Degree Course: Mountain Sciences
A.Y. 2022/2023 
Conoscenza e capacità di comprensione
I laureati in Scienze della Montagna conseguono conoscenze e capacità di comprensione in un campo di studi di livello post-secondario e giungono a un buon livello di conoscenza su temi fondamentali nel settore dell'analisi, progettazione, gestione e valorizzazione dei territori montani e delle loro risorse.
Innanzitutto, il laureato riceverà per le la necessaria formazione nelle materie di base che lo renderanno capace di affrontare gli insegnamenti professionalizzanti.
Pertanto, conoscerà i fondamenti di matematica, fisica, chimica, biologia generale, botanica generale e sistematica e genetica nonché i metodi di analisi dei sistemi attraverso l'applicazione di tecniche statistiche.
Questa conoscenza sarà fondamentale per riuscire ad interpretare i processi chimico-fisici quale base per lo studio della biologia e per le applicazioni ai contesti montani, sia forestali che agrari.
Acquisite le conoscenze di base per la comprensione dei processi fisici e biologici, lo studente riceverà la formazione professionalizzante attraverso la conoscenza delle matrici geologiche e dei meccanismi che regolano il funzionamento degli ecosistemi.
Quindi acquisirà le conoscenze necessarie per il riconoscimento degli alberi e dei tipi forestali, le tecniche per la misurazione dei singoli alberi e di interi popolamenti nonché i modelli di previsione dell'accrescimento del bosco, i metodi di gestione delle foreste e i servizi ecosistemici forniti dalle stesse.
Conoscerà, quindi, gli strumenti per la difesa degli ecosistemi nei confronti di insetti e patogeni.
In campo più strettamente agrario, conoscerà le basi dell'agricoltura più conveniente nei i territori collinari e montani, sia con riferimento alle specie erbacee che arboree nonché i metodi più innovativi per la gestione della fauna selvatica e l'allevamento di quella domestica.
Le conoscenze di tipo ingegneristico riguarderanno le basi dell'idraulica, dell'idrologia tecnica e della sistemazione dei bacini idrografici; il rilevamento di porzioni di superficie terrestre in ambiente agroforestale anche attraverso moderni strumenti informatici come i GIS; conoscerà i fondamenti della progettazione di costruzioni rurali per l'ambiente montano e gli strumenti per il disegno del progetto assistito dal computer (CAD).
Invece, per gli aspetti di valorizzazione del territorio montano, il laureato in Scienze della Montagna conoscerà i principi economici di base che caratterizzano il settore agroforestale e possiederà le conoscenze necessarie per la comprensione o la promozione di efficaci politiche di sviluppo dei territori montani.
Infine, conoscerà i principali prodotti tipici delle varie zone di montagna nonché le tecniche per la loro produzione e commercializzazione.
Studierà le logiche alla base dei flussi turistici e apprenderà le tecniche di marketing del turismo e del territorio montano.
Gli obiettivi di conoscenza e capacità di comprensione vengono perseguiti, innanzitutto, con lezioni frontali, integrate da esercitazioni, singole e/o di gruppo in aula o di campo, e seguite dallo studio individuale.
Un importante significato didattico acquisiscono le esercitazioni interdisciplinari fuori sede.
L'attività formativa include approfondimenti caratterizzanti sia in campo scientifico che professionale ed è integrata da seminari tenuti da docenti interni ed esterni, e da professionisti di comprovata esperienza.
Gli strumenti per la verifica delle conoscenze e della capacità di comprensione attese consistono negli esami di profitto.
Le modalità di svolgimento degli esami di profitto, pur nelle forme previste dal regolamento didattico, rientrano nella libertà d'insegnamento del singolo docente.
Possono essere prove scritte, orali o pratiche.
Ad esempio, nel caso dell'insegnamento di Dendrologia e Dasologia montana, lo studente dovrà presentare un erbario di almeno venti campioni di specie legnose e sostenere una prova orale in cui deve confrontarsi con il docente su tre argomenti, uno a sua scelta (che può anche configurarsi nella presentazione di una tesina) e due scelti dal docente e proposti sotto forma di domande.
Dopo aver risposto ai quesiti, dovrà dimostrare di saper riconoscere un campione di una specie arborea proposto dal docente.
Agli esami di profitto che concludono il corso per ciascuna disciplina, si possono aggiungere, a discrezione del docente, delle prove in itinere, finalizzate ad un maggiore coinvolgimento dello studente e verificare la progressiva acquisizione da parte dello studente delle nozioni impartite durante il corso.
Tali prove rappresentano una consuetudine per i corsi di matematica e chimica.
Capacità di applicare conoscenza e comprensione
Il laureato saprà utilizzare gli approcci e gli strumenti propri della matematica, della fisica, della chimica e della biologia per affrontare lo studio dei problemi relativi alle discipline professionalizzanti, nonché, successivamente, per impostare progetti di carattere agrario, forestale ed agronomico.
Così, il laureato saprà operare un inquadramento ecologico di una stazione forestale e riconoscere il tipo forestale di riferimento, riconoscere le tendenze dinamiche di un popolamento forestale con particolare attenzione ai processi di competizione e di rinnovazione.
Inoltre sarà in grado di scegliere governo, trattamento e sistema di utilizzazione di un bosco in base al contesto socio-economico e ai vincoli normativi considerando anche i servizi ecosistemici.
Avrà capacità di progettare interventi selvicolturali per la conservazione della natura con particolare riferimento alle aree montane.
Il laureato in Scienze della Montagna saprà adoperarsi per la prevenzione dei dissesti idrogeologici intervenendo con opere di regimazione delle acque e avrà padronanza degli strumenti necessarie per la gestione e la rappresentazione cartografica del territorio attraverso lo studio della topografia, cartografia e le costruzioni forestali.
Allo stesso tempo, laureato saprà gestire i sistemi di produzione agricola e zootecnica, valorizzare i prodotti tipici dei territori montani, occuparsi della loro trasformazione, commercializzazione e marketing.
Infine, il laureato saprà interloquire con gli operatori economici, per lo sviluppo delle politiche territoriali e di area, anche con riferimento agli aspetti turistici, in una logica di sostenibilità degli interventi proposti.
Gli strumenti didattici con cui i risultati attesi vengono conseguiti sono rappresentati dalle lezioni frontali, le esercitazioni e i project works.
Le lezioni frontali vengono impartire in moduli di un'ora ciascuna, per più ore e giorni durante la settimana, con narrativa e spiegazioni di fenomeni e processi che sono sempre sostenute da sussidi didattici quali diapositive, filmati o modelli fisici.
Oltre alle lezioni frontali, il principale strumento didattico per sviluppare la capacità di applicare conoscenza e comprensione è rappresentato dalle esercitazioni, in laboratorio o in campo, dove gli studenti dovranno esercitare le conoscenze acquisite attraverso attività individuali o di gruppo.
Inoltre, è stato, stabilito che, per quanto possibile, a conclusione di ogni insegnamento lo studente debba avere acquisito, oltre alle nozioni generali della disciplina, almeno una competenza pratica specifica.
Ad esempio, alla fine de corso di chimica, lo studente dovrà sapere eseguire una semplice analisi delle acque.
Oppure, a conclusione del corso di selvicoltura, essere in grado di cubare gli alberi in piedi.
I cosiddetti project works sono, invece, dei laboratori dove gli studenti, guidati da uno o più esperti, anche esterni all'università, affrontano lo svolgimento di un tema di ricerca o progettuale.
Dopo, l'analisi degli aspetti teorici si passa allo sviluppo operativo come, ad esempio, nel caso della valutazione della qualità ecologica di un corso d'acqua.
In tal senso, un ruolo particolarmente importante viene svolto anche dall'attività di tirocinio pratico-applicativo svolto presso aziende, enti o istituti di ricerca preferibilmente extrauniversitari, sia in Italia che all'estero.
Infine, vengono svolti cicli di seminari su argomenti di varia natura, ma pur sempre collegati con la formazione necessaria per chi dovrà impegnarsi nella gestione e lo sviluppo dei territori montani.
Gli strumenti con cui il conseguimento dei risultati attesi viene verificato sono gli esami di profitto e la prova finale.
Le modalità di svolgimento degli esami di profitto, già descritte nel precedente paragrafo, possono consistere in prove scritte, orali o pratiche.
La prova finale, le cui modalità di svolgimento sono illustrate a parte, riguarda la predisposizione di un elaborato relativo ad uno o anche più temi affrontati durante l'intero corso di studi.
Generalmente la prova ha il carattere di rapporto, di piccolo progetto o di ricerca sperimentale, abbastanza semplice nell'impostazione, ma non banale, quale, ad esempio, l'analisi floristica e vegetazionale di una piccola area, il censimento dell'avifauna di uno specchio d'acqua, le modalità di coltivazione di una specie adatta all'agricoltura di montagna, le strategie di valorizzazione di un prodotto tipico del territorio.
Autonomia di giudizio
I laureati in Scienze della Montagna hanno capacità di raccogliere, elaborare, interpretare e utilizzare in modo autonomo i dati e i materiali relativi all’analisi e alla gestione conservativa o sostenibile dei sistemi montani, sia per quanto attiene agli aspetti naturalistici che per quanto concerne quelli produttivi, economici e sociali.
Al tempo stesso sono preparati per recepire le necessarie considerazioni di ordine politico ed etico, con particolare riferimento alla teoria e alla pratica della conservazione e della gestione delle risorse naturali.
Durante il corso gli studenti sviluppano la capacità di condurre ricerche bibliografiche su fonti scientifiche, tecniche e normative, anche tramite accesso a banche dati elettroniche, nonché la capacità di valutare progetti o piani.
Apprendono a comunicare informazioni, idee, problemi e soluzioni a interlocutori specialisti e non specialisti.
Sviluppano, inoltre, quelle capacità di apprendimento che sono loro necessarie per intraprendere efficacemente successivi studi di livello superiore.
I laureati sono in grado di valutare in modo critico le problematiche connesse con tutti gli aspetti della loro attività, incluse quelle relative alle responsabilità sociali ed etiche derivanti dal loro operare.
L'autonomia di giudizio viene sviluppata mediante le attività, sia autonome che di gruppo, che richiedono allo studente uno sforzo personale individuale (redazione di un elaborato nell'ambito dei singoli corsi o per la prova finale, valutazione della didattica e delle altre attività formative) ed il confronto con i colleghi e i docenti soprattutto durante i seminari e le esercitazioni in campo.Abilità comunicative
I laureati in Scienze della Montagna sono in grado di esprimersi correttamente in italiano scritto e parlato, sanno comunicare informazioni, idee, problemi e soluzioni a interlocutori specialisti e non specialisti e posseggono gli strumenti di base necessari per applicarsi alla divulgazione ambientale.
Sono, inoltre, in grado di comunicare in una lingua dell'Unione Europea diversa dalla propria, di norma l'inglese, e sanno impiegare strumenti tecnologicamente evoluti di presentazione audiovisiva.
Le modalità di accertamento e valutazione della preparazione dello studente prevedono una prova orale durante la quale sono valutate, oltre alle conoscenze acquisite dallo studente, anche la capacità di comunicarle con chiarezza e rigore.
Le abilità comunicative sono sviluppate anche durante le esercitazioni, il tirocinio, le eventuali esperienze presso università straniere e durante la prova finale che è strutturata per verificare anche tale abilità.
Capacità di apprendimento
I laureati in Scienze della Montagna sono in possesso delle necessarie basi culturali e conoscono gli approcci metodologici dell'apprendimento necessari sia per l'eventuale proseguimento degli studi nei settori delle scienze forestali, naturali, ambientali, agrarie ed economiche, sia per il continuo aggiornamento in campo lavorativo.
Questo obiettivo è raggiunto anche attraverso la realizzazione di seminari tematici e altri momenti di incontro, quali esercitazioni ed incontri con tecnici ed esperti del settore.
Gli studenti sviluppano adeguate capacità per l'approfondimento delle competenze, anche con riferimento alla consultazione di materiale bibliografico, di banche dati telematiche, nonché l'utilizzo di strumenti conoscitivi di base per l'aggiornamento continuo delle conoscenze, suggeriti dai diversi docenti.
Allo sviluppo delle capacità di apprendimento e al confronto delle proprie abilità potranno contribuire le iniziative di mobilità studentesca attivate presso l'Ateneo ed il Dipartimento DAFNE (p.e.
progetti Erasmus).
La verifica del raggiungimento dell'obiettivo è legata ai risultati di profitto nell'ambito dei singoli corsi e della prova finale.
I laureati in Scienze della Montagna hanno le capacità di apprendimento necessarie per intraprendere studi successivi nei settori agrario, forestale e ambientale, con adeguato grado di autonomia.Requisiti di ammissione
L'iscrizione al corso di laurea in Scienze della Montagna è possibile per coloro che siano in possesso del diploma di scuola media superiore o di titolo equipollente conseguito all'estero.
E' comunque previsto un test d'accesso di cultura scientifica, finalizzato a verificare la preparazione di base e a rendere lo studente consapevole della scelta operata e delle sue attitudini al corso.
Il test è obbligatorio, ma non ha carattere selettivo e non preclude l'immatricolazione al corso di studio.
La prova d'ingresso è costituita da un test chiuso di 20 domande: 5 di algebra; 5 di geometria; 5 di logica e 5 di chimica.
Il test restituisce esito positivo se lo studente risponde correttamente almeno al 60% delle domande previste.
Prima dell'inizio delle lezioni del nuovo anno accademico sono previsti cicli di seminari di preparazione al test d'accesso.
Lo studente che non consegue un risultato positivo dovrà assolvere obblighi formativi aggiuntivi entro il primo anno di corso.
Per agevolare tale compito il Dipartimento organizza nel primo semestre specifici corsi di recupero in Matematica e Chimica.
Alla fine del corso di recupero viene effettuata la verifica dell'assolvimento degli obblighi formativi aggiuntivi.
La verifica viene proposta a cadenza almeno bimestrale.
Obbligo dello studente è recuperare gli OFA (Obbligo formativo aggiuntivo) entro il 1° anno.
Prova finale
Le attività formative relative alla preparazione della prova finale per il conseguimento del titolo e la relativa verifica consistono nella preparazione e discussione di un elaborato scritto su una o più tematiche affrontate nel percorso didattico e con un impegno complessivo di 4 CFU.
Per essere ammessi alla prova finale occorre avere conseguito tutti i crediti nelle altre attività formative previste dal piano di studi.
La votazione della prova finale è espressa in centodecimi con eventuale lode.
Alla formazione della votazione finale concorrono la carriera dello studente, la valutazione della qualità dell'elaborato finale e della presentazione dinanzi alla Commissione di laurea, nonché il tempo impiegato per il conseguimento della laurea, secondo quanto precisato in dettaglio nell'apposito Regolamento del Corso e di Dipartimento.Orientamento in ingresso
ORIENTAMENTO IN INGRESSO
Nel file allegato si presentano le attività di orientamento svolte dal personale del DAFNE dal mese di maggio
2020 sino al mese di maggio 2021.
Per volontà del Consiglio di dipartimento il gruppo di orientamento DAFNE
ed il gruppo di comunicazione DAFNE sono stati uniti in un unico gruppo definito Orientamento e
Comunicazione DAFNE.
Lo staff di Orientamento e Comunicazione DAFNE attualmente e' costituito da:
• Delegato dell'Orientamento DAFNE per il settore Forestale e referente per il Piano di Orientamento e
Tutorato POT “ECS10” per le lauree di classe L-25 Prof.
Sergio Madonna Cell.
3207981960 sermad@unitus.it
• Delegato dell’Orientamento DAFNE per il settore Agrario Prof.
