Degree Course: Environmental and Forest Conservation and Restoration A.Y. 2022/2023

Expected learning outcomes Syllabus

Monitoraggio e conservazione della biodiversita'

FIRST YEAR

First semester

Course	Credits	Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code	Contact Hours	Exercise Hours	Laboratory Hours	Personal Study Hours	Type of Activity	Language
18393 - Evolutionary Entomology (objectives) a) training objectives - comprehension of the morphology and etology of the insects as result of evolutionary processes. - comprehension of the interactions among different organisms within an ecosystem. b) expected training results - Knowledge on the evolution of some morphological structures of the insects and of some aspects of their etology. - knowledge on the principal relations among the different organisms within the ecosystems. - Acquisition of a fundamental ecological culture for a correct management of the environment.	6	AGR/11	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
18395 - Appraissal of forest and environmental goods and services (objectives) Knowledge and understanding To present and promote knowledge of the characteristics of forest and environmental goods and services, whether they are material and/or immaterial, tangible and/or intangible. Acquire knowledge and understanding of the methodologies that allow the formulation of judgements of valuation according to a monetary metric, of the mentioned goods and service. Distinguish types of value judgements. Applied knowledge and understanding. Combine and apply the methodologies used to formulate value judgements for forest and environmental goods and services. Identify the most effective and efficient methodology for the type of goods and services being valued. Making judgment Acquire data and information, indicate documentary sources, build the database to facilitate interpretation and processing. Discuss the estimation process, highlight the results and their significance. Develop any comparative analysis. To make the assessment judgement independently, without external constraints. Communication skills Acquire the ability to argue the evaluation process, provide information and explanations. Ability to suggest solutions to problems. Learning skill Have acquired the necessary skills to perform the task of assessor. Ability to integrate the skills learned with new methodologies for processing and new forms of argumen	6	AGR/01	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
18394 - Forest and forest products certification (objectives) A) OBIETTIVI FORMATIVI IN INGLESE The Course aims to provide advanced knowledge in the certification of sustainable forest management and wood certification, both as process and product certification. Therefore, the student will have training in the certification of sustainable forest management according to the FSC and PEFC schemes and the chain of custody, in the certification of structural wood, in a Due Diligence system in compliance with the European Regulation that combats the introduction and marketing, in the territory of the European Union, of timber and wood-based products resulting from deforestation, pursuing the objective of contributing to the formation of a master's degree graduate with skills in the implementation of sustainable forest management. B) RISULTATI DI APPRENDIMENTO ATTESI IN INGLESE At the end of the course the student will have acquired the following learning outcomes. 1) Knowledge and understanding Knowledge of the characteristics of forest certification schemes and ability to introduce a company to management certification and CoC, also in relation to the EU indications; knowledge of the dictates of the European Regulation that combats deforestation and illegality in the wood sector; knowledge of the legislation relating to the wood sector. The knowledge and understanding extend those acquired during previous university education and allow analyses that are not only appropriate, but also original, particularly according to the principles of environmental sustainability. 2) Applying knowledge and understanding Knowledge and understanding of the voluntary and mandatory regulations concerning the wood sector and the certification of GFS and CoC according to different certification schemes, being able to effectively use the technical knowledge on the main wood-based products, on the traceability and transformation processes, on the sector regulations and on the certification systems of the wood supply chain, finalizing them to satisfy the requirements of the forest certification schemes and of the European Regulation that combats deforestation. The knowledge and skills acquired are aimed at having the ability to support one's own judgments and resolve complex issues concerning forest management, wood production and its use also in an interdisciplinary context. These skills are declined according to the principles of environmental sustainability, with a professional and ethically correct approach. 3) Making judgements Being able to collect data and interpret results obtained from the observation of forest management, management of the introduction of wood or wood products on the European market to draw judgements supported by a scientific methodological approach, knowing how to choose the most appropriate methodology for the specific case, taking into account the sustainability of the processes; being able to manage complex situations related to certification, also in relation to social responsibility and ethics concerning the marketing of "illegal wood". 4) Communication skills Being able to communicate unambiguously in the appropriate language with specialist and non-specialist interlocutors, correctly using the scientific and technical terminology of the sector. 5) Learning skills Developing the learning skills necessary to keep preparation up to date and to continue studying independently. To this end, the use of electronic resources made available by the University Library System is recommended.	6	AGR/06	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
118369 - Microbiologia dei suoli forestali (objectives) The course of “Forest Soil Microbiology” deals with the soil microbiology in forest by applicative point of view and with specific reference to the conservation and restoration of microbial biodiversity and functional ecosystem quality. EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS • Knowledge and understanding: The student will acquire knowledge and understanding about the microbial ecology and the main microbial taxa for the monitoring of soil biogeochemical cycles and for restoration of soil biodiversity in forest. • Apply knowledge and understanding: The student will acquire the skills to apply the theoretical knowledge of the topics discussed in the course with a critical meaning for role of microbiology for nitrogen fixation, microbiome sciences, SO priming and for humus formation. • Making judgements: The student will be able to identify the strategy for planning soil monitoring and restoration and assess the risks for forest environment without being influenced by carriers of interest. • Communication skills: The student will be able to communicate to third parties relevant information and specific problems for different environmental contexts. • Learning skills: Additional objectives include improving learning abilities and communication skills, more specifically the ability to present topics related to the microbiology of interface plant-soils in forest environment using appropriate terminology.	6	AGR/16	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
18404 - Elective courses	8		64	-	-	-	Elective activities	ITA

