General Info

courseProgram

Applications of dendrology to formative and multidisciplinary projects proposed by the students.

examMode

valutation of the proposed project

books

Grossoni, Bruschi, Bussotti, Selvi - Trattato di Botanica forestale (2 vol.), Cedam, 2020

classRoomMode

front lessons and field work

bibliography

Grossoni, Bruschi, Bussotti, Selvi - Trattato di Botanica forestale (2 vol.), Cedam, 2020

courseProgram

Application of Biochemistry and Soil Chemistry knowledge to multidisciplinary training projects proposed by students

examMode

Evaluation of the executed project

books

Taiz e Zeiger, Fisiologia vegetale, Piccin
Fondamenti di Biochimica Agraria, Patron Ed
Fondamenti di Chimica del Suolo, Patron Ed

Hand-outs from lessons

classRoomMode

Optional

bibliography

Taiz e Zeiger, Fisiologia vegetale, Piccin
Fondamenti di Biochimica Agraria, Patron Ed
Fondamenti di Chimica del Suolo, Patron Ed

Hand-outs from lessons

courseProgram

Introduction to the multidisciplinary work lab.
Explanation of the work lab's training objectives.
Students' proposals of the topic to be covered and evaluation of opportunities and criticalities.
Choice of the work lab topic.
Planning and conduct of the work lab activities.
Presentation of results and discussion.

examMode

The evaluation of the project resulting from the multidisciplinary workshop will aim to verify the following learning objectives
KNOWLEDGE AND COMPREHENSION SKILLS
To have developed an awareness of the diversity of the subjects studied in the first two years but also of their interconnection.
ABILITY TO APPLY KNOWLEDGE
To have understood the ways of integrating concepts and didactic notions obtained in different contexts in order to analyse complex situations, highlight and resolve critical issues.
AUTONOMY OF JUDGEMENT
To show the ability to draw on the knowledge acquired to better manage natural forests and greenery in urban and peri-urban environments.

MODE OF EXECUTION:
- The test consists of the collective presentation of the project developed during the workshop activities, highlighting the role played by each of the participants.
- The final grade refers to: active participation during the multidisciplinary workshop and related activities; mode of expression and mastery of the correct terminology; critical vision of the situations described; overall mastery of the subjects involved .
- The timetable and registration for examination appointments is made via the University's GOMP portal.
- Each student may take the test no more than 3 times per (academic) year.

books

The texts adopted in the work lab are those referred to by the individual subjects involved.

mode

Frontal classroom presentation of the work lab, including PowerPoint presentations with graphic illustrations, photographs, videos and animations. Insights and examples, scientific bibliography, forum, exchange of information. Laboratory and field exercises.

classRoomMode

Attendance at the multidisciplinary work lab is optional, but is nevertheless strongly recommended to facilitate understanding of the objectives and above all to allow interaction between students, which is essential for the aims set. Attendance also allows students to discuss and explore any critical issues with the lecturer.

bibliography

Depending on the topic chosen by the students for the project, the teachers involved will provide ad hoc bibliographic material.

courseProgram

General
Dendrology: species concepts. Diagnostic characters: habitus, shape, bark, buds, leaves, roots, repoductive organs. Variability of diagnostic characters. Evolution. Taxonomy. Hybridization. Growth and phenology. Longevity.
Dasology: biodiversity of forest ecosystems. Bioclimatology. Forest biomes and ecoregions. Structure and succession of forest populations. Main Italian forest types. Old-growth forests and monumental trees. Forest composition in the urban landscape and its importance.

Special
Monographic treatments of the following tree taxa, including nomenclature, distribution, cenology and utilization: Taxus baccata, Cedrus spp., Larix decidua, Picea abies, Abies alba, Mediterranean firs, Mediterranean and mountain pines, Cupressus sempervirens, Juniperus spp., Fagus sylvatica, Castanea sativa, Italian oaks, Carpinus betulus, C. orientalis, Ostrya carpinifolia, Corylus avellana, Betula pendula, B. pubescens, Alnus cordata, A. glutinosa, A. incana, A. viridis, poplars, Ulmus minor, U. glabra, Celtis australis, maples, lindens, willows, Prunus spp. Sorbus spp. Salix spp.. Mediterranean maquis. Main tree and shrub species for the urban landscape.

examMode

The students will present an herbarium with 20 samples of the tree species treated during the course. Three questions related with the topics of the program.

