CULTURAL AND AESTHETIC EVALUATION OF GEO-MORPHOSITES

Knowledge and understanding

The aim of the course is to provide students with the knowledge to evaluate the scientific, educational, cultural or landscape value of geomorphosites linked to exogenous slope, river, volcanic and coastal dynamics, as well as to study geomorphology in the archaeological field.

Ability to apply knowledge and understanding

At the end of the course, students will have knowledge of the main types of geomorphosites and will be able to understand their morphological aspects, including in support of geoarchaeology.

Autonomy of judgement

Students will be able to analyse and independently make appropriate design choices. This ability is refined through the use of appropriate exercises (including external ones) that describe a potential geomorphosite. 

Communication skills

Students will acquire both the didactic and cultural language necessary to communicate in different contexts. The oral exam will allow students to refine their technical language and communication skills.

Learning skills

Students will be able to independently expand their knowledge through in-depth study of the recommended texts and through the ideas offered by the seminar activities organised within the course.s.

Attendance is highly recommended as theoretical lessons and exercises fundamental to a proper understanding of the subject are held. To be eligible for the exam, students must have attended more than 70% of the total course hours. Registration on the Studium platform is mandatory, as it will be used for all communications relating to the course.

Working students should refer to the University's teaching regulations.

Information for students with disabilities and/or SLDs: To ensure equal opportunities and in compliance with current legislation, interested students may request a personal interview with the lecturer in order to plan any compensatory and/or dispensatory measures, depending on the teaching objectives and specific needs. It is also possible to contact the CInAP (Centre for Active and Participatory Integration - Services for Disabilities and/or SLDs) liaison lecturer.

Definition and study of a geomorphosite:

• Definition and differences with geosites

• Morphological forms of the evolution of relief forms

• Morphological forms linked to slope dynamics.

• Morphological forms linked to river dynamics.

• Examples of geomorphosites

Geoarchaeology:

• Relationships between archaeology and geomorphology;

• Geoarchaeological site;

• Geomorphological methods for archaeological study.

• Case studies

1.      Gisotti G. – Geologia per archeologi – Carocci editore

2.      CASTIGLIONI G.B.- Geomorfologia. UTET, Torino.

3.      PANIZZA M.- Geomorfologia. Pitagora Ed., Bologna.

teacher's handout

Learning assessment is carried out in person in oral form, through questions on the programme covered. The final mark will represent a balanced summary of the candidate's preparation and ability to summarise, present and connect ideas during the examination; the student's commitment, consistency and interest shown during lectures and practical activities will also be taken into account.

The average duration of the oral exam is 15 minutes. The final mark will take into account the student's participation in class and, to a greater extent, the outcome of the oral exam.

To ensure equal opportunities and in compliance with current legislation, interested students may request a personal interview in order to plan any compensatory and/or dispensatory measures, based on the teaching objectives and specific needs. Students may also contact the CInAP (Centre for Active and Participatory Integration - Services for Disabilities and/or SLDs) representative in their department.

• difference between geosite and geomorphosite
• - erodibility
• - slope processes
• - fluvial processes
• - study of a geomorphosite
• - tools and methods