Second semester

Course	Credits	Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code	Contact Hours	Exercise Hours	Laboratory Hours	Personal Study Hours	Type of Activity	Language
18381 - Plant fertility and nutrition (objectives) The course aims to provide the cognitive fundamentals of the concepts of soil quality and recovery, as well as an in-depth knowledge of the dynamics of nutrients in soil and the problems related to their availability to plants, with particular reference to the mechanisms of nutrient acquisition at the level of the soil-plant system (rhizosphere). Knowledge and understanding of 1) the approaches available for the assessment of soil quality and fertility, 2) the effects that natural or anthropogenic disturbances have on soil and the nutrient cycle, and 3) the soil-plant relationships, with the aim of defining the basis for the development of strategies aimed at achieving greater nutrient efficiency, understood as better utilisation of available resources, in both good quality and degraded soils. Ability to apply the knowledge acquired from theoretical lectures and practical laboratory activities to 1) identify the most suitable analytical methods for assessing and monitoring soil quality and health, 2) hypothesise changes in soil characteristics and nutrient cycles as a result of natural or anthropogenic disturbances, 3) hypothesise changes in nutrient availability as a result of natural or anthropogenic disturbances. During the lectures and exercises, the student will acquire autonomy of judgement that will allow him/her to 1) judge the nutrient dynamics and quality of a soil from a forest and environmental point of view; 2) critically evaluate the quality of available technical/scientific information. Ability to present acquired skills with appropriate language and the use of technical and specific terms and to retrieve information from online bibliography. Communication skills will be tested in the examination. Acquisition of learning strategies: at the end of the course, the student will have developed the ability to autonomously learn new concepts, to describe situations different from those considered during the course, also combining different theories, in order to apply them both in a continuation of third-level studies (PhD) and in professional life.	6	AGR/13	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
118364 - Bioindicatori (objectives) The course aims to provide basic knowledge, skills, legislative and regulatory tools so that the students can develop the ability to evaluate environmental quality through reading and assessing the composition and articulation of animal communities. In this regard, the course consists of lectures and theoretical/practical initiatives to be carried out in parallel, such as excursions aimed at observing and sampling animals in their environments, practical laboratory experiences related to the identification of taxa, the application of animal indices for the evaluation of environmental quality. Regarding the expected knowledge and understanding, students must be able to classify freshwater environments, determine the most important environmental parameters, identify the structuring communities, identify the sampled organisms, describe their main adaptations. They must also know the main theories on the zoning of running waters and be able to apply environmental quality evaluation indices. Regarding terrestrial ecosystems (especially forests), the student must be able to recognize structuring communities and taxocoenoses, identify the main taxonomic groups and be able to evaluate environmental quality through the application of simple indices. Regarding sandy and rocky marine communities, the student must be able to evaluate environmental quality through the application of specific microbiological indices, based on algae, phanerogams and macroinvertebrates. Based on this acquired knowledge, the student must be able to apply the main biotic indices for evaluating environmental quality and derive, autonomously, judgments on the main interventions to remove the disturbing causes. Finally, the student must be able to communicate these results and their evaluations through the acquisition of specific languages. These skills and the ability to learn will be the subject of evaluation.	6	BIO/05	48	-	-	-	Related or supplementary learning activities	ITA
118367 - Analisi e conservazione della flora (objectives) The theoretical-practical course for students of the Master's Degree "Conservation and restoration of the environment and Forests" aimed at acquiring knowledge on advanced techniques for studying and identifying spontaneous vascular plants of the Italian flora. The student will develop the ability to collect data in the field, identify species with the current tools available in literature and online, and process data in ecological and conservationist terms. He will acquire the processing and writing skills for some application cases (e.g. Directive 92/43 EEC (annex 2); floristic notes; writing a floristic article).	6	BIO/03	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA

