Programme learning outcomes
The course offers in-depth knowledge and interesting details on the formerly often used saccharide based binding media and adhesives derived from natural gums, flour, honey and sugar. It is divided up into four modules:
- History, preparation and use of the binding media
- Chemistry of the saccharides
- Historical recipes on the preparation up to early 20th century
- Practical exercises with Gum Arabic, tragacanth and starch
Required qualification of teachers/trainers in the core subjects
Research Assistant, Master of Science
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.
Students get a reduction of 20%