Course content

Introduction to Specializations I - METAL AND ARCHEOLOGIC HERITAGE

Code:

200956

Abbreviation:

UAR0MA

Higher education institution:

Arts Academy

ECTS credits:

2.0

Load:

15(L)

Issuing teachers:

Assistant Professor Filip Rogošić

Course contractors:

Assistant Professor Filip Rogošić (L)

Course description:

Introduction with the area of work of metal conservators-restorers and the basics of preserving cultural goods made of metals through international documents on the ethical principles of conservation-restoration. Acquiring knowledge about the cultural meaning of metals (gold, silver, platinum, copper, iron, zinc, lead, aluminum, nickel, chrome...), historical overview of their use and production technology. Recognition of various phenomena of corrosion and metal damage. Acquiring knowledge about preventive metal conservation.

Mandatory literature:

M. Klarić (1998): Uvod u konzervaciju kovina

Lyndsie Selwyn (2004): Metals and Corrosion A Handbook for Conservator Professional

David A. Scott (1991): Metallography and Microstructure of Ancient and Historic Metals

Learning outcomes:

1. Comprehend the most important processes of deterioration of individual cultural assets.

2. Master key conservation-restoration texts.

3. Master the basic concepts of conservation theory.

Course in study programme:

Code	Name of study	Level of study	Semester	Required/Elective
17	Conservation-Restoration	integrated undergraduate and graduate	1	required

* the course is not taught in that semester

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