SECOND YEAR

First semester

Course	Credits	Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code	Contact Hours	Exercise Hours	Laboratory Hours	Personal Study Hours	Type of Activity	Language
119053 - .
- Telerilevamento per l'analisi del territorio (objectives) "Ecological Planning and Management of the Forest Environment" The course aims to provide students with regulatory tools, policies, and methods to be used in forest planning and management at different scales and levels (forest management plans; Integrated Forest Land Use, and Protected Areas Planning) for sustainable forest resource use in the framework of ecological transition with particular reference to biodiversity conservation and climate mitigation. The main training objectives are: - Knowledge and understanding: the student, during the course, learns the theoretical notions to understand and solve the complex problems in ecological planning of the forest landscape; - Applied knowledge and understanding will be pursued through integrated teaching including theoretical lectures, case studies and laboratory activities in classrooms equipped for exercises. In particular, the student will be able to understand the different products of forest planning from the forest management plan to management plans for protected areas and habitat restoration. - Autonomy of judgment in the complex contexts of forestry planning including problems that are difficult or impossible to solve, as the requirements underlying their solution are contradictory, incomplete and constantly changing (Wicked problems); - Communication skills also aimed at involving citizens in forest planning. These skills will be developed through the drafting of reports and/or projects to be exhibited during the exam; - Ability to learn through an active methodology to create an environment conducive to the teaching-learning and conscious use of digital technologies such as Scopus and Scholar to develop the student's continuous learning skills "Telerilevamento per l'analisi del territorio" 1. Knowledge and Understanding: Students will gain a solid understanding of fundamental concepts in cartography and reference systems, as well as a thorough comprehension of the territorial information system for forest planning. They will be able to identify and describe basic and detailed informational layers and understand the principles of forest cover analysis through photo interpretation of aerial and satellite images. They will also gain insights into diacronic analysis for assessing the evolution of forested areas and applications of LIDAR data for determining biomass and timber volume. 2. Applying Knowledge and Understanding: Students will apply their acquired knowledge to develop and manage a territorial information system (TIS) within a GIS environment for forest planning and management. They will demonstrate the ability to use tools and techniques such as NDVI analysis from multispectral data of the Copernicus program for vegetation monitoring, and LIDAR data for assessing biomass and timber volume. They will be able to interpret and apply the collected information to make informed and data-driven decisions. 3. Making Judgements: Students will develop the ability to critically evaluate the information and techniques used in their research projects. They will be able to make informed judgments about the quality and reliability of data, such as satellite images and LIDAR data, and select the most appropriate methodologies for forest analysis and planning. 4. Communication Skills: Students will be able to clearly and accurately present the results of their analyses and research. They will be capable of effectively communicating their conclusions and recommendations in both written and oral forms, using appropriate technical terminology and data visualization tools such as maps and graphs. 5. Learning Skills: Students will develop the skills necessary for continuous learning and updating their knowledge in the fields of cartography and GIS. They will be able to adapt to new technologies and methodologies, and apply their acquired skills to solve complex problems and address future challenges in forest planning and territorial analysis.	6	AGR/10	48	-	-	-	Related or supplementary learning activities	ITA
- Pianificazione e gestione ecologica dell'ambiente forestale (objectives) The course aims to provide students with regulatory tools, policies, and methods to be used in forest planning and management at different scales and levels (forest management plans; Integrated Forest Land Use, and Protected Areas Planning) for sustainable forest resource use in the framework of ecological transition with particular reference to biodiversity conservation and climate mitigation. The main training objectives are: - Knowledge and understanding: the student, during the course, learns the theoretical notions to understand and solve the complex problems in ecological planning of the forest landscape; - Applied knowledge and understanding will be pursued through integrated teaching including theoretical lectures, case studies and laboratory activities in classrooms equipped for exercises. In particular, the student will be able to understand the different products of forest planning from the forest management plan to management plans for protected areas and habitat restoration. - Autonomy of judgment in the complex contexts of forestry planning including problems that are difficult or impossible to solve, as the requirements underlying their solution are contradictory, incomplete and constantly changing (Wicked problems); - Communication skills also aimed at involving citizens in forest planning. These skills will be developed through the drafting of reports and/or projects to be exhibited during the exam; - Ability to learn through an active methodology to create an environment conducive to the teaching-learning and conscious use of digital technologies such as Scopus and Scholar to develop the student's continuous learning skills	7	AGR/05	56	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
119048 - .
- . (objectives) “Conservazione del Paesaggio Vegetale” 1)(knowledge and understanding) Understanding patterns and functions of the plant component of ecosystems and landscapes 2) (applying knowledge and understanding) Learning how to manage and monitor plant biodiversity in the landscape. 3) (making judgements) basic ability about how to evalaute the conservation status of a plant community 4) (communication skills) properly use scientific terminology of the field; 5) (learning skills) be able to read and understand scientific papers, technical reports, vegetation maps and Natura2000 documents. "Conservazione e monitoraggio delle foreste" Knowledge and understanding Knowledge of how the structure and functioning of tree communities vary in relation to natural processes and the main approaches to monitor forest dynamics. Understanding the contribution of forest ecosystems to biodiversity conservation and climate-change mitigation, as well as the main factors threatening forest conservation. Applying knowledge and understanding The knowledge gathered will serve to evaluate the conservation status and the ongoing dynamics in forest ecosystems in relation to their naturalness and climate-change response. Learn how to select the main metrics and scientific approaches to describe the conservation status of forest species and communities and assess their main threatening factors. Making judgements Skills and knowledge acquired will provide the scientific bases to assess the conservation status and the naturalness of forest ecosystems in relation to the ongoing dynamics. Communication skills Ability to communicate at the scientific or technical level on the factors promoting or threatening the conservation of forests and their role in biodiversity conservation and climate-change mitigation. Learning skills The scientific knowledge acquired will build the scientific bases for advancing the scientific methods for the quantitative description and monitoring of the conservation status of forest species and communities.	6	BIO/03	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
- . (objectives) Knowledge and understanding Knowledge of how the structure and functioning of tree communities vary in relation to natural processes and the main approaches to monitor forest dynamics. Understanding the contribution of forest ecosystems to biodiversity conservation and climate-change mitigation, as well as the main factors threatening forest conservation. Applying knowledge and understanding The knowledge gathered will serve to evaluate the conservation status and the ongoing dynamics in forest ecosystems in relation to their naturalness and climate-change response. Learn how to select the main metrics and scientific approaches to describe the conservation status of forest species and communities and assess their main threatening factors. Making judgements Skills and knowledge acquired will provide the scientific bases to assess the conservation status and the naturalness of forest ecosystems in relation to the ongoing dynamics. Communication skills Ability to communicate at the scientific or technical level on the factors promoting or threatening the conservation of forests and their role in biodiversity conservation and climate-change mitigation. Learning skills The scientific knowledge acquired will build the scientific bases for advancing the scientific methods for the quantitative description and monitoring of the conservation status of forest species and communities.	6	BIO/03	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
119720 - Planning of the forest
- Planning and forestry sites (objectives) Teached only in Italian a) TRAINING OBJECTIVES The course is aimed at those who want to acquire advanced knowledge to operate, at managerial and coordination level, in the field of forest operations, soil protection, forest planning and biodiversity conservation. Essential knowledge of the bases of forest planning and management of the forest yards. The knowledge of the legislative and technical-scientific instruments necessary for the design and operational management of forest yards. b) EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS At the end of the course, students must be able to: 1) know the legislative and technical principles that manage forest activities and planning and be able to read and understand forest projects; 2) analyze an executive forest project and understand the structure of the forest yard; 3) to know how to operate independently in assessing the correct execution of works deriving from forest planning and execution of the relative forest yards; 4) acquire communication skills at a technical and scientific level, aimed at properly presenting their projects or assessments of tested works. 5) have the ability to know how to seek and learn scientific and technological innovations aimed at the forest sector, making use of officially recognized national and international databases.	6	AGR/06	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
- Environmental engineering (objectives) a) TRAINING OBJECTIVES The course is aimed at those who want to acquire advanced knowledge to operate, at a managerial, executive and coordination level, in forest planning. Essential knowledge of the basics of forest planning and management of yards. Mastery of the legislative and technical-scientific tools necessary for the planning and management of forest operations. Ability to operate for such works also as a tester. b) EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS To pass the exam, students, based on the Dublin descriptors, must be able to acquire good "Knowledge and understanding skills, both theoretical and applied", possess adequate "Independent judgment" and "Communication skills", maintain and implement their "Learning skills". All this as better detailed in the context of the individual courses that make up the exam.	6	AGR/08	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA

