Unit BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT; ELEMENTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ECOLOGY WITH LABORATORY

BIOTECHNOLOGIES FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

Code	A004638
CFU	3
Teacher	Nicolo' Montegiove
Teachers	Nicolo' Montegiove
Hours	21 ore - Nicolo' Montegiove
Learning activities	Affine/integrativa
Area	Attività formative affini o integrative
Sector	AGR/13
Type of study-unit	Obbligatorio (Required)
Language of instruction	Italian
Contents	Introduction to environmental biotechnologies for the evaluation of processes aimed at energy and product recovery. Applications of biotechnology in the sustainable treatment of wastes, wastewaters, and organic waste matrices from different origins. Analytical methodologies for the study of production systems and the valorization of organic matter.
Reference texts	Teaching materials in electronic format provided by the lecturer through the UniStudium online platform.
Educational objectives	The course provides knowledge and practical skills in biotechnological processes through the study of analytical methodologies applied to organic matrices. The main skills developed include: - planning and carrying out chemical and biochemical analyses of organic matrices; - analysing and monitoring potential environmental pollutants; - preparing technical-scientific reports.
Prerequisites	Basic knowledge of chemistry and biology.
Teaching methods	The course includes lectures on the topics covered, complemented by practical examples aimed at facilitating the understanding of the presented methodologies.
Other information	Office hours: Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Via G. Duranti 93, Perugia. For information on support services for students with disabilities and/or learning disorders, visit: https://www.unipg.it/disabilita-e-dsa
Learning verification modality	The examination consists of a written test and an oral examination. The written test is aimed at assessing the practical skills acquired during the laboratory activities, while the oral examination consists of a discussion on the topics covered in the introductory part of the course.
Extended program	The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of biotechnologies applied to the valorization of organic matrices and to the assessment of sustainable biological processes. Particular attention will be devoted to waste biomasses and their treatment for the recovery of energy and fertilizers through anaerobic digestion and composting processes. In addition, methodologies for the analysis of organic matrices, the monitoring of biological processes, and the control of pollutants within production systems will be addressed.
Obiettivi Agenda 2030 per lo sviluppo sostenibile	Affordable and clean energy. Responsible consumption and production. Climate action.

ELEMENTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ECOLOGY

Code	A004629
CFU	2
Teacher	Antonia Concetta Elia
Teachers	Antonia Concetta Elia
Hours	14 ore - Antonia Concetta Elia
Learning activities	Affine/integrativa
Area	Attività formative affini o integrative
Sector	BIO/07
Type of study-unit	Obbligatorio (Required)
Language of instruction	Italian
Contents	The course provides basic knowledge of ecology, with particular reference to the structure and functioning of ecosystems. The contents include the concepts of environment, habitat and ecological niche, population dynamics, species interactions within biological communities, ecosystem energetics, food webs, biogeochemical cycles, and an overview of the main terrestrial and aquatic biomes.
Reference texts	Smith TM, Smith RL. 2017. Elementi di Ecologia. Pearson. Benjamin Cummings. Ediz. economica. IX edizione
Educational objectives	To provide fundamental knowledge of general ecology, with reference to terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. To introduce the concepts of ecosystem structure and functioning, population dynamics, species interactions, food webs, and biogeochemical cycles. To develop the ability to understand the main ecological processes underlying ecosystem organization and dynamics.
Prerequisites	basic knowledge of biology and chemistry
Teaching methods	The course is delivered through lectures covering the topics included in the syllabus. The concepts presented will be integrated, where possible, with examples and/or exercises in order to facilitate understanding of the course contents.
Other information	Attendance to the course: Recommended
Learning verification modality	The final examination consists of an oral exam. The assessment will consider the student’s level of preparation on the topics covered in the course, the degree of in-depth understanding of the subjects addressed, reasoning skills, and the use of language and terminology appropriate to the field of ecology. For information on support services for students with disabilities and/or specific learning disorders, please visit: http://www.unipg.it/disabilita-e-dsa
Extended program	Concept of ecosystem. Environment, habitat and ecological niche. Populations and main growth models. Positive and negative interactions among species in biological communities. Principles of ecosystem energetics. Food chains and food webs. Basic concepts of biogeochemical cycles. Overview of the main terrestrial and aquatic biomes.
Obiettivi Agenda 2030 per lo sviluppo sostenibile	13 14 15

ENVIRONMENTAL BIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

Code	A004772
CFU	2
Teacher	Nicolo' Montegiove
Teachers	Nicolo' Montegiove
Hours	24 ore - Nicolo' Montegiove
Learning activities	Altro
Area	Altre conoscenze utili per l'inserimento nel mondo del lavoro
Sector	NN
Type of study-unit	Obbligatorio (Required)
Language of instruction	Italian
Contents	Practical activities focused on the analysis and treatment of organic matrices using biotechnological approaches. Laboratory experiments on chemical, physical, and biological indicators aimed at assessing environmental status and the performance of biological processes. Introduction to methodologies for the recovery of resources from organic waste through aerobic and anaerobic treatments. Use of instrumental techniques for the analysis of environmental parameters, contaminants, and innovative materials.
Reference texts	All teaching materials necessary for laboratory activities will be provided by the lecturer.
Educational objectives	- Gaining operational skills in environmental biotechnology through experimental activities on organic matrices; - Applying analytical methods and instrumental techniques to assess environmental parameters; - Monitoring biological and physicochemical indicators related to environmental processes; - Preparing technical and scientific laboratory reports based on experimental results.
Prerequisites	Basic knowledge of chemistry and biology.
Teaching methods	Laboratory exercises and lectures.
Other information	Office hours: Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Via G. Duranti 93, Perugia. For information on support services for students with disabilities and/or learning disorders, visit: https://www.unipg.it/disabilita-e-dsa
Learning verification modality	Written examination.
Extended program	Introduction to the applications of environmental biotechnology. Experimental activities related to the management and valorization of organic matrices. Methodological approaches for the characterization and treatment of biological materials. Analytical techniques for assessing environmental quality and the efficiency of biological processes. Use of operational methods and tools for monitoring physicochemical and biological indicators. Application of instrumental techniques for detecting environmental parameters and contaminants. Data processing and interpretation of experimental results.
Obiettivi Agenda 2030 per lo sviluppo sostenibile	Affordable and clean energy. Responsible consumption and production. Climate action.

ENVIRONMENTAL ECOLOGY LABORATORY

Code	A004773
CFU	2
Teacher	Antonia Concetta Elia
Teachers	Antonia Concetta Elia
Hours	24 ore - Antonia Concetta Elia
Learning activities	Altro
Area	Altre conoscenze utili per l'inserimento nel mondo del lavoro
Sector	NN
Type of study-unit	Obbligatorio (Required)