CONSERVATION CHEMISTRY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
RKY223	CONSERVATION CHEMISTRY	3	4	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	, TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to develop the ability to relate with other disciplines by providing the basic knowledge of conservation chemistry. To provide the students with the ability to perform chemical analysis against problems and facts they may encounter in scientific and conservation applications, and gain the quality of solutioner chemical approach.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include comprehending the basic chemical terms such as the structure of atom, the smallest element of the substance, the properties of elements, compound, mixture, mole, and establishing the foundations of basic knowledge such as chemical bonds, chemical equations and gas laws and solubility.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explain the properties of periodical table.
Interpret the chemical structures of the gas, liquid and solid states of the substance.
Understand the solutions, properties and chemical balances formed in the aqueous solution.
Interpret and comprehend the operation of chemical events.
Compares with other chemical events.
Apply the chemical materials on the work in conservation applications.
Apply the knowledge gained to act as a professional conservation expert in conservation chemistry and relevant fields.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading	Introduction to the course, explanation of practice and evaluation phases	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
2	Reading	History of chemistry, measurement and measurement errors, unit systems.	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
3	Reading	Chemistry, Atoms, Elements, compounds, molecules; atomic structure, rules in compounding of atoms	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
4	Reading	Mole concept, chemical calculations (stoichiometry).	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
5	Reading	Concentration calculations, aqueous solution reactions.	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
6	Reading	Periodic table. Chemical Formulas	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
7	Reading	Chemical bonds	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Reading	States of matter, gas laws	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
10	Assignment preparation	States of matter, liquids, solids and intermolecular forces	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
11	Assignment preparation	Acid and bases; acidity and basicity concepts. Neutralization, hydrolyse and salts.	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
12	Assignment preparation	Solutions and their features, solubility, elements effecting solubility, week acid and bases, acidity coefficient, pH, solubility	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
13	Assignment preparation	Equilibrium in aqueous solution; pH calculations	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
14	Assignment preparation	Electrochemistry and corrosion	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
15	Reading	General Revision and evaluation of the course	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Petrucci, R. H. & Harwood, W.S. (2002). Genel Kimya. (Ed. 8th). New Jersey: Prentice Hall International Inc.
Erdik, E. ve Sarikaya, Y. (2014). Temel Universite Kimyasi. Ankara: Gazi Publications.
Sutherland, W. J. ( 2008). The Conservation Handbook. Oxford: Blackwell Publishing.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the current information about the field by associating with the modern technical and material knowledge necessary for conservation and restoration.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Establish a connection between the knowledge and facts acquired in the field of Restoration and Conservation and the necessary scientific and digital technological areas.		1

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of restoration and conservation.			2
2	Interpret the concepts and laws of conservation on universal scale.			2
3	Prepare technical specifications, discovery, quantity and progress reports.			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluate the raw material and current deterioration status of the work.						5
2	Prepare restoration and restitution projects.				3
3	Analyze the problems and project data in restoration and conservation projects.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Conclude an advanced project related to the field independently.			2
2	Collaborate with other departments in offices, workshops, construction sites and archaeological excavations.				3
3	Express his/her ideas orally and in writing in interdisciplinary studies related to the field.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Gain basic knowledge about the field of restoration and conservation.						5
2	With the awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning, accept the principle of following up the scientific and technological developments and renewing itself continuously.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Discuss the ideas and solutions to the problems related to restoration and conservation with experts.			2
2	Discuss the ideas and solutions to the problems related to restoration and conservation with experts.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Consider social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of restoration and conservation.			2
2	Apply the knowledge of terminology, principles and legislation in the field of restoration and conservation with the awareness of legal and ethical responsibilities.			2
3	Distinguish the deterioration processes of building and building materials and detect measures to be taken against existing disturbances.					4
4	Evaluate the chemical properties and application of materials used in professional applications.						5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	14	1	14
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	14	2	28
Laboratory	7	2	14
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	14	1	14
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	7	2	14
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	7	1	7
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	4	4
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	4	4
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	81	0	157