Hands-on experience in the theory and methods of conservation for maritime archaeological artefacts.

https://www.flinders.edu.au/study/short-courses/conservation-practicum

This topic provides hands-on experience in the theory and methods of conservation for maritime archaeological artefacts.

The 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.