College: Vocational School

The architectural restoration specialization focuses on the preservation and restoration of historical buildings and structures. Students gain skills in historical research, materials science, structural analysis, and restoration techniques, preparing them for careers in architectural conservation, historical preservation, and cultural heritage management.

Learning Objectives:

Understand principles of architectural restoration and conservation.
Develop skills in historical research and documentation.
Learn materials science and structural analysis techniques.
Explore restoration methods and conservation of different building materials.
Analyze cultural heritage management and preservation policies.
Develop critical thinking, problem solving, and technical skills.
Gain practical experience through projects and internships.

Main Curriculum:

Introduction to Architectural Restoration - Overview of architectural restoration principles, history, and industry trends.
Historical Research and Documentation - Techniques for conducting historical research and documenting historic buildings.
Materials Science in Conservation - Fundamentals of materials science and its applications in architectural conservation.
Structural Analysis and Stability - Methods for analyzing and stabilizing the structural integrity of historic buildings.
Restoration Techniques for Building Materials - Techniques for restoring various building materials, including stone, brick, wood, and metals.
Preservation of Historic Interiors - Principles for preserving historic interiors, including finishes, decorative elements, and furnishings.
Cultural Heritage Management - Strategies for managing cultural heritage sites and preservation policies.
Sustainable Conservation Practices - Exploration of sustainable practices in architectural restoration and conservation.
Digital Documentation and Modeling - Use of digital technologies for documenting and modeling historic buildings.
Legal and Ethical Issues in Conservation - Understanding legal and ethical considerations in architectural restoration and conservation.
Portfolio Development - Creating a professional portfolio showcasing architectural restoration skills.
Practical Training - Hands-on experiences in architectural conservation companies, historical preservation organizations, or cultural heritage management agencies.
Graduation Project - Comprehensive project applying architectural restoration skills, such as creating a preservation plan for a historic building, conducting materials analysis, or creating a digital model of a heritage site.

Assessment Methods:

Analysis of architectural restoration and conservation principles
Research and historical documentation projects
Materials science in restoration projects
Structural analysis and stabilization projects
Restoration techniques for building materials projects
Historic interior preservation projects
Cultural heritage management projects
Sustainable conservation practices projects
Digital documentation and modeling projects
Legal and ethical issues in conservation projects
Portfolio development projects
Internship reports
Graduation projects and presentations

"Introduction to Architectural Restoration"
"Historical Research and Documentation"
"Materials Science in Conservation"
"Structural Analysis and Stabilization"
"Restoration Techniques for Building Materials"
"Preservation of Historic Interiors"
"Cultural Heritage Management"
"Sustainable Conservation Practices"
"Digital Documentation and Modeling"
"Legal and Ethical Issues in Conservation"
"Portfolio Development"

Basic Requirements:

Basic knowledge of architecture and history with an interest in architectural restoration.

Duration of Specialization:

Typically 4 years for a Bachelor's degree in Architectural Restoration.

Certification:

Graduates may obtain certifications such as:

Certified Historic Preservation Professional (CHPP)
Certificates in specific techniques for preservation and architectural restoration

Target Audience:

Aspiring architects, historical preservation specialists, cultural heritage managers, and professionals seeking careers in architectural conservation companies, historical preservation organizations, cultural heritage management agencies, and related fields. This specialization equips students with the technical and theoretical skills necessary to excel in architectural restoration, supporting careers in various roles within architectural conservation companies, historical preservation organizations, cultural heritage management agencies, and related fields.