books

Lesson notes and powerpoint presentations provided buy the teacher.
A field botanic guide
Grossoni, Bruschi, Bussotti, Selvi (2020) - Trattato di Botanica forestale (2 vol.), Cedam

classRoomMode

Facultative

bibliography

Grossoni, Bruschi, Bussotti, Selvi (2020) - Trattato di Botanica forestale (2 vol.), Cedam

courseProgram

Introduction to the course: an overview of the topics to be addressed.
Definitions: the concept of biodiversity and its levels (genetic, species, and community or ecosystem biodiversity).
Multidisciplinary approach of the Conservation Biology
Biodiversity in space and time
the concept of biodiversity at different spatial scales (alpha, beta, gamma diversity), how biodiversity varies on the planet, and how the population of living beings has changed over time.
Biodiversity hotspots.
Species ranges (cosmopolitan vs endemic)
Biodiversity in Italy.
Importance of biodiversity: in itself and in relation to human activities.
The concept of ecosystem services.
Methods for measuring and monitoring species and community biodiversity.
Biodiversity measures (counting, relative abundance).
Biodiversity estimates (overview of biodiversity indices and their application).
Functional characteristics of species (biological forms, chorological types, biogeographic importance of species, guilds, etc.).
Main threats: concepts of speciation, segregation, and extinction.
Habitat loss and degradation (land consumption, human activities' impacts on ecosystem conservation).
Invasive alien species (biogeography and conservation).
Climate change (climate variations and species migrations).
Tools for Biodiversity Conservation:
Natura Directives.
Protected areas.
Types of financing.

examMode

Presenting and discussing a thesis focused on a protected habitat or species, accompanied by an assessment of responses to four questions related to the course topics.

books

Primark Boitani Conservazione della Natura in pdf because out of print

classRoomMode

Attendance at lessons is not mandatory.

bibliography

NaturaItalia (https://www.naturaitalia.it/home.do)
Portale della flora italiana ( http://dryades.units.it/floritaly/index.php)
Acta Plantarum (https://www.actaplantarum.org/index.php).
Prodromo della vegetazione d’Europa (https://floraveg.eu/)
Manuale Nazionale di interpretazione degli habitat (http://vnr.unipg.it/habitat/)
Manuali di Monitoraggio (ISPRA) (https://www.isprambiente.gov.it/it/pubblicazioni/manuali-e-linee-guida)
Rapporti periodici sullo stato di Habitat e Specie (ISPRA) (https://www.isprambiente.gov.it/it/pubblicazioni/rapporti)
Materiali della rete del Sistema Nazionale delle Aree Protette (https://www.isprambiente.gov.it/it/pubblicazioni/pubblicazioni-snpa)
Stato della Natura (https://www.eea.europa.eu/en/topics/in-depth/biodiversity)

Other materials on Moodle.

courseProgram

Historical development of forest mechanization.

Constitution of the machines (endothermic engines, mechanical and hydraulic transmissions, tyres, driving and control elements, equipment connection systems, safety, ergonomics).

Legislative Decree 81/08 Title IV (temporary or mobile construction sites) and Legislative Decree 17/2010 (new machinery directive).

Correct use of driving and operating machines (adherence, slip control, compaction, measurement of working times, yields in the forest, operating costs, cost-benefit analysis, safety and ergonomics).

Tractors, chainsaws, winches, brushcutters, machines for working the soil, for treatments, for forage cultivation; machines for harvesting tree crops.

Safety planning in the forest sector

examMode

The examination takes place in the forms established by art. 23 of the University Didactic Regulations. In the evaluation of the test and in the attribution of the final grade, the following will be taken into account: the level of knowledge of the contents demonstrated, the ability to apply theoretical concepts, the ability to analyze, synthesize and interdisciplinary connections, the ability of critical sense and formulation of judgments, of the mastery of expression. The exam consists of an oral test. During the test, the level of knowledge acquired on the topics covered in the course, the ability of the candidate to critically apply this knowledge to the problems and case studies addressed, as well as the effectiveness and clarity in the presentation will be assessed.

books

Lecture notes and lecture notes (available online).

mode

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classRoomMode

on the room with front lesson and didattic materials

bibliography

Lecture notes and lecture notes (available online).

courseProgram

Biodiversity and importance of insects.
Morphology: exoskeleton, head, thorax, abdomen, endoskeleton.
Anatomy: circulatory system, digestive system, respiratory system, nervous system, sense organs, etc.
Insect reproduction and development.
Insect ecology. Social behaviour.
Monitoring and control methods.
Systematics and phylogeny.
The main orders of insects and identification using dichotomous keys.

examMode

The oral exam begins with the student's presentation of the entomological collection he/she has set up and the insects it contains. In particular, the student will have to be able to identify at order/suborder level the organisms in the collection and provide information on their ecological role. Afterwards, the oral examination will focus on the course programme and on the practical and laboratory activities carried out: in general, one question will be on the general entomology part, one on the main monitoring and/or control methods examined in the lecture.
The final grade will take into account
- the quality of the entomological collection (preparation of the insects, knowledge of the ecology of the organisms present, etc.)
- the student's knowledge acquired on the course programme;
- his or her active participation during the course and related activities;
- the student's manner of expression and mastery of the correct terminology;
- the critical view of entomological issues;
- the overall mastery of the subject (linkage between different topics).
The exam calendar (and registration) can be found on the University portal.

books

Slides provided by the lecturer
E. Tremblay, 2003. Entomologia applicata. Vol. I, generalità e mezzi di controllo. Liguori Ed. Napoli.
Lineamenti di zoologia generale – Padova University Press

mode

The course will be held in presence. Field activities will be carried out (2/4 hours) during which the student will come into contact with the main entomological issues addressed in the lectures and which concern both the contrast to harmful insects and the protection of organisms of particular ecosystem interest. There will also be classroom microscopy exercises (at least 2 hours) for the observation and identification of the main entomological taxa, applying the knowledge acquired during the lectures. Two (2) hours of the course will be dedicated to the instructions for preparing an entomological collection, consisting of 30 insects that the student will have to present at the exam and on which will be evaluated.