Stefano Speranza Tel.
0761-357471
speranza@unitus.it
• Delegato per la Comunicazione DAFNE, Prof.
Angelo Mazzaglia, tel.
0761 357339 angmazza@unitus.it
Altri referenti:
• Dott.ssa Emilia Gitto (mansioni amministrative ed organizzative);
• Dott.
Doriano Vittori (mansioni organizzative e logistiche);
• Dott.ssa Claudia Menghini e sig.
Nino De Pace (questi ultimi pur ricoprendo principalmente altre mansioni
rappresentano una stabile ed efficace interfaccia, soprattutto nel periodo estivo per ricevere e smistare gli
studenti).
Emergenza COVID19
A causa del perdurare della emergenza COVID19, in armonia con quanto organizzato a livello di Ateneo, tutti
i servizi di tutorato e di orientamento sono stati convertiti in servizi e sportelli virtuali nei periodi in cui non
era possibile svolgere attività in presenza.
Stessa cosa è stata fatta con gli Open Day che si sono svolti in
modalità virtuale.
Il Dipartimento DAFNE insieme agli altri Dipartimenti di Ateneo ha contribuito
all’aggiornamento dei video che illustrano il nostro Dipartimento e la nostra offerta formativa, caricati nel
nuovo canale YouTube appositamente attivato.
Sono stati inoltre organizzati servizi aggiuntivi a disposizione
degli studenti che verranno dettagliati nel seguito.
Piano di Orientamento e Tutorato (POT)
Nel corso del 2020 il perdurare della emergenza COVID 19 ha fortemente limitato lo sviluppo al Piano di
Orientamento e Tutorato POT (DM 1047/2017, artt.
5 e 6), per le lauree di Classe L25 “ECS10” di cui L’Ateneo
della Tuscia (referente Prof.
Sergio Madonna), è risultato vincitore, insieme ad una cordata di altre Università
(con capofila nella Università di Firenze).
Pur avendo proficuamente concluso (sotto il patrocino dell’ufficio
scolastico Regionale) la fase di presentazione del progetto), ai dirigenti ed ai referenti dell’orientamento in
uscita degli Istituti, presso gli Uffici Scolastici Provinciali (Azione 1A) non si è potuto dare seguito a gran parte
degli incontri organizzati per presentare il POT presso i singoli Istituti , (Azione 1B), a causa della pandemia
che, oltre che impedire gli eventi in presenza, ha anche compresso enormemente gli spazi dedicati agli eventi
di orientamento in modalità on-line.
I tutors disciplinari che sono stati reclutati hanno comunque garantito
un servizio di assistenza per la preparazione ai test di accesso a tutti gli studenti che ne hanno fatto richiesta
e hanno fornito assistenza sulle materie di base agli studenti iscritti, sia presso le sedi di Viterbo che di Rieti.
Per quanto riguarda il 2021, in accordo con l’Ateneo capofila, I fondi originariamente previsti nel POT per le
missioni ed azioni di orientamento in presenza presso gli Istituti, inutilizzati a causa della pandemia COVID,
sono stati quindi rimodulati ed interamente utilizzati per reclutare nuovi tutors per prolungare i servizi di
assistenza e tutorato in modalità prevalentemente on-line, oltre la data originariamente prevista per la
conclusione e la rendicontazione del POT 2018-2019.
I tutors reclutati con questi fondi residui hanno quindi
potuto continuare a fornire un supporto specifico per le specifiche finalità del Piano anche nel corso dei primi
mesi del 2021 ovvero:
• garantire una scelta universitaria più consapevole e motivata;
• garantire una migliore formazione degli studenti sulle materie di base (Italiano, matematica, chimica, fisica,
biologia, inglese, ecc);
• ridurre il numero degli studenti che finiscono fuori corso o abbandonano il corso di studi;
• rafforzare le competenze e i soft skills utili per trovare un lavoro alla fine del percorso universitario.
È stata inoltre aggiornata e implementata (sempre nell’ambito della Azione 1B del POT), la nostra Guida
interattiva ai Servizi di Orientamento e Tutorato, realizzata lo scorso anno.
Tale guida, scaricabile anche sugli
smartphone, è stata concepita non solo per mettere in contatto con un semplice click gli studenti con i nostri
servizi “virtuali” di orientamento e con i servizi di tutorato per le materie di base, attivi grazie al reclutamento
dei tutors disciplinari (per fare il test di autovalutazione, eseguire esercizi on line, verificarne l’esecuzione e
ottenerne la spiegazione), ma anche per scaricare in modo rapido i compendi della collana DIALOGARE
sviluppati da UNIFI (università capofila del POT), relativi alle discipline di chimica, matematica, fisica, biologia
e logica Questa guida insieme agli inviti ai nostri “Virtual Open Day” è stata distribuita agli studenti dai
referenti dell’Orientamento che hanno aderito al nostro POT, tramite i canali e le classi virtuali che ciascun
istituto ha adottato.
Con i fondi POT residui è stata infine bandita una borsa di studio per “analisi degli effetti prodotti
dall’emergenza covid19 sulle competenze in ingresso agli studi universitari - corsi di classe l-25” soprattutto
per quanto riguarda le materie di base (matematica e chimica)., nonché per valutare i risultati dei test di
autovalutazione (Azione 1.C) prodotti lo scorso anno.
La borsa inoltre permetterà di mantenere attivo il
servizio di sportello-on line per l’assistenza agli studenti che frequentano i corsi di laurea di classe L-25 e degli
studenti che intendono sostenere il test di accesso fino all’entrata in servizio dei nuovi tutors reclutati grazie
alla assegnazione dei fondi PLS E POT a.s.
2019 e a.s.
2020 (DM 435/2020, art.
2).
Infatti, come è noto, nel
corrente anno i POT sono stati finanziati tramite una assegnazione aggiuntiva che è arrivata direttamente
agli Atenei a cui facevano riferimento i singoli POT e non più all’Ateneo capofila.
Pertanto, nel corso del 2020-
2021 sono stati avviati una serie di incontri per pianificare azioni di coordinamento a tra i tre POT attivi in
Ateneo il PLS ed il LABFORM, grazie al quale erano già stati organizzati ed erogati i corsi di formazioni per i
tutors nel corso del 2020 (Azione 2.C).
È stato quindi possibile armonizzare una serie di azioni comuni che ottimizzano le risorse messe a disposizione
dal nostro Ateneo descritte con maggior dettaglio nella tabella in allegato (Previsione azioni POT-PLS 2020-
2021).
In estrema sintesi è stato deciso di estendere a livello di Ateneo il servizio di tutorato per le materie
di base (in origine attivo solo per il nostro POT per le lauree di classe L-25), ovvero per il reclutamento dei
tutors disciplinari (circa 24) nonché per la loro formazione.
Sono stata inoltre previste attività di crescita
professionale per i docenti delle scuole secondarie superiori, e per la produzione di risorse multimediali.
Le
residue risorse sono state equamente suddivise tra i tre POT ed il PLS per lo svolgimento delle finalità
specifiche di ciascun piano: (supporto allo studio, gestione delle pagine social e comunicazione con gli istituti,
didattica integrativa e tutorato specifico per le lauree di classe L-25, supporto organizzativo ed attività presso
gli istituti).
L’emergenza COVID19 comunque ha costituito un serio ostacolo, la chiusura del Dipartimento e degli sportelli
di Orientamento aperti al pubblico, durante i lunghi periodi di lockdown ha di fatto limitato molto l’accesso
degli studenti anche ai servizi virtuali offerti, ma scarsamente utilizzati, pertanto le azioni di monitoraggio
delle attività di tutoraggio (Azione 2.D) è stata rimandata alla fine della pandemia ovvero al momento in cui
il numero degli studenti che avranno utilizzato i servizi, ottimizzati a livello di Ateneo, diverrà effettivamente
significativo.
Attività svolte dallo staff dell’Orientamento
I Delegati del Direttore, la Dott.ssa Gitto ed il Dott.
Vittori con il supporto dei tutors hanno svolto mansioni
di gestione e di organizzazione delle attività di orientamento e comunicazione ed in particolare:
• Partecipazione alle commissioni di valutazione, per la selezione dei tutor, in qualità di membri effettivi;
• Cura e realizzazione della Guida ai servizi di orientamento Unitus/Dafne;
• Contatti con gli Istituti superiori;
• Controllo e gestione attività tutors orientamento (controllo presenze, fogli firme, ecc..);
• Controllo e gestione dei tutors disciplinari (POT)e dei Borsisti;
• Organizzazione e logistica delle attività in occasione di eventi (virtuali causa emergenza covid) come Open
Day, Salone dello studente, etc.
• Front office orientamento (informazioni riguardanti la struttura e le attivita' didattiche, organizzative,
amministrative e di servizio dell'Ateneo, del Dipartimento e del CCS (dal mese di marzo 2020 in modalità di
sportello virtuale causa emergenza COVID 19)
• Supporto nella comunicazione e mediazione diretta tra gli studenti e il corpo docente
• Organizzazione della comunicazione esterna al Dipartimento
• Assistenza e orientamento on line su varie piattaforme di video conferenza, quali zoom, Skype, Meet.
(dal
mese di marzo 2020 causa emergenza COVID 19);
• Pianificazione visite ed esercitazioni presso i laboratori di ricerca del
• Dipartimento (contatti con i docenti responsabili dei laboratori del DAFNE,
• (prima del mese di marzo 2020 causa emergenza COVID 19);
• Contatti con i docenti degli Istituti superiori, ecc.);
• Contatti con centro Stampa di Ateneo per realizzazione flyers, locandine e manifesti;
• Cura (in collaborazione con il Direttore, con il delegato alla comunicazione Prof.
Angelo Mazzaglia ed alla
dottoressa Antonella Cardacino), della pagina Facebook DAFNE.
e di Instagram;
• Predisposizione e pubblicazione Bandi per attività di orientamento (Gitto);
• Contatti con gestore interno sito Dipartimento per news relative ad attività di orientamento, Open Day,
iniziative varie, Bandi, ecc.
• Informazioni di orientamento su attività Erasmus nel DAFNE
• Gestione e controllo tutor Erasmus
Sintesi delle principali attività di orientamento
Nell'intervallo temporale considerato si è data completa attuazione alla integrazione delle attività di
orientamento del Dipartimento DAFNE con quelle di orientamento dell'Ateneo, coordinate dal delegato del
Rettore Prof.
Carere.
Sono state svolte in modo regolare riunioni di coordinamento a cui hanno partecipato
i delegati dell’orientamento dei singoli Dipartimenti (Proff.
Speranza e Madonna per il Dip.
DAFNE), nonché
i delegati per la comunicazione (Proff.
Mazzaglia per il Dip.
DAFNE).
Il gruppo si è riunito periodicamente
stabilendo un calendario unico e condiviso a livello di Ateneo per tutte le attività di Orientamento (erogate
in forma virtuale dopo l’emergenza COVID 19).
Il gruppo di Orientamento di Ateneo ha svolto le sue riunioni
di programmazione congiuntamente con il gruppo di Comunicazione di Ateneo (delegato Prof.
Mario
Pireddu).
Tali attività sono culminate nel mese di Aprile 2021 con la presentazione e l’adozione del “Manuale
di Identità Visiva di Ateneo” grazia al quale viene garantito il mantenimento di uno standard di identità
comunicativa di Ateneo per tutte le attività comunicazione ed informazione.
L’attività congiunta ha permesso
inoltre l’attivazione di un canale YOUTUBE dedicato all’orientamento che può garantire standard omogenei
rispetto al materiale che viene caricato dai singoli Dipartimenti.
Le principali attività di orientamento che sono state svolte dal mese di maggio 2020 al mese di maggio 2021
sono dettagliate nella tabella in allegato (Attivita Orientamento DAFNE 2020-2021)
Pur nell’ottica di una maggiore condivisione ciascun Dipartimento ha comunque mantenuto e ove possibile
consolidato, i contatti con gli Istituti con i quali, negli scorsi anni, sono state concordate specifiche attività di
orientamento, soprattutto quelli per i quali i nostri corsi di studio rappresentano, storicamente, il normale
completamento del loro percorso formativo e che costituiscono attualmente il nostro principale bacino di
utenza.
Tuttavia, l’entrata in vigore del nuovo portale GOMP ha comportato alcuni problemi legati alla
estrazione dei dati storicamente utilizzati per indirizzare in modo più specifico le attività di orientamento di
Dipartimento (dati di provenienza degli studenti DAFNE suddivisi per corso di laurea e per Istituto).
Analogamente risulta ancora complessa l’estrazione dei dati relativi al numero degli studenti iscritti ad un
anno successivo al primo che non hanno ancora sostenuto gli esami delle materie di base (in particolare
matematica e chimica) indispensabili per indirizzare le azioni del Piano di Orientamento e Tutorato.
In conclusione, nel corso del 2020-2021.
le azioni di orientamento si sono svolte soprattutto in modo virtuale
e sono state fortemente limitate dalla emergenza COVID che ha ridotto in modo significativo le tradizionali
attività di orientamento in uscita che venivano svolte dagli Istituti che non sono state sostituite in modo
efficace da analoghe attività di tipo virtuale.
Il materiale volto ad illustrare l'offerta formativa del Dipartimento e' stato quindi aggiornato tenendo conto
della necessità di informare in modo diretto e semplice gli studenti potenziando le attività di comunicazione
attraverso i social.
Per quanto riguarda i tutors -Tra il mese di maggio 2020 e quello del 2021, si è proceduto sia al rinnovo del
contratto dei tutors che avevano dato la loro disponibilità all’aumento del numero delle ore, sia al
reclutamento di nuovi tutors.
Si è inoltre provveduto ad assegnare almeno un tutor di riferimento a ciascun
corso di Laurea di I e di II livello al fine di affiancare le attività dei relativi referenti per l’orientamento.
I tutors
inoltre hanno svolto le poche attività di orientamento in sede permesse dall’emergenza COVID (accoglienza
e ricevimento presso l'Ufficio orientamento nei giorni previsti degli studenti prenotati, gestione delle visite
prenotate presso le nostre strutture, ecc.) Hanno inoltre assicurato la copertura dei servizi di orientamento
e tutorato on-line negli orari previsti per i relativi sportelli virtuali e e durante i virtual Open Day Unitus e
DAFNE
I tutors con la collaborazione del Dott.
Vittori della Dott.ssa Gitto, del personale della Segreteria Didattica e
di alcuni docenti, oltre che assicurare un presidio (virtuale) anche nel periodo Estivo, hanno fornito
informazioni sulla nostra offerta formativa a tutti gli interessati, rispondendo alle mail, alle telefonate e
ricevendo chi è venuto direttamente al nostro Dipartimento.
Ove possibile gli interessati sono stati smistati
e indirizzati direttamente ai Presidenti dei CCS o ai loro referenti per informazioni specifiche per i singoli corsi
A partire dall’entrata in vigore delle disposizioni relative alla emergenza COVID19 tali attività sono state
svolte in modalità virtuale o in smart working.
Naturalmente l’emergenza COVID ha comportato una cancellazione di tutte le attività che erano state
pianificate nel periodo primaverile (quello più attivo sotto il profilo dell’orientamento), sia di quelle che
dovevano essere svolte presso le strutture del Dipartimento DAFNE, sia di quelle manifestazioni o Open Day
dei singoli Istituti per le quali era' stata la richiesta la presentazione della offerta formativa del nostro
Dipartimento.
Nonostante i tentativi fatti non è stato possibile svolgere queste ultime attività nemmeno in
modo “virtuale” dato il ritardo accumulato nel normale svolgimento della attività didattica nelle aule virtuali
degli istituti.
