Practical geological experiences, with the aim of learning a global approaching to the applications of geology (geological framework, urbanization, landslide, water resources, nonrenewable resources, environmental requalification, ect.). Contacts with professional geology context in solving real problems.
Curriculum
teacher profile teaching materials
These are the most important aspects covered during the field days:
-surface processes and geomorphology
-hydrology and interaction between water resource and substrate
-geochemical analysis of water
-elements of local structural geology
-mineralogy and exploitation of georesources
Programme
Each day is dedicated to a main geological theme, however during the individual days the discussion and observation of the geological processes as a whole is always favored.These are the most important aspects covered during the field days:
-surface processes and geomorphology
-hydrology and interaction between water resource and substrate
-geochemical analysis of water
-elements of local structural geology
-mineralogy and exploitation of georesources
Prerequisiti
The student must have attended all the courses provided by the Master's Degree Course.Core Documentation
Various material provided by the teacher.Reference Bibliography
Various material provided by the teacher.Attendance
Attendance is mandatory.Type of evaluation
Students participating in the course will be divided into groups of 3, 4 or 5 people, depending on their maximum number. Each group will have to formulate a short dissertation, according by the teacher, on a topic proposed in the field and will have to present the results with the support of power point. The capacity of surveing data on the ground and their use will be evaluated together with what will be provided to them by the teachers during the course of the activity of the camp, without the aid of other data obtained from the bibliography. The evaluation consists judgment of suitability. teacher profile teaching materials
Analysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Programme
Problem definition and investigation designAnalysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
Prerequisiti
Basic knowledge of geology, stratigraphy, structural geology, geophysics and geochemistry, together with the ability to read maps and cross-sections, is required. Skills in numerical and spatial data management, descriptive statistics and GIS are useful. Fundamentals of hydrogeology, geothermal energy or hazard analysis are recommended according to the selected topic. An initial briefing will review measurement and sampling protocols and the safety procedures relevant to the activities.Core Documentation
A field-course dossier prepared by the teaching team, including the study-area setting, project question, maps, existing data, measurement and sampling protocols, metadata forms and quality criteria. Additional materials comprise manuals for the instruments and software actually used and selected scientific articles on the case study and methods adopted.No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Attendance
Participation in preparatory, field and synthesis activities is governed by the Degree Programme’s Teaching Regulations. Participation in all practical activities is proposed to ensure acquisition of multidisciplinary skills; attendance obligations, minimum percentages and recording arrangements must be specified in accordance with the Regulations. Any permitted equivalent activities or make-up arrangements must enable individual assessment of the same skills and be defined before the course begins.Type of evaluation
The assessment comprises three components and is graded on a pass/fail basis. 1. Individual practical activities and field notebook, 30%: observation of acquisition procedures, metadata recording, quality checks and justification of choices. During the field course, each student documents at least one activity in each of the three disciplines through role rotation or equivalent activities specified in the plan. 2. Project technical report with dataset and associated outputs, 40%: problem, methods, data quality, integration, conceptual model, alternative interpretations, conclusions and limitations. The report may be prepared by a group, with explicit and verifiable individual contributions. The individual grade takes account of the outputs and documented contribution, clarified during the discussion. Proposed submission deadline: at least seven days before the oral examination, according to the schedule announced by the lecturer. 3. Individual oral examination lasting approximately 20–25 minutes, 30%: concise project presentation, discussion of choices and limitations, interpretation of a new datum or scenario, and a brief explanation of one conclusion to a non-specialist audience. No separate written examination is proposed. Discussions and feedback during the field course are formative and do not generate additional grades. teacher profile teaching materials
Analysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Programme
Problem definition and investigation designAnalysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
Prerequisiti
Basic knowledge of geology, stratigraphy, structural geology, geophysics and geochemistry, together with the ability to read maps and cross-sections, is required. Skills in numerical and spatial data management, descriptive statistics and GIS are useful. Fundamentals of hydrogeology, geothermal energy or hazard analysis are recommended according to the selected topic. An initial briefing will review measurement and sampling protocols and the safety procedures relevant to the activities.Core Documentation
a field-course dossier prepared by the teaching team, including the study-area setting, project question, maps, existing data, measurement and sampling protocols, metadata forms and quality criteria. Additional materials comprise manuals for the instruments and software actually used and selected scientific articles on the case study and methods adopted.No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Attendance
