RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION-I
- Course
- ARCH305 - RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION-I
- Department
- Architecture - English - Master
- Course Type
- Scientific Preparation
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 0
- ECTS
- 0
- T+P+L
- 0 + 0 + 0
- Course Coordinator(s)
- Asst. Prof. Dr. Yasemin MESDA
- Prerequisite
- -
- Keywords
- -
Course Description
This course, in which the theoretical basis related to the preservation of historical structures is formed, includes preservation of historical environment, history of contemporary preservation, restoration and refitting techniques, preservation standards, definition of valuable structures, domestic and international regulations and organizations regarding preservation, examples from the world heritage list and exemplary structures that are preserved. The course also includes understanding the deterioration on structures and the underlying reasons and how to make the necessary archive research before starting a restoration project of a historical structure. The aim of the course can be listed as analyzing the current condition of a historical structure and identifying necessary preservation techniques and offering suggestions as to the reuse of the structures.
RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION-I
Evaluation Tools (Active Term)
| Item | Type | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|
| MIDTERM | Midterm | 40 |
| FINAL | Final | 45 |
| POSTER | Project | 15 |
| Total | 100 | |
Course outcomes
- 01 Definition of conservation and restoration principles (2)
- 02 Discussion of problems with group work (4), and resolve (3)
- 03 Interpretation of conservation concept and principles around the world (5)
- 04 Detailed analysis of historical buildings in historical, architectural and statical context (4) and preparation of architectural drawings (2)
Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to the course (LO1, LO2, LO3) |
| Week 2 | Introduction to the history and theory of conservation (LO1, LO3) |
| Week 3 | History of restoration and preservation 1 and 2 (19. and 20. century), International organizations for protecting cultural property, Concept of World Heritage List, National and international legistration and administration (LO1, LO3) |
| Week 4 | Deteriorations of historic buildings, Intervention types of restoration 1 and 2 (consolidation, reintegration, tranfer of the monument, cleaning, renovation, reconstruction, archaeological restoration), Modern techniques using the restoration (LO2) |
| Week 5 | Scientific research before restoration (LO2) |
| Week 6 | Technical trip to the old city of Nicosia (LO1, LO2, LO3) |
| Week 7 | JURY WEEK |
| Week 8 | MIDTERM WEEK |
| Week 9 | MIDTERM WEEK |
| Week 10 | Critiquing and discussing the deterioration of historical buildings (LO1, LO2, LO3) |
| Week 11 | Critiquing and discussing the deterioration of historical buildings (LO1, LO2, LO3) |
| Week 12 | Submission of the exhibition poster and learning to take measurement and drawing of the muasured drawing project (LO1) |
| Week 13 | Preperation of exhibition hall and opening ceremony (LO1, LO2, LO3) |
| Week 14 | Learning to take measurement and drawing of the muasured drawing project (LO1) |
| Week 15 | JURY WEEK |
Reference Books & Course Materials
- 01 Latham, D., 2000, Creative Re-Use of Buildings, Vol.1-2, Dorset, England: Donhead Publishing Limited
- 02 Jodidio, P., 2007, 100 Great Extensions and Renovations, Images Publishing, Australia.
- 03 Feilden, B. M., Conservation of Historic Buildings, Great Britain: Elsevier, 2007. Orbasli, A., Architectural Conservation: Principles and Practice.
- 04 Roca, P., Lourenço, P. B. and Gaetani, A., 2019, Historic Construction and Conservation: Materials, Systems and Damage (Assessment, Repair and Strengthening for the Conservation of Structures), Routledge Publication
Learning Outcomes
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Program Outcomes
- P01 Solving the architectural problems by making use of the research methods (skill).
- P02 The ability to carry out a specialistic study related to architecture independently. (Competence to work independently and take responsibility).
- P03 Developing new strategic approaches to solve the unforeseen and complex problems arising in the practical processes of architecture and coming up with solutions while taking responsibility (Competence to work independently and take responsibility).
- P04 Fulfilling the leader role in the environments where solutions are sought for the problems of architecture (Competence to work independently and take responsibility).
- P05 Assessing the specialistic knowledge and skill gained through the study with a critical view and directing one’s own learning process (Learning Competence).
- P06 Systematically transferring the current developments of architecture and one’s own work to other groups in and out of the area; in written, oral and visual forms (Communication and Social Competency).
- P07 Ability to see and develop social relationships and the norms directing these relationships with a critical look and the ability to take action to change these when necessary (Communication and Social Competency).
- P08 Proficiency in inglish- and establishing written and oral communication with english (Communication and Social Competency).
- P09 Using the computer software together with the information and communication technologies efficiently and according to the needs of architecture (Communication and Social Competency).
- P10 Paying regard to social, scientific, cultural and ethical values during the collecting, interpreting, practicing and announcing processes of the architectural data and the ability to teach these values to others (Area Specific Competency).
- P11 Developing strategy, policy and application plans concerning the architectural issues area and the ability to evaluate the end results of these plans within the frame of quality processes (Area Specific Competency).
- P12 Using the knowledge and the skills for problem solving and/or application (which are processed within the architecture) in inter-disciplinary studies (Area Specific Competency).
- P13 In the programs with thesis, the ability to present one’s own work within the international environments orally, visually and in written forms (Area Specific Competency).
Po-Lo Matrix
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