Di conseguenza, nella tabella in allegato il sintetico schema delle principali attività svolte risulta
drasticamente ridotto rispetto agli scorsi anni
Tuttavia è stata comunque potenziata la mail list di tutti gli Istituti di provenienza dei nostri studenti ed in
particolare l’elenco dei referenti dell’orientamento in uscita con i quali sono state concordate attività
informative per gli studenti (consegna del materiale informativo e della guida interattiva ai servizi) attraverso
l’invio di periodiche informazioni sui nostri corsi e sulle nostre attività ed in particolare: date degli Open Day,
Virtuali, link alla pagina facebook di Dipartimento, manifestazioni, seminari, diffusione di iniziative
Scientifiche ecc..
Tale mail list è divenuta fondamentale per l’organizzazione delle attività e degli open Day, divenuti “virtuali”
a seguito della emergenza COVID19.
Per tutti gli Istituti inseriti nella mail list, ad inizio dell’anno scolastico è stata inviata una mail di presentazione
del nostro dipartimento, curata dal nostro Direttore, a cui è stato allegato il nostro materiale informativo che
è stato snellito e sintetizzato in una guida interattiva ai servizi ed ai corsi del nostro Dipartimento e del nostro
Ateneo realizzata nell’ambito del progetto POT
Nonostante l’emergenza COVID19 il numero degli studenti che hanno partecipato ai Virtual Open Day sia di
Ateneo sia dei singoli Corsi di studio è risultato sostanzialmente in linea con quello degli anni precedenti.
Questi eventi virtuali sono stati coordinati dal gruppo di orientamento di Ateneo che hanno permesso la
presentazione accurata delle filiere scientifiche e umanistiche presenti in Ateneo.
La necessità di svolgere in modo virtuale gli Open Day ha favorito la possibilità di distribuire le presentazioni
dei singoli corsi su più giorni garantendo al tempo stesso una ottimale presentazione sia dell’area tecnico
scientifica nel suo complesso, sia dei singoli corsi di studio di I e di II livello illustrati in specifiche aule virtuali
dedicate.
Per corsi come quello di Scienze della Montagna presso la sede Decentrata di Rieti si è comunque preferito
mantenere una data separata rispetto agli altri corsi, in linea con una consolidata tradizione e con quanto
fatto per analoghi corsi di sedi esterne come quella di Civitavecchia.
Per i corsi di studio di laurea magistrale erogato dal DAFNE sono stati organizzati eventi virtuali singoli di
presentazione dei diversi CCS LM.
Tutti gli eventi sono stati videoregistrati e sono stati caricati sul sito youtube di orientamento.
Nonostante l’emergenza COVID19 i numeri delle presenze agli open Day, nello scorso anno mostrano una
sostanziale tenuta della diffusione delle informazioni sulle nostre attività di orientamento confermati da
quelli relativi alle immatricolazioni.
E’ auspicabile che lo stesso accada anche questo anno.
Il gruppo di orientamento di Ateno ha attivato un modulo on line di contattto per attività di orientamento
dei potenziali studenti.
Con cadenza giornaliera l’ufficio di orientamento di Ateneo ha inviato i contatti ai
referenti di dipartimento che hanno, con la fattiva attività di coordinamento dell’ufficio di orientamento di
dipartimento e con i tutor di orientamento, contattato tutti gli interessati.Il Corso di Studio in breve
Il Corso di laurea in Scienze della Montagna nasce dall'aggiornamento complessivo dell'offerta formativa dell'Università della Tuscia nella classe L-25.
In particolare il corso di laurea interessa la sede distaccata di Rieti con l'obiettivo di diversificare definitivamente il percorso didattico proposto dall'Ateneo viterbese nella sede reatina rispetto a quello presente a Viterbo e, allo stesso tempo, di offrire al mondo del lavoro una nuova figura di laureato, con competenze specifiche per intervenire a livello di analisi e gestione su quei vasti territori montani che oggi risultano in parte marginali, ma che nell'immediato futuro potrebbero divenire il teatro di importanti trasformazioni nel nostro Paese e rappresentare il terreno di coltura per una nuova imprenditorialità.
Le ragioni alla base di un corso in Scienze della Montagna derivano da un'attenta analisi di ciò che sta avvenendo nei territori montani a livello internazionale, nazionale e locale.
Nello scenario mondiale i problemi fondamentali che riguardano le aree di montagna sono almeno tre.
Il primo aspetto è quello legato al dissesto e alla erosione e desertificazione dei suoli.
Il fenomeno che, interessa drammaticamente anche il nostro Paese, determina una costante riduzione delle superfici coltivabili con enormi ripercussioni sulle economie locali sia per via diretta che indiretta (industrie di trasformazione, trasporti, turismo, salute e benessere, ecc.).
Il secondo è connesso con i cambiamenti climatici in atto che in un arco temporale di 50 anni vedono un incremento delle temperature medie che potrebbe essere non inferiore a 2°C.
Una prevedibile conseguenza è la profonda modificazione degli attuali ambienti montani.
Gli assetti faunistici e vegetazionali muteranno sia in termini qualitativi con una possibile riduzione della biodiversità (scomparsa delle specie meno termofile), sia sul piano distributivo con lo spostamento verso l'alto delle specie e popolazioni termofile.
Ciò potrebbe aumentare, come già sembra profilarsi, gli episodi di dissesto idrogeologico, ma anche incidere profondamente sull'economia dei territori montani (contrazione del turismo invernale, cambiamento dell'agricoltura e della zootecnia, ecc.).
Il terzo aspetto, di solito trascurato, riguarda l'incremento demografico a livello planetario.
Le ultime proiezioni in materia smentiscono categoricamente i più ottimistici modelli prodotti negli anni passati e mostrano che per la fine del secolo la popolazione mondiale raggiungerà un numero compreso tra 9.6 e 12.3 miliardi di abitanti, più di quanti possano essere mantenuti con le produzioni agricole attuali.
Necessariamente, quindi, la pressione sulla zone montane finirà con l'accentuarsi.
Inoltre, l'incremento demografico interesserà soprattutto l'Africa con connesso rapido e massiccio aumento dei flussi migratori verso l'Europa.
Anche a livello nazionale i primi fenomeni da considerare sono quelli connessi con le dinamiche demografiche e le conseguenti politiche economiche, sociali e di attenzione all'ambiente.
Pur essendo il territorio nazionale per il 54.3 % montano, vede una popolazione residente che, a partire dalla seconda metà dell'Ottocento, è progressivamente diminuita ed oggi risulta di poco superiore al 12 %.
D'altra parte, dopo il grande spopolamento delle aree montane alpine e, soprattutto, appenniniche degli anni Cinquanta-Settanta del secolo scorso il processo si è diversificato.
Mentre nell'Italia settentrionale si è osservata un'inversione di tendenza e nell'ultimo decennio i dati Istat indicano un ritorno della popolazione sulle montagne, in quella centrale e, ancor di più, meridionale i residenti nelle zone montane sono ancora in diminuzione con percentuali che nell'ultimo decennio, sono state spesso superiori al 10%.
Le conseguenze di questa 'mancanza di presidio' sono, da un lato la sempre minore manutenzione dell'ambiente con gli esiti a tutti noti, dall'altro la perdita di valore economico dei territori montani con progressivo invecchiamento e impoverimento delle popolazioni ancora residenti.
L'Italia centrale e, nello specifico, il territorio reatino rappresentano in maniera paradigmatica questi processi: l'abbandono delle attività agricole e della trasformazioni dei prodotti della terra, la deindustrializzazione dell'area reatina innescata dalla cessazione della Cassa del Mezzogiorno ed esplosa negli ultimi anni a causa della recente e grave crisi economica, la caduta del turismo invernale (Monte Terminillo) per l'accorciamento del periodo di innevamento e la contemporanea crescita di altri centri di villeggiatura invernale hanno generato una condizione di grave disagio se non sofferenza per la popolazione locale.
Il fenomeno si riproduce in gran parte dell'Umbria, in Abruzzo, Molise, Frusinate, Irpinia, ecc., e il primo sintomo è rappresentato dalla mancanza di fiducia nel futuro delle giovani generazioni che si traduce in demotivazione verso lo studio e il lavoro e, quindi, nell'abbandono del territorio nativo.
Tutte queste considerazioni, la richiesta della classe dirigente locale di rendere l'offerta formativa universitaria in Sabina ancor più aderente alle necessità del territorio hanno portato a riconoscere in un corso dedicato all'ambiente montano la migliore risposta alle necessità di creare figure professionali innovative e in grado di rispondere alle nuove esigenze che si stanno profilando sul mercato del lavoro.
Scienze della Montagna, infatti, presenta i tratti di un corso di laurea innovativo che, come verrà dettagliatamente descritto nei paragrafi successivi, è stato attentamente calibrato per contribuire allo sviluppo del territorio della montagna peninsulare italiana e, più ampiamente, mediterranea.
Peraltro, dalle indagini svolte preliminarmente alla progettazione del corso è emerso che Scienze della Montagna avrebbe carattere quasi di unicità nel panorama universitario globale.
Infatti, sembra che ad oggi siano attivi solamente un Corso di laurea in Environmental Science in Montainous Areas presso l'Università di Shinshu, in Cina, una Summer school in Mountain Science presso l'università dell'Idaho, negli USA, un corso in Mountain Studies presso l'Università di Alberta, in Canada, e un Master in Environmental Management of Mountain Areas (EMMA) proposto in lingua tedesca dall'Università di Innsbruck in collaborazione con quella di Bolzano.
A questi va aggiunto quella che probabilmente è l'iniziativa più interessante per il settore: il corso di laurea in Valorizzazione e Tutela dell'Ambiente e del Territorio Montano, offerto dall'Università di Milano presso la sede distaccata di Edolo (BS).
Detto corso risulta un'iniziativa di notevole interesse per il territorio alpino come dimostrato dalle numerose attività che sono nate intorno al percorso universitario curriculare e dal notevole numero di studenti che riesce ad attrarre (76 nell'ultimo anno).
In definitiva, lo scopo del corso di laurea in Scienze della Montagna è la formazione di un laureato con elevate capacità analitiche, progettuali e gestionali del territorio montano e delle sue risorse, con particolare riferimento alla conservazione dell'ambiente naturale e della sua biodiversità, alla gestione sostenibile delle risorse agro-forestali e zootecniche e alla valorizzazione del turismo e dei prodotti locali.
Per il conseguimento del titolo è necessario avere acquisito nel corso del triennio 180 CFU superando 17 esami (più le AFS), una prova di lingua inglese, un periodo di tirocinio, anche all'estero, e una prova finale.
Il laureato in Scienze della Montagna è in possesso dei requisiti necessari per risultare una figura professionale immediatamente spendibile sul mercato del lavoro, ma, nel contempo, possiede le specifiche basi scientifiche e culturali per accedere ad un corso di laurea magistrale.
In tal senso, Scienze della Montagna è progettato per trovare il naturale proseguimento nel corso di laurea magistrale in vari corsi di secondo livello e, in particolare, Conservazione e Restauro dell'Ambiente Forestale e difesa del Suolo offerto dalla stessa Università della Tuscia;
Sulla base delle competenze acquisite nel corso universitario e del titolo conseguito, il laureato in Scienze della Montagna può trovare sbocchi lavorativi presso i Carabinieri Forestali, i Ministeri, le Regioni, gli Enti Parco e Aree protette, le Comunità Montane, le Industrie, gli Studi di progettazione e consulenza e le imprese, in particolare quelle che operano nei territori montani.
Può collaborare alle attività delle Associazioni ambientaliste anche con riferimento al settore della divulgazione ambientale.
Come insegnante nella formazione professionale, il laureato in Scienze della Montagna può anche occuparsi della didattica nei percorsi di formazione professionale, somministrando lezioni individuali o per gruppi e addestrando all'uso in sicurezza di macchine ed attrezzature utilizzate in ambito forestale ed ambientale.
Il laureato in Scienze della Montagna può, infine, svolgere libera professione autonoma o associarsi a società e studi professionali che operano nei settori di riferimento.
Il corso, infatti, consente l'abilitazione all'esercizio delle seguenti professioni regolamentate:
- agronomo e forestale junior (previo superamento Esame di Stato - sezione B);
- agrotecnico laureato, perito agrario laureato, perito industriale laureato.
Lo studente espliciterà le proprie scelte al momento della presentazione,
tramite il sistema informativo di ateneo, del piano di completamento o del piano di studio individuale,
secondo quanto stabilito dal regolamento didattico del corso di studio.
GESTIONE DEL TERRITORIO MONTANO
Generale
FIRST YEAR
First semester
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Course
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Credits
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Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code
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Contact Hours
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Exercise Hours
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Laboratory Hours
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Personal Study Hours
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Type of Activity
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Language
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17682 -
Principles of chemistry
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8
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CHIM/06
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64
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-
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-
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-
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Basic compulsory activities
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ITA |
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18125 -
Mathematic
(objectives)
Knowledge of the contents of Mathematics aimed at understanding the other applicative subjects foreseen in the course of studies.
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6
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MAT/05
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48
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-
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-
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-
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Basic compulsory activities
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ITA |
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18127 -
General Biology
(objectives)
Acquisition of the basis for understanding the living world, knowledge of cell types, and fundamental processes taking place at the cell level (transcription, translation, energy metabolism, etc.). Attendance at lectures and participation in laboratory exercises will allow the student to acquire basic knowledge of General Biology. Specifically, the student will be able to: • Know the current theories regarding the origin of life. Know the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. • Know the main evolutionary theories that can explain the evolution of living beings. • Know the structure of nucleic acids and DNA replication. • Know the main processes related to the transmission of characters • Know the main processes related to energy metabolism in autotrophs and heterotrophs.
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6
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BIO/01
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48
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-
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-
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-
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Basic compulsory activities
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ITA |
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18169 -
English language
(objectives)
English level B1 At this level you can understand:
Main points on common topics at work, school, or traveling
General and specific details given clear speech
Factual texts on subjects of interest
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6
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48
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-
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-
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-
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Final examination and foreign language test
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ITA |
Second semester
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Course
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Credits
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Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code
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Contact Hours
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Exercise Hours
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Laboratory Hours
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Personal Study Hours
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Type of Activity
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Language
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118634 -
Faunistica
(objectives)
The course aims to provide students with both theoretical and practical knowledge, enabling them to make a professional contribution to the planning phase of wildlife management in agro-silvo-pastoral areas. Specifically, the course intends to equip students with a fundamental understanding of: 1. Ecology applied to wildlife management; 2. The relationships and interactions between wildlife and the biotic and abiotic components of different ecosystems (agricultural, livestock, forestry, urban/peri-urban); 3. Habitat Suitability Modeling; 4. The systematics, distribution, evolutionary history, morphology, biology, ecology, and ethology of species of particular conservation or hunting interest, typically associated with mountain ecosystems; 5. Methods and techniques for population surveys, counts and estimates; 6. Problematic and/or invasive species, whether native or non-native (Alien Invasive Species); 7. Understanding the interactions between wildlife and human activities: threat factors, impacts, and mitigation methods/strategies; 8. Knowledge of the main specific regulations. The course combines theoretical lectures with practical exercises and case studies, preparing students to effectively contribute to the monitoring and sustainable management of wildlife within a complex ecosystem framework. KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The student must demonstrate the knowledge of species of particular conservation and hunting interest, typically associated with mountain ecosystems, as well as the technical terminology of the field. Additionally, the student should have acquired a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of ecology as applied to wildlife management and population studies. This includes knowledge of monitoring techniques, population counting and abundance estimation, wildlife data analysis, interpretation of population dynamics, and understanding of conservation regulations and active management practices. The student should also grasp the concepts of biodiversity, the logical process behind selecting appropriate monitoring techniques in different environments, and the factors influencing both the distribution and abundance of species and the emergence of interactions that negatively impact human activities. APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The student must demonstrate the ability to apply basic theoretical knowledge to practical situations in wildlife monitoring and management. This includes the skill to collect wildlife presence and abundance data both in the field and from major geoportals and informational layers. It will also be important to adapt survey methodologies to the specific characteristics of the study areas and the species being monitored. MAKING JUDGEMENTS The student must be able to make informed and autonomous decisions regarding: 1. The objectives to pursue based on the conservation status of the species, of its populations, and any interactions with human activities. 2. The most appropriate monitoring, counting, or estimation techniques under specific environmental and socio-economic conditions. 3. The determination of sustainable harvesting levels, if applicable, for huntable populations or those under demographic control. 4. The methods of population reinforcement (restocking and/or reintroduction) for populations in unfavorable conservation status. 5. The integrated eradication strategies for invasive alien species. 6. The regulations to reference in order to demonstrate the feasibility of the intervention deemed appropriate or necessary in each situation. COMMUNICATION SKILLS The student must be able to clearly and effectively communicate the study approaches, the results and implications of monitoring, the status of the studied population, and the most appropriate management strategies to various audiences, including colleagues, environmental management officials, and the general public. This includes preparing reports, presenting findings in a clear and understandable manner, and participating in discussions on topics related to wildlife conservation and management. LEARNING SKILLS The student must demonstrate the ability to learn autonomously and continuously, integrating new information and techniques in the field of wildlife monitoring and management. This includes staying updated on the latest research and methodologies, as well as undertaking additional studies and research to enhance their skills.
