Course description
Structural Repair of Historic Buildings with Ian Hume
Location of course: West Dean College of Arts and Conservation, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0QZ
Dates of course: 13-16 September 2021
About:
This course is of special value to those who wish to gain a new perspective in applying engineering principles to the conservation of historic structures.
Various permanent repair methods which might be applied to historic buildings are discussed and there will be debate about the merits of hidden repairs against more obvious repairs. Not all historic buildings are as hazardous as they sometimes seem and we will discuss alternatives to the carrying out of repairs to apparently unstable structures.
The programme covers inspecting, monitoring and repair works ranging from pointing and grouting to tying and underpinning. It also includes practical exercises, demonstrations and trials of equipment and remedial monitoring techniques. Use will be made of case studies to illustrate various points, discussion will be encouraged and there will be opportunity for discussion in small groups to consider specific problems. There will also be a visit to the Weald and Downland Living Museum.
The course will be of value to architects, conservation officers, masons, carpenters and others involved in conservation, as well as to engineers.
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