Study Guide

Objective

After you have completed the course you
- know the basics of inorganic chemistry
- know how to work safely in a laboratory
- know basic chemical methods and laboratory equipment
- understand how chemistry is part of conservation/restoration and documentation of the object in the conservation/restoration process
- know how to apply knowledge of chemistry by using and disposing of harmful materials
- know where to research and use information about the safest methods and materials from the perspectives of the user and the object of restoration
- understand the restrictions of sampling due to the ethics of conservation/restoration

Content

- What is the basic terminology of chemistry?
- What are the basics of inorganic chemistry?
- What kind of properties do chemical materials have?
- How is chemistry applied in conservation and restoration laboratory work?
- What does work safety in a laboratory mean?
- What are material safety data sheets?
- How are paint layer samples studied using resin casting?
- How are paint layers analyzed with a microscope?

Qualifications

Prior know-how and skills:
No prerequisities

Further information

Co-requisites:
Documentation and subject research