Second semester

Course	Credits	Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code	Contact Hours	Exercise Hours	Laboratory Hours	Personal Study Hours	Type of Activity	Language
18402 - Conservation and restoration of forest environments
18402-1 - Ecogenetica forestale (objectives) KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Consolidate and broaden the knowledge and understanding of the bases of the evolution of forest species and the ecological-genetic interaction of individuals and forest populations. Provide a framework for applying and developing in an effective and original manner the methods of analysis and monitoring of forest genetic resources and their conservation, through the use of the main methods of molecular biology and bioinformatics. APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Develop skills in understanding and solving problems due to climate change and biodiversity loss, with reference to interdisciplinary contexts. Be able to interpret experimental results, understand the factors and know how to apply experimental approaches for the study of intra- and interspecific genetic diversity of forest species, integrating knowledge and managing complexity, as well as formulating judgments even on the basis of limited or incomplete information, and including reflection on the social and ethical responsibilities associated. MAKING JUDGMENTS Develop a critical and independent sense to make choices and define future projects on the issues of Forest Conservation and Restoration. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Acquire technical terminology to communicate clearly and in detail new and innovative projects, ideas and conclusions, as well as the knowledge underlying them, to specialist and non-specialist interlocutors. LEARNING SKILLS Develop multidisciplinary learning skills, in an international perspective, that will allow continuing future in depth studies independently, in the different areas of scientific basic and applied research.	6	AGR/05	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
18402-2 - Restauro dell’ambiente forestale (objectives) "Ecogenetica forestale" KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Consolidate and broaden the knowledge and understanding of the bases of the evolution of forest species and the ecological-genetic interaction of individuals and forest populations. Provide a framework for applying and developing in an effective and original manner the methods of analysis and monitoring of forest genetic resources and their conservation, through the use of the main methods of molecular biology and bioinformatics. APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Develop skills in understanding and solving problems due to climate change and biodiversity loss, with reference to interdisciplinary contexts. Be able to interpret experimental results, understand the factors and know how to apply experimental approaches for the study of intra- and interspecific genetic diversity of forest species, integrating knowledge and managing complexity, as well as formulating judgments even on the basis of limited or incomplete information, and including reflection on the social and ethical responsibilities associated. MAKING JUDGMENTS Develop a critical and independent sense to make choices and define future projects on the issues of Forest Conservation and Restoration. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Acquire technical terminology to communicate clearly and in detail new and innovative projects, ideas and conclusions, as well as the knowledge underlying them, to specialist and non-specialist interlocutors. LEARNING SKILLS Develop multidisciplinary learning skills, in an international perspective, that will allow continuing future in depth studies independently, in the different areas of scientific basic and applied research.	7	AGR/05	56	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
18405 - Traineeship	4		-	-	-	-	Other activities	ITA
18406 - Dissertation	16		400	-	-	-	Final examination and foreign language test	ITA

TOTAL

120

Teachings extracurricular: (hide)

118356 - Assetto del territorio	8	AGR/10	64	-	-	-	ITA
118357 - Meccanizzazione agricola	6	AGR/09	48	-	-	-	ITA
118358 - Strategie in entomologia agraria	Also available in another semester or year
118359 - Strategie in patologia vegetale	Also available in another semester or year
118360 - Politiche agricole ed evoluzione del mercato	6	AGR/01	48	-	-	-	ITA
118361 - Gestione dell’impresa agricola e analisi degli investimenti	6	AGR/01	48	-	-	-	ITA
118282 - Tirocinio	3		-	-	-	-	ITA
118323 - Research application of forest logging and wood technology	Also available in another semester or year
118324 - Research application on forest logging	Also available in another semester or year
118325 - Research application on wood technology	Also available in another semester or year
119342 - Plagas emergentes de la agricultura Europea	3	AGR/11	24	-	-	-	ITA
118327 - Forest Genetic Resources	Also available in another semester or year

Teachings extracurricular: (hide)

118356 - Assetto del territorio	Also available in another semester or year
118357 - Meccanizzazione agricola	Also available in another semester or year
118358 - Strategie in entomologia agraria	6	AGR/11	48	-	-	-	ITA
118359 - Strategie in patologia vegetale	6	AGR/12	48	-	-	-	ITA
118360 - Politiche agricole ed evoluzione del mercato	Also available in another semester or year
118361 - Gestione dell’impresa agricola e analisi degli investimenti	Also available in another semester or year
118282 - Tirocinio	3		-	-	-	-	ITA
118323 - Research application of forest logging and wood technology	9	AGR/06	72	-	-	-	ITA
118324 - Research application on forest logging (objectives) TEACHED EXCLUSIVELY IN ENGLISH a) EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES The students will acquire the main concepts and practices of research application on forest logging within the context of managing forest resources and ecosystems sustainability. The students will be able to study the forestry utilization process and explain interactions between logging, roads and transport systems both in close-to nature forest as in plantation forest. Again the students will acquire main concepts to assess and synthesize environmental and economic aspects to determine and describe appropriate technologies and mitigating measures to apply reduced impact logging. b) EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS At the end of the course, students must be able to: 1) know the technical and sperimental protocols managing forest logging in Italy and abroad; 2) analyze a research project and make it executive through the techniques resulting from forest logging; 3) knowing how to operate independently in evaluating the correct execution and application of the research on harvesting activities; 4) acquire communication skills at a technical and scientific level, aimed at presenting one's arguments properly or expressing evaluations on concrete cases; 5) have the ability to know how to seek and learn scientific and technological innovations aimed at the sector of forest logging, making use of national and international officially recognized databases.	6	AGR/06	48	-	-	-	ITA
118325 - Research application on wood technology (objectives) A) The students will acquire the main concepts and practices of research application into formation and properties of wood under different growth conditions. Students will understand wood as formed during growth as a biological material and its transformation, preservation for different arts, crafts and industrial uses and purposes, taking into account production in forest and in plantation. Student will have developed or deepened their knowledge and understanding of wood as one of the principle outputs of (Net) Primary Production from Forests, employable for mid- and long-term human use. The course will offer opportunities to identify different wood qualities and properties of wood. B) EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS 1) Knowledge and understanding Develop or deepen one's knowledge and understanding of wood as one of the main results of primary (net) production from forests, usable for human use in the medium and long term, specifically knowing the anatomical characteristics and quality of wood. The knowledge and understanding skills extend those learned during the previous university education and allow analyzes, not only appropriate, but also original. 2) Applying knowledge and understanding Knowledge and understanding of concepts and practices of applying research to the formation and properties of wood in different growth conditions, specifically knowledge of the anatomical characteristics of wood also for the identification of the species and to obtain information whose growth is a proxy. The knowledge and skills acquired are aimed at acquiring the ability to support own judgments and resolve complex issues relating to forest management, wood production both in forest and plantation and its use even in an interdisciplinary context. These skills are developed according to the principles of environmental sustainability, with a professional and ethically correct approach. 3) Making judgments Being able to collect data and interpret data on wood formation as a biological material both during growth but also during processing, conservation for different uses and purposes of arts, crafts and industries, to draw judgments supported by a scientific methodological approach, knowing how to choose the most appropriate methodology for the specific case, taking into account the sustainability of the processes. 4) Communication skills Being able to communicate unambiguously in the appropriate language with specialist and non-specialist interlocutors, correctly using the scientific and technical terminology of the sector. 5) Ability to learn (learning skills) Develop learning skills necessary to keep the preparation updated and to continue studying independently. To this end, the use of the Library's electronic resources is recommended.	3	AGR/06	24	-	-	-	ITA
119342 - Plagas emergentes de la agricultura Europea	Also available in another semester or year
118327 - Forest Genetic Resources	3	AGR/05	24	-	-	-	ITA

