Recalls of elements of general ecology. Elements of ecosystem ecology. Ecosystem approach and integrated ecosystem management. The river basin as a basic management unit. Geographic Information Systems applied to the study of land use forms. Territorial theoretical and experimental loads, evaluation methods. Pollution: monitoring, classification, causes, consequences, remedies. Elements of aquatic ecology. Natural and artificial lakes, rivers, transitional and marine ecosystems. Physical and chemical characteristics, biotic structure and productivity of aquatic environments. Forecasting models of water quality assessment. Biological indicators. Elements of urban ecology. Budget and energy flows of the city. Climate and atmospheric environment of cities. The material cycles in the cities. Hydrological balance of the city. Modification of the urban atmosphere: local and global effects. Air pollution. Urban habitats and biological aspects of the city.

Landscape regeneration of Argentiera / Sassari. During this course will be elaborate a path system to link the former mining village Argentiera with it's sourrounding territory (Sassari, Stintino, Alghero) and a specific trekking path system for the village itself. Based on a critical reading of existing analysis a landscape synthesis will be the basis of the work. In situ experiences, the detailed study of views complete the work to propose a new network for future visitors and the local community, based only on landscape values.