Programme

Introduction; the role of Geomophology in the assessment of natural risk; the principles of geomorphological hazard, vulnerability, risk; multi-risk assessment; endogenic and exogenic morphogenesis of dangerous surface processes and methods to study them; fluvial dynamics and river erosion, relative hazard and mitigation; floods; coastal dynamics, marine erosion and mitigation; tectonic geomorphology with particular regard on active tectonics; slope dynamics: diffusion, mass wasting, soil erosion, relative hazard and mitigation. In-class activities are planned for each topic.

Core Documentation

Alcantara-Ayala, Goudie "Geomorphological Hazards and Disaster Prevention", Cambridge University Press

Mario Panizza "Manuale di Geomorfologia Applicata", FrancoAngeli (Nuova Edizione)

Antonio Vallario "Frane e territorio", Liguori Editore

Francesco Dramis, Maurizio D'Orefice, Roberto Graciotti, Geomorfologia delle frane, Dario Flaccovio Editore

During in-class activity and lessons, scientific papers and exercises will be hand out by the professor.

Type of delivery of the course

48 h lessons

Attendance

Attendance at lectures is governed by the Study Programme’s Teaching Regulations; please refer to these for the minimum required attendance percentages and any specific provisions applicable to particular categories of students.

Type of evaluation

The exam consists of a written test and an oral exam. WRITTEN TEST (2.5 hours) The written test comprises four open-ended questions. The first always involves the critical analysis of a geomorphological map, requiring the identification of potentially hazardous processes and any risk situations arising from the presence of exposed elements. The other three questions cover theoretical topics or hypothetical scenarios requiring the application of mitigation strategies for the identified geomorphological hazards. ORAL EXAM The oral exam consists of a discussion of the written test, with a more in-depth exploration of the topics covered. Particular value is placed on the ability to apply the theory studied to practical examples, ideally drawing upon the geomorphological map. Additionally, classroom participation throughout the year is taken into account.

Programme

Introduction; the role of Geomophology in the assessment of natural risk; the principles of geomorphological hazard, vulnerability, risk; multi-risk assessment; endogenic and exogenic morphogenesis of dangerous surface processes and methods to study them; fluvial dynamics and river erosion, relative hazard and mitigation; floods; coastal dynamics, marine erosion and mitigation; tectonic geomorphology with particular regard on active tectonics; slope dynamics: diffusion, mass wasting, soil erosion, relative hazard and mitigation. In-class activities are planned for each topic.

Core Documentation

Alcantara-Ayala, Goudie "Geomorphological Hazards and Disaster Prevention", Cambridge University Press

Mario Panizza "Manuale di Geomorfologia Applicata", FrancoAngeli (Nuova Edizione)

Antonio Vallario "Frane e territorio", Liguori Editore

Francesco Dramis, Maurizio D'Orefice, Roberto Graciotti, Geomorfologia delle frane, Dario Flaccovio Editore

During in-class activity and lessons, scientific papers and exercises will be hand out by the professor.

Type of delivery of the course

48 h lessons

Attendance

Attendance at lectures is governed by the Study Programme’s Teaching Regulations; please refer to these for the minimum required attendance percentages and any specific provisions applicable to particular categories of students.

Type of evaluation

The exam consists of a written test and an oral exam. WRITTEN TEST (2.5 hours) The written test comprises four open-ended questions. The first always involves the critical analysis of a geomorphological map, requiring the identification of potentially hazardous processes and any risk situations arising from the presence of exposed elements. The other three questions cover theoretical topics or hypothetical scenarios requiring the application of mitigation strategies for the identified geomorphological hazards. ORAL EXAM The oral exam consists of a discussion of the written test, with a more in-depth exploration of the topics covered. Particular value is placed on the ability to apply the theory studied to practical examples, ideally drawing upon the geomorphological map. Additionally, classroom participation throughout the year is taken into account.