Restauro dell'ambiente e del paesaggio

FIRST YEAR

First semester

Course	Credits	Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code	Contact Hours	Exercise Hours	Laboratory Hours	Personal Study Hours	Type of Activity	Language
18393 - Evolutionary Entomology (objectives) a) training objectives - comprehension of the morphology and etology of the insects as result of evolutionary processes. - comprehension of the interactions among different organisms within an ecosystem. b) expected training results - Knowledge on the evolution of some morphological structures of the insects and of some aspects of their etology. - knowledge on the principal relations among the different organisms within the ecosystems. - Acquisition of a fundamental ecological culture for a correct management of the environment.	6	AGR/11	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
18395 - Appraissal of forest and environmental goods and services (objectives) Knowledge and understanding To present and promote knowledge of the characteristics of forest and environmental goods and services, whether they are material and/or immaterial, tangible and/or intangible. Acquire knowledge and understanding of the methodologies that allow the formulation of judgements of valuation according to a monetary metric, of the mentioned goods and service. Distinguish types of value judgements. Applied knowledge and understanding. Combine and apply the methodologies used to formulate value judgements for forest and environmental goods and services. Identify the most effective and efficient methodology for the type of goods and services being valued. Making judgment Acquire data and information, indicate documentary sources, build the database to facilitate interpretation and processing. Discuss the estimation process, highlight the results and their significance. Develop any comparative analysis. To make the assessment judgement independently, without external constraints. Communication skills Acquire the ability to argue the evaluation process, provide information and explanations. Ability to suggest solutions to problems. Learning skill Have acquired the necessary skills to perform the task of assessor. Ability to integrate the skills learned with new methodologies for processing and new forms of argumen	6	AGR/01	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
18407 - Meccanizzazione per gli interventi di restauro forestale (objectives) The course is structured to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of mechanization for forest restoration interventions, essential for selecting machinery, technologies, and work systems while considering functional, management, sizing, safety, time, and cost aspects of forestry operations and urban green space management. These educational objectives offer students an integrated and multidisciplinary preparation, combining technical and diagnostic skills necessary to operate effectively and sustainably in forest ecosystem restoration, urban green space management, and tree safety assessment. In detail: 1. Knowledge and understanding: Students will acquire a solid understanding of the technologies and different types of machinery used in forest restoration interventions and urban green space management, including biomechanics and technologies for assessing tree stability. They will be able to comprehend the ecological, engineering, safety, and technical principles underlying mechanization in specific natural and urban contexts, as well as the methodologies for diagnosing and assessing tree stability. 2. Applied knowledge and understanding: Students will be capable of applying the knowledge acquired to design and implement mechanized interventions in forest restoration and urban green space management, including techniques for assessing and monitoring tree stability. They will be able to select appropriate equipment and technologies for specific interventions based on the context and operational needs, integrating tree stability assessment into urban green space management and restoration practices. 3. Autonomy in judgment: Students will develop the ability to critically evaluate mechanization techniques and technologies, and tree stability assessment, considering costs, benefits, operational efficiency, safety aspects, and environmental and social impact. They will be able to make informed decisions regarding the selection and use of machinery and diagnostic technologies, based on a comprehensive evaluation of ecological, safety, and forest and green space management needs. 4. Communication skills: Students will be able to effectively communicate their technical and operational choices related to forest mechanization, urban green space management, and tree stability assessment, adapting their language to different audiences, including technicians, administrators, and local communities. They will be capable of drafting technical reports, operational plans, and presentations that detail the strategies adopted and the results achieved. 5. Learning skills: Students will develop the ability to continuously update themselves on emerging technologies and methodologies in the field of forest mechanization, urban green space management, and tree stability assessment techniques. They will be able to self-assess their skills and knowledge, adapting to sector evolutions to continually improve their professionalism and contribute to innovation in restoration and management practices.	6	AGR/09	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
118369 - Microbiologia dei suoli forestali (objectives) The course of “Forest Soil Microbiology” deals with the soil microbiology in forest by applicative point of view and with specific reference to the conservation and restoration of microbial biodiversity and functional ecosystem quality. EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS • Knowledge and understanding: The student will acquire knowledge and understanding about the microbial ecology and the main microbial taxa for the monitoring of soil biogeochemical cycles and for restoration of soil biodiversity in forest. • Apply knowledge and understanding: The student will acquire the skills to apply the theoretical knowledge of the topics discussed in the course with a critical meaning for role of microbiology for nitrogen fixation, microbiome sciences, SO priming and for humus formation. • Making judgements: The student will be able to identify the strategy for planning soil monitoring and restoration and assess the risks for forest environment without being influenced by carriers of interest. • Communication skills: The student will be able to communicate to third parties relevant information and specific problems for different environmental contexts. • Learning skills: Additional objectives include improving learning abilities and communication skills, more specifically the ability to present topics related to the microbiology of interface plant-soils in forest environment using appropriate terminology.	6	AGR/16	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
18404 - Elective courses	8		64	-	-	-	Elective activities	ITA