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6
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AGR/18
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48
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-
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-
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-
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Core compulsory activities
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ITA |
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18150 -
Botany and princilples of plant ecology
(objectives)
Knowledge of the plant cell in relation to plant structure and functions. Understanding of anatomical-functional differences between Conifers, dicot and monocot Angiosperms . Compare the reproductive cycles of mosses, ferns, gymnosperms, angiosperms. The phenotype and its modifications according to the environment.
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7
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BIO/03
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48
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-
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8
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-
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Basic compulsory activities
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ITA |
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119252 -
Ecologia e Conservazione degli ecosistemi montani
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6
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BIO/07
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48
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-
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-
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-
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Core compulsory activities
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ITA |
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18149 -
Geology
(objectives)
The course has three main objectives: 1) to provide some fundamental elements of Earth Sciences aimed at understanding the evolution of the Earth's system and its dynamic character; 2) provide basic notions for the interpretation and use of geological data available at national and regional level (for non-geological professionals); 3) highlight the multiple hazards and geological risk factors that characterize the national territory. Taking into account that the application of the European INSPIRE (INfrastructure for SPatial InfoRmation in Europe) directive implemented in Italy with Legislative Decree 32/2010, has completely changed the management and distribution of territorial data and, in particular, geological data. The course also provides indications on how to use the geothematic data made available by standard OGC (Open Geospatial Consortium) services, of the leading national and regional geoportals, which have become the main (and often the only) source of information and acquisition of such data. 1) knowledge and understanding At the end of the training activity the student will acquire knowledge on the main dynamic processes affecting the terrestrial system, on the hazard and risk factors associated with them and will be able to understand the terminology and symbols used in geological maps, as well as to have the basic knowledge necessary to acquire geological data from the leading national and regional geoportals 2) applying knowledge and understanding. At the end of the training activity, the student must demonstrate that he can perform a search for geothematic data (and in particular those relating to geological cartography) made available by the leading national and regional geoportals and to use them to carry out a brief description of the physical characteristics of the territory with particular reference to its geological hazard factors and relative risk. 3) making judgements. Through the examples proposed during the lessons and the exercises, the student must be able to evaluate the quality of the geological data acquired or the limits related to their use in territorial studies. He must also be able to correctly cite the source of information obtained to distinguish bibliographic data from his interpretations clearly. 4) communication skills. The student must acquire a primary technical language relating to the topics covered during the lessons and exercises to be able to dialogue with professionals and experts engaged in environmental, territorial analysis, management, and design. Communication skills will be verified during the ongoing tests and during the final exam. 5) learning skills The student will have to demonstrate that he possesses the essential notions to be able to carry out a general analysis of the geological data available (on a limited territorial area), and also to be able to acquire further knowledge. Then acquire data for a more in-depth analysis of specific, variable aspects depending on the local characteristics and, therefore, also different from those treated in the examples considered during the course and exercises.
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6
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GEO/02
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48
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-
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-
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-
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Core compulsory activities
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ITA |
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16978 -
Optional subjects
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12
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96
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-
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-
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-
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Elective activities
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ITA |
SECOND YEAR
First semester
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Course
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Credits
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Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code
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Contact Hours
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Exercise Hours
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Laboratory Hours
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Personal Study Hours
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18126 -
Physics
(objectives)
The course aims to provide the necessary elements for understanding the natural physical phenomena and their laws. It is focused on the concepts necessary for a better understanding of the arguments that students encounter in their carrier. This should help them to grasp the importance of this discipline in achieving a deeper understanding of topics relevant for the analysis and the management of mountain areas.
Knowledge and understanding The course aims to provide a critical understanding of the principles of Classical Physics (mechanics, fluids, thermodynamics and calorimetry, electromagnetism and waves) necessary for comprehending many phenomena specific to mountain areas and the instrumentation used in the field today. At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to: analyze a problem, identifying the involved physical phenomena; identify the essential elements of a physical phenomenon: the physical quantities involved and the laws governing it classify physical phenomena and compare them, highlighting analogies and differences Applying knowledge and understanding At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to: address problems related to the covered areas of Classical Physics and develop appropriate solution strategies connect acquired knowledge to solve complex problems involving different physical phenomena apply acquired knowledge and use the scientific method to address problems typical of mountain areas Making judgements At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to independently further develop insights on the topics covered. Communication skills At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to: present scientific arguments in a clear and rigorous manner; organize contents logically; use proper terminology and appropriate technical-scientific language Learning skill At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to identify the necessary information to deal with the study of topics related to the analysis and management of mountain areas involving physical phenomena.
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6
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FIS/01
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48
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119253 -
Rilievo del territorio
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Laboratorio di sistemi informativi territoriali
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The course is 56 hours long (7 CFU) and iams to introduce students at the basis of cartography, especially at the usage of geographic information systems. During the course, history of cartography, traditional definitions and concepts of cartography will be provided (types of maps, scale, projection systems, etc.) as well as issues about digital cartography (rasters, vectors). Base knowledge of querying territorial information systems will be given, in order to edit a personal SIT. At the end of the course, the student has to be familiar with the main softwares of digital cartography, web GIS, and Web Map Service systems.
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7
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AGR/10
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56
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Cartografia e rilievo del territorio
(objectives)
Learning Objectives: The course provides fundamental knowledge related to the surveying and representation of the territory, as well as essential elements concerning forest construction. The student will acquire basic knowledge about the methods, tools, and operations for surveying and observing the territory, as well as the principles and tools for its representation. They will apply this knowledge to the planning, execution, and presentation of a field survey. Basic knowledge of forest construction will enable the student to undertake simple design activities.
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7
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AGR/10
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56
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118633 -
Tecnologie di trasformazione dei prodotti di montagna
(objectives)
Acquisition of knowledge related to the main food and products processing. In particular, topics regarding technologies/biotechnologies for the transformation of raw materials, of plant and animal origin, grown and raised in mountain areas, will be addressed. The lessons will be articulated following the production chains that are subject to the recognition of the indication "Mountain product", established by art. 31 of Regulation (EU) no. 1151/2012 and regulated by the D.M. of the M.I.P.A.A.F. n. 57167 of 26 July 2017. The production chains that will be treated during the course will concern: i) the transformation of meat and eggs; ii) the dairy sector; iii) processed fruit and vegetables; iv) the processing of cereals; v) the production of honey and bee products. The transformation of the so-called "spontaneous products", which although not included in the "Mountain product" brand, will also activate important supply chains, such as medicinal plants and undergrowth products (currants, raspberries, blueberries, brambles, wild strawberries forest, wild asparagus, juniper, strawberry tree, myrtle, epigean mushrooms and truffles). For each supply chain, the student will have to acquire specific knowledge regarding the quality characteristics of the food and the related hygiene and health requirements, the organization of the plants and the evaluation of the process in relation to the operating conditions and conditioning techniques. At the end of the course, he will have to be able to independently define the quality of the food product with the aim of improving its production techniques and marketing. The recognition of the peculiar characteristics of the "mountain product" will provide the student with the basic tool to communicate to the consumer the added value and peculiarity of the food according to the area of origin.
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6
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AGR/15
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48
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18156 -
Informatic and statistics skills
(objectives)
Provide the statistical bases for understanding and describing phenomena and knowing how to draw an experiment with its interpretation. Provide students with tools for using Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for their correct use to write a thesis or a scientific work, to process the data and graphs that represent them.
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6
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48
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Other activities
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Second semester
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18158 -
Plant genetics
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Get the basic concepts to understand the hereditary mechanisms and genetic bases useful in the evolution of populations and in the management and protection of mountainous and non-mountainous territory.
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6
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AGR/07
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48
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119254 -
Gestione forestale
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Dendrologia e dasologia
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KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Learn the main concepts regarding the biology of forest species and their recognition. APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Ability to apply the diagnostic methodologies necessary for the identification of forest tree species and the recognition of the main forest formations. Collect the data useful for understanding the taxonomy, growth habit, chorology, temperament, cenology and customary uses of each woody species in the various Italian forestry consortia, demonstrating a professional approach both to devise and support arguments and to solve management and conservation problems. MAKING JUDGMENTS Recognize and manage the main forest typologies in mountain environments, in reference to production objectives, protection of the territory and conservation of biodiversity, including reflections on related social, scientific or ethical issues. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Acquire technical terminology to communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions clearly and in detail to the scientific and public community. LEARNING SKILLS Develop learning skills necessary to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy.
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7
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AGR/05
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56
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Selvicoltura
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The course aims to provide knowledge in the field of science and practice of forest cultivation, based on forest ecology, to meet the needs of individuals and communities, considering the demands of society, but preserving the quantity and quality of the forest heritage over time to make them available to future generations. To address the fundamental principles of sustainable forest management and the role of management in achieving environmental sustainability goals. Knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the structure, functioning and mechanisms of regeneration of the arboreal component of the forest ecosystem and its regeneration methods. Ability to analyse and describe forest cenosis from a structural and management point of view. Understanding of the relationships between the forest and the physical and biological environment in which it grows, of the limiting factors and of the reaction to cultivation interventions. Degradation and improvement factors Appling knowledge and understanding Ability to provide guidance for the design and implementation of forest management interventions with a view to sustainable forest management, in the various forest communities considered (coppice, high forests, even-aged forests, uneven-aged forests). Making judgments Understanding the cultural status of each forest and proposing the most appropriate technical solution for its sustainable management, also through the ability to acquire and interpret the information from technical and scientific reference texts, defining the most appropriate management forms in relation to the characteristics of the forest systems, the needs of the property and society; knowing how to evaluate the different technical solutions and orient oneself in the choice of work systems in uses with reference to environmental protection and the health and safety of operators. Communication skills Ability to adequately represent the issues and possible solutions for better management of forest systems, ability to relate to other professional figures and to present proper results, considering the purposes of the work and the interlocutor. Learning skills Develop learning skills needed to keep preparation up to date and to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy.
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7
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AGR/05
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56
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16974 -
Plant diversity
(objectives)
Acquisition of knowledge on plant diversity at the level of the highest taxonomic ranks. Correct use of the scientific names of plant taxa. Use of species identification techniques. Acquisition of the ability to recognize in the field the different taxa of the most common families of angiosperms of the Italian flora.
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6
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BIO/03
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48
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THIRD YEAR
First semester
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119256 -
Agricoltura di montagna
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Zootecnia e prodotti tipici delle aree montane
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Also available in another semester or year
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Alpicoltura
(objectives)
1) Understanding of the basics of agronomy and crop science useful for upland crop system management 2) Comprehension of variety of factors affecting upland crop system management and ability to apply specific solutions 3) Capability to analyze upland farming systems with special attention to rotations and agronomic practices applied to crops for the protection of mountain environment 4) To be able to describe technical features of upland cropping systems as well as their peculiarities and critical aspects 5) To be able to face questions speaking with an appropriate technical language.
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6
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AGR/02
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48
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119255 -
Economia delle aree montane
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Ecoturismo e marketing della montagna
(objectives)
In line with the educational objectives of the 'Mountain Science' degree program, the course aims to provide the right knowledge and competences for defining marketing strategies and policies for a mountain destination from the perspective of environmental sustainability
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6
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SECS-P/08
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48
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Economia e politiche di sviluppo del territorio montano
(objectives)
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The student will acquire knowledge regarding the fundamentals of economics with particular reference to production, the economics of farms and agricultural policies in support of agroforestry farms operating in mountain areas.
APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The skills and knowledge acquired will allow the student to be able to select development policy instruments and interventions by making economically sustainable choices.
MAKING JUDGEMENTS The skills and knowledge acquired will allow the student to be able to select among the various interventions of rural development policy by making sustainable choices from a technical-economic point of view.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS The knowledge acquired will allow the student an adequate ability to communicate effectively with other stakeholders and to collaborate with professionals in the sector regarding economics of farms and agricultural policy.
LEARNING SKILLS The skills acquired will allow the student to learn autonomously, and to be able to carry out analyses based on the specific cases with which he will have to deal in his professional life regarding the policy of support and development of farms operating in mountain areas.
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6
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AGR/01
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48
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18360 -
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4
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Final examination and foreign language test
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18367 -
Training stage
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7
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Other activities
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Second semester
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119257 -
Frutticoltura in ambiente montano
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The educational objectives of the course Fruit Growing in Mountainous Environments are: (i) to provide elements on the morpho-anatomical structure of the fruit tree and the functions of the different vegetative and reproductive organs of the plant (ii) propagation techniques of fruit species; (iii) seasonal ecophysiology of the fruit plant and related endogenous and exogenous regulation mechanisms (bud dormancy, endogenous plant hormones and exogenous phytoregulators, photosynthesis and respiration, source-sink relationships,) (iii) fruit growth, ripening, harvesting and storage; (iv) orchard design, implementation and sustainable management with special reference to tree crops for mountain environment; (v) monographic study of fruit trees suitable for cultivation in mountain environment; (vi) notes of digital applications to the orchard.
Knowledge and ability to understand: the student must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of: (i) the morpho-anatomical structure of an arboreal fruit plant (crown/roots; scion/graft) and the main propagation techniques; (ii) role and functions of the different organs of the plant including organographic recognition of the different fruit species; (iii) endogenous and exogenous regulatory mechanisms of the plant; (iv) elements of plant ecophysiology; (v) elements of post-harvest physiology and fruit ripening indices; (vi) vegetative and reproductive biology, vegetative growth, types of fruit set, fruit types and relative growth, fruit composition of the main tree species with particular reference to types suitable for cultivation in mountainous environments; (vii) sustainable orchard design, implementation and management including digital applications for monitoring and management 4. 0 of the orchard.
