Course Description
Introduction to the theory and practice of cultural and natural heritage conservation and its application from a global perspective.
Athena Title
Intro Global Heritage Conserv
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall, spring and summer
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student Learning Outcomes
- A student successfully completing the course will be able to understand the theoretical basis of global heritage and its conservation.
- A student successfully completing the course will be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of key international preservation organizations and programs.
- A student successfully completing the course will be able to discuss the implementation of heritage conservation tools and techniques in a cross-section of regions and countries.
- A student successfully completing the course will be able to understand basic elements of contemporary cultural heritage for groups outside the U.S.
- A student successfully completing the course will be able to participate effectively in study abroad, internships, symposia, and other programs.
Topical Outline
- Introduction to global heritage conservation
- Evolution of heritage conservation principles and practices from ancient times to the present
- International organizations in heritage conservation
- Heritage and armed conflict
- Looting and trafficking of cultural heritage
- UNESCO World Heritage Program
- Intangible cultural heritage
- Cultural Tourism
Studies of heritage conservation practice in regions, countries, and cities which provide insight into a cross section of traditions, issues, and approaches
- USA/Canada
- Europe
- Asia/Pacific
- Middle East/North Africa
- Sub-Saharan Africa
- Latin America/Caribbean
- The widening ethic of preservation
- Paper discussions/Final exam
