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METAL CONSERVATION AND RESTORATION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
RKY232 METAL CONSERVATION AND RESTORATION 4 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 diagnose the diseases of metal and metal architectural elements, to make restoration and conservation applications with appropriate methods and to prepare the results reports of all these processes.
Contents of the Course Unit: Contents of the course include applications of deterioration, restoration and conservation of metal alloys, construction techniques, decoration techniques, applications in architectural structures, degradation of non-noble metals.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Categorize metal works.
Analyze metal works diseases.
Apply Restoration and Conservation through analyses taking into account International regulations suitable for the works.
Apply the repair of metal parts used in architectural structures.
Report the documentation, diagnosis and application studies by concluding.

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 Noble metals Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
3 Reading Non-noble metals Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
4 Reading Metal alloys Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
5 Reading Metal work and working techniques Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
6 Reading Metal components in historical structures and use of elements Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
7 Reading Bronze and Silver work diseases Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Reading Gold and Copper work diseases Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
10 Assignment preparation Mechanic and chemical conservation practices against bronze work diseases Applied teaching, group work
11 Assignment preparation Mechanic and chemical conservation practices against silver work deteriorations Applied teaching, group work
12 Assignment preparation Mechanic and chemical conservation practices against gold work deteriorations Applied teaching, group work
13 Assignment preparation Mechanic and chemical conservation practices against gold work deteriorations Applied teaching, group work
14 Assignment preparation Filing, identification and practices reporting. Applied teaching, group work
15 Assignment preparation General Revision and evaluation of the course Applied teaching, group work
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

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

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

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.
1

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.
2

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.
3
2
Interpret the concepts and laws of conservation on universal scale.
2
3
Prepare technical specifications, discovery, quantity and progress reports.
3

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.
0
2
Prepare restoration and restitution projects.
0
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.
3
2
Collaborate with other departments in offices, workshops, construction sites and archaeological excavations.
1
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.
3
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.
2

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.
1
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.
1
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.
2
4
Evaluate the chemical properties and application of materials used in professional applications.
3

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
Total Workload of the Course Unit 157
Workload (h) / 25.5 6,2
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 6,0