Participation in preparatory, field and synthesis activities is governed by the Degree Programme’s Teaching Regulations. Participation in all practical activities is proposed to ensure acquisition of multidisciplinary skills; attendance obligations, minimum percentages and recording arrangements must be specified in accordance with the Regulations. Any permitted equivalent activities or make-up arrangements must enable individual assessment of the same skills and be defined before the course begins.Type of evaluation
The assessment comprises three components and is graded on a pass/fail basis. 1. Individual practical activities and field notebook, 30%: observation of acquisition procedures, metadata recording, quality checks and justification of choices. During the field course, each student documents at least one activity in each of the three disciplines through role rotation or equivalent activities specified in the plan. 2. Project technical report with dataset and associated outputs, 40%: problem, methods, data quality, integration, conceptual model, alternative interpretations, conclusions and limitations. The report may be prepared by a group, with explicit and verifiable individual contributions. The individual grade takes account of the outputs and documented contribution, clarified during the discussion. Proposed submission deadline: at least seven days before the oral examination, according to the schedule announced by the lecturer. 3. Individual oral examination lasting approximately 20–25 minutes, 30%: concise project presentation, discussion of choices and limitations, interpretation of a new datum or scenario, and a brief explanation of one conclusion to a non-specialist audience. No separate written examination is proposed. Discussions and feedback during the field course are formative and do not generate additional grades. Assessment criteria and final grade The assessment criteria include methodological rigour, data quality and traceability, interdisciplinary integration, consistency of interpretations, treatment of uncertainties, independence, and clarity of presentation. Assessment is on a pass/fail basis. To pass, candidates must, at a minimum, correctly apply the essential procedures and develop a simple model supported by the data teacher profile teaching materials
These are the most important aspects covered during the field days:
-surface processes and geomorphology
-hydrology and interaction between water resource and substrate
-geochemical analysis of water
-elements of local structural geology
-mineralogy and exploitation of georesources
Programme
Each day is dedicated to a main geological theme, however during the individual days the discussion and observation of the geological processes as a whole is always favored.These are the most important aspects covered during the field days:
-surface processes and geomorphology
-hydrology and interaction between water resource and substrate
-geochemical analysis of water
-elements of local structural geology
-mineralogy and exploitation of georesources
Prerequisiti
The student must have attended all the courses provided by the Master's Degree Course.Core Documentation
Various material provided by the teacher.Reference Bibliography
Various material provided by the teacher.Attendance
Attendance is mandatory.Type of evaluation
Students participating in the course will be divided into groups of 3, 4 or 5 people, depending on their maximum number. Each group will have to formulate a short dissertation, according by the teacher, on a topic proposed in the field and will have to present the results with the support of power point. The capacity of surveing data on the ground and their use will be evaluated together with what will be provided to them by the teachers during the course of the activity of the camp, without the aid of other data obtained from the bibliography. The evaluation consists judgment of suitability. teacher profile teaching materials
Analysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Programme
Problem definition and investigation designAnalysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
Prerequisiti
Basic knowledge of geology, stratigraphy, structural geology, geophysics and geochemistry, together with the ability to read maps and cross-sections, is required. Skills in numerical and spatial data management, descriptive statistics and GIS are useful. Fundamentals of hydrogeology, geothermal energy or hazard analysis are recommended according to the selected topic. An initial briefing will review measurement and sampling protocols and the safety procedures relevant to the activities.Core Documentation
A field-course dossier prepared by the teaching team, including the study-area setting, project question, maps, existing data, measurement and sampling protocols, metadata forms and quality criteria. Additional materials comprise manuals for the instruments and software actually used and selected scientific articles on the case study and methods adopted.No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Attendance
Participation in preparatory, field and synthesis activities is governed by the Degree Programme’s Teaching Regulations. Participation in all practical activities is proposed to ensure acquisition of multidisciplinary skills; attendance obligations, minimum percentages and recording arrangements must be specified in accordance with the Regulations. Any permitted equivalent activities or make-up arrangements must enable individual assessment of the same skills and be defined before the course begins.Type of evaluation
