Paperikonservoinnin perusteet (VAPVAL063), 1.5 op
Basic information
Course name: | Paperikonservoinnin perusteet Basics of paper conservation |
Course Winha code: | VAPVAL063 |
Kurre acronym: | |
Credits: | 1.5 |
Type and level of course: | Optional Studies |
Year of study, semester or study period: | 3.year |
Implementation: | Spring semester |
Semester: | 0607 |
Language of tuition: | Suomi |
Teacher: | Istvan Kecskemeti |
Final assessment: | Pass - Fail |
Descriptions
Prerequisites
Accepted passing of the first and second year textile conservation courses
Course contents (core content level)
The history of paper, and the development of paper manufactory. Identification and characterisation and timing of papers. Deterioration mechanisms and condition survey. Basicconservation treatments.
Course contents (additional)
Thorough documentation and practical conservation of objects belonging to paper conservation area.
Core content level learning outcomes (knowledge and understanding)
Upon completion the student will recognize paper types, knows paper history and is able to identify and date objects belonging to paper conservation area.
Core content level learning outcomes (skills)
Upon completion the student knows the basics of paper conservation and is able to perform simple treatments.
Recommended reading
Teaching and learning strategies
Lectures, tutored work, conservation practices and course assignments.
Teaching methods and student workload
Assessment weighting and grading
Assessment will be based on contact teaching, assignments and the conservation reports.
Related competences of the degree programme
Documentation
Ethical competencies
Conservation