interdisciplinary contexts in order to detect and solve problems related with the production of healthy plants for green infrastructures (landscape architectures, city planners, etc..). 2) Applying knowledge and understanding At the end of the course, students will have a thorough knowledge of the principles of woody plant propagation to the obtainment of healthy plant material for SRF and green infrastructures. The students will be able to develop protocols for the propagation of woody species not included in the course on the base of the acquired knowledge in order to obtain woody plants suitable for the productive, environmental, historical and cultural contexts where they will work. 3) Making judgements Students will be able to interpret and discuss scientific papers presented during the course and be able to identify in them the highlights and key points, as well as make judgments even with incomplete data. 4) Communication skills During the lessons, it will be stimulated students' ability to think and discuss about the topics covered, as well as the comparison of opinions to develop their communication skills. These skills will then be tested in the examination in order to ameliorate the future communication skills of the students towards specialist and non-specialist interlocutors in relation to the approaches used and the results obtained. 5) Learning skills Students will be able to expose and develop scientific issues related to the course. The active involvement of students through oral classroom discussions and experiences in the laboratory practices will develop those skills.
URBAN FORESTRY	First Semester	6	AGR/05		Learning objectives EDUCATIONAL GOALS The course will introduce students to the principles and experimental approaches of the forestry discipline applied in an urban environment. This course aims to strengthen the basic knowledge of classical forestry and demonstrate how various techniques can be applied to an urban environment, offering a framework to address and solve current scientific problems (e.g. extreme events related to extreme climate change) and provide a basis for specialized studies in soil science and ecology. In particular, the course aims to provide the necessary skills to operate in the urban green sector. EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING: Have developed knowledge of classical forestry principles adapted to an urban environment, principles of ecology, soil science, and hydrology, so as to be able to examine and solve complex planning and management problems in an urban forest environment. APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING: Have an understanding of experimental approaches and know how to apply them to specific problems of urban forestry. In particular, knowing how to apply methodologies for the analysis, monitoring, and management planning of forest systems and green areas in an urban environment. MAKING JUDGMENTS: Being able to interpret the various problems encountered by vegetation in urban and peri-urban areas and to be able to identify the advantages deriving from correct management of urban green areas. COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Learn the rigor of reasoning with the use of formulas and graphs. In particular, the student learns to present his arguments and the results of his study or work in written, verbal or multimedia form, with particular reference to the elaboration and presentation of projects and plans concerning the management of urban green areas. LEARNING SKILLS: Being able to describe scientific topics concerning vegetation and soil in an urban environment, both in written and oral form. This ability will be developed through the active involvement of students through oral discussions in the classroom, written exercises, tutorials and seminars on specific topics related to the course.
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR CLIMATE-SMART FORESTRY	First Semester	6	AGR/05
119722 - SILVICULTURE OF MEDITERRANEAN AND TEMPERATE FORESTS	Second Semester	7	AGR/05		Learning objectives The course forms part of the field of knowledge of the multi-purpose and sustainable management of the forest resources and the utilization of wood and non wood-based products. The course will provide students with the knowledge on corology, ecology and silviculture of the main forest species in Europe, in the perspective to apply this knowledge to the management of complex territorial systems. Students completing the course will develop a good ability to: - choose of the best silvicultural system to achieve the forest management objectives. - evaluate the effects of silvicultural systems on the forest attitude to provide specific goods and services. - estimate the ecological and social consequences of forest management at a territorial scale. 1. Knowledge and understanding. To develop during the lessons the knowledge on the characteristics of the main Mediterranean and temperate forests in an integrated perspective with ecological and silvicultural aspects. Ability to understand the evolving dynamics of forest systems, both natural and/or man-made, in relation to the objectives of sustainable forest management. 2. Applying knowledge and understanding. Ability to apply knowledge and understanding in order to define culture criteria and modalities for adaptive forest management of forest formations. To be able to apply methodologies for analysis and planning of forest management systems on a territorial scale. Describe and provide scientific and application topics related to the various forest management issues. 3. Making judgement. Being able to develop interdisciplinary connection skills and critical discussion of course content. Develop critical interpretation skills and discussion of experiences or experimental results in the forestry sector similar to those discussed during lessons. 4. Communication skills. Ability to communicate with clarity and conviction the forestry knowledge acquired during the course or through the analysis of scientific articles or other publications in the forestry sector. These skills will be developed through the active involvement of students in class discussions or during practice sessions on different forest issues. 5. Learning skills Condition for successful learning skills is to develop the ability to re-organise and synthesize in autonomy the interdisciplinary knowledge on forest science to be applied to the silviculture of Mediterranean and temperate forests.
14366 - OPTIONAL COURSES	Second Semester	12
15912 - INTERNSHIP IN RESEARCH LABORATORIES, ENTERPRISE, PUBLIC ADMINISTATION AND OTHER ORGANISATIONS	Second Semester	4

