Students will learn the main instrumental techniques of characterization and analysis of historical materials, and they will be able to interpret the results of the different analysis and tests in order to take decisions in practical situations related to intervention in heritage. In addition, students will be able to prescribe intervention materials in heritage so as to achieve the greatest possible compatibility with the existing materials.

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.

Módulos del curso

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

Heritage

Conservation

Restoration

Archaeological Heritage

Architectural Heritage

Course Auditing