Monument Preservation - Theory and Practice

The course brings an introduction to the Philosophy, Ethic, Methods and Practices of Conservation of Monuments, Historic Buildings, Urban Ensembles and Landscapes in their historic development and current state. It gives the Basic Information on Historical and Archaeological Survey and Documentation of Monuments, their Listing and Legal Protection in the Czech Republic. The current state of Conservation Practice inclusive the Technological aspects will be demonstrated on the selected illustrative cases. Attention will also be payed to the International context and collaboration in these fields. 

THE INTRODUCTORY COURSES ARE FOLLOWED BY INDOOR AND OUTDOOR EXCURSIONS 
AND VISITS TO MONUMENTS IN THE CENTER OF THE CITY OF PRAGUE.