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Overview
Learning outcomes
On completion of this Conservation Practicum topic at Flinders University students will be able to:Demonstrate an understanding of a range of basic conservation techniques for different classes of archaeological material;Demonstrate an understanding of the practical and theoretical basis for making specific conservation decisions and choose between alternative options responsibly; andConduct basic conservation surveys in a field necessary for effective management of sites.
Assessment
Continuous Assessment (50%): Assessment based on contribution to fieldwork and their ability to operate successfully in a field environment.
Conservation Condition Report (50%): This report will include an archaeological overview of the artefacts, their condition, and brief recommendations for a conservation treatment for the archaeological artefact.
Programme Structure
Course content:- This course is an intensive introduction to materials science; deterioration processes in marine environments; pre-disturbance conservation surveys; in-situ conservation and stabilisation; recovery, initial storage, stabilisation and transportation of artefacts; and refers to storage and display of conserved artefacts. It is designed to provide participants with a general theoretical and practical background to archaeological conservation. It should also equip archaeologists with the appropriate conservation knowledge and skills necessary for the effective management of submerged cultural heritage.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Archaeology Marine ScienceAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Who should attend?
- There are no prerequisites for this short course and we welcome applications from people of all nationalities and anyone over the age of 18. Moderate levels of fitness will be necessary for some components of this short course.
Tuition Fee
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International
3000 AUD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3000 AUD for the full programme during 5 days. -
National
1850 AUD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1850 AUD for the full programme during 5 days.
Living costs for Adelaide
1328 - 2474 AUD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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