classRoomMode

attendance is not compulsory but strongly recommended

bibliography

E. Tremblay, 2003. Entomologia applicata. Vol. I, generalità e mezzi di controllo. Liguori Ed. Napoli.
Lineamenti di zoologia generale – Padova University Press

courseProgram

Urban ecosystems. Monitoring and control systems allowed in urban settings. Biological cycles and main strategies for low-impact control of key species of urban issues.

examMode

In awarding the final grade, the following will be considered: level of content knowledge, ability to apply theoretical concepts, synthesis, critical sense, and mastery of expression.
During the oral examination, the student will be required to critically discuss a case study.

books

Battisti A. et. al. 2013. Lineamenti di Entomologia Forestale. Padova University Press -
A.Pollini, 2002. Manuale di Entomologia Applicata. Ed agricole, Bologna.

mode

Lectures will be conducted in the classroom with PowerPoint presentation, live-streaming via ZOOM platform for students authorized to follow remotely. Students will receive teachings in the logic of split classroom, will be able to interact with the lecturer and all invited experts for seminar activities and during field exercise activities. Laboratory activities will be conducted for learning the methods of entomological preparation of insects

classRoomMode

Not mandatory.

bibliography

Battisti A. et. al. 2013. Lineamenti di Entomologia Forestale. Padova University Press -
A.Pollini, 2002. Manuale di Entomologia Applicata. Ed agricole, Bologna.

courseProgram

During the course the main diseases that affect the ornamental species of the urban green (herbaceous, shrubs and, above all, woody species) will be described:
• Abiotic damage in urban environments: injuries; damage from urban interventions such as pruning, roadworks (pavements, laying pipes, etc.), contiguity with buildings, etc.
• Fungal diseases of the root system: root rot by Armillaria spp., Heterobasidion annosum s.l.; Rosellinia necatrix. Specific diagnostic tools (root inspector, etc)
• bark cankers: Seiridium cardinale; Nectria spp.
• Tracheomycosis: Dutch Elm Disease by Ophiostoma ulmi and novo-ulmi; sycamore canker by Ceratocystis platani.
• Crown diseases (examples): powdery mildews, anthracnose, leaf curl, leaf necrosis.
• Rusts on ornamental species.
• Bacterial diseases: bacterial rot and cankers.
• Virosis and phytoplasmosis: examples on ornamental species.
• Turf diseases: Root and foliar diseases
• Wood decay: compartmentalization theory (CODIT)
• The stability assessment:
• Failure Risk Class (FRC).
• Diagnostic Tools (VTA, Pressler’s Succhiel, Fracking Meter, Resistograph, Pulse Hammer, Tomograph, Shigometer, Ground Probing Radar (GPR), Compressed Air Digging Systems (Air-Spade®).
• Dendrotherapy.
• Guidelines for the protection of monumental trees

examMode

The exam, as a whole, will point to verify the following training objectives:
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
Having acquired the knowledge of the basic principles of plant pathology. Having understood and learned the process of disease onset and pathogen spread in plant populations. Having learned to recognize and decipher the symptomatology of plant diseases. Having understood and learned the main biological features of the diverse kinds of causal agents. Having learned the main diagnostic strategies for plant diseases and how to apply them correctly. Have a solid knowledge of the most important plant diseases in forest environment and their causative agents.
KNOWLEDGE APPLICATION
Understanding of the main experimental approaches to phytopathology in forest environment as discussed during lectures and their applications to specific problems
AUTONOMY OF JUDGMENT
To be able to interpret phytopathological situations similar to those discussed during lectures. Use of the acquired knowledge for the best management of phytosanitary problems in forest environment.

CONDITIONS OF THE EXAMINATION:
• The ongoing test, carried out after the completion of the General Part of the Course Program, consists of a written test in the classroom lasting 120 minutes for a total of 10 open questions concerning the topics covered in this first part of the program.
• Students who have scored at least 18/30 in the written test on the General Part of the Course Program, can take the final oral test.
• Students, if not satisfied with the score of the written test on the General Part, can integrate and improve it in oral form, after agreement with the teacher, and in any case before taking the Final Oral Test.
• The Final Oral Test mainly focuses on the Special Part of the Course Program and the knowledge acquired during the laboratory and field exercises. The discussion of a topic assigned by the teacher at the end of the lessons is proposed.
• If during the course of the Final Oral Exam cognitive gaps emerge on the general part, the teacher reserves the right to deepen the assessment of the knowledge of these topics by students, even if related to the General Part of the Course, and to take this into account in the final assessment.
• The final score is made up of 90% of the average between the score of the written test and the oral test, and 10% of the student’s teacher’s assessment of: active participation during the course and related activities; modalities of expression and mastery of the correct terminology; critical vision of the phytopathological problems; overall mastery of the matter (connection between different topics).
• The calendar of exam session and the registration for exam is made through the University portal GOMP.
• Each student has the right to take the exam no more than 3 times per year (academic).