Ability to apply knowledge and understanding: the student should use the knowledge acquired to: (i) fully describe a perennial fruit plant; (ii) describe the relationships and interactions between the different organs of the plant; (iii) understand which factors endogenous and exogenous to the plant can be limiting for growth and production; (iv) evaluate the possible metabolic criticalities deriving from the plant's vegetative-productive processes in relation to the pedoclimatic environment and to the cultivation technique applied; (v) ability to design, implement and manage an orchard in a sustainable manner, also by means of digital applications; (vii) assessing the optimal harvest time through the use of indices of the technological quality of the fruit, in particular for fruit trees suitable for cultivation in mountainous environments.
Autonomy of judgement: the student must be able to evaluate autonomously in order to: (i) diagnose possible misalignments from the general model of perennial fruit plant and indicate possible corrective interventions; (ii) evaluate the relationships and interactions between the different plant organs and intervene for their possible modification; (iii) evaluate the factors internal and external to the plant limiting the seasonal vegetative-productive activity and possible corrective interventions (iv) knowing how to design and manage an orchard according to the criteria of environmental sustainability and digital applications; (v) evaluating the factors limiting the plant's primary metabolism (photosynthesis and respiration) for their possible removal; (vi) evaluating the optimal time of fruit harvesting through the use of ripening indices.
Communication skills: the student must have the ability to explain acquired knowledge in simple and exhaustive manner even to non-expert audiences; he/she must be able to present original papers and manuscripts using the Italian or foreign language in an appropriate and correct manner.
Learning ability: the student must have the ability to keep up to date by means of keyword searches and consultation of texts, bibliographic databases, scientific publications of national and international relevance in order to participate profitably in upgrade courses, seminars, conferences, masters courses, etc.
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6
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AGR/03
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48
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119258 -
Idrologia e sistemazioni idrauliche
(objectives)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES The course deals with the main aspects of river basin design. The fundamental hydrological, hydraulic and erosive processes that can occur within a river basin are analysed. The most common types of intervention to be used for an adequate defence of the territory from hydrogeological instability are identified, with particular regard to naturalistic engineering works.
Knowledge and understanding The course aims to develop students' knowledge and understanding skills, such as: • knowledge and understanding skills in a field of study at a level that is characterised by the use of advanced textbooks and also includes knowledge of some cutting-edge topics in the field of hydraulic forestry systems; • ability to understand hydrological data.
Applied knowledge and understanding The course will enable them to apply knowledge by demonstrating adequate understanding, enabling them, for example: • to apply their knowledge and understanding in a way that demonstrates a professional approach to their work, as well as adequate skills to both devise and support arguments to solve problems in the field of hydraulic forestry systems; • ability to collect hydrological data; • provide a careful examination of hydrological data in relation to flood events, based on observation and analysis.
Making judgements The course will allow the development of independent judgement at various levels, such as • hypothesising which causes most influence the occurrence of hydrogeological instability phenomena • propose solutions for the mitigation of hydrogeological instability phenomena
Communication skills Attending lectures and/or making independent use of the material provided will facilitate the development and application of communication skills, such as • ability to communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions, on the topics covered, to specialist and non-specialist people; • using appropriate and up-to-date technical vocabulary in the field of hydrology.
Learning skills Attending lectures and/or making independent use of the material provided will facilitate the consolidation of one's learning skills, enabling one to, for example • activate a programme of continuous updating of one's knowledge • autonomously identify ways of acquiring information • identify and use the most useful sources of information for personal updating.
This learning capacity will be fundamental for undertaking subsequent studies with a high degree of autonomy.
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6
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AGR/08
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48
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16966 -
Monitoring and defense of the mountain environment
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16966-1 -
Entomologia del sistema montano
(objectives)
The course "Monitoring and Protection of the Mountain Environment" is structured to provide students with a comprehensive and multidisciplinary education. The goal is to prepare professionals capable of addressing the challenges of phytosanitary protection in mountain environments with competence, responsibility, and innovation. Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will acquire an in-depth understanding of the fundamental principles of monitoring and phytosanitary protection, with particular reference to mountain ecosystems. • Knowledge of the main species of insects and pathogenic organisms present in mountain environments, understanding the interactions between plants, harmful organisms (phytophagous, pathogens, etc.), and beneficial organisms. • Understanding the ecological processes and dynamics that regulate plant health in mountain environments, including biotic and abiotic factors. Applying Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will develop the ability to apply advanced monitoring methodologies for the detection and early diagnosis of phytosanitary issues specific to mountain environments. • They will be able to use tools and techniques for integrated protection to safeguard plant health in mountain contexts, minimizing environmental impact and promoting sustainability. • Apply theoretical knowledge to solve practical and operational problems in phytosanitary management of mountain environments. Making Judgements: • The student will develop critical skills to apply various phytosanitary monitoring and protection strategies, considering the specificities of mountain ecosystems and the socio-environmental impacts of the practices adopted. • They will be able to identify innovative solutions for phytosanitary management, based on scientific data, sustainability criteria, and the peculiarities of mountain environments. Communication Skills: • Acquire the ability to effectively communicate technical and scientific information related to plant health and phytosanitary protection strategies, both to sector specialists and to a non-specialized audience. Learning Skills: • Develop autonomous learning abilities, allowing for continuous updating of knowledge regarding innovative technologies and methods for phytosanitary monitoring and protection. • Encourage a critical and reflective approach to scientific and technical literature, stimulating curiosity and a propensity for continuous research in a rapidly evolving field such as environmental protection in mountain areas.
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6
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AGR/11
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48
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16966-2 -
Patologia forestale
(objectives)
The course "Monitoring and Protection of the Mountain Environment" is structured to provide students with a comprehensive and multidisciplinary education. The goal is to prepare professionals capable of addressing the challenges of phytosanitary protection in mountain environments with competence, responsibility, and innovation. Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will acquire an in-depth understanding of the fundamental principles of monitoring and phytosanitary protection, with particular reference to mountain ecosystems. • Knowledge of the main species of insects and pathogenic organisms present in mountain environments, understanding the interactions between plants, harmful organisms (phytophagous, pathogens, etc.), and beneficial organisms. • Understanding the ecological processes and dynamics that regulate plant health in mountain environments, including biotic and abiotic factors. Applying Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will develop the ability to apply advanced monitoring methodologies for the detection and early diagnosis of phytosanitary issues specific to mountain environments. • They will be able to use tools and techniques for integrated protection to safeguard plant health in mountain contexts, minimizing environmental impact and promoting sustainability. • Apply theoretical knowledge to solve practical and operational problems in phytosanitary management of mountain environments. Making Judgements: • The student will develop critical skills to apply various phytosanitary monitoring and protection strategies, considering the specificities of mountain ecosystems and the socio-environmental impacts of the practices adopted. • They will be able to identify innovative solutions for phytosanitary management, based on scientific data, sustainability criteria, and the peculiarities of mountain environments. Communication Skills: • Acquire the ability to effectively communicate technical and scientific information related to plant health and phytosanitary protection strategies, both to sector specialists and to a non-specialized audience. Learning Skills: • Develop autonomous learning abilities, allowing for continuous updating of knowledge regarding innovative technologies and methods for phytosanitary monitoring and protection. • Encourage a critical and reflective approach to scientific and technical literature, stimulating curiosity and a propensity for continuous research in a rapidly evolving field such as environmental protection in mountain areas.
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6
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AGR/12
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48
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119256 -
Agricoltura di montagna
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Zootecnia e prodotti tipici delle aree montane
(objectives)
Educational objectives In line with the educational objectives of the Degree Course in 'Mountain Sciences', the teaching provided has the general objective of providing basic and applied knowledge on the main systems and techniques for breeding animals of zootechnical interest and on the quality of products of animal origin, with particular attention to the potential of animal husbandry in mountain areas. 1) Knowledge and understanding The student will develop basic and advanced knowledge relating to the management of different production systems (milk, meat, eggs) and on the quality of the products obtained. 2) Applying knowledge and understanding The knowledge acquired will give the student the ability to understand the main critical points related to the management of animals in breeding and the use of appropriate approaches to guarantee animal welfare, reduce risks to consumer health and improve the production efficiency of a livestock farm even in mountain areas. 3) Making judgements The skills and knowledge acquired will allow the student to independently develop their own assessments regarding the resolution of practical problems related to the management of animals in breeding by making reasoned choices in the specific sector. 4) Communication skills The knowledge acquired by the student will allow him to communicate what he has learned using appropriate, clear and professional language. 5) Learning skills The skills acquired by the student will allow him to develop a critical capacity that will allow him to face with great flexibility the different professional contexts in which he will have to operate.
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6
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AGR/18
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Alpicoltura
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Also available in another semester or year
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Teachings extracurricular:
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17009 -
English language B2
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6
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48
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119752 -
Glaciologia e nivologia
(objectives)
With the theorical and the practical preparation of the course and after the final exam, the student will be able to define the framework of the environmental context of the cryosphere in mountain areas, including features and potential risks, and to organize knowledge and data for eventual solutions and interventions. In particular, applying knowledge and understanding, communication and learning skills will be verified.
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3
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GEO/04
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24
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119753 -
Legislazione forestale a ambientale
(objectives)
Knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the national regulatory framework regarding forests, territory and the environment with particular reference to specific matters of the mountain environment as a fundamental tool for planning and implementation of interventions. Understanding of the rules and responsibilities between the State and the Regions and the importance of the regulatory framework.
Applying knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the regulations in the various reference sectors to provide the elements (cognitive and procedural) to allow the planning and execution of interventions in the specific sectors: forest logging, hydrogeological constraints, interventions in protected areas, wildlife management, urban ecosystems, monumental trees.
Making judgements The knowledge of the sector regulations and the skills acquired will form the basis to evaluate and analyze the regulatory path and the administrative procedures that affect the planning and execution of interventions in the forestry, land and environment in a broader sense.
Communication skills The knowledge of the sector regulations and the skills acquired will allow to act as a qualified interlocutor both towards institutions and private individuals/groups/associations who represent stakeholders (direct or indirect), also through specific transmission activities and explanation of the rules.
Learning skills The knowledge acquired in the regulatory sector and in the field of skills and procedures will allow us to manage the understanding of new rules and procedures both in similar contexts and in the wider frameworks.
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4
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IUS/10
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32
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119858 -
Machines, tools and techniques for urban greenery
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Also available in another semester or year
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120088 -
Nivologia e glaciologia
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Also available in another semester or year
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Teachings extracurricular:
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17009 -
English language B2
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Also available in another semester or year
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119752 -
Glaciologia e nivologia
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Also available in another semester or year
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119753 -
Legislazione forestale a ambientale
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Also available in another semester or year
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119858 -
Machines, tools and techniques for urban greenery
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3
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AGR/09
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24
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120088 -
Nivologia e glaciologia
(objectives)
Educational goals
With the theorical and the practical preparation of the course and after the final exam, the student will be able to define the framework of the environmental context of the cryosphere (Glacier, snow and permafrost) in mountain areas, including features and potential risks, and to organize knowledge and data for eventual solutions and interventions. From the practical point ov view a special attention (with a deep programme of theoric and practical exercises) will be devoted to snow surveys and related methodologies and sinthetic outcomes, in particular, snow stratigraphy and snow on the ground profile. Fundamental priciples of geomorphology of mountain environment will be introduced, coupled to the study and recognising/survey, in the framework of global warming, of landforms and effects. In particular, applying knowledge and understanding, communication and learning skills will be verified.
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6
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GEO/04
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Alpino
FIRST YEAR
First semester
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17682 -
Principles of chemistry
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8
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CHIM/06
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64
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18125 -
Mathematic
(objectives)
Knowledge of the contents of Mathematics aimed at understanding the other applicative subjects foreseen in the course of studies.
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6
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MAT/05
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48
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18127 -
General Biology
(objectives)
Acquisition of the basis for understanding the living world, knowledge of cell types, and fundamental processes taking place at the cell level (transcription, translation, energy metabolism, etc.). Attendance at lectures and participation in laboratory exercises will allow the student to acquire basic knowledge of General Biology. Specifically, the student will be able to: • Know the current theories regarding the origin of life. Know the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. • Know the main evolutionary theories that can explain the evolution of living beings. • Know the structure of nucleic acids and DNA replication. • Know the main processes related to the transmission of characters • Know the main processes related to energy metabolism in autotrophs and heterotrophs.
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6
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BIO/01
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48
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Basic compulsory activities
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ITA |
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18169 -
English language
(objectives)
English level B1 At this level you can understand:
Main points on common topics at work, school, or traveling
General and specific details given clear speech
Factual texts on subjects of interest
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6
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48
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Final examination and foreign language test
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ITA |
Second semester
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118634 -
Faunistica
(objectives)
The course aims to provide students with both theoretical and practical knowledge, enabling them to make a professional contribution to the planning phase of wildlife management in agro-silvo-pastoral areas. Specifically, the course intends to equip students with a fundamental understanding of: 1. Ecology applied to wildlife management; 2. The relationships and interactions between wildlife and the biotic and abiotic components of different ecosystems (agricultural, livestock, forestry, urban/peri-urban); 3. Habitat Suitability Modeling; 4. The systematics, distribution, evolutionary history, morphology, biology, ecology, and ethology of species of particular conservation or hunting interest, typically associated with mountain ecosystems; 5. Methods and techniques for population surveys, counts and estimates; 6. Problematic and/or invasive species, whether native or non-native (Alien Invasive Species); 7. Understanding the interactions between wildlife and human activities: threat factors, impacts, and mitigation methods/strategies; 8. Knowledge of the main specific regulations. The course combines theoretical lectures with practical exercises and case studies, preparing students to effectively contribute to the monitoring and sustainable management of wildlife within a complex ecosystem framework. KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The student must demonstrate the knowledge of species of particular conservation and hunting interest, typically associated with mountain ecosystems, as well as the technical terminology of the field. Additionally, the student should have acquired a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of ecology as applied to wildlife management and population studies. This includes knowledge of monitoring techniques, population counting and abundance estimation, wildlife data analysis, interpretation of population dynamics, and understanding of conservation regulations and active management practices. The student should also grasp the concepts of biodiversity, the logical process behind selecting appropriate monitoring techniques in different environments, and the factors influencing both the distribution and abundance of species and the emergence of interactions that negatively impact human activities. APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The student must demonstrate the ability to apply basic theoretical knowledge to practical situations in wildlife monitoring and management. This includes the skill to collect wildlife presence and abundance data both in the field and from major geoportals and informational layers. It will also be important to adapt survey methodologies to the specific characteristics of the study areas and the species being monitored. MAKING JUDGEMENTS The student must be able to make informed and autonomous decisions regarding: 1. The objectives to pursue based on the conservation status of the species, of its populations, and any interactions with human activities. 2. The most appropriate monitoring, counting, or estimation techniques under specific environmental and socio-economic conditions. 3. The determination of sustainable harvesting levels, if applicable, for huntable populations or those under demographic control. 4. The methods of population reinforcement (restocking and/or reintroduction) for populations in unfavorable conservation status. 5. The integrated eradication strategies for invasive alien species. 6. The regulations to reference in order to demonstrate the feasibility of the intervention deemed appropriate or necessary in each situation. COMMUNICATION SKILLS The student must be able to clearly and effectively communicate the study approaches, the results and implications of monitoring, the status of the studied population, and the most appropriate management strategies to various audiences, including colleagues, environmental management officials, and the general public. This includes preparing reports, presenting findings in a clear and understandable manner, and participating in discussions on topics related to wildlife conservation and management. LEARNING SKILLS The student must demonstrate the ability to learn autonomously and continuously, integrating new information and techniques in the field of wildlife monitoring and management. This includes staying updated on the latest research and methodologies, as well as undertaking additional studies and research to enhance their skills.
