Rome Regional Studies
Discover how Rome's geology, rivers, and hills influenced its famous monuments, infrastructure, and potential hazards. Perfect for geography and geology experts wanting practical examples on land use, building materials, mapping techniques, and strategies for long-term city resilience against environmental challenges.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a practical look at how Rome's landforms, rock layers, and river systems influenced the city's development, buildings, and landmarks. Learners will study hills, quarries, terraces, and the Tiber River, link materials to building decisions, create maps of important sites with explanatory details, and evaluate risks, durability, and land changes from ancient Rome to Late Antiquity.
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Develop skills
- Analyze Rome's terrain to understand choices for ancient cities and holy sites.
- Assess Roman stones and concrete for strength and protection against dangers.
- Interpret geology under monuments to explain building stability and collapses.
- Create informative maps connecting geology, landmarks, and city systems.
- Evaluate risks from floods, earthquakes, and slopes using Rome's landscape and history.
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