Università Roma Tre

Through a comprehensive view of Planet Earth, the course aims to provide an adequate mastery of the scientific contents of the Earth Sciences. The course talks about the modern aspects of Earth Sciences, framing geological phenomena within the framework of the most modern theories and illustrating the danger and risks associated with natural phenomena such as, for example, seismic and volcanic phenomena, also with reference to the geology of the Italian territory . The course also aims to provide the basis for understanding the cycle of rocks, their genetic processes and training environments through laboratory and soil experiences. During the exercises and the educational excursions the students will be stimulated to understand the different aspects of the Italian territory, with particular regard to its environmental value.