books

1) Capretti P., Ragazzi A. – Elementi di patologia forestale, Patron Editore;
2) Garibaldi A., Bertetti D., Rapetti S., Gullino M.L., Malattie delle piante ornamentali, Edagricole;
3) Atlante illustrato delle malattie delle piante legnose. Arbusti ornamentali, alberi di parchi e viali” Heinz Butin, Franz Nienhaus e Günter Hartmann. Franco Muzzio Editore;

mode

Frontal lessons in the classroom, presentations in PowerPoint with graphic illustrations, photos, video and animations. Assistance in remote (google Classroom): insights and examples of specific topics, related scientific literature, forum, interchange of information. Laboratory tutorial and training, Tutorial and field practice.

classRoomMode

The attendance at the course is optional but is however strongly recommended to facilitate understanding of the topics covered and their correct assimilation. Participation also allows the students to discuss and investigate any critical issues with the teacher.

bibliography

Notes from lessons and Materials available on the Moodle page of the course.

courseProgram

During the course the main diseases that affect the ornamental species of the urban green (herbaceous, shrubs and, above all, woody species) will be described:
• Abiotic damage in urban environments: injuries; damage from urban interventions such as pruning, roadworks (pavements, laying pipes, etc.), contiguity with buildings, etc.
• Fungal diseases of the root system: root rot by Armillaria spp., Heterobasidion annosum s.l.; Rosellinia necatrix. Specific diagnostic tools (root inspector, etc)
• bark cankers: Seiridium cardinale; Nectria spp.
• Tracheomycosis: Dutch Elm Disease by Ophiostoma ulmi and novo-ulmi; sycamore canker by Ceratocystis platani.
• Crown diseases (examples): powdery mildews, anthracnose, leaf curl, leaf necrosis.
• Rusts on ornamental species.
• Bacterial diseases: bacterial rot and cankers.
• Virosis and phytoplasmosis: examples on ornamental species.
• Turf diseases: Root and foliar diseases
• Wood decay: compartmentalization theory (CODIT)
• The stability assessment:
• Failure Risk Class (FRC).
• Diagnostic Tools (VTA, Pressler’s Succhiel, Fracking Meter, Resistograph, Pulse Hammer, Tomograph, Shigometer, Ground Probing Radar (GPR), Compressed Air Digging Systems (Air-Spade®).
• Dendrotherapy.
• Guidelines for the protection of monumental trees

examMode

The exam, as a whole, will point to verify the following training objectives:
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
Having acquired the knowledge of the basic principles of plant pathology. Having understood and learned the process of disease onset and pathogen spread in plant populations. Having learned to recognize and decipher the symptomatology of plant diseases. Having understood and learned the main biological features of the diverse kinds of causal agents. Having learned the main diagnostic strategies for plant diseases and how to apply them correctly. Have a solid knowledge of the most important plant diseases in forest environment and their causative agents.
KNOWLEDGE APPLICATION
Understanding of the main experimental approaches to phytopathology in forest environment as discussed during lectures and their applications to specific problems
AUTONOMY OF JUDGMENT
To be able to interpret phytopathological situations similar to those discussed during lectures. Use of the acquired knowledge for the best management of phytosanitary problems in forest environment.

CONDITIONS OF THE EXAMINATION:
• The ongoing test, carried out after the completion of the General Part of the Course Program, consists of a written test in the classroom lasting 120 minutes for a total of 10 open questions concerning the topics covered in this first part of the program.
• Students who have scored at least 18/30 in the written test on the General Part of the Course Program, can take the final oral test.
• Students, if not satisfied with the score of the written test on the General Part, can integrate and improve it in oral form, after agreement with the teacher, and in any case before taking the Final Oral Test.
• The Final Oral Test mainly focuses on the Special Part of the Course Program and the knowledge acquired during the laboratory and field exercises. The discussion of a topic assigned by the teacher at the end of the lessons is proposed.
• If during the course of the Final Oral Exam cognitive gaps emerge on the general part, the teacher reserves the right to deepen the assessment of the knowledge of these topics by students, even if related to the General Part of the Course, and to take this into account in the final assessment.
• The final score is made up of 90% of the average between the score of the written test and the oral test, and 10% of the student’s teacher’s assessment of: active participation during the course and related activities; modalities of expression and mastery of the correct terminology; critical vision of the phytopathological problems; overall mastery of the matter (connection between different topics).
• The calendar of exam session and the registration for exam is made through the University portal GOMP.
• Each student has the right to take the exam no more than 3 times per year (academic).

books

1) Capretti P., Ragazzi A. – Elementi di patologia forestale, Patron Editore;
2) Garibaldi A., Bertetti D., Rapetti S., Gullino M.L., Malattie delle piante ornamentali, Edagricole;
3) Atlante illustrato delle malattie delle piante legnose. Arbusti ornamentali, alberi di parchi e viali” Heinz Butin, Franz Nienhaus e Günter Hartmann. Franco Muzzio Editore;

mode

Frontal lessons in the classroom, presentations in PowerPoint with graphic illustrations, photos, video and animations. Assistance in remote (google Classroom): insights and examples of specific topics, related scientific literature, forum, interchange of information. Laboratory tutorial and training, Tutorial and field practice.