SUBJECT	SEMESTER	CFU	SSD	LANGUAGE
17700 - FOREST MANAGEMENT PLANNING	First Semester	7	AGR/05		Learning objectives As part of the general objective of the Master's Degree Course in Forestry and Environmental Sciences, that is, to train professionals capable of governing forest management processes in relation to the role that forest ecosystems play today, and the challenges that socio-environmental systems must address in the face of Global Change processes, at the end of the course, the student will have acquired: a) knowledge and understanding of the phases of the sustainable and multifunctional forest planning process, i.e. developed according to ecological criteria, on a single forest property and landscape scale; b) knowledge and understanding of how to apply theoretical knowledge to forest planning decisions through case studies regarding the estimation of allowable cut, the recognition and protection of the social and environmental functions provided by forest stands, the integration of wood production with the conservation of the complexity of forest systems; c) autonomy of judgment and decision regarding the validity of the different approaches to forest planning applicable in a given socio-ecological context in relation to the multiplicity of objectives to be achieved through forest management; d) better ability to communicate and discuss the objectives and methods of forest management planning with the various stakeholders involved in the planning process, with particular reference to the environmental impact of the plan decisions. e) better ability to learn the complexity of issues relating to the management of natural resources.
17930 - FOREST ECONOMICS AND POLICY	First Semester	6	AGR/01		Learning objectives Knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of the environmental economy Ability to analyze information and insights on relevant global issues Acquire an ability to analyze issues and make assessment judgments Ability to expose economic and policy issues on a large scale Acquire ownership of the main basic and integral concepts in your technical-cultural background
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PROPAGATION OF WOODY PLANTS AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT	Second Semester	2	AGR/05		Learning objectives Acquire the theoretical and practical bases for the propagation of woody plants belonging to species used in the green infrastructures. 1) Knowledge and understanding Students will be encouraged to take advantage of the knowledge acquired during the course and during laboratory practice in order to apply them (also in unfamiliar areas) to specific issues such as, for example, the propagation of productive tree plants for short rotation forestry (SFR) or ornamental woody plants, as well as historical trees. Students will be encouraged to work in interdisciplinary contexts in order to detect and solve problems related with the production of healthy plants for green infrastructures (landscape architectures, city planners, etc..). 2) Applying knowledge and understanding At the end of the course, students will have a thorough knowledge of the principles of woody plant propagation to the obtainment of healthy plant material for SRF and green infrastructures. The students will be able to develop protocols for the propagation of woody species not included in the course on the base of the acquired knowledge in order to obtain woody plants suitable for the productive, environmental, historical and cultural contexts where they will work. 3) Making judgements Students will be able to interpret and discuss scientific papers presented during the course and be able to identify in them the highlights and key points, as well as make judgments even with incomplete data. 4) Communication skills During the lessons, it will be stimulated students' ability to think and discuss about the topics covered, as well as the comparison of opinions to develop their communication skills. These skills will then be tested in the examination in order to ameliorate the future communication skills of the students towards specialist and non-specialist interlocutors in relation to the approaches used and the results obtained. 5) Learning skills Students will be able to expose and develop scientific issues related to the course. The active involvement of students through oral classroom discussions and experiences in the laboratory practices will develop those skills.
VERTEBRATES OF FOREST ECOSYSTEMS	Second Semester	6	BIO/05		Learning objectives The course aims to provide the student with the basics to understand the structure and complexity of vertebrates with particular regard to forest ecosystems, making reference to an Italian, European and Mediterranean framework. For each group, general notions will be provided regarding the body's organizational plan, biology, ecological role, evolutionary aspects, highlighting the most significant species and conservation problems.
17929 - APPLIED HYDROLOGY	Second Semester	6	AGR/08		Learning objectives The course aim is the advancement of knowledge of hydrological processes for enhancing the comprehension and the management of hydrological practical problems. Specifically, the course will focus on small and ungauged basins. It is possible to identify two main aims: Refresh of notions about hydrological processes and their modelling, with particular emphasis of the design discharge concept and its practical usefulness. Learning the design hydrograph concept and the event-based modelling approach either theoretically and in practice. Moreover, the course will provide some soft-skills about GIS tools particularly useful for hydrological applications. Expected outcomes following the Dublin descriptors: Knowledge and understanding. hydrological phenomena, specifically, rainfall and runoff formation. Design hydrograph notion and its practical implications. Applying knowledge and understanding Rainfall-runoff modelling. A freeware software, nowadays adopted by the professional community, will be introduced to the students and they will be asked to develop a practical project. The software application will guarantee the full comprehension of the hydrological applications. Making judgements - Communication skills - Learning skills Students will be asked to develop a project that, other to provide a practical example for estimating the design hydrograph, will allow them to investigate on the role of the physical parameters. The project will be assigned without a rigid scheme, student will be invited to identify himself a scientific question on which he can investigate with the software application. During the project he will identify the answer to the scientific question and motivate his conclusions. Setting small groups and interacting with the lecturer will stimulate Making judgements - Communication skills - Learning skills under the hydrological perspective.
17559 -	Second Semester	20
118984 - TECHNICAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE	Second Semester	4	L-LIN/12		Learning objectives The English language course aims to familiarize students with the techniques of writing in the English languagewhich differs from writing in Italian. Thsi course also allows students to produce documents and/or short essays which are relevant for their course of study. The course therefore focuses on two of the four language skills - writing and reading - without forgetting listening and speaking. To achieve these objectives, classes are exclusively taught in English. It is for this reason that the grammatical basis of the language and its phonological aspects are not neglected but analyzed whenever the need arises. The final goal is the achievement of level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), adopted by the Council of Europe by means of which the student: * Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his / her field of specialization. * Can interact with a certain fluency and spontaneity that make natural interaction with native speakers possible without effort for the interlocutor. * Can produce clear and detailed text on a wide range of topics and explain a point of view on a topic providing the pros and cons of the various options. These objectives are achieved by developing and consolidating the four language skills but above all applying the linguistic knowledge that is gradually being acquired. Particular attention is paid to the text and context; text analyzes are carried out to identify the specific and pertinent vocabulary, the register to be used and the method of outlining and writing an essay. Texts of various topics are submitted to students but the main focus is on on scientific topics, crucial to their course of study; also audio will be distributed to develop the ability of oral comprehension; moreover, at each lesson, students must prepare and present some topics of interest in Power Point version.

