What students need to bring

Please remember to bring work clothes/overalls and work boots (preferably steel toecaps) for practical sessions. An umbrella may be useful on the short walk to the Forge.

Day 1
Introductory Lecture. Metalwork conservation, definitions and ethics Questions and discussion

Day 2
Ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Physical/chemical properties, corrosion mechanisms Cathodic protection. Theory and practice Ferrous metals. The making of iron and its traditional uses Techniques for shaping iron, surveys Repair techniques using hot and cold processes with case studies and samples Ironwork conservation techniques

Day 3 Surface preparation and coatings Non-ferrous metals. Overview. Surfaces: patinas, corrosion assessment, cleaning Introduction to work in progress, discussion on ethics. Tour of Conservation Workshops Specifications and contract procurement

Day 4
Non-ferrous metals. Traditional manufacturing methods and uses Maintenance of metalwork Practical session in the Forge. Hot and cold repair processes. Participants may ‘have a go’ at selected techniques Discussion of techniques seen and done during the day
Issue of certificates and depart

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