classRoomMode

The attendance at the course is optional but is however strongly recommended to facilitate understanding of the topics covered and their correct assimilation. Participation also allows the students to discuss and investigate any critical issues with the teacher.

bibliography

Notes from lessons and Materials available on the Moodle page of the course.

courseProgram

Part 1
Introduction to the course
Historical notes on hydraulic-forestry arrangements
Regulatory aspects

Part 2
Notes on the physical properties of water
Fundamental principles of hydraulics

Part 3
Definition of River Basin
Basin hydrology
Soil erosion
Flooding

Part 4
Nature based solutions for hydraulic risk reduction

Part 5
Irrigation notes

examMode

The exam consists of an oral test on the topics developed during the theoretical and theoretical-practical lessons in the classroom, in the laboratory and / or in the field.

books

References:

1- lecturer's notes
2- pdf files of the presented Power Point
3- Ferro V. – La sistemazione dei bacini idrografici, Mc Graw Hill, II ed., 2006.

classRoomMode

Recommended frequency, but not mandatory.

bibliography

Hydrology Handbook, Second Edition, Authored by: Task Committee on Hydrology Handbook of Management Group D of ASCE

courseProgram

Module 1: Introduction to Urban Green Planning (12 hours)

Definition and importance of urban and peri-urban green spaces
Regulations and policies for urban green planning (at European, national, and regional levels)
The role of green spaces in urban sustainability: ecological, social, and cultural aspects
Planning green spaces in complex urban contexts: analysis of needs and available resources
Module 2: Urban Green Design (16 hours)

Principles of public and private green space design
Design of parks, gardens, tree-lined avenues, and green roofs
Selection of plant species: ecological, aesthetic, and functional criteria
Elements of landscape design and integration with urban architecture
Use of green space design software (practical introduction)
Module 3: Green Space Management and Maintenance (12 hours)

Techniques for sustainable urban green space management
Ordinary and extraordinary maintenance: pruning, irrigation, phytosanitary protection
Green spaces as a tool for environmental mitigation: microclimate control, reduction of particulate matter, noise pollution reduction
Economic and organizational management of maintenance services
Module 4: Urban Green and Resilience (8 hours)

Urban green spaces as a tool for climate change adaptation
Resilient design: how to create green spaces capable of withstanding climatic and environmental stress
Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) for cities: practical applications and case studies
Practical Activities and Workshops (16 hours)

Analysis and planning of an urban green space project in a real context
Site visits to public and private green areas to assess management and design quality
Use of landscape modeling software for the creation of an urban green space project

examMode

The assessment is graded on a scale of thirty. The exam is passed if a score of eighteen or higher is achieved.

Assessment includes:

1. **Knowledge and Understanding:** Students will be evaluated on their ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the fundamental concepts of urban and peri-urban green planning, design, and management. They will undergo theoretical and conceptual questions during the written exam, covering topics such as the benefits of green areas, national and international regulations, planning tools, and landscape design criteria.

2. **Application of Knowledge and Understanding:** Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to apply the theoretical knowledge gained during the course to practical situations and case studies. This may include solving planning and design problems, selecting plant species for specific green areas, and managing water resources and green waste sustainably.

3. **Autonomy of Judgment:** The exam will include questions designed to assess students' ability to critically evaluate options for urban green planning and management. Students will be encouraged to make informed decisions based on ecological, social, and economic criteria, considering the long-term implications of their choices.

4. **Communication:** Students must demonstrate effective communication skills in presenting their project analyses and proposals. This may include preparing clear and concise written reports, as well as the ability to orally present their projects to an examining committee.

5. **Learning Skills:** The exam will also aim to evaluate students' ability to continue learning and developing their skills in the field of urban green management. They will be encouraged to reflect on their course experience and identify potential improvements or future developments in sustainable management practices of green areas.

books

- Lecture notes;
- Texts provided by the instructor during class

mode

During the 48 hours of lectures, students will receive in-depth theoretical training on the fundamental concepts of planning, designing, and managing urban and peri-urban green spaces. These lectures will include presentations, detailed explanations, and discussions on regulations, techniques, and strategies for the sustainable management of green areas.

classRoomMode

During the 48 hours of lectures, students will receive in-depth theoretical training on the fundamental concepts of planning, designing, and managing urban and peri-urban green spaces. These lectures will include presentations, detailed explanations, and discussions on regulations, techniques, and strategies for the sustainable management of green areas.

bibliography

- Lecture notes;
- Texts provided by the instructor during class

courseProgram

Basics of agronomy
The agricultural soil;
Evapotranspiration;
Protection and control of soil erosion;
Soil tillage;
Fertilization, irrigation and weed control principles;
Crop rotation.

