Mastery of the Restoration Process (10 cr)

Objective

After you have completed the course you
- know the main materials and techniques used for the conservation and restoration of historical interiors and artefacts
- understand the ethical aspects of the restoration process
- understand the fundamentals of entrepreneurship as they apply to the restoration process
- know how to make the right decisions ethically and professionally in different situations
- know how to master the whole conservation/ restoration process

Content

- How to apply special techniques in conservation/restoration objects, such as gilding, decorative painting and marquetry?
- How to plann the conservation/ restoration of different materials present in historical interiors?
- How to analyse different materials to support planning and work of project?

Evaluation

Level 3, entry-level know-how and skills Students can
a. use professional vocabulary systematically.
b. look for information in the key information sources of the field.
c. identify interrelated tasks.
d. work together with customers, users and target groups.
e. use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field.
f. work as team members in a goal-oriented way.
g. justify their actions according to the ethical principles of the professional field.

Qualifications

Prior know-how and skills
Basic knowledge and skills in restoration documentation and basic techniques are required.

Further information

Co-requisites
Applying Techniques 10 cr