- Docente: William Cavazza
- Credits: 6
- SSD: GEO/02
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Geological Sciences (cod. 8015)
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from Sep 25, 2023 to Dec 20, 2023
Learning outcomes
A working knowledge of regional geology represents the basis for any practical application of geology, including land planning, engineering geology, and the sustainable development of mineral, hydrocarbon, and water resources. The aim of this course is to provide the student with a modern synthesis of the geology of Italy in view of its many practical applications.
Course contents
Italy within the European and Mediterranean geological context.
Main geophysical features of the Italian peninsula and the adjacent
marine basins. The main Italian geological domains. The Alpine
orogen. The Corsica-Sardinia block. The Calabria-Peloritani
terrane. The Apennines. The Apulia and Hyblean platforms. The geology of Sicily. The Quaternary.
Readings/Bibliography
A. Bosellini "Storia geologica d'Italia" - Zanichelli (Bologna)
R. Gelati "Storia geologica del paese Italia" - Diabasis (Parma)
Teaching methods
PowerPoint presentations, seminars.
Assessment methods
Oral final examination.
Teaching tools
Databases, geologic maps, computer software.
Office hours
See the website of William Cavazza
SDGs
This teaching activity contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN 2030 Agenda.