The assessment comprises three components and is graded on a pass/fail basis. 1. Individual practical activities and field notebook, 30%: observation of acquisition procedures, metadata recording, quality checks and justification of choices. During the field course, each student documents at least one activity in each of the three disciplines through role rotation or equivalent activities specified in the plan. 2. Project technical report with dataset and associated outputs, 40%: problem, methods, data quality, integration, conceptual model, alternative interpretations, conclusions and limitations. The report may be prepared by a group, with explicit and verifiable individual contributions. The individual grade takes account of the outputs and documented contribution, clarified during the discussion. Proposed submission deadline: at least seven days before the oral examination, according to the schedule announced by the lecturer. 3. Individual oral examination lasting approximately 20–25 minutes, 30%: concise project presentation, discussion of choices and limitations, interpretation of a new datum or scenario, and a brief explanation of one conclusion to a non-specialist audience. No separate written examination is proposed. Discussions and feedback during the field course are formative and do not generate additional grades. teacher profile teaching materials
Analysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Programme
Problem definition and investigation designAnalysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
Prerequisiti
Basic knowledge of geology, stratigraphy, structural geology, geophysics and geochemistry, together with the ability to read maps and cross-sections, is required. Skills in numerical and spatial data management, descriptive statistics and GIS are useful. Fundamentals of hydrogeology, geothermal energy or hazard analysis are recommended according to the selected topic. An initial briefing will review measurement and sampling protocols and the safety procedures relevant to the activities.Core Documentation
a field-course dossier prepared by the teaching team, including the study-area setting, project question, maps, existing data, measurement and sampling protocols, metadata forms and quality criteria. Additional materials comprise manuals for the instruments and software actually used and selected scientific articles on the case study and methods adopted.No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Attendance
Participation in preparatory, field and synthesis activities is governed by the Degree Programme’s Teaching Regulations. Participation in all practical activities is proposed to ensure acquisition of multidisciplinary skills; attendance obligations, minimum percentages and recording arrangements must be specified in accordance with the Regulations. Any permitted equivalent activities or make-up arrangements must enable individual assessment of the same skills and be defined before the course begins.Type of evaluation
The assessment comprises three components and is graded on a pass/fail basis. 1. Individual practical activities and field notebook, 30%: observation of acquisition procedures, metadata recording, quality checks and justification of choices. During the field course, each student documents at least one activity in each of the three disciplines through role rotation or equivalent activities specified in the plan. 2. Project technical report with dataset and associated outputs, 40%: problem, methods, data quality, integration, conceptual model, alternative interpretations, conclusions and limitations. The report may be prepared by a group, with explicit and verifiable individual contributions. The individual grade takes account of the outputs and documented contribution, clarified during the discussion. Proposed submission deadline: at least seven days before the oral examination, according to the schedule announced by the lecturer. 3. Individual oral examination lasting approximately 20–25 minutes, 30%: concise project presentation, discussion of choices and limitations, interpretation of a new datum or scenario, and a brief explanation of one conclusion to a non-specialist audience. No separate written examination is proposed. Discussions and feedback during the field course are formative and do not generate additional grades. Assessment criteria and final grade The assessment criteria include methodological rigour, data quality and traceability, interdisciplinary integration, consistency of interpretations, treatment of uncertainties, independence, and clarity of presentation. Assessment is on a pass/fail basis. To pass, candidates must, at a minimum, correctly apply the essential procedures and develop a simple model supported by the data teacher profile teaching materials
These are the most important aspects covered during the field days:
-surface processes and geomorphology
-hydrology and interaction between water resource and substrate
-geochemical analysis of water
-elements of local structural geology
-mineralogy and exploitation of georesources
Programme
Each day is dedicated to a main geological theme, however during the individual days the discussion and observation of the geological processes as a whole is always favored.These are the most important aspects covered during the field days:
-surface processes and geomorphology
-hydrology and interaction between water resource and substrate
-geochemical analysis of water
-elements of local structural geology
-mineralogy and exploitation of georesources
Prerequisiti
The student must have attended all the courses provided by the Master's Degree Course.Core Documentation
Various material provided by the teacher.Reference Bibliography
Various material provided by the teacher.Attendance
Attendance is mandatory.Type of evaluation
