Hidden Lives and Times: Scientific Techniques to help us understand the Significance of Buildings

9 May 2013
Oxford

Oxford University, Dept for Continuing Education

Buildings are more than what you see. This course explores scientific techniques to aid dating and to find hidden features using non-destructive means. It is set against the very practical background of needing to understand the significance of buildings in the developing and changing world of heritage management. The subjects covered will include practical requirements for dendrochronology, dating bricks, mortar and hearths, non-destructive and in situ analysis of glass, moisture content as a dating method, paint analysis and the use of t-rays and infra-red thermography to find hidden features. The course will be of interest to anyone involved in the planning process, management or research where an understanding of the history and development of buildings is required.

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