Conservation: Conservation of Inorganic Material
Code: KXA24S1
- Degree title
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts
- Credits
- 240 ects
- Duration
- 4 years (240 cr)
- Start semester
- Autumn 2024
- Teaching language
- Finnish
Descriptions
The conservator’s task is to ensure the preservation and sustainable use of cultural heritage. Conservation encompasses all the activities with which the decay of cultural heritage is slowed down or prevented. If necessary, conservation can be supplemented with restoration.
Conservators work as specialists responsible for conservation and preservation of cultural heritage in cooperation with other specialists of the cultural heritage field. Conservators often work in teams, and therefore cooperation skills and flexibility are an integral part of the professional skills of a conservator. Conservators work in museums, conservation centers, archives, libraries, foundations, conservation projects and universities, or as independent conservation entrepreneurs.
The degree program in Conservation is phenomena based and consists of supportive studies, material studies and studies in conservation. Compulsory to all students common studies consist of the basic studying and learning skills, language studies, entrepreneurship studies and theoretical and methodological studies. The structure of learning path is based on the professional competencies. The professional studies in conservation include project studies with emphasis on the cooperation with the working life.
The skills are based on the general competences related to conservation/restoration, including the pan-European requirements for the profession (see European Network for Conservation-Restoration Education and ICOM). As the Metropolia UAS is the only university in Finland offering conservation education, the international cooperation is an essential part of the studies in conservation. In practice, this means long-term student exchange, work placement periods and short-term study trips abroad.
The bachelor´s thesis is an independent study project during the final year of studies made usually for the working life and consists of an advanced professional project and theoretical thesis on it.
In addition to manual skills, conservators possess good theoretical, technical and scientific competences and good problem-solving skills. A conservator can analyze the properties and behavior of different materials related to her/his work. A conservator knows the characteristics of different materials related to cultural heritage and conservation and is able creatively solve problems and develop methods concerning conservation. A conservator knows the global issues and trends in the field of cultural heritage and recognizes the effect of technological development on his/her work, tasks and goals. A conservator is able to apply the principles of sustainability taking into consideration the global responsibility of her/his actions.
Development
The contents of the studies are reviewed on a yearly basis and the professional development in each subject area is followed. Also suggestions and requirements coming from the working life are incorporated into studies as much as possible. Curriculum is presented to the conservation working life advisory committee.
Professional studies include working life projects from museums, parishes, etc. Cooperation with National Board of Antiquities and conservation companies is continual. Final theses are linked to the working life.
Further information
Opetussuunnitelma on uusi.
Tutkintovastaava: Kirsi Perkiömäki
Sisältö: Heikki Häyhä
Ylläpitäjä: Katri Laitinen
Objective
Documentation, collection management, conservation skills and theory, contextual knowledge, material science, sustainable development and ethics.
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| Code | Name | Credits (cr) | 2024-2025 | 2025-2026 | 2026-2027 | 2027-2028 | Autumn 2024 | Spring 2025 | Autumn 2025 | Spring 2026 | Autumn 2026 | Spring 2027 | Autumn 2027 | Spring 2028 | 1. / 2024 | 2. / 2024 | 3. / 2025 | 4. / 2025 | 1. / 2025 | 2. / 2025 | 3. / 2026 | 4. / 2026 | 1. / 2026 | 2. / 2026 | 3. / 2027 | 4. / 2027 | 1. / 2027 | 2. / 2027 | 3. / 2028 | 4. / 2028 |
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| KXA24S1-1001 |
Orientative Studies
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45 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR74 | Orientation | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR75 | Introduction to Conservation | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR76 | Intoduction to Archaeology | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR77 | Conservation Documentation I | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR78 | History of Art and Culture | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR79 | Professional English | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR80 | Professional Swedish | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR81 | Business Planning and Professional Communication | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR82 | Research Methodology and Scientific Communication | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KXA24S1-1002 |
Basics of Professional Studies
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40 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR83 | Conservation Methodology and Ethics | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR84 | Museology | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR85 | Documentation in Conservation II | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR86 | Introduction to Technology and Assemblages | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR87 | Chemistry 1 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR88 | Chemistry 1 Advanced Course | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR89 | Chemistry 2 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR90 | Analytical Research Methods | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KXA24S1-1003 |
Professional Studies
(Choose all ) |
85 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR91 | Corrosion of Metals | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR92 | Conservation of Ceramics and Glass | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR93 | Conservation of Metals | 10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR94 | Conservation of Archaeological Materials | 10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR95 | Organic Materials, Properties and Ageing | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR96 | Inorganic Materials, Properties and Ageing | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR97 | Conservation of Organic Materials | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR98 | Conservation of Waterlogged Archaeological Materials | 15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FR99 | Modern Materials | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FS00 | Conservation Project I | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FS01 | Conservation Project II | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00DZ39 | Multidisciplinary Innovation Project | 10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KXA24S1-1004 |
Elective Studies
(Choose ects: 15) |
15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KXA24S1-1005 |
Internships
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30 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FS02 | Internship I | 15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FS03 | Internship II | 15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KXA24S1-1006 |
Bachelor's Thesis and Advanced Professional Project
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25 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00EL75 | Planning of the Thesis Work | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00EL76 | Implementation of the Thesis Work | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00EL77 | Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| KX00FS05 | Advanced Professional Project | 10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total | 240 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 45 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 20 | 25 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 10 | 10 | 12.5 | 12.5 |
Due to the timing of optional and elective courses, credit accumulation per semester / academic year may vary.
