Forest Mensuration
(objectives)
The course aims to provide students with a basic knowledge on the possibilities of integration of different kinds of geodatabases (digital maps, remote sensing data and GPS surveys) and data processing methodologies based on Geographic Information System (GIS) software for the implementation of forest information systems. Learning activities are aimed at the acquisition of skills in the analysis of data models used in GIS (raster and vector) and their integration within GIS platforms to support forest planning activities or forest resources monitoring At the end of the course the student will know the operating principles of the main dendrometric tools, the methods of measuring the diameter and height of a tree in the context of the forest, how to calculate the dendrometric attributes of a forest stand (tre species composition, density, site fertility, age, structure, growing stock, wood increment and productivity) and the main statistical sampling methods that are the basis of the forest inventory at different scales. The acquired knowledge will enable the student to choose, based on the objectives of the dendrometric survey and the type of forest, the dendrometric tools and methods to be used for the various measures to be performed and the consequent procedures for processing the data collected.
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Code
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119502 |
Language
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ITA |
Type of certificate
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Profit certificate
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Module: Forest Information Systems
(objectives)
The course aims to enable the student to develop the following skills: Knowledge and understanding - conceptual and practical understanding of GIS data management, remote sensing image analysis and sampling to support mapping, management and monitoring of forest ecosystems Applied knowledge and understanding - Ability to represent the results of the analysis effectively through digital cartography in a GIS environment Autonomy of judgement Ability to understand the results of inventory and cartographic knowledge tools used in geographic information systems for the management and monitoring of forest resources Communication skills To be able to communicate with appropriate technical-scientific language the concepts related to geographic information systems for the management and monitoring of forest resources.
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Language
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ITA |
Type of certificate
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Profit certificate
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Credits
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6
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Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code
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AGR/05
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Contact Hours
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24
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Exercise Hours
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24
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Type of Activity
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Core compulsory activities
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Teacher
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BARBATI Anna
(syllabus)
1. Geographic Information Systems 1.1 GIS: representation, management and analysis of geographic information 1.2 GIS data models: vector and raster 1.3 Main information sources: remote sensing, digital cartography, GPS surveys, field sampling 1.4 Creation and management of spatial databases. Georeferencing. Transformations between coordinate systems. Main tools for spatial analysis and database editing. Map layout. 2. Fundamentals of remote sensing 2.1 Spectral signatures 2.2 Main characteristics of the sensors (spatial resolution, spectral resolution, radiometric resolution, temporal resolution) 2.3 Visual interpretation applications to forest mapping and inventory 3. Applications of spatial information systems to forest management 3.1 Sample survey in forest management plans: objectives, subjective and probability sampling. Accuracy and precision. Sample sizing and sampling designs. 3.2 Geospatial databases of forest management plans
(reference books)
Amadio G., 2012. Introduzione alla geomatica. Manuale introduttivo ai sistemi informativi geografici. Dario Flaccovio Editore.
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Dates of beginning and end of teaching activities
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From to |
Delivery mode
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Traditional
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Attendance
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Mandatory
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Evaluation methods
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Written test
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Module: Forest biometrics and Inventories |
Language
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ITA |
Type of certificate
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Profit certificate
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Credits
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6
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Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code
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AGR/05
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Contact Hours
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36
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Exercise Hours
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12
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Type of Activity
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Core compulsory activities
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