examMode

The oral exam is based on one or two questions.
Each questions will be evaluated according to a 0-10 score.
The final score will be determined by the following aspects: knowledge, ability to think critically and to summarize, correct use of technical terminology

books

Luigi Giardini, L`Agronomia per conservare il futuro (Pàtron, 2012);

mode

- Lessons (about 28 hours);
- Lab and field exercise activity (about 14 hours);
- External visits (about 6 hours)

classRoomMode

Attendance is optional

bibliography

Lecture notes

courseProgram

Teaching activity will face the following topics:
- Uses, functions and benefits of urban green spaces;
- Weed control;
- Turfgrasses

examMode

The oral exam is based on two questions: 1)Identification of turfgrass species; 2) management aspects of green areas.
Each questions will be evaluated according to a 0-10 score.
The final score will be determined by the following aspects: knowledge, ability to think critically and to summarize, correct use of technical terminology
The right answer to the first question is compulsory.

books

- Coltivazioni erbacee, Volume 2 - Aromatiche e officinali, orticole agroindustriali, foraggere e colture a fini ecosistemici ed energetici. Cap. 14 Tappeti erbosi.
A cura di Giuliano Mosca e Amedeo Reyneri
Edagricole - Edizioni Agricole di New Business Media srl (2024)

classRoomMode

Attendance is optional

bibliography

Lecture notes

courseProgram

The Laboratory for the Development of Multidisciplinary Projects 2 Module A is designed to guide students in the creation of their final thesis project. Throughout the course, students will apply the theoretical and practical skills they have acquired from various courses in their study program, integrating them into a multidisciplinary project. The laboratory will be divided into several operational phases: context analysis, research objective definition, methodology selection, data collection and analysis, and final text writing.

Students will receive support in formulating the research problem, reviewing the literature, and designing an appropriate methodological approach. Particular emphasis will be placed on the use of advanced tools and techniques for data management and analysis. The laboratory will conclude with the presentation and discussion of the project in class, simulating the thesis defense. During the course, students will have the opportunity to engage with faculty and tutors on specific issues related to their research, fostering a critical and integrated approach to solving complex problems.

examMode

The final exam involves a detailed presentation and an in-depth discussion of the student's research project. The grade, given on a scale of thirty, reflects a comprehensive assessment based on several key aspects of the work. Firstly, the quality and relevance of the research are evaluated, including the clarity in defining objectives and the appropriateness of the chosen methodology. Critical analysis and the student's ability to integrate theoretical and practical skills are crucial elements.

During the discussion, the student must demonstrate a thorough understanding of their project and respond effectively to the committee’s questions. The ability to argue their choices and justify the results obtained is essential. Additionally, the quality of the final text is considered, which must be well-structured and free from errors. The originality of the contribution and the relevance of the conclusions in relation to the field of study are also evaluated.

The examining committee, composed of faculty members and specialists, assigns the final grade based on these criteria, ensuring a fair and comprehensive evaluation of the work done.

books

- lecture notes;
- scientific articles provided by the lecturer;
- handouts provided by the lecturer;
- texts indicated by the lecturer during the course.

classRoomMode

Attendance is recommended.

bibliography

- lecture notes;
- scientific articles provided by the lecturer;
- handouts provided by the lecturer;
- texts indicated by the lecturer during the course.

courseProgram

Practical exercises for the production of a project deliverable, which is defined annually by the instructors participating in the laboratory.

examMode

The exam consists of:
Preparation and discussion of a deliverable assigned by the instructor.
During the exam, the student will present the deliverables that make up the project and will explain its contents. The evaluation considers the student's level of knowledge, expression ability, capacity to critically apply the acquired knowledge, and ability to make interdisciplinary connections.

books

Teaching materials available on the Moodle platform.

classRoomMode

Optional
Attendance is not mandatory but is strongly recommended.

bibliography

Teaching materials available on the Moodle platform.

courseProgram

Acquisition of the data necessary for an integrated design for forest logging interventions. Processing of the acquired data and presentation of the project.

examMode

In the evaluation of the project for the attribution of the final grade, the acquired level of knowledge, skills and competence will be evaluated with particular reference to the critical understanding of principles, theories and procedures necessary in the context of forest logging. Furthermore, the mastery in solving forest management problems and the skills in managing technical projects of forest logging by assuming responsibility for decisions in work contexts will be assessed. In particular, the student's acquisition of the ability to apply theoretical concepts in concrete cases - derived for example from field exercises - through analytical and synthetic reasoning, which also includes interdisciplinary connections, will be verified.

books

- Slides uploaded on the Moodle site.

mode

Lectures, exercises, workshops

classRoomMode

The course attendance is considered an optional element, but highly recommended.

bibliography

- Operations research and measurement methodologies, GOOD PRACTICE GUIDELINES FOR BIOMASS PRODUCTION STUDIES, 52 pp.; International Poplar Commission Thematic Papers, FIELD HANDBOOK - POPLAR HARVESTING, 60pp.; FORESTRY TRAINING CENTRE INC, COURSE IN REDUCED-IMPACT LOGGING, 137 pp.)

