ARTC 656 - Conservation Principles I

Credit(s): 6

CONSERVATION PRINCIPLES 1
Component: Lecture
This course is divided into a sequence of specialty-specific blocks that cover each major area of conservation plus principles of preventive conservation. During the fall semester, these typically include paper, textiles, organic objects, and books and library material. Students work with faculty members in each specialty, learn the basic techniques of object examination, study the causes of deterioration, gain experience recommending treatment options for a variety of conservation problems, and establish a foundation for general collections care. Examination and documentation techniques covered during the semester include polarized light microscopy, ultraviolet light examination, and digital photo documentation.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 6 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option
RESTRICTIONS: Art Conservation graduate students only.

Course Typically Offered: Fall