OVERVIEW

The course explores the themes of knowledge, diagnosis, and intervention within the context of architectural heritage from historical periods that are subject to protection.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The course aims to raise students' awareness of issues and challenges related to the maintenance and conservation of historic buildings, in order to develop their ability to interact and collaborate effectively with professionals responsible for the protection and intervention of architectural heritage.

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The course is structured to enable students to:
- Know and be able to use legislative and regulatory texts related to architectural heritage;
- Analyze a building in terms of its material, morphological, and constructive components, placing them within historical contexts and archaeological stratification;
- Identify causes of degradation and instability phenomena, their possible historical reasons, and their predictable evolution over time;
- Understand the main intervention techniques to counteract the causes and effects of degradation and instability, as well as to prevent the emergence of further problems;
- Apply criteria to improve hygiene, safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency, while recognizing inevitable critical issues and conflicts with heritage conservation.

PREREQUISITES

There are no specific prerequisites, but it is helpful to have some knowledge of construction characteristics, architectural history, and the related terminology.

TEACHING METHODS

The teaching activities, all conducted in Italian, include:
- Monographic lectures and content focused on the themes outlined in the program;
- Thematic laboratory exercises centered on existing historical buildings.
These themes are approached by combining reflective discussions with practical experimentation, guiding students through the process of understanding and analyzing a historical building.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

The program covers various aspects of studying historical built heritage, from analyzing and diagnosing the built environment to exploring methods and techniques for intervening on construction elements and materials. The different topics are examined in the context of contemporary theoretical and disciplinary frameworks, as well as the regulations governing the protection, conservation, and restoration of architectural, urban, and landscape heritage. Additionally, the program explores the relationships between architecture and the natural or artificial contexts in which it is situated, along with key themes such as safety and accessibility, which are essential considerations in design decisions.

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

Musso S.F. (a cura di), Recupero e restauro degli edifici storici. Guida pratica al rilievo e alla diagnostica, Roma: EPC Libri, 2025 (The 5th updated and expanded edition is currently being published)
During the teaching activities conducted via the online platform AulaWeb, bibliographical references are provided to help deepen understanding of the topics, along with supporting materials that offer easy access to essential information. The materials uploaded to AulaWeb are intended to complement the classroom lessons and should not be considered a substitute for attending the course.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

LESSONS START

https://corsi.unige.it/en/corsi/11969/studenti-orario

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

Admission to the exam is conditional upon the completion of intermediate assignments, which must be prepared individually following the instructions provided during the course. The exam is divided into two parts: the first part involves the evaluation of the intermediate tests and generally reflects the progress made in the laboratory; the second part consists of an interview on the fundamental concepts of the course, aimed at assessing your understanding of the topics covered during the lessons and those explored in depth through the texts listed in the bibliography.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Students must demonstrate the ability to summarize and present ideas clearly, as well as the capacity to critically re-elaborate and effectively apply the knowledge they have acquired.