courseProgram

Below is the program for the Forestry and Environmental Law course:
1° Class: Introduction to forest law and environmental law. The sources of law.
2° Class: The TUFF, principles, legal definition of forest, programming and planning tools.
3° Class: The TUFF, principles, legal definition of forest, programming and planning tools.
4° Class: The TUFF, forest management activities and the forestry agricultural enterprise. The TUFF and the recovery of abandoned land.
5° Class: Trade in wood and derivatives. Agricultural activity and protection of biodiversity.
6° Class: Landscape. Hydrogeological constraint. Water and soil protection.
7° Class: Protection of forests from fires (XXVIII). State Forestry Corps and Carabinieri Forestry, Environmental and Agri-Food Unit Command (XXIX). Protected natural areas (X). Wetlands (XI). Natura 2000 network (XII).
8° Class: Environment and its protection. The environmental code. Legal protections against damage to the environment. Principle of preventive action and environmental assessment tools.
9° Class: Legal protection against damage to the environment (XXVI). Principle of preventive action and environmental assessment tools (XXVII). Water and soil protection (XVI).
10° Class: Agronomic use of wastewater (XVII). Mountain areas (XXV). Monumental trees (XX). Urban Green (XXI). Urban gardens (XXII).
11° Class: Final summary lesson of the course, followed by the seminar organized by the professor

examMode

As regards Forestry and environmental legislation, the exam is divided into two tests, an intermediate written one, which will be held at half course, and a final oral one, which will be held during the ordinary exam sessions.
For those who do not take the intermediate written test, the exam will be taken through a single oral test.

books

For the Forestry and Environmental Law course:
- N. Ferrucci (edited by), Diritto forestale e ambientale, G. Giappichelli Editore, Turin, 2020;
- G.M. Flick, M. Flick, Elogio della foresta, Il Mulino, Bologna, 2020 [recommended reading];
- F. Roggero, Alle origini del diritto forestale italiano, G. Giappichelli Editore, Turin, 2022 [recommended reading];
- D. Bevilacqua, E. Chiti, Green deal. Come costruire una nuova Europa, Il Mulino, Bologna, 2024 [recommended reading].

mode

The course takes place face to face and on line.

classRoomMode

Frequency recommended and optional

bibliography

For the Forestry and environmental legislation course:
- N. Ferrucci (a cura di), Commentario al testo unico in materia di foreste e filiere forestali, Wolters Kluwer, Milano, 2019;
- Romano R., Plutino M. Licciardo F., (2018); Libro Bianco sui Boschi d’Italia, il futuro del settore forestale; Rapporto Rete Rurale Nazionale 2014-2020, Scheda 22.1; Roma, Mipaaft;
- Corona P., Becagli C., Cantiani P., Chianucci F., Di Salvatore L., Di Salvatore U., Romano R., Vacchiano, G., Ferretti F., 2020. Elementi di orientamento per la pianificazione forestale alla luce del testo unico in materia di foreste e filiere forestali. Rete Rurale Nazionale 2014-2020, Scheda n. 22.1 e 22.2 - Foreste, Consiglio per la ricerca in agricoltura e l’analisi dell’economia agraria, Roma ISBN 978-88-3385-057-3;
- Sitzia T (2020), Testo unico in materia di foreste e filiere forestali: il paesaggio, i beni (e i boschi), e gli interventi da concordare. Forest@ 17: 63-70. – doi: 10.3832/efor3567-017 [online 2020-07-14];
- A. Crosetti, Le valenze culturali dei beni forestali nei più recenti riconoscimenti normativi (doi: 10.7390/97456), Aedon (ISSN 1127-1345), Fascicolo 1, gennaio-aprile 2020;
- A. Gravina, La multifunzionalità ambientale, produttiva e sociale delle foreste: il Testo unico in materia di foreste e filiere forestali tra innovazione e tradizione, in «Il diritto dell’economia» issn 1123-3036, anno 65, n. 100 (3 2019), pp. 545-576;
- A. Crosetti, Beni forestali, ambiente, territorio e paesaggio nel nuovo T.U.F., in Rivista Giuridica dell'Edilizia, fasc.2, 1 aprile 2019, Giuffrè, pag. 113 e ss.;
- A. Fioritto, Le foreste e i boschi, in S. Cassese (a cura di), Trattato di diritto amministrativo, Diritto amministrativo speciale, Tomo IV, II ed., Giuffrè, 2003, 3229-3252;
- A. Fioritto, Le foreste e i boschi, in S. Cassese (diretto da), Dizionario di diritto pubblico, Vol. III, Giuffrè, 2006, 2585-2589;
- A. Mura, Ordinamento forestale e problemi montani, Giuffrè, 1973.

courseProgram

I – Basic elements of economics
1. Fundamental concepts of economics
2. Production theory
3. Investment evaluation: Net Present Value (NPV)
4. The supply of products in competitive markets
5. Market demand
6. Closed markets
7. Open markets: international trade

II - Special topics in forestry economics
1. Forestry production activities
2. The Italian forest-wood system
3. International trade in wood products

III – Basic notions of the economics of natural resources and the environment
1. Natural resource economics
2. Environmental economics

IV – Introduction to forestry appraisal
1. The professional practice of forestry appraisal
2. Basic notions of economic appraisal
3. Land register (Catasto terreni)
4. Basics of financial mathematics
5. Forestry appraisal: Estimated metric calculation; Stumpage value; Economic value of the forest.

examMode

Mid-term exam and final oral exam with exercises of forestry appraisal.

books

Samuelson P.A. e Nordhaus W.D., Economia, XX edizione [XXI ed., 2019], McGraw-Hill, 2001 [Sito: www.ateneonline.it\samuelson20e]. An English versioni s available.

