Teaching code

4S01193

Academic staff

Patrizia Basso, Nicola Mancassola

Coordinator

Patrizia Basso

Credits

6

Language

Italian

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

L-ANT/09 - ANCIENT TOPOGRAPHY

Period

CuCi 2 A dal Feb 17, 2025 al Mar 29, 2025.

Courses Single

Authorized

Lessons timetable Moodle Seminars 0

Learning objectives

The course addresses the subject of the relationship that arose between man and the environement in ancient times, with particular reference to the Roman era.
The expected learning outcomes are: KNOWLEDGE: 1.Knowledge of the sources, tools and methodologies used in the reconstruction of the ancient environment with particular focus on road networks, agrarian organisation and urban development. 2. Knowledge of the influence of geographical factors on the origin and development of settlements and the environmental changes caused by man. SKILLS: 1.Correct use of basic archaeological terminology, particularly that related to the ancient landscape. 2.Application of an interdisciplinary methodological approach to the reading and interpretation of the ancient world. 3.Analysis and understanding of the main sources employed in historical/archaeological study (literary, epigraphic, material).

Prerequisites and basic notions

No prerequisites are required, but it is preferable to have basic knowledge of Roman and early medieval history as well as basic notions of classical and late antique-early medieval archeology.

Program

In the first part of the course, the themes related to the Roman age will be addressed, both in general terms and with in-depth analysis in the territorial context of Roman-era Venetia, also through their application in specific research projects of the teacher. In particular, the following will be discussed: 1. the meaning and value of historical topography; 2. the tools and methods for the study and reconstruction of the ancient environment; 3. Roman roads, agrarian organization, urban structures. In a second part, these same themes will be explored in depth for the late ancient period, up to the first centuries of the Middle Ages (VI AD), thus providing a long-term diachronic perspective, capable of highlighting the main processes and changes underway.

Bibliography

Didactic methods

The classroom meetings include lectures based on PowerPoint that will be provided online to students. Seminar activities are also planned in which students will be able to produce a small original research on a topic agreed with the teacher. Guided tours or field reconnaissance aimed at contextualizing the topics discussed in class with practical cases will be part of the course. Students will be offered the opportunity to participate in summer excavation campaigns directed by the teachers of the course.

Learning assessment procedures

The exam will be oral: some questions will be related to the first part, some to the second.

Evaluation criteria

The purpose of the exam is to verify the expected learning outcomes previously specified. The assessment will take into account knowledge, the ability to summarize, and the ability to use appropriate terminology.

Criteria for the composition of the final grade

The final grade will take into account the acquisition of knowledge and skills foreseen in the training objectives of the course.

Exam language

italiano