OVERVIEW

The course provides the foundations for subsequently undertaking complex analyses in the archaeology of architecture.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The aim of the course is to provide students with working methods and operational tools to analyze and understand the main materials of historical buildings: stone, brick, wood, mortar, metals. Each material will be read within its own production cycle, thus allowing a deeper understanding of good characteristics or vulnerabilities and limits of use. The “construction” system will also be analyzed as a whole, thus allowing students to understand the different ways in which buildings function (and deteriorate) starting from the main construction elements (vaults, floors, systems, finishes, etc.).

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The educational objectives are to identify, understand, and analyze traces of workmanship on historical materials. Learning outcomes include conducting critical analyses of architectural artifacts made from various materials.

PREREQUISITES

there are no prerequisites

TEACHING METHODS

Lectures, site inspections, and guided tours of historic architecture.

Grading criteria: 1: assessment of knowledge acquired regarding historic materials used in historic buildings; 2: clarity of presentation; 3: completeness of information.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

The syllabus will be provided in class.

For the syllabus for non-attending students, please contact the instructor.

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

D. Pittaluga, Questioni di Archeologia dell'Architettura e Restauro, ed, ECIG, Genova 2009

D. Pittaluga, Mensiocronologia dei mattoni , ed. ECIG, Genova 2009

PDFs of these texts and further information will be provided during class.

Non-attending students should contact the instructor.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

LESSONS START

30/9/2026

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy