Methods in Ecosystem Analysis
A.Y. 2022/2023
Learning objectives
The course provides knowledge and skills for collecting and analyzing environmental data (geology, geomorphology, flora and vegetation, fauna) aimed to environmental analysis and thematic cartography. The course also aims to teach how to answer to specific professional requests for environmental studies from parks, natural reserves and/or public administrations etc.
Expected learning outcomes
Organization and performing of an environmental study from data collection to final technical report.
Lesson period: year
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
year
Course syllabus
Collecting data describing the a-biological component of the environment (bedrock, surface deposits, landforms, soils), elaboration of thematic maps thematic maps of the different features, for land analysis, promotion and protection;
· Collecting maps, pictures and also historic data to evaluate, promote and protect sites of geomorphological interest and to study landscape evolution;
· Finding, analysis and mapping of geological, geomorphological and geopedological data by field surveys and remote analyses (photo-interpretation and remote sensing).
· Land evaluation and its implications for land management.
· Geopedology of ecosystems.
Basic concepts of geomorphological and geoarchaeological risk.
· Finding, managing and processing meteorological data; compiling meteo-data base including historical and present data as a tool for planning and managing the territory.
· Collecting maps, pictures and also historic data to evaluate, promote and protect sites of geomorphological interest and to study landscape evolution;
· Finding, analysis and mapping of geological, geomorphological and geopedological data by field surveys and remote analyses (photo-interpretation and remote sensing).
· Land evaluation and its implications for land management.
· Geopedology of ecosystems.
Basic concepts of geomorphological and geoarchaeological risk.
· Finding, managing and processing meteorological data; compiling meteo-data base including historical and present data as a tool for planning and managing the territory.
Prerequisites for admission
Knowledge of the basic concepts of physical geography, geology, geomorphology, botany, zooology, statistics
Teaching methods
Classroom lessons and practical field activities
Teaching Resources
Course slides are available on the ariel website. Specific texts will be provided during the course and are available on the ariel website
Assessment methods and Criteria
The exam consists of carrying out a report about a geographic area chosen by the student, including the collection and analysis of environmental data available from sources indicated during the course or from published literature, and a study from original data about a subject chosen by the student.
The report is uploaded by the student on the Ariel website, is evaluated by the teachers of the course and represents the basis for the oral discussion. Evaluation criteria take into account the ability of collecting, critically analyzing, synthesizing and correctly reporting and discussing environmental data. The grades are on a scale of 30
The report is uploaded by the student on the Ariel website, is evaluated by the teachers of the course and represents the basis for the oral discussion. Evaluation criteria take into account the ability of collecting, critically analyzing, synthesizing and correctly reporting and discussing environmental data. The grades are on a scale of 30
BIO/03 - ENVIRONMENTAL AND APPLIED BOTANY
BIO/07 - ECOLOGY
GEO/04 - PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY AND GEOMORPHOLOGY
BIO/07 - ECOLOGY
GEO/04 - PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY AND GEOMORPHOLOGY
Practicals with elements of theory: 36 hours
Lessons: 72 hours
Lessons: 72 hours
Professor(s)
Reception:
Upon appointment arranged through e-mail
Room 54 or 59, First Floor
Reception:
Monday-Friday on appointment
2 floor building C Department of Biosciences
Reception:
In case of need, please send an email to schedule a meeting
Via Celoria 26, piano 6 torre C
Reception:
On appointment
In my office, Via Mangiagalli 34, 2nd floor, room 77