Overview

This topic provides hands-on experience in the theory and methods of conservation for a wide range of sites and artefacts. The topic contains some lecture, workshop and laboratory content, as well as field trips, and will be directed towards teaching students practical conservation and management techniques in both maritime and … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Develop advanced field skills associated with the conservation of materials and sites in Australia and overseas
  • Further develop students' knowledge of ethical practice in archaeology
  • Advance students' familiarity with theoretical and political issues in site conservation and management

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Classify conservation techniques as they are used for different types of archaeological material
2.
Compare approaches to the conservation of various types of maritime heritage
3.
Recommend conservation survey techniques for maritime heritage

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Special enrolment conditions

Topic Coordinator approval is required for enrolment in this topic. Students should apply via courseadvice.hass@flinders.edu.au.