Second semester

Course	Credits	Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code	Contact Hours	Exercise Hours	Laboratory Hours	Personal Study Hours	Type of Activity	Language
119051 - .
- . (objectives) The objectives of the course are transmission of the basics of applied geology and environmental. The course provides tools and techniques for understanding, analyzing and solving geological problems applied to soil and groundwater protection and management. Geotechnical soil and rock properties, hydrogeological properties, slope dynamics are examined in the geomorphological context of reference for sustainable management and for the prevention of geological and environmental hazards. Expected learning outcomes Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity, the student will acquire knowledge on geotechnical soil and rock properties, erosion processes and dynamics of the slopes, groundwater flow. The student will be able to distinguish the most common forms of erosion and landslides, and to analyze slope dynamics. The student will be able to understand the hydrogeological processes by linking them to the geological characteristics. Applied knowledge and understanding: At the end of the training activity, the student will have to demonstrate that he is able: to interpret the results of a geotechnical characterization of soils and rocks, to read and interpret landslide maps, to analyze hydrogeological data, to calculate flow rate of aquifers. Making judgments: Through the examples presented during the lessons and exercises, the student will acquire autonomy of judgment based on the acquired knowledge, analyzing different Italian geological, geomorphological and hydrogeological environments. Communication skills: The student will acquire an appropriate technical language both during the lessons and during the exercises so that they can interact with professionals and experts involved in environmental analysis, management and design. Communication skills will be verified during intermediate tests and/or final examination. Learning skills: The student must demonstrate his ability to investigate geological, geomorphological and hydrogeological areas which differ from those considered during the course. The student must be able to analyze geotechnical characteristics, slope dynamics and hydrogeological features of an area useful for safeguard and monitoring of the soil and groundwater resources.	6	GEO/05	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
- . (objectives) "Modellistica Idrologica ed Idraulica" a) Course objectives: The fundamental objective of the course is to provide advanced methodological tools to understand the main processes related to the world of hydrological and hydraulic modeling, with particular attention to issues related to "bad" water (linked to the concept of hydrogeological risk). b) Expected learning outcomes: 1) Knowledge and understanding. Know in detail and at an advanced level the structure of most systems related to hydrological and hydraulic modeling, both at the verification and project level. 2) Ability to apply knowledge and understanding. Learning of the advanced tools necessary for the analysis of the main processes related to hydrological and hydraulic modeling. 3) Autonomy of judgement. Know how to identify the key variables for the evaluation of most systems related to hydrological and hydraulic modeling, both at the verification and project level. 4) Communication skills. Ability to transfer at a level of knowledge what has been learned during the design and verification phase of the main systems related to hydrological and hydraulic modeling. 5) Learning ability. A condition for success in learning is the ability to know how to analyze in technical terms the main processes linked to hydrological and hydraulic modelling.	6	AGR/08	48	-	-	-	Related or supplementary learning activities	ITA
18381 - Plant fertility and nutrition (objectives) The course aims to provide the cognitive fundamentals of the concepts of soil quality and recovery, as well as an in-depth knowledge of the dynamics of nutrients in soil and the problems related to their availability to plants, with particular reference to the mechanisms of nutrient acquisition at the level of the soil-plant system (rhizosphere). Knowledge and understanding of 1) the approaches available for the assessment of soil quality and fertility, 2) the effects that natural or anthropogenic disturbances have on soil and the nutrient cycle, and 3) the soil-plant relationships, with the aim of defining the basis for the development of strategies aimed at achieving greater nutrient efficiency, understood as better utilisation of available resources, in both good quality and degraded soils. Ability to apply the knowledge acquired from theoretical lectures and practical laboratory activities to 1) identify the most suitable analytical methods for assessing and monitoring soil quality and health, 2) hypothesise changes in soil characteristics and nutrient cycles as a result of natural or anthropogenic disturbances, 3) hypothesise changes in nutrient availability as a result of natural or anthropogenic disturbances. During the lectures and exercises, the student will acquire autonomy of judgement that will allow him/her to 1) judge the nutrient dynamics and quality of a soil from a forest and environmental point of view; 2) critically evaluate the quality of available technical/scientific information. Ability to present acquired skills with appropriate language and the use of technical and specific terms and to retrieve information from online bibliography. Communication skills will be tested in the examination. Acquisition of learning strategies: at the end of the course, the student will have developed the ability to autonomously learn new concepts, to describe situations different from those considered during the course, also combining different theories, in order to apply them both in a continuation of third-level studies (PhD) and in professional life.	6	AGR/13	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA

