Survey, Map Drawing and Materials for Green Areas
A.Y. 2025/2026
Learning objectives
The goal of the course is to illustrate the importance survey and map drawing in green areas design, as well as illustrate the usefulness of different materials
Expected learning outcomes
Basic knowledge of cartography, correct lecture and use of the maps; basic knowledge surveying techniques; use of CAD systems, knowledge of building materials and their use in green areas design.
Lesson period: First semester
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
First semester
Course syllabus
SURVEYING (2 ECTS)
Elements of cartography and topography. Surveying and topographic layout instruments: use of GPS and Total Station.
MATERIALS (2 ECTS)
Characteristics of construction materials: natural and artificial stones, bricks and ceramics, wood, mortars and concrete, metals, new materials.
Construction types: pavements, green roofs, and other solutions for rainwater management.
CAD (Lab - 2 ECTS)
Introduction to the software: drawing tools, precision drawing, editing operations, layer management, use of blocks and hatches, text, dimensions, and printing.
CAD for green areas: site analysis and use of CAD images for green spaces: vegetation insertion, creation of a project board.
There are no differences between attending and non-attending students.
Elements of cartography and topography. Surveying and topographic layout instruments: use of GPS and Total Station.
MATERIALS (2 ECTS)
Characteristics of construction materials: natural and artificial stones, bricks and ceramics, wood, mortars and concrete, metals, new materials.
Construction types: pavements, green roofs, and other solutions for rainwater management.
CAD (Lab - 2 ECTS)
Introduction to the software: drawing tools, precision drawing, editing operations, layer management, use of blocks and hatches, text, dimensions, and printing.
CAD for green areas: site analysis and use of CAD images for green spaces: vegetation insertion, creation of a project board.
There are no differences between attending and non-attending students.
Prerequisites for admission
Basic computer skills without differences between attending and not attending
Teaching methods
Lectures to acquire basic knowledge + classroom exercises (in the computer lab) to apply the acquired knowledge + field exercises for surveys and site visits (weather permitting).
Attendance is strongly recommended.
Attendance is strongly recommended.
Teaching Resources
Teaching materials are available on the course's My Ariel website. The materials include:
- copies of the slides used during lectures
- guidelines and resources for the lab sessions
- instructions and materials for the practical exercises
- instructions and materials for additional CAD exercises
- a collection of CAD blocks
- copies of the slides used during lectures
- guidelines and resources for the lab sessions
- instructions and materials for the practical exercises
- instructions and materials for additional CAD exercises
- a collection of CAD blocks
Assessment methods and Criteria
The exam aims to assess the knowledge acquired regarding the use of drawing software, the application of construction materials, and surveying tools.
The course is structured as a workshop focused on the development of a design theme, which changes each year. The final evaluation involves the production and presentation of technical drawings, which must be brought to and discussed during the oral exam. These include: location map, vegetation map, vegetation survey sheets, functional layout, project plan, sections, technical construction details, technical feasibility sheet, and economic feasibility sheet of the proposal.
For attending students, it is possible to take a graded test during the teaching break week, related to the Survey part, which includes:
a multiple-choice test
submission of printed survey work: location map, vegetation map, and surveyed plant sheets
The evaluation of this test will be expressed in grades. The results will be published on the course's Ariel website. This test accounts for 33% of the final grade.
To take the final exam, the student must submit all project materials (including those already presented in the graded test, if taken) in PDF format three days before the exam, and bring printed versions to the exam. The student must present them and answer related questions.
The final grade will be composed as follows: 50% for the produced materials, 25% for the presentation of the materials, and 25% for answering the questions
Students with SLD or disability certifications are kindly requested to contact the teacher at least 15 days before the date of the exam session to agree on individual exam requirements. In the email please make sure to add in cc the competent offices: [email protected] (for students with SLD) o [email protected] (for students with disability).
The course is structured as a workshop focused on the development of a design theme, which changes each year. The final evaluation involves the production and presentation of technical drawings, which must be brought to and discussed during the oral exam. These include: location map, vegetation map, vegetation survey sheets, functional layout, project plan, sections, technical construction details, technical feasibility sheet, and economic feasibility sheet of the proposal.
For attending students, it is possible to take a graded test during the teaching break week, related to the Survey part, which includes:
a multiple-choice test
submission of printed survey work: location map, vegetation map, and surveyed plant sheets
The evaluation of this test will be expressed in grades. The results will be published on the course's Ariel website. This test accounts for 33% of the final grade.
To take the final exam, the student must submit all project materials (including those already presented in the graded test, if taken) in PDF format three days before the exam, and bring printed versions to the exam. The student must present them and answer related questions.
The final grade will be composed as follows: 50% for the produced materials, 25% for the presentation of the materials, and 25% for answering the questions
Students with SLD or disability certifications are kindly requested to contact the teacher at least 15 days before the date of the exam session to agree on individual exam requirements. In the email please make sure to add in cc the competent offices: [email protected] (for students with SLD) o [email protected] (for students with disability).
AGR/10 - RURAL BUILDINGS AND AGRO - FOREST LAND PLANNING - University credits: 6
Computer room practicals: 8 hours
Lessons: 44 hours
Lessons: 44 hours
Professor:
Fumagalli Natalia
Professor(s)
Reception:
by appointment
Agricultural Engineering (Building n. 21100)