SUBJECT	SEMESTER	CFU	SSD	LANGUAGE
17701 - FOREST ECONOMICS AND POLICY	First Semester	6	AGR/01		Learning objectives Knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of the environmental economy Ability to analyze information and insights on relevant global issues Acquire an ability to analyze issues and make assessment judgments Ability to expose economic and policy issues on a large scale Acquire ownership of the main basic and integral concepts in your technical-cultural background
17705 - FOREST MANAGEMENT PLANNING	First Semester	6	AGR/05		Learning objectives As part of the general objective of the Master's Degree Course in Forestry and Environmental Sciences, that is, to train professionals capable of governing forest management processes in relation to the role that forest ecosystems play today, and the challenges that socio-environmental systems must address in the face of Global Change processes, at the end of the course, the student will have acquired: a) knowledge and understanding of the phases of the sustainable and multifunctional forest planning process, i.e. developed according to ecological criteria, on a single forest property and landscape scale; b) knowledge and understanding of how to apply theoretical knowledge to forest planning decisions through case studies regarding the estimation of allowable cut, the recognition and protection of the social and environmental functions provided by forest stands, the integration of wood production with the conservation of the complexity of forest systems; c) autonomy of judgment and decision regarding the validity of the different approaches to forest planning applicable in a given socio-ecological context in relation to the multiplicity of objectives to be achieved through forest management; d) better ability to communicate and discuss the objectives and methods of forest management planning with the various stakeholders involved in the planning process, with particular reference to the environmental impact of the plan decisions. e) better ability to learn the complexity of issues relating to the management of natural resources.
14366 - OPTIONAL COURSES	First Semester	12
118986 - BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES FOR SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT	-	12	-	-	Learning objectives The course of Vertebrates of Forest Ecosystems aims to provide the student with basic knowledge and ability to understand the composition and complexity of the European and Mediterranean fauna of vertebrates, with particular regard to Italian forest ecosystems. Such knowledge and understanding will find application in species conservation. The student will also be able to make independent judgments by examining case studies. Communication skills and the ability to learn will also be developed.
MODULE II	First Semester	6	BIO/05		Learning objectives The course of Vertebrates of Forest Ecosystems aims to provide the student with basic knowledge and ability to understand the composition and complexity of the European and Mediterranean fauna of vertebrates, with particular regard to Italian forest ecosystems. Such knowledge and understanding will find application in species conservation. The student will also be able to make independent judgments by examining case studies. Communication skills and the ability to learn will also be developed.
17702 - APPLIED HYDROLOGY	Second Semester	6	AGR/08		Learning objectives The course aim is the advancement of knowledge of hydrological processes for enhancing the comprehension and the management of hydrological practical problems. Specifically, the course will focus on small and ungauged basins. It is possible to identify two main aims: Refresh of notions about hydrological processes and their modelling, with particular emphasis of the design discharge concept and its practical usefulness. Learning the design hydrograph concept and the event-based modelling approach either theoretically and in practice. Moreover, the course will provide some soft-skills about GIS tools particularly useful for hydrological applications. Expected outcomes following the Dublin descriptors: Knowledge and understanding. hydrological phenomena, specifically, rainfall and runoff formation. Design hydrograph notion and its practical implications. Applying knowledge and understanding Rainfall-runoff modelling. A freeware software, nowadays adopted by the professional community, will be introduced to the students and they will be asked to develop a practical project. The software application will guarantee the full comprehension of the hydrological applications. Making judgements - Communication skills - Learning skills Students will be asked to develop a project that, other to provide a practical example for estimating the design hydrograph, will allow them to investigate on the role of the physical parameters. The project will be assigned without a rigid scheme, student will be invited to identify himself a scientific question on which he can investigate with the software application. During the project he will identify the answer to the scientific question and motivate his conclusions. Setting small groups and interacting with the lecturer will stimulate Making judgements - Communication skills - Learning skills under the hydrological perspective.
17852 - SILVICULTURE II AND WOOD PRODUCTS	-	12	-	-	Learning objectives Bioindustry in forest-wood chain. Knowledge of wood cascade use and exploitation of biomass to produce traditional and innovative wood-based composites. Wood improvements chracateristics by eco-frIendly and susitainable modification. All the topic will be related to regulations and to European technical standards (EN).New wood polymer composites based polymers
MODULE II	First Semester	6	AGR/05
MODULE II	First Semester	6	AGR/06		Learning objectives Bioindustry in forest-wood chain. Knowledge of wood cascade use and exploitation of biomass to produce traditional and innovative wood-based composites. Wood improvements chracateristics by eco-frIendly and susitainable modification. All the topic will be related to regulations and to European technical standards (EN).New wood polymer composites based polymers
118986 - BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES FOR SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT	-	12	-	-	Learning objectives The course of Vertebrates of Forest Ecosystems aims to provide the student with basic knowledge and ability to understand the composition and complexity of the European and Mediterranean fauna of vertebrates, with particular regard to Italian forest ecosystems. Such knowledge and understanding will find application in species conservation. The student will also be able to make independent judgments by examining case studies. Communication skills and the ability to learn will also be developed.
MODULE II	First Semester	6	AGR/12		Learning objectives Invasive Forest Pathogens and Global Changes course approaches the International context of Plant Protection and, specifically, of protection of forests within global change scenarios, including climatic changes and biological invasions. The course aims to provide the single elements that make the complex picture of prevention, monitoring, diagnosis, and control of forest pathogens, considering, time by time, the issues of international agreements, regulations, and the new frontiers of prevention, new diagnostic tools, and the advances in knowledge on biological invasions. a) Knowledge and understanding. The course will provide the students with the concepts and information needed to develop the single issues and integrate them within the general context of plant protection. Through an analytical process, open discussions, and the stimulation of the attitude to the analysis, the students will be able to assimilate and elaborate on the issues and to collocate them within the complex context of plant protection, integrating ecological, biological concepts with socio-economic ones. b) Applying knowledge and understanding; the body of information on a specific topic that the student will receive through an interactive and practical approach will allow perceiving the applicability into the professional activity at the national and international levels. Moreover the course includes several practical activities specifically for laboratory diagnostics. c) Making judgments; the interactive teaching method based on the framing of the general topics, and their development through practical examples and class braining storms, will stimulate the student skills in elaborating their own judgment. d) Communication skills; the body of information and concepts provided by the course will enable the student to efficiently communicate the topic of biosecurity in forest protection and the complex of agreements and rules that regulate the quarantine system at a global level. e) Learning skills. The use of a teaching approach based on general concepts and practical activities (literature reading, laboratory activities) helps the students in the process of learning and concepts assimilation.