conservator::competences
Lähettäjä: Tuula Auer 4.2.2009
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AMK-tutkintoon johtavien opintojen tavoitteena on, että tutkinnon suorittaneella on riittävä viestintä- ja kielitaito oman alansa tehtäviin sekä kansainväliseen toimintaan ja yhteistyöhön. (Valtioneuvoston asetus ammattikorkeakoulusta 1129/2014, 4 §).
STRUCTURE Bachelor (A18.12.2014/1129)
Asetuksen 18.12.2014/1129 mukainen rakenne. 2 § Opintojen rakenne Ammattikorkeakoulututkintoon johtaviin opintoihin kuuluu: 1) perus- ja ammattiopintoja; 2) vapaasti valittavia opintoja; 3) ammattitaitoa edistävää harjoittelua; 4) opinnäytetyö.
ARENE 2022::UAS shared competences::Bachelor’s degree
Replaces the Metropolia's Generic Competences::Bachelor's Degree, UAS” -matrix.. Heidi Rontu/31.8.2022
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Ethics
The graduating student adheres to the ethical principles and values of their field of profession, taking the principles of equality and non-discrimination into account. |
| Introduction to Conservation |
| Intoduction to Archaeology |
| Conservation Documentation I |
| History of Art and Culture |
| Business Planning and Professional Communication |
| Conservation Methodology and Ethics |
| Museology |
| Analytical Research Methods |
| Conservation of Archaeological Materials |
| Conservation of Organic Materials |
| Conservation of Waterlogged Archaeological Materials |
| Conservation Project I |
| Conservation Project II |
| Multidisciplinary Innovation Project |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
| Advanced Professional Project |
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Proactive development
The graduating student is able to develop solutions that anticipate the future of their own field, applying existing knowledge and research and development methods. |
| Intoduction to Archaeology |
| Conservation Methodology and Ethics |
| Multidisciplinary Innovation Project |
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Internationality and multiculturalism
The graduating student is able to operate in multicultural and international operating environments and networks. |
| Introduction to Conservation |
| Intoduction to Archaeology |
| Professional English |
| Professional Swedish |
| Conservation Methodology and Ethics |
| Museology |
| Introduction to Technology and Assemblages |
| Analytical Research Methods |
| Conservation of Ceramics and Glass |
| Conservation of Archaeological Materials |
| Conservation of Organic Materials |
| Conservation of Waterlogged Archaeological Materials |
| Conservation Project I |
| Conservation Project II |
| Multidisciplinary Innovation Project |
| Internship I |
| Internship II |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
| Advanced Professional Project |
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Sustainable development
The graduating student is familiar with the principles of sustainable development, promotes their implementation and acts responsibly as a professional and a member of society. |
| Orientation |
| Introduction to Conservation |
| Intoduction to Archaeology |
| Conservation Documentation I |
| History of Art and Culture |
| Professional English |
| Professional Swedish |
| Business Planning and Professional Communication |
| Research Methodology and Scientific Communication |
| Conservation Methodology and Ethics |
| Museology |
| Documentation in Conservation II |
| Introduction to Technology and Assemblages |
| Chemistry 1 |
| Chemistry 1 Advanced Course |
| Chemistry 2 |
| Corrosion of Metals |
| Conservation of Ceramics and Glass |
| Conservation of Metals |
| Conservation of Archaeological Materials |
| Organic Materials, Properties and Ageing |
| Inorganic Materials, Properties and Ageing |
| Conservation of Organic Materials |
| Conservation of Waterlogged Archaeological Materials |
| Modern Materials |
| Conservation Project I |
| Conservation Project II |
| Multidisciplinary Innovation Project |
| Internship I |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
| Advanced Professional Project |
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Learning to learn
The graduating student recognises the strengths and development areas of their competence and learning methods, and they utilise the opportunities communities and digitalisation provide in their learning. |
| Orientation |
| Intoduction to Archaeology |
| Conservation Documentation I |
| Research Methodology and Scientific Communication |
| Conservation Methodology and Ethics |
| Museology |
| Documentation in Conservation II |
| Multidisciplinary Innovation Project |
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Operating in a workplace
The graduating student has versatile working life skills and is able to operate in work communities of their field. |
| Introduction to Conservation |
| Conservation Documentation I |
| Business Planning and Professional Communication |
| Documentation in Conservation II |
| Chemistry 1 Advanced Course |
| Analytical Research Methods |
| Conservation of Archaeological Materials |
| Conservation of Waterlogged Archaeological Materials |
| Conservation Project I |
| Conservation Project II |
| Multidisciplinary Innovation Project |
| Internship I |
| Internship II |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
| Advanced Professional Project |
| Not grouped |