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6
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AGR/18
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18149 -
Geology
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The course has three main objectives: 1) to provide some fundamental elements of Earth Sciences aimed at understanding the evolution of the Earth's system and its dynamic character; 2) provide basic notions for the interpretation and use of geological data available at national and regional level (for non-geological professionals); 3) highlight the multiple hazards and geological risk factors that characterize the national territory. Taking into account that the application of the European INSPIRE (INfrastructure for SPatial InfoRmation in Europe) directive implemented in Italy with Legislative Decree 32/2010, has completely changed the management and distribution of territorial data and, in particular, geological data. The course also provides indications on how to use the geothematic data made available by standard OGC (Open Geospatial Consortium) services, of the leading national and regional geoportals, which have become the main (and often the only) source of information and acquisition of such data. 1) knowledge and understanding At the end of the training activity the student will acquire knowledge on the main dynamic processes affecting the terrestrial system, on the hazard and risk factors associated with them and will be able to understand the terminology and symbols used in geological maps, as well as to have the basic knowledge necessary to acquire geological data from the leading national and regional geoportals 2) applying knowledge and understanding. At the end of the training activity, the student must demonstrate that he can perform a search for geothematic data (and in particular those relating to geological cartography) made available by the leading national and regional geoportals and to use them to carry out a brief description of the physical characteristics of the territory with particular reference to its geological hazard factors and relative risk. 3) making judgements. Through the examples proposed during the lessons and the exercises, the student must be able to evaluate the quality of the geological data acquired or the limits related to their use in territorial studies. He must also be able to correctly cite the source of information obtained to distinguish bibliographic data from his interpretations clearly. 4) communication skills. The student must acquire a primary technical language relating to the topics covered during the lessons and exercises to be able to dialogue with professionals and experts engaged in environmental, territorial analysis, management, and design. Communication skills will be verified during the ongoing tests and during the final exam. 5) learning skills The student will have to demonstrate that he possesses the essential notions to be able to carry out a general analysis of the geological data available (on a limited territorial area), and also to be able to acquire further knowledge. Then acquire data for a more in-depth analysis of specific, variable aspects depending on the local characteristics and, therefore, also different from those treated in the examples considered during the course and exercises.
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6
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GEO/02
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48
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119252 -
Ecologia e Conservazione degli ecosistemi montani
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6
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BIO/07
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48
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16978 -
Optional subjects
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12
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96
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18150 -
Botany and princilples of plant ecology
(objectives)
Knowledge of the plant cell in relation to plant structure and functions. Understanding of anatomical-functional differences between Conifers, dicot and monocot Angiosperms . Compare the reproductive cycles of mosses, ferns, gymnosperms, angiosperms. The phenotype and its modifications according to the environment.
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7
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BIO/03
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48
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8
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Physics
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The course aims to provide the necessary elements for understanding the natural physical phenomena and their laws. It is focused on the concepts necessary for a better understanding of the arguments that students encounter in their carrier. This should help them to grasp the importance of this discipline in achieving a deeper understanding of topics relevant for the analysis and the management of mountain areas.
Knowledge and understanding The course aims to provide a critical understanding of the principles of Classical Physics (mechanics, fluids, thermodynamics and calorimetry, electromagnetism and waves) necessary for comprehending many phenomena specific to mountain areas and the instrumentation used in the field today. At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to: analyze a problem, identifying the involved physical phenomena; identify the essential elements of a physical phenomenon: the physical quantities involved and the laws governing it classify physical phenomena and compare them, highlighting analogies and differences Applying knowledge and understanding At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to: address problems related to the covered areas of Classical Physics and develop appropriate solution strategies connect acquired knowledge to solve complex problems involving different physical phenomena apply acquired knowledge and use the scientific method to address problems typical of mountain areas Making judgements At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to independently further develop insights on the topics covered. Communication skills At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to: present scientific arguments in a clear and rigorous manner; organize contents logically; use proper terminology and appropriate technical-scientific language Learning skill At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to identify the necessary information to deal with the study of topics related to the analysis and management of mountain areas involving physical phenomena.
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6
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FIS/01
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48
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119253 -
Rilievo del territorio
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Laboratorio di sistemi informativi territoriali
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The course is 56 hours long (7 CFU) and iams to introduce students at the basis of cartography, especially at the usage of geographic information systems. During the course, history of cartography, traditional definitions and concepts of cartography will be provided (types of maps, scale, projection systems, etc.) as well as issues about digital cartography (rasters, vectors). Base knowledge of querying territorial information systems will be given, in order to edit a personal SIT. At the end of the course, the student has to be familiar with the main softwares of digital cartography, web GIS, and Web Map Service systems.
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7
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AGR/10
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56
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Cartografia e rilievo del territorio
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Learning Objectives: The course provides fundamental knowledge related to the surveying and representation of the territory, as well as essential elements concerning forest construction. The student will acquire basic knowledge about the methods, tools, and operations for surveying and observing the territory, as well as the principles and tools for its representation. They will apply this knowledge to the planning, execution, and presentation of a field survey. Basic knowledge of forest construction will enable the student to undertake simple design activities.
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7
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AGR/10
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56
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18156 -
Informatic and statistics skills
(objectives)
Provide the statistical bases for understanding and describing phenomena and knowing how to draw an experiment with its interpretation. Provide students with tools for using Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for their correct use to write a thesis or a scientific work, to process the data and graphs that represent them.
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6
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48
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119259 -
Meteorologia e climatologia
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6
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FIS/06
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48
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Second semester
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18158 -
Plant genetics
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Get the basic concepts to understand the hereditary mechanisms and genetic bases useful in the evolution of populations and in the management and protection of mountainous and non-mountainous territory.
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6
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AGR/07
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48
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119254 -
Gestione forestale
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Dendrologia e dasologia
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KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Learn the main concepts regarding the biology of forest species and their recognition. APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Ability to apply the diagnostic methodologies necessary for the identification of forest tree species and the recognition of the main forest formations. Collect the data useful for understanding the taxonomy, growth habit, chorology, temperament, cenology and customary uses of each woody species in the various Italian forestry consortia, demonstrating a professional approach both to devise and support arguments and to solve management and conservation problems. MAKING JUDGMENTS Recognize and manage the main forest typologies in mountain environments, in reference to production objectives, protection of the territory and conservation of biodiversity, including reflections on related social, scientific or ethical issues. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Acquire technical terminology to communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions clearly and in detail to the scientific and public community. LEARNING SKILLS Develop learning skills necessary to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy.
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7
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AGR/05
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56
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Selvicoltura
(objectives)
The course aims to provide knowledge in the field of science and practice of forest cultivation, based on forest ecology, to meet the needs of individuals and communities, considering the demands of society, but preserving the quantity and quality of the forest heritage over time to make them available to future generations. To address the fundamental principles of sustainable forest management and the role of management in achieving environmental sustainability goals. Knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the structure, functioning and mechanisms of regeneration of the arboreal component of the forest ecosystem and its regeneration methods. Ability to analyse and describe forest cenosis from a structural and management point of view. Understanding of the relationships between the forest and the physical and biological environment in which it grows, of the limiting factors and of the reaction to cultivation interventions. Degradation and improvement factors Appling knowledge and understanding Ability to provide guidance for the design and implementation of forest management interventions with a view to sustainable forest management, in the various forest communities considered (coppice, high forests, even-aged forests, uneven-aged forests). Making judgments Understanding the cultural status of each forest and proposing the most appropriate technical solution for its sustainable management, also through the ability to acquire and interpret the information from technical and scientific reference texts, defining the most appropriate management forms in relation to the characteristics of the forest systems, the needs of the property and society; knowing how to evaluate the different technical solutions and orient oneself in the choice of work systems in uses with reference to environmental protection and the health and safety of operators. Communication skills Ability to adequately represent the issues and possible solutions for better management of forest systems, ability to relate to other professional figures and to present proper results, considering the purposes of the work and the interlocutor. Learning skills Develop learning skills needed to keep preparation up to date and to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy.
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7
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AGR/05
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56
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16974 -
Plant diversity
(objectives)
Acquisition of knowledge on plant diversity at the level of the highest taxonomic ranks. Correct use of the scientific names of plant taxa. Use of species identification techniques. Acquisition of the ability to recognize in the field the different taxa of the most common families of angiosperms of the Italian flora.
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6
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BIO/03
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48
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THIRD YEAR
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119261 -
Alpicoltura
(objectives)
1) Understanding of the basics of agronomy and crop science useful for upland crop system management 2) Comprehension of variety of factors affecting upland crop system management and ability to apply specific solutions 3) Capability to analyze upland farming systems with special attention to rotations and agronomic practices applied to crops for the protection of mountain environment 4) To be able to describe technical features of upland cropping systems as well as their peculiarities and critical aspects 5) To be able to face questions speaking with an appropriate technical language.
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6
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AGR/02
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48
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119260 -
Economia e politiche di sviluppo del territorio montano
(objectives)
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The student will acquire knowledge regarding the fundamentals of economics with particular reference to production, the economics of farms and agricultural policies in support of agroforestry farms operating in mountain areas.
APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The skills and knowledge acquired will allow the student to be able to select development policy instruments and interventions by making economically sustainable choices.
MAKING JUDGEMENTS The skills and knowledge acquired will allow the student to be able to select among the various interventions of rural development policy by making sustainable choices from a technical-economic point of view.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS The knowledge acquired will allow the student an adequate ability to communicate effectively with other stakeholders and to collaborate with professionals in the sector regarding economics of farms and agricultural policy.
LEARNING SKILLS The skills acquired will allow the student to learn autonomously, and to be able to carry out analyses based on the specific cases with which he will have to deal in his professional life regarding the policy of support and development of farms operating in mountain areas.
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6
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AGR/01
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48
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119267 -
Gestione in alta quota
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Emergenze e soccorso in montagna
(objectives)
2. Educational objectives The course, with particular reference to the specific risks of high altitude that can determine civil protection emergencies (snow risk, avalanche risk, risk in glacial and periglacial environments), has the following objectives: a. provide the first elements of general knowledge of the natural risks present at high altitude, starting from real news events, from the analysis of the statistics of mountain accidents and from the description of the different types of objective and subjective risk, to highlight the topicality, size, entity and nature of the problem as well as the type of users affected; b. indicate and describe the most important steps of the civil protection legislation to identify tasks, skills, procedures and responsibilities in the management of the related risks (prevention, forecasting, emergency and rescue); c. initiate knowledge of avalanche risk, through the analysis of accident statistics, the description of the warning system and emergency management at national, regional and local level, the identification of areas of competence and responsibility; d. provide general elements and notions on the activities implemented to prevent avalanche risk, illustrating activities, tools and systems used to manage avalanche risk, avoiding or reducing the effects of snow mass detachment; e. transmit general elements and notions on avalanche danger forecasting activities on a local and synoptic- regional scale, preparatory to assessing and managing local and regional risk through the public warning system; f. illustrate the principles and processes of snow physics that are the basis of understanding avalanche dynamics, the European EAWS (European Avalanche Warning Services) and international (ISSW) standards for local assessment of snowpack stability and for the development and drafting of danger bulletins; g. describe the methodologies for the development and drafting of avalanche risk bulletins; h. illustrate the methodologies for the management of avalanche emergencies, with particular reference to the competent bodies, procedures, activities and tools adopted, the nature and types of rescue interventions, also through the description of real cases that have become case studies of international importance; i. illustrate the state of work in Italy and in Europe on the management of risk associated with landslide phenomena in glacial and periglacial environments. l. provide useful information on the organization of Alpine Rescue in Italy and in the world. 3. Expected learning outcomes
1) Knowledge and understanding At the end of the training activity, the student will acquire knowledge on the nature, typologies, size and management of the risks peculiar to high altitudes that can generate civil protection emergencies, and will be able to understand the organization, tasks, levels of responsibility, procedures, terminology and symbols adopted by the competent bodies in the field, both at local and regional and national and European level, as well as having the basic knowledge necessary to be able to acquire further detailed and in-depth information. 2) Applied knowledge and understanding At the end of the training activity, the student must demonstrate that he/she is able to transmit the knowledge and skills acquired during the course, applying them: in the analysis and/or observations of situations other than those illustrated during the course and of his/her direct knowledge, in the reading and interpretation of danger and risk bulletins, in the evaluation of the methodologies to be adopted to manage a risk and/or an emergency peculiar to high altitudes, in the evaluation of the stability of the snowpack on a single slope through analyses, tests and international standard trials. 3) Autonomy of judgment Through the examples proposed during the lessons and during the exercises, the student must be able to evaluate the correctness of the procedures and work methodologies adopted, the quality of the information acquired, the limits related to their use in the assessment of danger and risk. He/she must also be able to correctly cite the source of the information acquired in order to clearly distinguish the scientific and objective data, as well as bibliographical, from his/her own subjective considerations and personal interpretations. 4) Communication skills The student must acquire a basic technical language related to the topics covered during the lessons and exercises, in order to be able to communicate with professionals and experts involved in the analysis, management and planning in the sector of prevention, forecasting and management of risks and civil protection emergencies. Communication skills will be tested during theoretical and practical lessons as well as in the final exam. 5) Learning ability The student must demonstrate that he/she possesses the ability to research, analyze and interpret further information and knowledge for a greater in-depth study of the subject, both at local and regional, national and international levels, based on assumptions and objectives different from those illustrated during the course and exercises.
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6
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MED/45
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48
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Nivologia e glaciologia
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18367 -
Training stage
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7
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18360 -
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4
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Final examination and foreign language test
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Second semester
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119263 -
Ingegneria e gestione delle acque
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Ecologia e conservazione delle acque
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6
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AGR/05
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48
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Idrologia e sistemazioni idrauliche
(objectives)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES The course deals with the main aspects of river basin design. The fundamental hydrological, hydraulic and erosive processes that can occur within a river basin are analysed. The most common types of intervention to be used for an adequate defence of the territory from hydrogeological instability are identified, with particular regard to naturalistic engineering works.
Knowledge and understanding The course aims to develop students' knowledge and understanding skills, such as: • knowledge and understanding skills in a field of study at a level that is characterised by the use of advanced textbooks and also includes knowledge of some cutting-edge topics in the field of hydraulic forestry systems; • ability to understand hydrological data.
Applied knowledge and understanding The course will enable them to apply knowledge by demonstrating adequate understanding, enabling them, for example: • to apply their knowledge and understanding in a way that demonstrates a professional approach to their work, as well as adequate skills to both devise and support arguments to solve problems in the field of hydraulic forestry systems; • ability to collect hydrological data; • provide a careful examination of hydrological data in relation to flood events, based on observation and analysis.
Making judgements The course will allow the development of independent judgement at various levels, such as • hypothesising which causes most influence the occurrence of hydrogeological instability phenomena • propose solutions for the mitigation of hydrogeological instability phenomena
Communication skills Attending lectures and/or making independent use of the material provided will facilitate the development and application of communication skills, such as • ability to communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions, on the topics covered, to specialist and non-specialist people; • using appropriate and up-to-date technical vocabulary in the field of hydrology.
Learning skills Attending lectures and/or making independent use of the material provided will facilitate the consolidation of one's learning skills, enabling one to, for example • activate a programme of continuous updating of one's knowledge • autonomously identify ways of acquiring information • identify and use the most useful sources of information for personal updating.
This learning capacity will be fundamental for undertaking subsequent studies with a high degree of autonomy.