SECOND YEAR

First semester

Course	Credits	Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code	Contact Hours	Exercise Hours	Laboratory Hours	Personal Study Hours	Type of Activity	Language
119052 - . (objectives) 1)(knowledge and understanding) Understanding patterns and functions of the plant component of ecosystems and landscapes 2) (applying knowledge and understanding) Learning how to manage and monitor plant biodiversity in the landscape. 3) (making judgements) basic ability about how to evalaute the conservation status of a plant community 4) (communication skills) properly use scientific terminology of the field; 5) (learning skills) be able to read and understand scientific papers, technical reports, vegetation maps and Natura2000 documents.	6	BIO/03	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
119053 - .
- Telerilevamento per l'analisi del territorio (objectives) "Ecological Planning and Management of the Forest Environment" The course aims to provide students with regulatory tools, policies, and methods to be used in forest planning and management at different scales and levels (forest management plans; Integrated Forest Land Use, and Protected Areas Planning) for sustainable forest resource use in the framework of ecological transition with particular reference to biodiversity conservation and climate mitigation. The main training objectives are: - Knowledge and understanding: the student, during the course, learns the theoretical notions to understand and solve the complex problems in ecological planning of the forest landscape; - Applied knowledge and understanding will be pursued through integrated teaching including theoretical lectures, case studies and laboratory activities in classrooms equipped for exercises. In particular, the student will be able to understand the different products of forest planning from the forest management plan to management plans for protected areas and habitat restoration. - Autonomy of judgment in the complex contexts of forestry planning including problems that are difficult or impossible to solve, as the requirements underlying their solution are contradictory, incomplete and constantly changing (Wicked problems); - Communication skills also aimed at involving citizens in forest planning. These skills will be developed through the drafting of reports and/or projects to be exhibited during the exam; - Ability to learn through an active methodology to create an environment conducive to the teaching-learning and conscious use of digital technologies such as Scopus and Scholar to develop the student's continuous learning skills "Telerilevamento per l'analisi del territorio" 1. Knowledge and Understanding: Students will gain a solid understanding of fundamental concepts in cartography and reference systems, as well as a thorough comprehension of the territorial information system for forest planning. They will be able to identify and describe basic and detailed informational layers and understand the principles of forest cover analysis through photo interpretation of aerial and satellite images. They will also gain insights into diacronic analysis for assessing the evolution of forested areas and applications of LIDAR data for determining biomass and timber volume. 2. Applying Knowledge and Understanding: Students will apply their acquired knowledge to develop and manage a territorial information system (TIS) within a GIS environment for forest planning and management. They will demonstrate the ability to use tools and techniques such as NDVI analysis from multispectral data of the Copernicus program for vegetation monitoring, and LIDAR data for assessing biomass and timber volume. They will be able to interpret and apply the collected information to make informed and data-driven decisions. 3. Making Judgements: Students will develop the ability to critically evaluate the information and techniques used in their research projects. They will be able to make informed judgments about the quality and reliability of data, such as satellite images and LIDAR data, and select the most appropriate methodologies for forest analysis and planning. 4. Communication Skills: Students will be able to clearly and accurately present the results of their analyses and research. They will be capable of effectively communicating their conclusions and recommendations in both written and oral forms, using appropriate technical terminology and data visualization tools such as maps and graphs. 5. Learning Skills: Students will develop the skills necessary for continuous learning and updating their knowledge in the fields of cartography and GIS. They will be able to adapt to new technologies and methodologies, and apply their acquired skills to solve complex problems and address future challenges in forest planning and territorial analysis.	6	AGR/10	48	-	-	-	Related or supplementary learning activities	ITA
- Pianificazione e gestione ecologica dell'ambiente forestale (objectives) The course aims to provide students with regulatory tools, policies, and methods to be used in forest planning and management at different scales and levels (forest management plans; Integrated Forest Land Use, and Protected Areas Planning) for sustainable forest resource use in the framework of ecological transition with particular reference to biodiversity conservation and climate mitigation. The main training objectives are: - Knowledge and understanding: the student, during the course, learns the theoretical notions to understand and solve the complex problems in ecological planning of the forest landscape; - Applied knowledge and understanding will be pursued through integrated teaching including theoretical lectures, case studies and laboratory activities in classrooms equipped for exercises. In particular, the student will be able to understand the different products of forest planning from the forest management plan to management plans for protected areas and habitat restoration. - Autonomy of judgment in the complex contexts of forestry planning including problems that are difficult or impossible to solve, as the requirements underlying their solution are contradictory, incomplete and constantly changing (Wicked problems); - Communication skills also aimed at involving citizens in forest planning. These skills will be developed through the drafting of reports and/or projects to be exhibited during the exam; - Ability to learn through an active methodology to create an environment conducive to the teaching-learning and conscious use of digital technologies such as Scopus and Scholar to develop the student's continuous learning skills	7	AGR/05	56	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
119720 - Planning of the forest
- Planning and forestry sites (objectives) Teached only in Italian a) TRAINING OBJECTIVES The course is aimed at those who want to acquire advanced knowledge to operate, at managerial and coordination level, in the field of forest operations, soil protection, forest planning and biodiversity conservation. Essential knowledge of the bases of forest planning and management of the forest yards. The knowledge of the legislative and technical-scientific instruments necessary for the design and operational management of forest yards. b) EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS At the end of the course, students must be able to: 1) know the legislative and technical principles that manage forest activities and planning and be able to read and understand forest projects; 2) analyze an executive forest project and understand the structure of the forest yard; 3) to know how to operate independently in assessing the correct execution of works deriving from forest planning and execution of the relative forest yards; 4) acquire communication skills at a technical and scientific level, aimed at properly presenting their projects or assessments of tested works. 5) have the ability to know how to seek and learn scientific and technological innovations aimed at the forest sector, making use of officially recognized national and international databases.	6	AGR/06	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
- Environmental engineering (objectives) a) TRAINING OBJECTIVES The course is aimed at those who want to acquire advanced knowledge to operate, at a managerial, executive and coordination level, in forest planning. Essential knowledge of the basics of forest planning and management of yards. Mastery of the legislative and technical-scientific tools necessary for the planning and management of forest operations. Ability to operate for such works also as a tester. b) EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS To pass the exam, students, based on the Dublin descriptors, must be able to acquire good "Knowledge and understanding skills, both theoretical and applied", possess adequate "Independent judgment" and "Communication skills", maintain and implement their "Learning skills". All this as better detailed in the context of the individual courses that make up the exam.	6	AGR/08	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA

Second semester

Course	Credits	Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code	Contact Hours	Exercise Hours	Laboratory Hours	Personal Study Hours	Type of Activity	Language
18402 - Conservation and restoration of forest environments
18402-1 - Ecogenetica forestale (objectives) KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Consolidate and broaden the knowledge and understanding of the bases of the evolution of forest species and the ecological-genetic interaction of individuals and forest populations. Provide a framework for applying and developing in an effective and original manner the methods of analysis and monitoring of forest genetic resources and their conservation, through the use of the main methods of molecular biology and bioinformatics. APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Develop skills in understanding and solving problems due to climate change and biodiversity loss, with reference to interdisciplinary contexts. Be able to interpret experimental results, understand the factors and know how to apply experimental approaches for the study of intra- and interspecific genetic diversity of forest species, integrating knowledge and managing complexity, as well as formulating judgments even on the basis of limited or incomplete information, and including reflection on the social and ethical responsibilities associated. MAKING JUDGMENTS Develop a critical and independent sense to make choices and define future projects on the issues of Forest Conservation and Restoration. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Acquire technical terminology to communicate clearly and in detail new and innovative projects, ideas and conclusions, as well as the knowledge underlying them, to specialist and non-specialist interlocutors. LEARNING SKILLS Develop multidisciplinary learning skills, in an international perspective, that will allow continuing future in depth studies independently, in the different areas of scientific basic and applied research.	6	AGR/05	48	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
18402-2 - Restauro dell’ambiente forestale (objectives) "Ecogenetica forestale" KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Consolidate and broaden the knowledge and understanding of the bases of the evolution of forest species and the ecological-genetic interaction of individuals and forest populations. Provide a framework for applying and developing in an effective and original manner the methods of analysis and monitoring of forest genetic resources and their conservation, through the use of the main methods of molecular biology and bioinformatics. APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Develop skills in understanding and solving problems due to climate change and biodiversity loss, with reference to interdisciplinary contexts. Be able to interpret experimental results, understand the factors and know how to apply experimental approaches for the study of intra- and interspecific genetic diversity of forest species, integrating knowledge and managing complexity, as well as formulating judgments even on the basis of limited or incomplete information, and including reflection on the social and ethical responsibilities associated. MAKING JUDGMENTS Develop a critical and independent sense to make choices and define future projects on the issues of Forest Conservation and Restoration. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Acquire technical terminology to communicate clearly and in detail new and innovative projects, ideas and conclusions, as well as the knowledge underlying them, to specialist and non-specialist interlocutors. LEARNING SKILLS Develop multidisciplinary learning skills, in an international perspective, that will allow continuing future in depth studies independently, in the different areas of scientific basic and applied research.	7	AGR/05	56	-	-	-	Core compulsory activities	ITA
119054 - Geomatica per la pianificazione territoriale (objectives) 1. Learning objective The course provides knowledge of the methods and tools for observing and analyzing the territory, along with the conceptual tools needed to understand the territorial planning system. It offers advanced knowledge related to Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Remote Sensing, and spatial analyses of territorial data that are essential for territorial planning. The student will acquire specific skills in the analysis and processing of spatial data, as well as in understanding the existing planning system tools. By the end of the course, the student will be able to create a cartographic project aimed at territorial planning, understand the fundamental elements of cartography and digital cartographic representation, and create thematic maps related to territorial elements. The student will also be capable of conducting spatial analyses of various phenomena. Additionally, they will gain proficiency in using GIS software and applying remotely sensed images for territorial analyses. To develop problem-solving skills, the student will be required to produce an exam paper by applying the acquired knowledge, working both independently and in groups to enhance learning ability and work autonomy. The analyses will utilize georeferenced data available from major databases such as the National WMS Geoportal, ISTAT database, Copernicus, and Regional Web GIS. Whenever possible, students will be involved in activities related to ongoing research projects.	6	AGR/10	48	-	-	-	Related or supplementary learning activities	ITA
18405 - Traineeship	4		-	-	-	-	Other activities	ITA
18406 - Dissertation	16		400	-	-	-	Final examination and foreign language test	ITA

