Society of Archivists Conservation Training Scheme

Society of Archivists Conservation Training Scheme
Chemistry Week
University of Sussex
12-15 April 2010

The Conservation Training Scheme Committee is organising an
intensive chemistry course for conservators on the above dates.
Although primarily organised for trainees on the scheme, the course
is suitable for all conservators who would like to improve their
knowledge and understanding of the chemistry of materials and
treatments.

David Dorning will be the lecturer for the week. David is a
specialist in book and paper conservation and lectures on his
research subject, materials science, at West Dean and at other
museums and institutions worldwide. The course is residential at the
University of Sussex and will include lectures and lab sessions, as
well as all meals and accommodation.

Subjects covered:

    Chemistry and Materials
    The Molecular view of Materials
    Cleaning and Organic Solvents
    Energy, Light and Environment
    Polymers, adhesives and Consolidants
    Molarity, Acids and Bases
    Paper and Acidity
    Skin Materials and Tannins
    Iron Gall Inks and Cellulose Degradation

Course fees:
    Members of the Society of Archivists UKP515
    Non-members UKP620.
Fee includes all meals and accommodation
(Course runs from 14.00 on 12 Apr 2010 to 17.30 on 15 Apr 2010)

Booking:  Please contact the Society of Archivists
<membership<-at->archives<.>org<.>uk>

or visit

    <URL:http://www.archives.org.uk>

Sarah Lewery
Secretary, SoA Conservation Training Scheme


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