Course Overview
This course provides a general overview of the principles and practice of Heritage Conservation, and provides the student with an understanding of values-based methodology and techniques for addressing the conservation of heritage structures and sites. Based on global best practices, the course provides a familiarity with the Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada, an understanding of the broader framework of cultural heritage, and knowledge of the development of the local built environment. Further, the course addresses the different levels of authority in approaching the conservation of the built environment, tools necessary to carry out the research, recording and surveying of heritage structures, and analysis of historical building materials with consideration of long-term restoration and maintenance techniques.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in ARSC 7010
Credits
3.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Understand the context of heritage conservation activities within the broader framework of cultural heritage initiatives.
- Assess the policy framework for heritage conservation, and the impact of World, Federal, Provincial and Municipal legislation.
- Identify the age, style and heritage value of older buildings and structures.
- Gain practical experience by conducting a thorough investigation of a historic building or site, and provide a logical record of its history and condition in order to make recommendations for long-term conservation policies. This includes an assessment of the behaviour of historic building materials and assemblies.
- Understand the inherent energy performance of historic buildings and determine methods to upgrade performance without compromising heritage value.
Effective as of Winter 2014
Related Programs
Heritage Conservation Principles and Practice (ARSC 7110) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
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