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Application
To apply for the course please download the application and
send to the coordinator by post, or log-in and apply electronically.
The programme
If you go round any of our old towns and villages you can easily realise that the conservation and conversion of town houses and ‘houses of character’ has picked up a strong momentum. Although there is widespread interest in this activity and on the need of rehabilitating these houses, one cannot say that all conversions and practices applied in the process are guaranteeing their conservation for future generations. Few evaluate what materials are being used in their restoration and whether these materials are compatible with the existing fabric. Few realize that both the hacking and sand blasting of masonry surfaces is actually ruining these buildings not just aesthetically but also physically.
One may ask: What are the best pratices? What materials should be used to restore these houses? How shall we expose the masonry work? How shall we clean the facades?
The Institute of Conservation and Management of Cultural Heritage (ICMCH) of Heritage Malta (HM) felt the need to professionally help all those who are working in this field, those who own a town house or ‘house of character’ and those who are in the process of buying one to safeguard this built heritage. ICMCH is organising a Certificate Course in Caring for Historic Houses for the general public that explains in layman’s terms how one can look after such heritage.
The course will help participants to appreciate better the urban development of our old towns and villages and the architectural development within them. It will also give guidance on the best practices which are to be used in the conservation, restoration, rehabilitation and use of these houses. This will give better knowledge on what is possible to do yourself and when the professional needs to be called in.
Through the various sessions participants will receive authoritative and practical advice for the best care of this architectural heritage.
The 10-hour course will take place at Heritage Malta’s Head Office in Merchants Street on Thursday 22nd, Tuesday 27th and Thursday 29th May, and Tuesday 3rd and Thursday 5th June between 1800 and 2000 and will be delivered by experts who have been professionally trained in the field and who have several years of experience. The final session will be held on site in Zejtun. This course is sold out but will be repeated on the following dates: 17th, 19th, 24th June and 1st, 3rd July. The lecture topics are as follows:
| Session 1: |
Historical overview of the development of Maltese urban areas
Appreciation of Maltese architecture |
| Session 2: |
Ethics of conservation
The importance of values
Philosophies and methodologies
Conservation, restoration, rehabilitation and reuse
When to restore and why
Case studies |
| Session 3: |
Introduction to structural hazards
Case studies showing structural interventions
Identification of the limitations and restrictions of living in a historic house
Examples of sensitive and intelligent solutions for addressing the problems of
dampness, introducing light/ventilation and services |
| Session 4: |
How to clean stone and remove plaster/cement
Raking of mortar joints
Stone replacement
Re-pointing and recommended mixes
Deffun |
| Session 5: |
Site tour to Zejtun
Understanding the growth of a Maltese village
Examples of domestic and vernacular architecture
Identification of bad and good examples of treatments |
The introductory price for this certificate course is of 60 euros (50 euros for Heritage Malta members).
Since there are limited places you are advised to book your place by applying on the prescribed form and sending the course fee payable to Heritage Malta at the following address: Certificate Course in Caring for Historic Houses Institute of Conservation and Management of Cultural Heritage, Heritage Malta Bighi, Kalkara KKR1320. The closing date for applications is Thursday 15th May.
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The Introductory Course to Conservation Studies offers a fore-taste of the B.Cons.(Hons) degree course offered by ICMCH. It allows prospective
B.Cons. (Hons) students to acquire a brief but adequate idea
of the field of conservation in the eventuality that the student
might decide to seriously commit to the four-year degree course.
The Introductory course is divided into theory and practical
components.
The theory components include a brief introduction to conservation
& restoration together with an introduction to conservation
science and chemistry for conservation, history of art, history
of architecture and archaeology for conservation.
The practical components focus on line drawing technique,
chemistry and the four main areas of study offered in the
B.Cons. (Hons).
Areas of study offered are:
- Area A: Paintings and Polychrome Sculpture
- Area B: Ceramics, Glass, Metals and Stone
- Area C: Textiles
- Area D: Books and Paper
The course enables the B.Cons. (Hons) prospective student
to prepare for the Entrance Exam, which is a special requirement
for admission into the B.Cons. (Hons) degree course.
Not all those who follow the Introductory Course go on to
do the Entrance Exam. Some follow the course out of interest
in cultural heritage and conservation-restoration. In this
respect the Introductory Course educates the public in general
about conservation of material cultural heritage.