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6
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AGR/08
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48
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16966 -
Monitoring and defense of the mountain environment
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16966-1 -
Entomologia del sistema montano
(objectives)
The course "Monitoring and Protection of the Mountain Environment" is structured to provide students with a comprehensive and multidisciplinary education. The goal is to prepare professionals capable of addressing the challenges of phytosanitary protection in mountain environments with competence, responsibility, and innovation. Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will acquire an in-depth understanding of the fundamental principles of monitoring and phytosanitary protection, with particular reference to mountain ecosystems. • Knowledge of the main species of insects and pathogenic organisms present in mountain environments, understanding the interactions between plants, harmful organisms (phytophagous, pathogens, etc.), and beneficial organisms. • Understanding the ecological processes and dynamics that regulate plant health in mountain environments, including biotic and abiotic factors. Applying Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will develop the ability to apply advanced monitoring methodologies for the detection and early diagnosis of phytosanitary issues specific to mountain environments. • They will be able to use tools and techniques for integrated protection to safeguard plant health in mountain contexts, minimizing environmental impact and promoting sustainability. • Apply theoretical knowledge to solve practical and operational problems in phytosanitary management of mountain environments. Making Judgements: • The student will develop critical skills to apply various phytosanitary monitoring and protection strategies, considering the specificities of mountain ecosystems and the socio-environmental impacts of the practices adopted. • They will be able to identify innovative solutions for phytosanitary management, based on scientific data, sustainability criteria, and the peculiarities of mountain environments. Communication Skills: • Acquire the ability to effectively communicate technical and scientific information related to plant health and phytosanitary protection strategies, both to sector specialists and to a non-specialized audience. Learning Skills: • Develop autonomous learning abilities, allowing for continuous updating of knowledge regarding innovative technologies and methods for phytosanitary monitoring and protection. • Encourage a critical and reflective approach to scientific and technical literature, stimulating curiosity and a propensity for continuous research in a rapidly evolving field such as environmental protection in mountain areas.
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6
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AGR/11
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48
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16966-2 -
Patologia forestale
(objectives)
The course "Monitoring and Protection of the Mountain Environment" is structured to provide students with a comprehensive and multidisciplinary education. The goal is to prepare professionals capable of addressing the challenges of phytosanitary protection in mountain environments with competence, responsibility, and innovation. Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will acquire an in-depth understanding of the fundamental principles of monitoring and phytosanitary protection, with particular reference to mountain ecosystems. • Knowledge of the main species of insects and pathogenic organisms present in mountain environments, understanding the interactions between plants, harmful organisms (phytophagous, pathogens, etc.), and beneficial organisms. • Understanding the ecological processes and dynamics that regulate plant health in mountain environments, including biotic and abiotic factors. Applying Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will develop the ability to apply advanced monitoring methodologies for the detection and early diagnosis of phytosanitary issues specific to mountain environments. • They will be able to use tools and techniques for integrated protection to safeguard plant health in mountain contexts, minimizing environmental impact and promoting sustainability. • Apply theoretical knowledge to solve practical and operational problems in phytosanitary management of mountain environments. Making Judgements: • The student will develop critical skills to apply various phytosanitary monitoring and protection strategies, considering the specificities of mountain ecosystems and the socio-environmental impacts of the practices adopted. • They will be able to identify innovative solutions for phytosanitary management, based on scientific data, sustainability criteria, and the peculiarities of mountain environments. Communication Skills: • Acquire the ability to effectively communicate technical and scientific information related to plant health and phytosanitary protection strategies, both to sector specialists and to a non-specialized audience. Learning Skills: • Develop autonomous learning abilities, allowing for continuous updating of knowledge regarding innovative technologies and methods for phytosanitary monitoring and protection. • Encourage a critical and reflective approach to scientific and technical literature, stimulating curiosity and a propensity for continuous research in a rapidly evolving field such as environmental protection in mountain areas.
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6
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AGR/12
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48
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119267 -
Gestione in alta quota
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Emergenze e soccorso in montagna
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Also available in another semester or year
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Nivologia e glaciologia
(objectives)
Educational goals
With the theorical and the practical preparation of the course and after the final exam, the student will be able to define the framework of the environmental context of the cryosphere (Glacier, snow and permafrost) in mountain areas, including features and potential risks, and to organize knowledge and data for eventual solutions and interventions. From the practical point ov view a special attention (with a deep programme of theoric and practical exercises) will be devoted to snow surveys and related methodologies and sinthetic outcomes, in particular, snow stratigraphy and snow on the ground profile. Fundamental priciples of geomorphology of mountain environment will be introduced, coupled to the study and recognising/survey, in the framework of global warming, of landforms and effects. In particular, applying knowledge and understanding, communication and learning skills will be verified.
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6
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GEO/04
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17009 -
English language B2
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6
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48
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119752 -
Glaciologia e nivologia
(objectives)
With the theorical and the practical preparation of the course and after the final exam, the student will be able to define the framework of the environmental context of the cryosphere in mountain areas, including features and potential risks, and to organize knowledge and data for eventual solutions and interventions. In particular, applying knowledge and understanding, communication and learning skills will be verified.
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3
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GEO/04
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24
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119753 -
Legislazione forestale a ambientale
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Knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the national regulatory framework regarding forests, territory and the environment with particular reference to specific matters of the mountain environment as a fundamental tool for planning and implementation of interventions. Understanding of the rules and responsibilities between the State and the Regions and the importance of the regulatory framework.
Applying knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the regulations in the various reference sectors to provide the elements (cognitive and procedural) to allow the planning and execution of interventions in the specific sectors: forest logging, hydrogeological constraints, interventions in protected areas, wildlife management, urban ecosystems, monumental trees.
Making judgements The knowledge of the sector regulations and the skills acquired will form the basis to evaluate and analyze the regulatory path and the administrative procedures that affect the planning and execution of interventions in the forestry, land and environment in a broader sense.
Communication skills The knowledge of the sector regulations and the skills acquired will allow to act as a qualified interlocutor both towards institutions and private individuals/groups/associations who represent stakeholders (direct or indirect), also through specific transmission activities and explanation of the rules.
Learning skills The knowledge acquired in the regulatory sector and in the field of skills and procedures will allow us to manage the understanding of new rules and procedures both in similar contexts and in the wider frameworks.
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Machines, tools and techniques for urban greenery
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Nivologia e glaciologia
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CONSERVAZIONE DELLE FORESTE E DELLE RISORSE IDRICHE
Percorso STANDARD
FIRST YEAR
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Principles of chemistry
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8
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CHIM/06
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64
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Mathematic
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Knowledge of the contents of Mathematics aimed at understanding the other applicative subjects foreseen in the course of studies.
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6
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MAT/05
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48
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General Biology
(objectives)
Acquisition of the basis for understanding the living world, knowledge of cell types, and fundamental processes taking place at the cell level (transcription, translation, energy metabolism, etc.). Attendance at lectures and participation in laboratory exercises will allow the student to acquire basic knowledge of General Biology. Specifically, the student will be able to: • Know the current theories regarding the origin of life. Know the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. • Know the main evolutionary theories that can explain the evolution of living beings. • Know the structure of nucleic acids and DNA replication. • Know the main processes related to the transmission of characters • Know the main processes related to energy metabolism in autotrophs and heterotrophs.
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6
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BIO/01
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48
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English language
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English level B1 At this level you can understand:
Main points on common topics at work, school, or traveling
General and specific details given clear speech
Factual texts on subjects of interest
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48
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Geology
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The course has three main objectives: 1) to provide some fundamental elements of Earth Sciences aimed at understanding the evolution of the Earth's system and its dynamic character; 2) provide basic notions for the interpretation and use of geological data available at national and regional level (for non-geological professionals); 3) highlight the multiple hazards and geological risk factors that characterize the national territory. Taking into account that the application of the European INSPIRE (INfrastructure for SPatial InfoRmation in Europe) directive implemented in Italy with Legislative Decree 32/2010, has completely changed the management and distribution of territorial data and, in particular, geological data. The course also provides indications on how to use the geothematic data made available by standard OGC (Open Geospatial Consortium) services, of the leading national and regional geoportals, which have become the main (and often the only) source of information and acquisition of such data. 1) knowledge and understanding At the end of the training activity the student will acquire knowledge on the main dynamic processes affecting the terrestrial system, on the hazard and risk factors associated with them and will be able to understand the terminology and symbols used in geological maps, as well as to have the basic knowledge necessary to acquire geological data from the leading national and regional geoportals 2) applying knowledge and understanding. At the end of the training activity, the student must demonstrate that he can perform a search for geothematic data (and in particular those relating to geological cartography) made available by the leading national and regional geoportals and to use them to carry out a brief description of the physical characteristics of the territory with particular reference to its geological hazard factors and relative risk. 3) making judgements. Through the examples proposed during the lessons and the exercises, the student must be able to evaluate the quality of the geological data acquired or the limits related to their use in territorial studies. He must also be able to correctly cite the source of information obtained to distinguish bibliographic data from his interpretations clearly. 4) communication skills. The student must acquire a primary technical language relating to the topics covered during the lessons and exercises to be able to dialogue with professionals and experts engaged in environmental, territorial analysis, management, and design. Communication skills will be verified during the ongoing tests and during the final exam. 5) learning skills The student will have to demonstrate that he possesses the essential notions to be able to carry out a general analysis of the geological data available (on a limited territorial area), and also to be able to acquire further knowledge. Then acquire data for a more in-depth analysis of specific, variable aspects depending on the local characteristics and, therefore, also different from those treated in the examples considered during the course and exercises.
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GEO/02
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Faunistica
(objectives)
The course aims to provide students with both theoretical and practical knowledge, enabling them to make a professional contribution to the planning phase of wildlife management in agro-silvo-pastoral areas. Specifically, the course intends to equip students with a fundamental understanding of: 1. Ecology applied to wildlife management; 2. The relationships and interactions between wildlife and the biotic and abiotic components of different ecosystems (agricultural, livestock, forestry, urban/peri-urban); 3. Habitat Suitability Modeling; 4. The systematics, distribution, evolutionary history, morphology, biology, ecology, and ethology of species of particular conservation or hunting interest, typically associated with mountain ecosystems; 5. Methods and techniques for population surveys, counts and estimates; 6. Problematic and/or invasive species, whether native or non-native (Alien Invasive Species); 7. Understanding the interactions between wildlife and human activities: threat factors, impacts, and mitigation methods/strategies; 8. Knowledge of the main specific regulations. The course combines theoretical lectures with practical exercises and case studies, preparing students to effectively contribute to the monitoring and sustainable management of wildlife within a complex ecosystem framework. KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The student must demonstrate the knowledge of species of particular conservation and hunting interest, typically associated with mountain ecosystems, as well as the technical terminology of the field. Additionally, the student should have acquired a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of ecology as applied to wildlife management and population studies. This includes knowledge of monitoring techniques, population counting and abundance estimation, wildlife data analysis, interpretation of population dynamics, and understanding of conservation regulations and active management practices. The student should also grasp the concepts of biodiversity, the logical process behind selecting appropriate monitoring techniques in different environments, and the factors influencing both the distribution and abundance of species and the emergence of interactions that negatively impact human activities. APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The student must demonstrate the ability to apply basic theoretical knowledge to practical situations in wildlife monitoring and management. This includes the skill to collect wildlife presence and abundance data both in the field and from major geoportals and informational layers. It will also be important to adapt survey methodologies to the specific characteristics of the study areas and the species being monitored. MAKING JUDGEMENTS The student must be able to make informed and autonomous decisions regarding: 1. The objectives to pursue based on the conservation status of the species, of its populations, and any interactions with human activities. 2. The most appropriate monitoring, counting, or estimation techniques under specific environmental and socio-economic conditions. 3. The determination of sustainable harvesting levels, if applicable, for huntable populations or those under demographic control. 4. The methods of population reinforcement (restocking and/or reintroduction) for populations in unfavorable conservation status. 5. The integrated eradication strategies for invasive alien species. 6. The regulations to reference in order to demonstrate the feasibility of the intervention deemed appropriate or necessary in each situation. COMMUNICATION SKILLS The student must be able to clearly and effectively communicate the study approaches, the results and implications of monitoring, the status of the studied population, and the most appropriate management strategies to various audiences, including colleagues, environmental management officials, and the general public. This includes preparing reports, presenting findings in a clear and understandable manner, and participating in discussions on topics related to wildlife conservation and management. LEARNING SKILLS The student must demonstrate the ability to learn autonomously and continuously, integrating new information and techniques in the field of wildlife monitoring and management. This includes staying updated on the latest research and methodologies, as well as undertaking additional studies and research to enhance their skills.
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AGR/18
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48
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119252 -
Ecologia e Conservazione degli ecosistemi montani
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6
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BIO/07
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48
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Optional subjects
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12
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96
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18150 -
Botany and princilples of plant ecology
(objectives)
Knowledge of the plant cell in relation to plant structure and functions. Understanding of anatomical-functional differences between Conifers, dicot and monocot Angiosperms . Compare the reproductive cycles of mosses, ferns, gymnosperms, angiosperms. The phenotype and its modifications according to the environment.
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7
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BIO/03
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48
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8
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Basic compulsory activities
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SECOND YEAR
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Physics
(objectives)
The course aims to provide the necessary elements for understanding the natural physical phenomena and their laws. It is focused on the concepts necessary for a better understanding of the arguments that students encounter in their carrier. This should help them to grasp the importance of this discipline in achieving a deeper understanding of topics relevant for the analysis and the management of mountain areas.
Knowledge and understanding The course aims to provide a critical understanding of the principles of Classical Physics (mechanics, fluids, thermodynamics and calorimetry, electromagnetism and waves) necessary for comprehending many phenomena specific to mountain areas and the instrumentation used in the field today. At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to: analyze a problem, identifying the involved physical phenomena; identify the essential elements of a physical phenomenon: the physical quantities involved and the laws governing it classify physical phenomena and compare them, highlighting analogies and differences Applying knowledge and understanding At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to: address problems related to the covered areas of Classical Physics and develop appropriate solution strategies connect acquired knowledge to solve complex problems involving different physical phenomena apply acquired knowledge and use the scientific method to address problems typical of mountain areas Making judgements At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to independently further develop insights on the topics covered. Communication skills At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to: present scientific arguments in a clear and rigorous manner; organize contents logically; use proper terminology and appropriate technical-scientific language Learning skill At the end of the teaching period, students will be able to identify the necessary information to deal with the study of topics related to the analysis and management of mountain areas involving physical phenomena.
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6
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FIS/01
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48
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119253 -
Rilievo del territorio
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Laboratorio di sistemi informativi territoriali
(objectives)
The course is 56 hours long (7 CFU) and iams to introduce students at the basis of cartography, especially at the usage of geographic information systems. During the course, history of cartography, traditional definitions and concepts of cartography will be provided (types of maps, scale, projection systems, etc.) as well as issues about digital cartography (rasters, vectors). Base knowledge of querying territorial information systems will be given, in order to edit a personal SIT. At the end of the course, the student has to be familiar with the main softwares of digital cartography, web GIS, and Web Map Service systems.
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7
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AGR/10
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56
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Cartografia e rilievo del territorio
(objectives)
Learning Objectives: The course provides fundamental knowledge related to the surveying and representation of the territory, as well as essential elements concerning forest construction. The student will acquire basic knowledge about the methods, tools, and operations for surveying and observing the territory, as well as the principles and tools for its representation. They will apply this knowledge to the planning, execution, and presentation of a field survey. Basic knowledge of forest construction will enable the student to undertake simple design activities.
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7
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AGR/10
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56
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18156 -
Informatic and statistics skills
(objectives)
Provide the statistical bases for understanding and describing phenomena and knowing how to draw an experiment with its interpretation. Provide students with tools for using Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for their correct use to write a thesis or a scientific work, to process the data and graphs that represent them.