Students participating in the course will be divided into groups of 3, 4 or 5 people, depending on their maximum number. Each group will have to formulate a short dissertation, according by the teacher, on a topic proposed in the field and will have to present the results with the support of power point. The capacity of surveing data on the ground and their use will be evaluated together with what will be provided to them by the teachers during the course of the activity of the camp, without the aid of other data obtained from the bibliography. The evaluation consists judgment of suitability. teacher profile teaching materials
Analysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Programme
Problem definition and investigation designAnalysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
Prerequisiti
Basic knowledge of geology, stratigraphy, structural geology, geophysics and geochemistry, together with the ability to read maps and cross-sections, is required. Skills in numerical and spatial data management, descriptive statistics and GIS are useful. Fundamentals of hydrogeology, geothermal energy or hazard analysis are recommended according to the selected topic. An initial briefing will review measurement and sampling protocols and the safety procedures relevant to the activities.Core Documentation
A field-course dossier prepared by the teaching team, including the study-area setting, project question, maps, existing data, measurement and sampling protocols, metadata forms and quality criteria. Additional materials comprise manuals for the instruments and software actually used and selected scientific articles on the case study and methods adopted.No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Attendance
Participation in preparatory, field and synthesis activities is governed by the Degree Programme’s Teaching Regulations. Participation in all practical activities is proposed to ensure acquisition of multidisciplinary skills; attendance obligations, minimum percentages and recording arrangements must be specified in accordance with the Regulations. Any permitted equivalent activities or make-up arrangements must enable individual assessment of the same skills and be defined before the course begins.Type of evaluation
The assessment comprises three components and is graded on a pass/fail basis. 1. Individual practical activities and field notebook, 30%: observation of acquisition procedures, metadata recording, quality checks and justification of choices. During the field course, each student documents at least one activity in each of the three disciplines through role rotation or equivalent activities specified in the plan. 2. Project technical report with dataset and associated outputs, 40%: problem, methods, data quality, integration, conceptual model, alternative interpretations, conclusions and limitations. The report may be prepared by a group, with explicit and verifiable individual contributions. The individual grade takes account of the outputs and documented contribution, clarified during the discussion. Proposed submission deadline: at least seven days before the oral examination, according to the schedule announced by the lecturer. 3. Individual oral examination lasting approximately 20–25 minutes, 30%: concise project presentation, discussion of choices and limitations, interpretation of a new datum or scenario, and a brief explanation of one conclusion to a non-specialist audience. No separate written examination is proposed. Discussions and feedback during the field course are formative and do not generate additional grades. teacher profile teaching materials
Analysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Programme
Problem definition and investigation designAnalysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
Prerequisiti
Basic knowledge of geology, stratigraphy, structural geology, geophysics and geochemistry, together with the ability to read maps and cross-sections, is required. Skills in numerical and spatial data management, descriptive statistics and GIS are useful. Fundamentals of hydrogeology, geothermal energy or hazard analysis are recommended according to the selected topic. An initial briefing will review measurement and sampling protocols and the safety procedures relevant to the activities.Core Documentation
a field-course dossier prepared by the teaching team, including the study-area setting, project question, maps, existing data, measurement and sampling protocols, metadata forms and quality criteria. Additional materials comprise manuals for the instruments and software actually used and selected scientific articles on the case study and methods adopted.No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Attendance
Participation in preparatory, field and synthesis activities is governed by the Degree Programme’s Teaching Regulations. Participation in all practical activities is proposed to ensure acquisition of multidisciplinary skills; attendance obligations, minimum percentages and recording arrangements must be specified in accordance with the Regulations. Any permitted equivalent activities or make-up arrangements must enable individual assessment of the same skills and be defined before the course begins.Type of evaluation
The assessment comprises three components and is graded on a pass/fail basis. 1. Individual practical activities and field notebook, 30%: observation of acquisition procedures, metadata recording, quality checks and justification of choices. During the field course, each student documents at least one activity in each of the three disciplines through role rotation or equivalent activities specified in the plan. 2. Project technical report with dataset and associated outputs, 40%: problem, methods, data quality, integration, conceptual model, alternative interpretations, conclusions and limitations. The report may be prepared by a group, with explicit and verifiable individual contributions. The individual grade takes account of the outputs and documented contribution, clarified during the discussion. Proposed submission deadline: at least seven days before the oral examination, according to the schedule announced by the lecturer. 3. Individual oral examination lasting approximately 20–25 minutes, 30%: concise project presentation, discussion of choices and limitations, interpretation of a new datum or scenario, and a brief explanation of one conclusion to a non-specialist audience. No separate written examination is proposed. Discussions and feedback during the field course are formative and do not generate additional grades. Assessment criteria and final grade The assessment criteria include methodological rigour, data quality and traceability, interdisciplinary integration, consistency of interpretations, treatment of uncertainties, independence, and clarity of presentation. Assessment is on a pass/fail basis. To pass, candidates must, at a minimum, correctly apply the essential procedures and develop a simple model supported by the data teacher profile teaching materials
