https://www.flinders.edu.au/engage/community/short-courses/conservation-practicum
This topic provides hands-on experience in the theory and methods of conservation for maritime archaeological artefacts.
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.
When it’s run
29 January to 1 February 2024
Mode of delivery
In person, Flinders Festival Plaza Campus
Duration
4 days
Underwater Archaeology and Maritime History jobs 