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PRES 532 - Building Materials and Technology Workshop


Fulfills requirement for MS in Preservation Practices
Delivery: Lec/Lab
This course introduces students to composition, properties, common pathologies or failures, and conservation and treatment techniques for historic and existing building materials and systems. The course emphasizes condition assessment and material treatment techniques for elements such as wood, masonry, metals, glass, interior and exterior finishes. The course is taught in material-focused modules consisting of lectures, readings and discussions and workshops focused on  material-specific conservation techniques. Minimum Passing Grade: B-

4 credits
Spring



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