These are the most important aspects covered during the field days:
-surface processes and geomorphology
-hydrology and interaction between water resource and substrate
-geochemical analysis of water
-elements of local structural geology
-mineralogy and exploitation of georesources
Programme
Each day is dedicated to a main geological theme, however during the individual days the discussion and observation of the geological processes as a whole is always favored.These are the most important aspects covered during the field days:
-surface processes and geomorphology
-hydrology and interaction between water resource and substrate
-geochemical analysis of water
-elements of local structural geology
-mineralogy and exploitation of georesources
Prerequisiti
The student must have attended all the courses provided by the Master's Degree Course.Core Documentation
Various material provided by the teacher.Reference Bibliography
Various material provided by the teacher.Attendance
Attendance is mandatory.Type of evaluation
Students participating in the course will be divided into groups of 3, 4 or 5 people, depending on their maximum number. Each group will have to formulate a short dissertation, according by the teacher, on a topic proposed in the field and will have to present the results with the support of power point. The capacity of surveing data on the ground and their use will be evaluated together with what will be provided to them by the teachers during the course of the activity of the camp, without the aid of other data obtained from the bibliography. The evaluation consists judgment of suitability. teacher profile teaching materials
Analysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Programme
Problem definition and investigation designAnalysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
Prerequisiti
Basic knowledge of geology, stratigraphy, structural geology, geophysics and geochemistry, together with the ability to read maps and cross-sections, is required. Skills in numerical and spatial data management, descriptive statistics and GIS are useful. Fundamentals of hydrogeology, geothermal energy or hazard analysis are recommended according to the selected topic. An initial briefing will review measurement and sampling protocols and the safety procedures relevant to the activities.Core Documentation
A field-course dossier prepared by the teaching team, including the study-area setting, project question, maps, existing data, measurement and sampling protocols, metadata forms and quality criteria. Additional materials comprise manuals for the instruments and software actually used and selected scientific articles on the case study and methods adopted.No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Attendance
Participation in preparatory, field and synthesis activities is governed by the Degree Programme’s Teaching Regulations. Participation in all practical activities is proposed to ensure acquisition of multidisciplinary skills; attendance obligations, minimum percentages and recording arrangements must be specified in accordance with the Regulations. Any permitted equivalent activities or make-up arrangements must enable individual assessment of the same skills and be defined before the course begins.Type of evaluation
The assessment comprises three components and is graded on a pass/fail basis. 1. Individual practical activities and field notebook, 30%: observation of acquisition procedures, metadata recording, quality checks and justification of choices. During the field course, each student documents at least one activity in each of the three disciplines through role rotation or equivalent activities specified in the plan. 2. Project technical report with dataset and associated outputs, 40%: problem, methods, data quality, integration, conceptual model, alternative interpretations, conclusions and limitations. The report may be prepared by a group, with explicit and verifiable individual contributions. The individual grade takes account of the outputs and documented contribution, clarified during the discussion. Proposed submission deadline: at least seven days before the oral examination, according to the schedule announced by the lecturer. 3. Individual oral examination lasting approximately 20–25 minutes, 30%: concise project presentation, discussion of choices and limitations, interpretation of a new datum or scenario, and a brief explanation of one conclusion to a non-specialist audience. No separate written examination is proposed. Discussions and feedback during the field course are formative and do not generate additional grades. teacher profile teaching materials
Analysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Programme
Problem definition and investigation designAnalysis of the applied question, compilation of existing data and construction of an initial conceptual model. Definition of testable hypotheses, objectives, working scale and investigation plan. Selection of the location, density and sequence of observations according to the expected information, access and available resources.