SUBJECT	SEMESTER	CFU	SSD
16340 - FOREST ECOPHYSIOLOGY	First Semester	6	AGR/05	Learning objectives OBJECTIVES: To know the environmental constrains of the main physiological processes, at tree and stand levels; to understand the acclimation responses to climate changes and to water scarcity; to gain familiarity with techniques and methodological approaches used in tree ecophysiology EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES knowledge and understanding • A scientific based knowledge and understanding of the acclimation and adaptation of plant traits as response to the environmental conditions. • An updated knowledge and understanding of the environmental drivers of carbon, water and nutrient cycles in plant and forest ecosystems. • A basic knowledge and understanding of the process-based models as scaling tools applying knowledge and understanding - defining proper strategies and plans to improve the resilience of the forest ecosystems, also in a context of climate changes - defining monitoring plans to support the management of trees and forests - supporting screening strategies of resistant varieties and provenances of trees and shrubs, in reforestation programmes - supporting the sustainable management of forest ecosystems, analysing the main functional processes in response to the management practices making judgements - analyse the results of survey and monitoring activities, providing scientific supported interpretation of the most probable cause-effects relationships - interpret results of trials and pilot systems for the management or the re-establishments of trees and forest ecosystems/plantations communication skills - writes reports and prepares oral presentations on different subjects at professional and wide information levels - explain proposed solutions to specific management questions in a multidisciplinary context - presenting results of testing and experimental activities in scientific contexts learning skills - reading and understanding the international scientific literatures in the sector of forest and environmental relationships - new methods and tools for the functional analyses of plant and forests
16343 - FOREST TREE CROPPING	First Semester	6	AGR/05	Learning objectives Teaching activities will be oriented to provide basic elements and methods of forest tree cropping and to gain familiarity with the techniques and technologies currently being used. The context of forestry and agroforestry plantations under the Mediterranean environment will be also emphasized. 1. Knowledge and understanding. To develop during the lessons the knowledge on the characteristics of the main Mediterranean forest tree cropping systems. Ability to understand the evolving dynamics of forest and agroforestry systems in relation to the objectives of a sustainable management. 2. Applying knowledge and understanding. Ability to apply the knowledge and understanding in order to define criteria and modalities for the management of forest plantations and agroforestry systems. To be able to apply methodologies for analysis and planning forest tree cropping systems on a territorial scale. Describe and provide scientific and application topics related to the management of forest plantation. 3. Making judgement. Being able to develop interdisciplinary connection skills and critical discussion of course content. Develop critical interpretation skills and discussion of experimental results in the forest tree cropping sector similar to those discussed during lessons. 4. Communication skills. Ability to communicate with clarity and conviction the knowledge acquired during the course or through the analysis of scientific articles or other publications in the forest tree cropping sector. These skills will be developed through the active involvement of students in class discussions or during practice sessions on different agroforestry issues 5. Learning skills Condition for successful learning skills is to develop the ability to organise and synthesise in autonomy the interdisciplinary knowledge on forest science to be applied to the forest tree cropping in the Mediterranean environment.
16365 - FOREST BIOTECHNOLOGY	First Semester	6	AGR/05	Learning objectives AIMS The course will introduce students to principles and experimental approaches, continuously evolving, of plant biotechnology. This course is intended to strengthen basic knowledge on plant biotechnology applied to forest trees (green biotechnologies, categories of biotech processes and products, model plants, plant tissue culture, recombinant methods, molecular tools), by offering a framework to approach current scientific problems (i.e. the use of transgenic trees) and also provide a basis for specialized studies in the field of in vitro clonal propagation, tree breeding and functional genomics. In the laboratory classes, students will perform some of the techniques currently used to obtain micro-propagated plants, callus cultures, and protoplasts of forest species, and to detect genetic variation. The key concepts of the course will be integrated in a series of case studies, and students will enhance their ability to apply them to novel situations in problem-solving sessions, especially devoted to the Mediterranean region. EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS Knowledge and understanding: at the end of the course students will have a thorough knowledge of the basic principles of forest biotechnology and of the modern techniques to obtain technological products (in vitro material characterized by clonal fidelity or somaclonal variants, secondary metabolites, transgenic and cisgenic trees, molecular tools for the study of genetic variability). Finally, they will have gained the ability to understand the potential use of biotech trees in order to increase the productivity of forest plantations also in disadvantaged environments (biotic and abiotic stress) or to use biotech trees for the recovery of barren lands (salinity, pollution); Applying knowledge and understanding: students will be encouraged to take advantage of the knowledge acquired during the course and during laboratory practice in order to apply them to specific issues such as, for example, the propagation of ameliorated genotypes or somaclonal variants resistant to biotic or abiotic stress or characterized by high wood productivity, as well as the conservation of endangered species or provenances; Making judgements: Students will be able to interpret and discuss scientific papers presented during class and be able to identify in them the highlights and key points; Communication skills: during the lessons it will be stimulated students' ability to think and discuss about the topics covered as well as the comparison of opinions to develop their communication skills. These skills will then be tested in the examination; Learning skills: students will be able to expose and develop scientific issues related to the course. The active involvement of students through oral classroom discussions and experiences in the laboratory practices, will develop that skill.
