OVERVIEW

Chemistry provides the basic knowledge for a correct understanding and interpretation of the constitution of matter (both organic and inorganic/mineral) and of its main transformation processes. Such knowledge is of substantial interest in the specific field of Cultural Heritage, as it is foundation for the proper use of those analytical techniques (applied to diverse artistic materials) which are necessary for a diagnostic approach targeted to conservation and/or restoration projects.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The primary objective of the teaching is to provide students with solid chemistry bases, emphasizing the general principles of basic topics such as: structure (atomic and molecular), nomenclature, isomerism, chemical-physical properties and reactivity. On these bases it will be possible to establish a unitary and, as far as possible, detailed and complete vision (also through exercises and laboratories) of the various aspects relating to materials of more specific interest in the field of Cultural Heritage, with regard to both diagnostics and use in modern conservation, consolidation and restoration techniques.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

Exam Board

GIOVANNI PETRILLO (President)

LAURA GAGGERO

FEDERICO LOCARDI

PAVLO SOLOKHA

LESSONS

Class schedule

CHEMISTRY FOR CULTURAL HERITAGE

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The exam is common to the two Modules and consists of an oral discussion on arguments treated during the lectures as part of the program.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Details on procedures for the preparation of exams and on the required in-depth degree of knowledge for each argument will be provided during the lectures.

The exam will be based mainly ofn the arguments treated in the lectures, aimed to the evaluation not only of the attainment, by the student, of an adequale knowledge level, but also of the possess of the ability to recall theory, applying them to real contexts. The student will be also asked to correlate and integrate knowledges from the laboratory activities whith those acquired during lectures. The ability to present arguments clearly and in a lessically correct way will also be evaluated

Exam schedule