Multidisciplinary data acquisition
Mapping of geological units and structures, geomorphological and hydrogeological observations, and georeferenced measurements and sampling. Geophysical surveys selected according to the problem, such as electrical or shallow seismic methods. Field geochemical measurements and sampling of water, gases or materials where relevant and compatible with operational conditions. The actual methods and instruments are specified in the field plan; use of every technique listed is not required.
Data quality and integration
Recording of metadata, sample traceability, and checks on units, coordinates, calibration and repeatability. Management of anomalous or missing data, shared archiving and documentation of analyses. Comparison of direct observations and inferred properties; effects of different spatial and temporal scales, non-uniqueness of interpretations and propagation of uncertainty within the integrated model.
Applied projects
Hydrogeology: preliminary reconstruction of aquifer architecture, flow pathways and water–rock relationships. Geothermal energy: identification of system components and integration of geological evidence, geophysical anomalies and fluid characteristics. Hazard assessment: reconstruction of processes and predisposing factors and definition of preliminary scenarios, distinguishing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and risk. Each edition may focus on a single topic while retaining integration across the three disciplines; the other examples provide possible contexts for transferring the methods.
Synthesis and presentation
Construction and revision of the integrated conceptual model; evaluation of alternative interpretations; identification of information gaps and proposals for further work. Production of a technical report, documented dataset, maps and cross-sections, summarising applied implications and limitations.
Prerequisiti
Basic knowledge of geology, stratigraphy, structural geology, geophysics and geochemistry, together with the ability to read maps and cross-sections, is required. Skills in numerical and spatial data management, descriptive statistics and GIS are useful. Fundamentals of hydrogeology, geothermal energy or hazard analysis are recommended according to the selected topic. An initial briefing will review measurement and sampling protocols and the safety procedures relevant to the activities.Core Documentation
a field-course dossier prepared by the teaching team, including the study-area setting, project question, maps, existing data, measurement and sampling protocols, metadata forms and quality criteria. Additional materials comprise manuals for the instruments and software actually used and selected scientific articles on the case study and methods adopted.No single compulsory textbook is proposed before the topic and area have been selected. Before the course begins, the teaching team will specify authors, title, publisher or journal, year, required sections and access arrangements for each reference, distinguishing required materials from further reading. The final bibliography remains to be completed for the specific edition of the field course.
Attendance
Participation in preparatory, field and synthesis activities is governed by the Degree Programme’s Teaching Regulations. Participation in all practical activities is proposed to ensure acquisition of multidisciplinary skills; attendance obligations, minimum percentages and recording arrangements must be specified in accordance with the Regulations. Any permitted equivalent activities or make-up arrangements must enable individual assessment of the same skills and be defined before the course begins.Type of evaluation
The assessment comprises three components and is graded on a pass/fail basis. 1. Individual practical activities and field notebook, 30%: observation of acquisition procedures, metadata recording, quality checks and justification of choices. During the field course, each student documents at least one activity in each of the three disciplines through role rotation or equivalent activities specified in the plan. 2. Project technical report with dataset and associated outputs, 40%: problem, methods, data quality, integration, conceptual model, alternative interpretations, conclusions and limitations. The report may be prepared by a group, with explicit and verifiable individual contributions. The individual grade takes account of the outputs and documented contribution, clarified during the discussion. Proposed submission deadline: at least seven days before the oral examination, according to the schedule announced by the lecturer. 3. Individual oral examination lasting approximately 20–25 minutes, 30%: concise project presentation, discussion of choices and limitations, interpretation of a new datum or scenario, and a brief explanation of one conclusion to a non-specialist audience. No separate written examination is proposed. Discussions and feedback during the field course are formative and do not generate additional grades. Assessment criteria and final grade The assessment criteria include methodological rigour, data quality and traceability, interdisciplinary integration, consistency of interpretations, treatment of uncertainties, independence, and clarity of presentation. Assessment is on a pass/fail basis. To pass, candidates must, at a minimum, correctly apply the essential procedures and develop a simple model supported by the data