15912 - INTERNSHIP IN RESEARCH LABORATORIES, ENTERPRISE, PUBLIC ADMINISTATION AND OTHER ORGANISATIONS	First Semester	4
118987 - MONITORING TERRESTRIAL ECOSYSTEMS CARBON CYCLE (ICOS)	First Semester	6	AGR/05	Learning objectives The course will provide the knowledge needed to design and implement a carbon monitoring system targeted to the specific ecosystem and research question/application. It will provide also the knowledge to find existing data and information from existing sources and critically evaluate them. EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES. 1) Knowledge and understanding: at the end of the course the student will have the necessary tools to define the best strategy to monitor the ecosystem carbon cycle, the different options available and the overall knowledge to monitor the terrestrial ecosystems carbon and other greenhouse gases (GHG) exchange with the atmosphere in context of climate change. 2) Applied knowledge and understanding: the course will provide the necessary cognitive tools to allow the choice of the most suitable techniques for the study of the ecosystem carbon and other GHGs balances and the options to correctly collect, organize, store and analyse the measurements. 3) Making judgments: once the training course is over, the student will have the tools for a strong autonomy of judgement on issues related to the interactions between climate, atmosphere and ecosystems in the context of the carbon exchange and sequestration and on the options available for the quantification and monitoring of the GHGs exchange in natural ecosystems.. 4) Communication skills: at the end of the training course, the student must demonstrate that he or she is able to communicate and discuss in a concise but effective way the issues dealt with during the course, demonstrating the ability to integrate the knowledge acquired. 5) Learning skills: at the end of the course the student must have learned the concepts and techniques addressed and know how to define limits and fundamentals.
118988 -	First Semester	6	AGR/05	Learning objectives The course is designed to give an introduction on how to generate information from remote sensing data and how to analyse these data in a geographic information system, in order to map forest resources and monitor relevant changes in forest canopy cover. The course examines the basics of theoretical issues and image classification to help students understand and choose remote sensing solutions for forest classification and forest monitoring problems. The main topics are covered with many practical exercises of forest classification and forest change detection. Expected Learning outcomes: 1) Knowledge and understanding: comprehensive knowledge of the basics of theoretical issues behind optical remote sensing and image classification 2) Applied knowledge and understanding: ability to select, conceptualize, and implement image classification techniques of multispectral RS images in QGIS with respect to a given practical application in forest cover mapping and change detection 3) Making judgments: critical analysis and evaluation of the potentials and limitations of different image classification methods 4) Communication skills: Refined presentation skills of an own image classification project for forest applications 5) Learning skills: an own mental model for addressing simple tasks exercises of forest classification and forest change detection (competent practitioner of RS)
119548 - MANAGEMENT OF FORESTS AND AGOFOREST SOILS	First Semester	6	AGR/14	Learning objectives KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Conduct basic field analyzes of forest and agricultural soils, including description of soil profiles and soil shapes, classification and basic description of the study site. Understand the basic properties and processes of forest and agricultural soils and their relationships with tree growth / site productivity. Know the effects of forest management practices on forest soil properties and processes and how to use silvicultural techniques to influence soil properties and processes to improve productivity and sustainability. APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Ability to recognize the correct type of management to be applied in relation to the type of ecosystem. Pedological investigation to establish the connection between the different types of soil, vegetation and management. Application of pedological survey methodologies: identification of homogeneous areas for pedogenesis factors and analysis and description of a soil profile. Ability to recognize the main types of environmental management. MAKING JUDGMENT Being able to interpret the processes that occur in a forest and agricultural ecosystem. Ability to evaluate the characteristics of the environment. Ability to evaluate forest and agricultural lands in relation to the type of management. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Being able to expose scientific topics with clarity and synthesis. LEARNING SKILLS Being able to describe topics related to the management of forest and agroforestry soils in written and / or oral form. This skill will be developed through the active involvement of students through oral class and field discussions on specific topics related to the course.
16355 - THESIS	Second Semester	26

