Materials Characterization for Architectural and Archeological Heritage

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Free Online Course: Materials Characterization for Architectural and Archeological Heritage provided by Miríadax is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 6 weeks long, 10 hours a week. The course is taught in Spanish and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from Miríadax. Materials Characterization for Architectural and Archeological Heritage is taught by David Sanz, Esther Moreno, Isabel Salto-weis, Javier Pinilla and Sol López.

Overview
  • Descripción de curso
    This course focuses on the characterization of historical materials, which is one of the main disciplines for conservation and restoration of built heritage. This knowledge is key to architects, restorers and archaeologists worldwide. This course centres primarily on the practical application of theoretical knowledge.

    This MOOC has been elaborated with the collaboration of the Universidad Complutense of Madrid.

Syllabus
  • Module 0. Overview of the analytical techniques
    Module 1. Natural stone. Casa de las Conchas, Salamanca
    Module 2. Historic mortars. San Pedro Apostol de Polvoranca
    Module 3. Concrete. Prefabricated panels by Fisac architect
    Module 4. Steel and marble. Garden temple of the Cerralbo Museum
    Module 5. Masonry works. Casa de los Aragoneses