Learning objectives
Train the student in: <br />
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critical reading of the VIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) provisions; <br />
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critical analysis of an Environmental Impact Study; <br />
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writing an SIA (Environmental Impact Study)
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge in mathematics, ecology, physics, chemistry, geology
Course unit content
<br />The national and regional VIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) provisions. <br />
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The national and regional VIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) procedure <br />
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How to work out an environmental impact study. Use of Technical Regulations (Italian Prime Minister's Decree DPCM 27 December 1988) <br />
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The significance of environmental, programmatic and planning reference frameworks and illustrative study cases. <br />
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Assessment of impacts on ecosystems. Qualitative forecasting methods. <br />
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Summarizing tools for assessment: matrices, networks, checklists.
Full programme
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Bibliography
Canter, Environmental Impact Assessment, McGraw-Hill <br />
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Puccia & Levins, Qualitative modelling of complex systems. Harvard University Press
Teaching methods
Oral lecture and practice <br />
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Oral test
Assessment methods and criteria
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Other information
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