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The Examination of Transparent Coatings on Furniture and Wooden Objects

Basic information
Name of programme (original language)
Untersuchungen von transparenten Überzügen auf Möbeln und Holzobjekten
Cultural Heritage Area
Safeguarding and preservation
Programme description

The Institute's online courses differ from the usual e-learning at universities because they are used in teaching and further education and are constantly updated.

Our courses are designed so you can complete them independently. We support you in organisational and technical matters, are available for you by phone, e-mail or via the learning environment. You have an academic restorer as direct contact. She will also answer your questions about the content of the course materials, in individual cases also in collaboration with our authors. For some courses we also offer the chance to consult the authors online. An other restorer will support you with technical questions about the learning platform.

  • The courses convey basic knowledge and allow to work regardless of time and place.
  • They are illustrated with hundreds of pictures, diagrams, and multimedia components so that you can comprehend the learning content more easily.
  • With multimedia components and checkpoints, our courses are designed for supervised self-study.
  • After each chapter, there are various checkpoints which use to check your learning progress yourself.
  • Glossaries, literature references and the integration of existing internet resources complement your learning materials.
  • We will help you with content-related or technical questions.
  • After successful completion you will receive a qualified certificate.

If you would like to get a more detailed look at the places of origin of our previous learners, you can find them on an interactive world map.

Is the programme a joint degree programme?
No
Double degree
No
Joint delivery
No
Education category (HE/VET/HE-VET)
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Education format
Formal
Programme Type
Continuing Education and Training (CET)
VET qualification
Certificate
One time event or regular basis
Programme takes place on a regular basis
Frequency
Twice a year
Last time it the programme took place (start date)
Number of annual graduates of the programme
150
Statistics / Formal status
Core function
Preservation and Safeguarding
Supplementary functions
Engagement and use
Characterization of the E&T programme
Credit system
Do not know
Student work load (hours)
40h
Contact hours comments

Self-study course, completely online

Duration
8.00
Weeks
Weeks
Study format
Part-time
Are there access requirements?
No
Teaching language
English
Teaching language (other)
The course is also available in German
Programme learning outcomes

This course emphasizes a practical approach to coatings examination, from overall inspection techniques to spot analysis. The course covers:

  • observation with visible and ultraviolet light
  • solubility tests
  • examination of cross-sections
  • microchemical tests
  • histochemical staining methods

Useful tips are provided for the use of specific equipment and facilities. Health and safety issues are also addressed. In addition, the course conveys fundamental information about the primary materials used in different types of coatings, their chemical and physical properties, as well as factors influencing deterioration and surface phenomena.

Is there a mandatory (external) practical training?
No
Mode of delivery of education / training
Online
Required qualification of teachers/trainers in the core subjects

Research Assistant, Master of Science

Quality assurance obligations of the programme/institution
Yes
Description of quality assurance obligations of the programme / institution

The quality of the programme is ensured with voluntary measures. Any update and correction requests of the authors will be incorporated into the courses as quickly as possible. We also incorporate suggestions and requests from our participants wherever possible. The technical functionality of the courses and the integrated content and links are checked regularly.

Tuition cost

198,- Euro English Course

179,- Euro German Course

Course fees

Are grants available?
Yes
Notes, comments

Students get a reduction of 20%