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6
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48
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Other activities
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Second semester
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16974 -
Plant diversity
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Acquisition of knowledge on plant diversity at the level of the highest taxonomic ranks. Correct use of the scientific names of plant taxa. Use of species identification techniques. Acquisition of the ability to recognize in the field the different taxa of the most common families of angiosperms of the Italian flora.
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6
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BIO/03
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48
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Basic compulsory activities
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18158 -
Plant genetics
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Get the basic concepts to understand the hereditary mechanisms and genetic bases useful in the evolution of populations and in the management and protection of mountainous and non-mountainous territory.
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6
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AGR/07
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48
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Basic compulsory activities
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119254 -
Gestione forestale
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Dendrologia e dasologia
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KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Learn the main concepts regarding the biology of forest species and their recognition. APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Ability to apply the diagnostic methodologies necessary for the identification of forest tree species and the recognition of the main forest formations. Collect the data useful for understanding the taxonomy, growth habit, chorology, temperament, cenology and customary uses of each woody species in the various Italian forestry consortia, demonstrating a professional approach both to devise and support arguments and to solve management and conservation problems. MAKING JUDGMENTS Recognize and manage the main forest typologies in mountain environments, in reference to production objectives, protection of the territory and conservation of biodiversity, including reflections on related social, scientific or ethical issues. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Acquire technical terminology to communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions clearly and in detail to the scientific and public community. LEARNING SKILLS Develop learning skills necessary to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy.
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7
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AGR/05
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56
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Core compulsory activities
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Selvicoltura
(objectives)
The course aims to provide knowledge in the field of science and practice of forest cultivation, based on forest ecology, to meet the needs of individuals and communities, considering the demands of society, but preserving the quantity and quality of the forest heritage over time to make them available to future generations. To address the fundamental principles of sustainable forest management and the role of management in achieving environmental sustainability goals. Knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the structure, functioning and mechanisms of regeneration of the arboreal component of the forest ecosystem and its regeneration methods. Ability to analyse and describe forest cenosis from a structural and management point of view. Understanding of the relationships between the forest and the physical and biological environment in which it grows, of the limiting factors and of the reaction to cultivation interventions. Degradation and improvement factors Appling knowledge and understanding Ability to provide guidance for the design and implementation of forest management interventions with a view to sustainable forest management, in the various forest communities considered (coppice, high forests, even-aged forests, uneven-aged forests). Making judgments Understanding the cultural status of each forest and proposing the most appropriate technical solution for its sustainable management, also through the ability to acquire and interpret the information from technical and scientific reference texts, defining the most appropriate management forms in relation to the characteristics of the forest systems, the needs of the property and society; knowing how to evaluate the different technical solutions and orient oneself in the choice of work systems in uses with reference to environmental protection and the health and safety of operators. Communication skills Ability to adequately represent the issues and possible solutions for better management of forest systems, ability to relate to other professional figures and to present proper results, considering the purposes of the work and the interlocutor. Learning skills Develop learning skills needed to keep preparation up to date and to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy.
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7
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AGR/05
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56
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119264 -
Fitometria e Dendrometria
(objectives)
Knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the basic structure of tree species and communities in relation to the environment and the main approaches available for their study.
Applying knowledge and understanding The knowledge gathered will serve to describe quantitatively structure and phenology of tree species and the main approaches and metrics to describe tree communities.
Making judgements Skills and knowledge acquired will provide the scientific bases to evaluate the structural features of trees and forests in relation to environmental and management factors.
Communication skills Ability to communicate at the scientific or technical level the structural features of trees and forests.
Learning skills The scientific knowledge acquired will build the scientific bases for advancing the scientific methods for the quantitative description of forest species and communities.
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6
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BIO/03
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48
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Basic compulsory activities
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THIRD YEAR
First semester
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119265 -
Pedologia
(objectives)
Learning objectives: The main objective of the teaching is to provide the knowledge required to interpret the genesis and evolution of a soil and its connection to the landscape. The basis for understanding soil formation processes and their relationships with environmental (climate, geology, morphology) and anthropic (land use and management) factors will be provided. The student will learn the basics of understanding the spatial distribution of soils and their temporal evolution within the landscape, by means of practical examples of soil map interpretation and soil-landscape reading. Knowledge and understanding: The student will have to demonstrate that he/she has learnt and understood the main aspects of soil science, i.e. (i) the chemical, physical and hydrological characteristics of soils; (ii) the recognition and characterisation of soil horizons, as well as the recognition of the pedogenetic processes; (iii) the pedogenetic factors influencing the evolution of a soil and the distribution of major soil types in the world; (iv) the principles of soil taxonomy and soil mapping; (v) the ecosystem functions of soil and the risks of degradation to which it is subject. Applying knowledge and understanding: The student will be able to use acquired knowledge to: i) describe the main characteristics of a soil profile and the associated pedogenetic processes, understanding the links between environmental characteristics and chemical-physical and hydrological characteristics; ii) understand the location of a certain soil type within a landscape and its geographical limits related to variations in pedogenetic factors; iii) understand and quantify the forms of soil degradation (e.g. erosion, compaction) Making judgement: the student must be able to independently recognise a certain soil type and the soil processes present. He/she must also know how to set up a soil survey and a description of a soil profile or augering, as well as interpret a soil map or a soil description and analysis data. Communication skills: The student should have the ability to explain the acquired knowledge in a simple and comprehensive manner, also trying to link the basics of mineralogy-chemistry and soil physics, with more complex topics such as ecosystem services and forms of soil degradation. Learning skills: The student is expected to refer to the teaching syllabus and lecture schedule of the course, delving into the various topics addressed through the handouts provided by the lecturer, consultation of recommended texts and publications of national and international relevance.
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6
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AGR/14
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48
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Related or supplementary learning activities
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119266 -
Economia e legislazione forestale e ambientale
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Legislazione forestale e ambientale
(objectives)
Knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the national regulatory framework regarding forests, territory and the environment with particular reference to specific matters of the mountain environment as a fundamental tool for planning and implementation of interventions. Understanding of the rules and responsibilities between the State and the Regions and the importance of the regulatory framework.
Applying knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the regulations in the various reference sectors to provide the elements (cognitive and procedural) to allow the planning and execution of interventions in the specific sectors: forest logging, hydrogeological constraints, interventions in protected areas, wildlife management, urban ecosystems, monumental trees.
Making judgements The knowledge of the sector regulations and the skills acquired will form the basis to evaluate and analyze the regulatory path and the administrative procedures that affect the planning and execution of interventions in the forestry, land and environment in a broader sense.
Communication skills The knowledge of the sector regulations and the skills acquired will allow to act as a qualified interlocutor both towards institutions and private individuals/groups/associations who represent stakeholders (direct or indirect), also through specific transmission activities and explanation of the rules.
Learning skills The knowledge acquired in the regulatory sector and in the field of skills and procedures will allow us to manage the understanding of new rules and procedures both in similar contexts and in the wider frameworks.
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6
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IUS/03
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48
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Related or supplementary learning activities
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Economia e politiche di sviluppo del territorio montano
(objectives)
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The student will acquire knowledge regarding the fundamentals of economics with particular reference to production, the economics of farms and agricultural policies in support of agroforestry farms operating in mountain areas.
APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The skills and knowledge acquired will allow the student to be able to select development policy instruments and interventions by making economically sustainable choices.
MAKING JUDGEMENTS The skills and knowledge acquired will allow the student to be able to select among the various interventions of rural development policy by making sustainable choices from a technical-economic point of view.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS The knowledge acquired will allow the student an adequate ability to communicate effectively with other stakeholders and to collaborate with professionals in the sector regarding economics of farms and agricultural policy.
LEARNING SKILLS The skills acquired will allow the student to learn autonomously, and to be able to carry out analyses based on the specific cases with which he will have to deal in his professional life regarding the policy of support and development of farms operating in mountain areas.
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6
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AGR/01
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48
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119261 -
Alpicoltura
(objectives)
1) Understanding of the basics of agronomy and crop science useful for upland crop system management 2) Comprehension of variety of factors affecting upland crop system management and ability to apply specific solutions 3) Capability to analyze upland farming systems with special attention to rotations and agronomic practices applied to crops for the protection of mountain environment 4) To be able to describe technical features of upland cropping systems as well as their peculiarities and critical aspects 5) To be able to face questions speaking with an appropriate technical language.
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6
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AGR/02
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48
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18367 -
Training stage
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7
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18360 -
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Final examination and foreign language test
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Second semester
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119263 -
Ingegneria e gestione delle acque
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Ecologia e conservazione delle acque
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6
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AGR/05
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48
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Idrologia e sistemazioni idrauliche
(objectives)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES The course deals with the main aspects of river basin design. The fundamental hydrological, hydraulic and erosive processes that can occur within a river basin are analysed. The most common types of intervention to be used for an adequate defence of the territory from hydrogeological instability are identified, with particular regard to naturalistic engineering works.
Knowledge and understanding The course aims to develop students' knowledge and understanding skills, such as: • knowledge and understanding skills in a field of study at a level that is characterised by the use of advanced textbooks and also includes knowledge of some cutting-edge topics in the field of hydraulic forestry systems; • ability to understand hydrological data.
Applied knowledge and understanding The course will enable them to apply knowledge by demonstrating adequate understanding, enabling them, for example: • to apply their knowledge and understanding in a way that demonstrates a professional approach to their work, as well as adequate skills to both devise and support arguments to solve problems in the field of hydraulic forestry systems; • ability to collect hydrological data; • provide a careful examination of hydrological data in relation to flood events, based on observation and analysis.
Making judgements The course will allow the development of independent judgement at various levels, such as • hypothesising which causes most influence the occurrence of hydrogeological instability phenomena • propose solutions for the mitigation of hydrogeological instability phenomena
Communication skills Attending lectures and/or making independent use of the material provided will facilitate the development and application of communication skills, such as • ability to communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions, on the topics covered, to specialist and non-specialist people; • using appropriate and up-to-date technical vocabulary in the field of hydrology.
Learning skills Attending lectures and/or making independent use of the material provided will facilitate the consolidation of one's learning skills, enabling one to, for example • activate a programme of continuous updating of one's knowledge • autonomously identify ways of acquiring information • identify and use the most useful sources of information for personal updating.
This learning capacity will be fundamental for undertaking subsequent studies with a high degree of autonomy.
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6
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AGR/08
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48
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16966 -
Monitoring and defense of the mountain environment
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16966-1 -
Entomologia del sistema montano
(objectives)
The course "Monitoring and Protection of the Mountain Environment" is structured to provide students with a comprehensive and multidisciplinary education. The goal is to prepare professionals capable of addressing the challenges of phytosanitary protection in mountain environments with competence, responsibility, and innovation. Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will acquire an in-depth understanding of the fundamental principles of monitoring and phytosanitary protection, with particular reference to mountain ecosystems. • Knowledge of the main species of insects and pathogenic organisms present in mountain environments, understanding the interactions between plants, harmful organisms (phytophagous, pathogens, etc.), and beneficial organisms. • Understanding the ecological processes and dynamics that regulate plant health in mountain environments, including biotic and abiotic factors. Applying Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will develop the ability to apply advanced monitoring methodologies for the detection and early diagnosis of phytosanitary issues specific to mountain environments. • They will be able to use tools and techniques for integrated protection to safeguard plant health in mountain contexts, minimizing environmental impact and promoting sustainability. • Apply theoretical knowledge to solve practical and operational problems in phytosanitary management of mountain environments. Making Judgements: • The student will develop critical skills to apply various phytosanitary monitoring and protection strategies, considering the specificities of mountain ecosystems and the socio-environmental impacts of the practices adopted. • They will be able to identify innovative solutions for phytosanitary management, based on scientific data, sustainability criteria, and the peculiarities of mountain environments. Communication Skills: • Acquire the ability to effectively communicate technical and scientific information related to plant health and phytosanitary protection strategies, both to sector specialists and to a non-specialized audience. Learning Skills: • Develop autonomous learning abilities, allowing for continuous updating of knowledge regarding innovative technologies and methods for phytosanitary monitoring and protection. • Encourage a critical and reflective approach to scientific and technical literature, stimulating curiosity and a propensity for continuous research in a rapidly evolving field such as environmental protection in mountain areas.
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6
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AGR/11
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48
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ITA |
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16966-2 -
Patologia forestale
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The course "Monitoring and Protection of the Mountain Environment" is structured to provide students with a comprehensive and multidisciplinary education. The goal is to prepare professionals capable of addressing the challenges of phytosanitary protection in mountain environments with competence, responsibility, and innovation. Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will acquire an in-depth understanding of the fundamental principles of monitoring and phytosanitary protection, with particular reference to mountain ecosystems. • Knowledge of the main species of insects and pathogenic organisms present in mountain environments, understanding the interactions between plants, harmful organisms (phytophagous, pathogens, etc.), and beneficial organisms. • Understanding the ecological processes and dynamics that regulate plant health in mountain environments, including biotic and abiotic factors. Applying Knowledge and Understanding: • The student will develop the ability to apply advanced monitoring methodologies for the detection and early diagnosis of phytosanitary issues specific to mountain environments. • They will be able to use tools and techniques for integrated protection to safeguard plant health in mountain contexts, minimizing environmental impact and promoting sustainability. • Apply theoretical knowledge to solve practical and operational problems in phytosanitary management of mountain environments. Making Judgements: • The student will develop critical skills to apply various phytosanitary monitoring and protection strategies, considering the specificities of mountain ecosystems and the socio-environmental impacts of the practices adopted. • They will be able to identify innovative solutions for phytosanitary management, based on scientific data, sustainability criteria, and the peculiarities of mountain environments. Communication Skills: • Acquire the ability to effectively communicate technical and scientific information related to plant health and phytosanitary protection strategies, both to sector specialists and to a non-specialized audience. Learning Skills: • Develop autonomous learning abilities, allowing for continuous updating of knowledge regarding innovative technologies and methods for phytosanitary monitoring and protection. • Encourage a critical and reflective approach to scientific and technical literature, stimulating curiosity and a propensity for continuous research in a rapidly evolving field such as environmental protection in mountain areas.
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6
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AGR/12
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English language B2
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119752 -
Glaciologia e nivologia
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With the theorical and the practical preparation of the course and after the final exam, the student will be able to define the framework of the environmental context of the cryosphere in mountain areas, including features and potential risks, and to organize knowledge and data for eventual solutions and interventions. In particular, applying knowledge and understanding, communication and learning skills will be verified.
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GEO/04
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119753 -
Legislazione forestale a ambientale
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Knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the national regulatory framework regarding forests, territory and the environment with particular reference to specific matters of the mountain environment as a fundamental tool for planning and implementation of interventions. Understanding of the rules and responsibilities between the State and the Regions and the importance of the regulatory framework.
Applying knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the regulations in the various reference sectors to provide the elements (cognitive and procedural) to allow the planning and execution of interventions in the specific sectors: forest logging, hydrogeological constraints, interventions in protected areas, wildlife management, urban ecosystems, monumental trees.
Making judgements The knowledge of the sector regulations and the skills acquired will form the basis to evaluate and analyze the regulatory path and the administrative procedures that affect the planning and execution of interventions in the forestry, land and environment in a broader sense.
Communication skills The knowledge of the sector regulations and the skills acquired will allow to act as a qualified interlocutor both towards institutions and private individuals/groups/associations who represent stakeholders (direct or indirect), also through specific transmission activities and explanation of the rules.
Learning skills The knowledge acquired in the regulatory sector and in the field of skills and procedures will allow us to manage the understanding of new rules and procedures both in similar contexts and in the wider frameworks.
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119858 -
Machines, tools and techniques for urban greenery
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120088 -
Nivologia e glaciologia
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