TOTAL

120

Teachings extracurricular: (hide)

118356 - Assetto del territorio	8	AGR/10	64	-	-	-	ITA
118357 - Meccanizzazione agricola	6	AGR/09	48	-	-	-	ITA
118358 - Strategie in entomologia agraria	Also available in another semester or year
118359 - Strategie in patologia vegetale	Also available in another semester or year
118360 - Politiche agricole ed evoluzione del mercato	6	AGR/01	48	-	-	-	ITA
118361 - Gestione dell’impresa agricola e analisi degli investimenti	6	AGR/01	48	-	-	-	ITA
118282 - Tirocinio	3		-	-	-	-	ITA
118323 - Research application of forest logging and wood technology	Also available in another semester or year
118324 - Research application on forest logging	Also available in another semester or year
118325 - Research application on wood technology	Also available in another semester or year
119342 - Plagas emergentes de la agricultura Europea	3	AGR/11	24	-	-	-	ITA
118327 - Forest Genetic Resources	Also available in another semester or year

Teachings extracurricular: (hide)

118356 - Assetto del territorio	Also available in another semester or year
118357 - Meccanizzazione agricola	Also available in another semester or year
118358 - Strategie in entomologia agraria	6	AGR/11	48	-	-	-	ITA
118359 - Strategie in patologia vegetale	6	AGR/12	48	-	-	-	ITA
118360 - Politiche agricole ed evoluzione del mercato	Also available in another semester or year
118361 - Gestione dell’impresa agricola e analisi degli investimenti	Also available in another semester or year
118282 - Tirocinio	3		-	-	-	-	ITA
118323 - Research application of forest logging and wood technology	9	AGR/06	72	-	-	-	ITA
118324 - Research application on forest logging (objectives) TEACHED EXCLUSIVELY IN ENGLISH a) EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES The students will acquire the main concepts and practices of research application on forest logging within the context of managing forest resources and ecosystems sustainability. The students will be able to study the forestry utilization process and explain interactions between logging, roads and transport systems both in close-to nature forest as in plantation forest. Again the students will acquire main concepts to assess and synthesize environmental and economic aspects to determine and describe appropriate technologies and mitigating measures to apply reduced impact logging. b) EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS At the end of the course, students must be able to: 1) know the technical and sperimental protocols managing forest logging in Italy and abroad; 2) analyze a research project and make it executive through the techniques resulting from forest logging; 3) knowing how to operate independently in evaluating the correct execution and application of the research on harvesting activities; 4) acquire communication skills at a technical and scientific level, aimed at presenting one's arguments properly or expressing evaluations on concrete cases; 5) have the ability to know how to seek and learn scientific and technological innovations aimed at the sector of forest logging, making use of national and international officially recognized databases.	6	AGR/06	48	-	-	-	ITA
118325 - Research application on wood technology (objectives) A) The students will acquire the main concepts and practices of research application into formation and properties of wood under different growth conditions. Students will understand wood as formed during growth as a biological material and its transformation, preservation for different arts, crafts and industrial uses and purposes, taking into account production in forest and in plantation. Student will have developed or deepened their knowledge and understanding of wood as one of the principle outputs of (Net) Primary Production from Forests, employable for mid- and long-term human use. The course will offer opportunities to identify different wood qualities and properties of wood. B) EXPECTED LEARNING RESULTS 1) Knowledge and understanding Develop or deepen one's knowledge and understanding of wood as one of the main results of primary (net) production from forests, usable for human use in the medium and long term, specifically knowing the anatomical characteristics and quality of wood. The knowledge and understanding skills extend those learned during the previous university education and allow analyzes, not only appropriate, but also original. 2) Applying knowledge and understanding Knowledge and understanding of concepts and practices of applying research to the formation and properties of wood in different growth conditions, specifically knowledge of the anatomical characteristics of wood also for the identification of the species and to obtain information whose growth is a proxy. The knowledge and skills acquired are aimed at acquiring the ability to support own judgments and resolve complex issues relating to forest management, wood production both in forest and plantation and its use even in an interdisciplinary context. These skills are developed according to the principles of environmental sustainability, with a professional and ethically correct approach. 3) Making judgments Being able to collect data and interpret data on wood formation as a biological material both during growth but also during processing, conservation for different uses and purposes of arts, crafts and industries, to draw judgments supported by a scientific methodological approach, knowing how to choose the most appropriate methodology for the specific case, taking into account the sustainability of the processes. 4) Communication skills Being able to communicate unambiguously in the appropriate language with specialist and non-specialist interlocutors, correctly using the scientific and technical terminology of the sector. 5) Ability to learn (learning skills) Develop learning skills necessary to keep the preparation updated and to continue studying independently. To this end, the use of the Library's electronic resources is recommended.	3	AGR/06	24	-	-	-	ITA
119342 - Plagas emergentes de la agricultura Europea	Also available in another semester or year
118327 - Forest Genetic Resources	Also available in another semester or year

Degree Course: Environmental and Forest Conservation and Restoration A.Y. 2022/2023

Expected learning outcomes Syllabus

Conoscenza e capacità di comprensione

Capacità di applicare conoscenza e comprensione

Autonomia di giudizio

Abilità comunicative

Capacità di apprendimento

Requisiti di ammissione

Prova finale

Orientamento in ingresso

Il Corso di Studio in breve