HP 613 - HISTORICAL STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS AND BUILDING MATERIALS

College of Design

Credits: 3

HP 613 will provide an in-depth examination of current methods and technologies used in the conservation of historic materials and structural elements. This course will also examine the materials and methods of construction used in historic structures in Europe and the United States. The investigation of historic structural systems will include an examination of the technology available and the progressive changes in technology and how it impacted construction methods. The analysis of existing regional structures and the conservation methods used to preserve them will be a key component to the class. These investigations will be carried out using a number of methods including research, identification, analysis, problem-solving remediation and writing.

Prerequisite(s):
Prereq: HP 601.
Approved for Distance Learning.