Merlo M., Elementi di economia ed estimo forestale-ambientale, Pàtron Editore, Bologna, 1991. In Italian only.

Ministero delle Politiche agricole alimentari e forestali (2020). Le foreste e le filiere forestali. Documento di approfondimento della Strategia Forestale Nazionale. A cura del Gruppo di Lavoro SFN istituito presso il Mipaaf https://www.politicheagricole.it/flex/cm/pages/ServeAttachment.php/L/IT/D/7%252F8%252Fd%252FD.127345b49b27126930c1/P/BLOB%3AID%3D15339/E/pdf?mode=download.

Presentations developed by the instructor.

mode

Traditional frontal lessons, exercises, seminars.

classRoomMode

In the assigned classroom.

bibliography

Ministero delle Politiche agricole alimentari e forestali (2020). Le foreste e le filiere forestali. Documento di approfondimento della Strategia Forestale Nazionale. A cura del Gruppo di Lavoro SFN istituito presso il Mipaaf https://www.politicheagricole.it/flex/cm/pages/ServeAttachment.php/L/IT/D/7%252F8%252Fd%252FD.127345b49b27126930c1/P/BLOB%3AID%3D15339/E/pdf?mode=download.

courseProgram

The tree as a complex biological system which integrates organs and functions, with properties to adapt to the ambient. Organography of tree and cultivated fruit crop species. The correlative relationships among organs and development of the tree's epigeal organs and growth patterns. Natural skeleton and architecture of canopy of tree crop plants, determinism of form and size. The role of anthropic actions on fruit culture and evolution of forms of cultivated canopies. Physiognomy and development of root systems.
Physiological and genetic regulation of flowering: factors controlling flower morphogenesis and fruit set. Sterility and self-incompatibility in fruit tree plants. Fruit development and ripening: growth patterns, biochemical dynamic of fruit components. Fruit quality characteristics of different species; ripening indexes and evaluation methods of quality parameters.
Fruit tree crop canopies managements: pruning and tilling techniques for controlling fruit development and ripening.
Physiological and genetic molecular bases and techniques of adventitious rooting and agamic fruit crop propagation. Organization of nursery and control of true-to-type identity and sanity.
Plant and environment interaction. The concept of environmental vocation and suitability and hints of eco-physiology (role of environmental factors in the development of the tree). The use of environmental resources in the cultivation technique (water, fertility elements, light). Soil management techniques. Fruit quality and the influence of terroir. Conventional and sustainable production models. The orchard system, training management and functional diversity. Multifunctionality of tree production systems.
During the lecture will be provide examples that will cover phenotypic behaviour in the cultivation systems of the main tree crops, including some tree species of forestry, ornamental and fruit-growing interest. In addition, botanical and biological peculiarities will be briefly considered for the main species, in order to give students, the tool for species recognition.

examMode

Candidates should recognize the main tree species or fruit tree species by observing one-year-old branch and growing shoots. The final judgment and grade will evaluate the knowledge and concepts acquired, the ability to analyze problems, to link interdisciplinary knowledge, to formulate hypotheses and judgments, and the mastery and clarity of expression and exposition. The candidate will be asked five questions covering the whole program, each of which will be assessed with a score from 0 to 10. The final grade corresponds to the average of the five individual votes.
In critical situations, such as peculiarities of one or more candidates, the examination can be carried out in written form with five open-ended questions, assessed as for the oral one. Candidates will be given one and a half hours to answer.

books

Principi di Arboricoltura. A cura di Peano Cristiana e Sottile Francesco 2019. EdiSES Editore
Arboricoltura Generale. A cura di S. Sansavini et al, 2012. Patron Editore, Bologna
Nuove frontiere dell'arboricoltura italiana. A cura di S. Sansavini. 2007. Alberto Perdisa Editore
Materiale dato dal docente: diapositive delle lezioni e articoli di giornale, capitoli di libri e review.
Il Verde In Città. La progettazione del verde negli spazi urbani. Alberto Pirani, EdiAgrocle 2004

classRoomMode

Attendance is not compulsory but strongly recommended. Field exercises conducted for species recognition are compulsory.

bibliography

Principi di Arboricoltura. A cura di Peano Cristiana e Sottile Francesco 2019. EdiSES Editore
Arboricoltura Generale. A cura di S. Sansavini et al, 2012. Patron Editore, Bologna
Nuove frontiere dell'arboricoltura italiana. A cura di S. Sansavini. 2007. Alberto Perdisa Editore
Materiale dato dal docente: diapositive delle lezioni e articoli di giornale, capitoli di libri e review.
Il Verde In Città. La progettazione del verde negli spazi urbani. Alberto Pirani, EdiAgrocle 2004