Learning objectives

AIMS
Let the student know the nature, modification, functioning and transmission of genetic information of living organisms, with particular reference to forest trees. Provide the principles and methods for assessing the genetic variability of forest species for its use in tree improvement.

EXPECTED RESULTS
After completing the course, students must demonstrate that they: 1) have acquired the tools for the analysis of the transmission and recombination of hereditary characters; 2) are able to interpret the results of genetic crosses; 3) have acquired knowledge on the molecular mechanisms of gene regulation in forest trees; 4) have acquired the principles and the methods for the study of genetic variability of forest trees; 5) are able to analyse the effects of inbreeding and evolution factors on the genetic structure of natural populations of forest trees; 6) have acquired the principles and the methods for the study of quantitative traits in forest tree species; 7) have acquired knowledge on the basic principles of genetic improvement of forest trees.

Learning objectives

The course will provide the knowledge needed to design and implement a carbon monitoring system targeted to the specific ecosystem and research question/application. It will provide also the knowledge to find existing data and information from existing sources and critically evaluate them.
EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES.
1) Knowledge and understanding: at the end of the course the student will have the necessary tools to define the best strategy to monitor the ecosystem carbon cycle, the different options available and the overall knowledge to monitor the terrestrial ecosystems carbon and other greenhouse gases (GHG) exchange with the atmosphere in context of climate change.
2) Applied knowledge and understanding: the course will provide the necessary cognitive tools to allow the choice of the most suitable techniques for the study of the ecosystem carbon and other GHGs balances and the options to correctly collect, organize, store and analyse the measurements.
3) Making judgments: once the training course is over, the student will have the tools for a strong autonomy of judgement on issues related to the interactions between climate, atmosphere and ecosystems in the context of the carbon exchange and sequestration and on the options available for the quantification and monitoring of the GHGs exchange in natural ecosystems..
4) Communication skills: at the end of the training course, the student must demonstrate that he or she is able to communicate and discuss in a concise but effective way the issues dealt with during the course, demonstrating the ability to integrate the knowledge acquired.
5) Learning skills: at the end of the course the student must have learned the concepts and techniques addressed and know how to define limits and fundamentals.