Admission
The course does not assume prior knowledge in the field of
conservation. However, applicants must have a minimum of Ordinary
level education to attend. The language of instruction is
English.
Application
To apply for the course please download the application form
and submit to ICMCH at Heritage Malta Bighi offices, or send to the coordinator by post addressed to the Course Coordinator, ICMCH Triq Missjoni Taljana Bighi Kalkara.
Course
Timetable PDF
The programme
Introductory
Course Overview PDF
Introductory
Course Catalogue PDF
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COURSE IN HISTORY AND THEORY OF CONSERVATION-RESTORATION
Admission
The programme |
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The 14-hour course provides a treatment of the history of
conservation and restoration from the Renaissance up to the
present. Particular attention is given to the birth of the
various centers for conservation and restoration in Europe
during the last century. It also treats the importance of
interdisciplinarity in the field on conservation and the necessity
of structured projects. The course treats the problem of terminology
and the understanding of terms used in different languages.
Furthermore, the historical overview will focus on paintings,
architecture, the built environment and sculpture, together
with the so-called applied arts and other kinds of material
anthropogenic objects and structures and their related intangible
cultural dimensions.
Admission
The course does not assume prior knowledge in the field of
conservation. However, applicants must have a minimum of Advanced
level education to attend.
The language of instruction is English
Application
To apply for the course please download the application and
send to the coordinator by post, or log-in and apply electronically.
The programme
Timetable
Course
programme PDF
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CERTIFICATE COURSE IN CARING FOR YOUR TREASURES
AND HISTORIC BUILDINGS
Admission
The programme
Many of us believe that unless they suffer from some natural
disaster, theft or vandalism, our treasures will last forever.
However, even though we may not realize it, everything ages
with time: paintings, ceramic, glass, metal and stone objects,
textile artefacts, books and works of art on paper; furniture
and historic buildings.
· How do our most valuable treasures get damaged?
· Is it too late to restore?
· Can I stop further decay?
· What can I do to preserve my treasures?
ICMCH organises this certificate course delivered by experts
in the field to answer these and other questions.
Learning how to care for your treasures can be one of your
best investments. Through this course you can add value to
your collections and historic buildings and you will be in
a better position to enjoy and pass on such treasures in the
future.
The Certificate Course in Caring for your Treasures and Historic
Buildings is a 21- hour course aimed at the general public
and explains in layman’s terms how one can look after
one’s treasured possessions.
The course is run in different locations to be able to reach
the needs of as many applicants as possible. Lecturers are
experts who have been professionally trained in the field
and who have several years of experience. Included in the
course fee is a start-up pack with reading/tip lists.
Admission
The course is open to the general public
Application
To apply for the course please download the application and
send to the coordinator by post, or log-in and apply electronically.
The programme
The Certificate Course in Caring for your Treasures and Historic
Buildings begins with a general introduction to Heritage Malta
and its different functions. It will then introduce general
notions relating to care of collections and historic buildings
including:
· The importance of knowing what you have;
· The effects of climate, light, moisture; ventilation,
heating, storage, handling and transport measures;
· Display;
· Housekeeping and maintenance;
· Knowing what is possible to do yourself and when
the professional conservator needs to be called in.
Through the various sessions, organised according to the
material or type of artefacts or monument, participants receive
authoritative and practical advice for the person looking
after collections and historic buildings.
Lecturers help owners and custodians recognise and deal with
the problems relating to the preservation of their artefacts
and monuments. They provide insight into how to take care
of collections and historic buildings and give tips that will
help reduce risks, and increase the value and enjoyment of
such treasures.
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CERTIFICATE COURSE IN ARCHITECTURAL
AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
Admission
Application |
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The Programme
This 14-hour course will introduce students to architectural
and archaeological sites and their conservation and preservation.
It will discuss the threats of and remedies for increasing
urbanization, environmental degradation, natural disasters,
vandalism and lack of resources for maintenance. It will also
treat the importance of the conservation of the cultural value
of these sites and the interdisciplinary approach to the conservation
of such sites. Particular emphasis will be given to authenticity
of a site/monument and how conservation can affect it. Different
conservation methods used and case studies, particular to
Malta and the Mediterranean, will be also discussed.
Admission
The course does not assume prior knowledge in the field of
conservation. However, applicants must have a minimum of Advanced
level education to attend.
The language of instruction is English.
Application
Course fee: €139.76 - Lm 60 (€69.88 - Lm 30 for students).
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