The aim of this course is to provide the students with an introduction to the ore deposits and their exploitation, including the related problems of environmental sustainability, and the use of geological materials in science, art and technology.
teacher profile teaching materials
SE Kesler e AC Simon (2015). Mineral resources, economics and the environment. Cambridge University press. 433 pp.
Ugo Bardi (2011) La terra svuotata. Editori Riuniti, 295 pp.
G. Tanelli (2009) Georisorse e ambiente. Aracne. 280 pp.
Mutuazione: 20402395 GEORISORSE E GEOMATERIALI in Geologia e Tutela dell'Ambiente LM-74 R BELLATRECCIA FABIO
Programme
Introduction to mineral resources, environmental sustainability and energy, the role of mineral resources for the development of human society, principles of ore deposits, classification and geology of ore deposits, quarries and mines, environmental mineralogy. Case studies: pigments, metals, cement and concrete, zeolites, ceramics, materials for cultural heritage, seminars.Core Documentation
Various material provided by the teacher and alsoSE Kesler e AC Simon (2015). Mineral resources, economics and the environment. Cambridge University press. 433 pp.
Ugo Bardi (2011) La terra svuotata. Editori Riuniti, 295 pp.
G. Tanelli (2009) Georisorse e ambiente. Aracne. 280 pp.
Attendance
Attendance of at least 2/3 of the lecture hours is mandatory. Working students are exempt from the attendance requirement.Type of evaluation
The exam consists of a discussion with in-depth analysis of the topics covered during the course. Students may also be required to complete an assignment in the form of a presentation or written report.