Learning objectives

The course is designed to give an introduction on how to generate information from remote sensing data and how to analyse these data in a geographic information system, in order to map forest resources and monitor relevant changes in forest canopy cover.
The course examines the basics of theoretical issues and image classification to help students understand and choose remote sensing solutions for forest classification and forest monitoring problems. The main topics are covered with many practical exercises of forest classification and forest change detection.

Expected Learning outcomes:
1) Knowledge and understanding: comprehensive knowledge of the basics of theoretical issues behind optical remote sensing and image classification
2) Applied knowledge and understanding: ability to select, conceptualize, and implement image classification techniques of multispectral RS images in QGIS with respect to a given practical application in forest cover mapping and change detection
3) Making judgments: critical analysis and evaluation of the potentials and limitations of different image classification methods
4) Communication skills: Refined presentation skills of an own image classification project for forest applications
5) Learning skills: an own mental model for addressing simple tasks exercises of forest classification and forest change detection (competent practitioner of RS)

Learning objectives

Acquire the theoretical and practical bases for the propagation of woody plants belonging to species used in the green infrastructures.
1) Knowledge and understanding
Students will be encouraged to take advantage of the knowledge acquired during the course and during laboratory practice in order to apply them (also in unfamiliar areas) to specific issues such as, for example, the propagation of productive tree plants for short rotation forestry (SFR) or ornamental woody plants, as well as historical trees. Students will be encouraged to work in interdisciplinary contexts in order to detect and solve problems related with the production of healthy plants for green infrastructures (landscape architectures, city planners, etc..).
2) Applying knowledge and understanding
At the end of the course, students will have a thorough knowledge of the principles of woody plant propagation to the obtainment of healthy plant material for SRF and green infrastructures. The students will be able to develop protocols for the propagation of woody species not included in the course on the base of the acquired knowledge in order to obtain woody plants suitable for the productive, environmental, historical and cultural contexts where they will work.
3) Making judgements
Students will be able to interpret and discuss scientific papers presented during the course and be able to identify in them the highlights and key points, as well as make judgments even with incomplete data.
4) Communication skills
During the lessons, it will be stimulated students' ability to think and discuss about the topics covered, as well as the comparison of opinions to develop their communication skills. These skills will then be tested in the examination in order to ameliorate the future communication skills of the students towards specialist and non-specialist interlocutors in relation to the approaches used and the results obtained.
5) Learning skills
Students will be able to expose and develop scientific issues related to the course. The active involvement of students through oral classroom discussions and experiences in the laboratory practices will develop those skills.

Learning objectives

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
Conduct basic field analyzes of forest and agricultural soils, including description of soil profiles and soil shapes, classification and basic description of the study site. Understand the basic properties and processes of forest and agricultural soils and their relationships with tree growth / site productivity.
Know the effects of forest management practices on forest soil properties and processes and how to use silvicultural techniques to influence soil properties and processes to improve productivity and sustainability.
APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
Ability to recognize the correct type of management to be applied in relation to the type of ecosystem. Pedological investigation to establish the connection between the different types of soil, vegetation and management. Application of pedological survey methodologies: identification of homogeneous areas for pedogenesis factors and analysis and description of a soil profile. Ability to recognize the main types of environmental management.
MAKING JUDGMENT
Being able to interpret the processes that occur in a forest and agricultural ecosystem. Ability to evaluate the characteristics of the environment. Ability to evaluate forest and agricultural lands in relation to the type of management.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Being able to expose scientific topics with clarity and synthesis.
LEARNING SKILLS
Being able to describe topics related to the management of forest and agroforestry soils in written and / or oral form. This skill will be developed through the active involvement of students through oral class and field discussions on specific topics related to the course.

Learning objectives

1 - COURSE OBJECTIVES
The aim of the course is to present the soil as a proper ecosystem, and to make students capable of understanding and predicting: i) the behaviour and fate of natural and xenobiotic compounds (contaminants/pollutants) in soils after accidental or deliberate additions; ii) the possible effects of these compounds on soil ecosystems; iii) the possible resilience of soils upon pollution. To achieve this objective, information will be provided on soil abiotic and biotic components, the relative physical, chemical and biochemical properties, and the mutual interactions and relationships (minerals-microbes-plants) to achieve the targets mentioned. Information will also be supplied on the nature and features of main soil contaminants/pollutants. Various approaches in monitoring natural and polluted soil ecosystems will also be illustrated together with some remediation technologies.

