Giving History a Face Lift ... a Monument Restoration Story !!!

General description

Being an ancient monument is not an easy job, indeed...

You have to stand there, still and proud as can be for centuries upon centuries … and I’m sure you all know that time is never kind on anything it touches…

But what to do??? I mean, your job is to be there!, always standing!, impressive!, dominant!, beautiful!, ever lasting! …

But how??? Come to think of it, people have cosmetic surgeries done on them all the time… why a nose job on you is easier than a column job on me??

Everyone goes on about how you don’t look like you once did, about how great you once were, but a monument can’t ever go back to its original state… Or can it???

Come and find out… in Athens… while Giving History a Face Lift… and learn a Monument Restoration Story …

Academic information

Content and topics:

Mechanical applications in the study for the mechanical compatibility of the materials that can be applied in the preservation and restoration of monuments.

Learning goals and objectives:

Through classes, laboratories and of course visits to the actual places we will try to understand the basic principles needed for restoring the Ancient Monuments that have undergone several amount of stress and mistreatment throughout the years.

Examination type:

written exam

ECTS credits issued:

Not known yet

Information for applicants

Selection criteria:

motivation letter

Practical arrangements

All of the following are covered by the event fee:

Lodging:

University Dormitories

Meals:

University restaurant

Transportation:

public transport, though private buses will be used for the visits