11462 - Conservation of Ruins and Archaeological Sites Modulübersicht

Module Number: 11462
Module Title:Conservation of Ruins and Archaeological Sites
  Konservierung von Ruinen und Archäologischen Stätten
Department: Faculty 6 - Architecture, Civil Engineering and Urban Planning
Responsible Staff Member:
  • Prof. Dr. phil. habil. Blokker, Johanna
Language of Teaching / Examination:English
Duration:1 semester
Frequency of Offer: Every summer semester
Credits: 6
Learning Outcome:Upon completion of the module, students are able to understand the particular characteristics of ruins and archaeological sites and the special challenges raised by their conservation and presentation. They are able to apply this knowledge to a range of contexts in which historical artefacts present in a state of fragmentation or advanced degradation. They can analyze and evaluate the material condition and the cultural significance of these artefacts and create plans for the conservation of their tangible and intangible values. They are also able to develop concepts and strategies for the presentation of ruins and archaeological sites to the wider public.
Contents:
  • The module will provide an introduction into the history of perception and appreciation of ruins and archaeological sites in their wide range of significance for people, encompassing ruins from ancient times as well as medieval, post-medieval and eve contemporary ruins and archaeological sites.
  • Furthermore it will present and discuss the specific problems that surround the physical preservation of ruins and of archaeological sites. Preventing and retarding decay will be discusses as well as methods of rehabilitating and strengthening ruins without interfering with their cultural significance. This includes discussing the benefits and problems of shelter buildings and other protective structures.
  • Another field is the task of presenting and interpreting ruins and archaeological sites to visitors. This includes such topics as site design as well as the particular topic of (partial) reconstructions for interpretation or validation purposes.
Recommended Prerequisites:None
Mandatory Prerequisites:None
Forms of Teaching and Proportion:
  • Seminar / 4 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Self organised studies / 120 Hours
Teaching Materials and Literature:The bibliography will be presented in class.
Module Examination:Continuous Assessment (MCA)
Assessment Mode for Module Examination:Presentation – 30% of the final grade
Written paper, 15-20 pages – 70% of the final grade
Evaluation of Module Examination:Performance Verification – graded
Limited Number of Participants:None
Part of the Study Programme:
  • Abschluss im Ausland / Architektur / keine PO
  • Master (research-oriented) - Double Degree / Architektur / PO 2022
  • Master (research-oriented) / Bau- und Kunstgeschichte / PO 2025
  • Abschluss im Ausland / Environmental and Resource Management / keine PO
  • Abschluss im Ausland / Heritage Conservation and Site Management / keine PO
  • Master (research-oriented) / Heritage Conservation and Site Management / PO 2015
  • Abschluss im Ausland / World Heritage Studies / keine PO
Remarks:none
Module Components:Seminar
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