2 - LEARNING OUTCOMES
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
Students should demonstrate:
- The knowledge of the various components of natural soils and the interactions between these components.
- The knowledge of the physical, chemical and physicochemical principles affecting the interactions between natural and anthropic compounds (e.g. contaminants/pollutants) with the diverse soil components.
- The knowledge of the natural and polluted soil monitoring approaches and systems (traditional vs innovative) and soil remediation technologies.

ABILITY TO USE KNOWLEDGE AND COMPREHENSION
Students should demonstrate integration and application of the information assimilated in the course in specific contexts such as:
- Identification of natural vs contaminated/polluted soil ecosystems.
- Analysis of perturbed soil ecosystems to understand the dynamics and fate of contaminants/pollutants and the effects on biota.
- Identification of suitable monitoring systems to assess the presence of contaminants/pollutants in soil ecosystems.
- Identification of appropriate remediation technologies to recover distinctly contaminated/polluted soils.

MAKING JUDGEMENT
Students should demonstrate the capacity of evaluating information resulting from observations and measurements (monitoring) to assess the extent of soil perturbation and possible actions to make.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Students should show:
- Active listening during the course.
- Situation analysis of different ecosystems, catching the main features characterising natural vs perturbed soils.
- Synthetic but persuasive argumentation of concepts, dynamics and processes in soil ecosystems as described in the course, demonstrating technological competency.
- Public speaking with respect.

LEARNING SKILLS
- Analytical-thinking and text interpretation of the various materials provided in the course to achieve suitable knowledge of natural and polluted soil ecosystems
- Curiosity in understanding the causes of events occurring in perturbed soils, relative to the natural ones
- Open-mindedness towards other opinions, with critical thinking and without prejudices.

Learning objectives

Bioindustry in forest-wood chain. Knowledge of wood cascade use and exploitation of biomass to produce traditional and innovative wood-based composites. Wood improvements chracateristics by eco-frIendly and susitainable modification. All the topic will be related to regulations and to European technical standards (EN).New wood polymer composites

Learning objectives

EDUCATIONAL GOALS
The course will introduce students to the principles and experimental approaches of the forestry discipline applied in an urban environment. This course aims to strengthen the basic knowledge of classical forestry and demonstrate how various techniques can be applied to an urban environment, offering a framework to address and solve current scientific problems (e.g. extreme events related to extreme climate change) and provide a basis for specialized studies in soil science and ecology. In particular, the course aims to provide the necessary skills to operate in the urban green sector.

EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING: Have developed knowledge of classical forestry principles adapted to an urban environment, principles of ecology, soil science, and hydrology, so as to be able to examine and solve complex planning and management problems in an urban forest environment.

APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING: Have an understanding of experimental approaches and know how to apply them to specific problems of urban forestry. In particular, knowing how to apply methodologies for the analysis, monitoring, and management planning of forest systems and green areas in an urban environment.

MAKING JUDGMENTS: Being able to interpret the various problems encountered by vegetation in urban and peri-urban areas and to be able to identify the advantages deriving from correct management of urban green areas.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Learn the rigor of reasoning with the use of formulas and graphs. In particular, the student learns to present his arguments and the results of his study or work in written, verbal or multimedia form, with particular reference to the elaboration and presentation of projects and plans concerning the management of urban green areas.

LEARNING SKILLS: Being able to describe scientific topics concerning vegetation and soil in an urban environment, both in written and oral form. This ability will be developed through the active involvement of students through oral discussions in the classroom, written exercises, tutorials and seminars on specific topics related to the course.

Learning objectives

The course aims to provide the student with the basics to understand the structure and complexity of vertebrates with particular regard to forest ecosystems, making reference to an Italian, European and Mediterranean framework. For each group, general notions will be provided regarding the body's organizational plan, biology, ecological role, evolutionary aspects, highlighting the most significant species and conservation problems.

CHOICE GROUPS	YEAR/SEMESTER	CFU	SSD	LANGUAGE
MODULE II	-		-	-
118558 -	First Year / First Semester	6	AGR/07
118981 - MONITORING TERRESTRIAL ECOSYSTEMS CARBON (ICOS)	First Year / First Semester	6	AGR/05
118982 - REMOTE SENSING IN FOREST RESOURCE MANAGEMENT	First Year / First Semester	6	AGR/05
MODULE II	-	12	-	-
119268 - PROPAGATION OF WOODY PLANTS AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT	-	6	-	-
119268_1 - MODULE II	First Year / Second Semester	2	AGR/05
119268_2 - MODULE II	First Year / Second Semester	4	AGR/12
118985 - MANAGEMENT OF FORESTS AND AGROFOREST SOILS	First Year / First Semester	6	AGR/14
17123 - SOIL POLLUTION AND MONITORING	First Year / Second Semester	6	AGR/13
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