Digital Heritage: Applications in Heritage Management (ARCL0148)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences
Teaching department: Institute of Archaeology
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: Please note that there is a limit to the number of students that can be accommodated on ARCL0148. It is essential that students who wish to take this module have sufficient background knowledge. If unsure, please consult the module coordinator
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

The module introduces students to the latest developments in the use of digital technologies for management of heritage across the world

The sessions look at different tools, software packages, approaches and outcomes by continuously linking them to realities and restrictions that are present in archaeological sites, historic buildings, museums and wider heritage management institutions.

The module is about providing students with an overview of the most recent developments and with an opportunity to put theory into practice by using digital tools. It will showcase the achievements and demonstrate the role of 果冻影院 Institute of Archaeology in this developing area, reflecting its expertise and capabilities as part of its Digital Heritage, Photographic and Geographical Information Systems 听Laboratories. The course is designed to look at the latest trends and findings, and to remain very contemporary.

Aims of the module

To provide an understanding of the processes and approaches used in digital form in order to implement value-based management, conservation and interpretation of a heritage site or object
To encourage innovative digital approaches
To develop practical and team-working skills applicable to the working world
To look at the theoretical background underpinning digital heritage and digital humanities

Learning Outcomes

Students will learn how to deploy advanced methods for documentation and condition assessment, and how to use fully digital solutions for the benefit of heritage management. The course teaches 3-dimensional recording techniques with focus on cheap and rapid tools for comprehensive modelling, analysis and monitoring of heritage sites. Subsequent integration of the data into geographical information systems and virtual environments (VR) is taught with strong considerations of wider heritage management needs.

On successful completion of the module students should be able to demonstrate:

Observation and critical reflection
Application of acquired knowledge
Written and oral presentation skills

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Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 2 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 100% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 27
Who to contact for more information: j.medrington@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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