The School of Engineering at the University of Vermont (UVM) has been exploring the addition of heritage preservation engineering modules to its existing curriculum. NCPTT and the Getty Conservation Institute hosted a colloquium in June 2009 to identify curricular additions for a program focused on the engineering evaluation and remediation of heritage structures. The colloquium focused on the quantitative techniques and methodologies applied to the engineering evaluation and remediation of heritage structures, and the challenge of ensuring that students acquire the competencies necessary to address the challenges of the market.
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As part of its on-going partnership with the Association for Preservation Technology, NCPTT sponsored a “hands-on” workshop on nondestructive evaluation (NDE) methods for historic structures. The workshop, held at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin estate in Spring Green, Wisconsin, was aimed at advanced level preservation professionals, including engineers, architects, material conservators and craftspeople.
Over three days, participants explored the concepts, theories [...]
APT and NCPTT partnered to present nondestructive evaluation methods for historic structures. The workshop provided guidance for professionals and students in the use of diagnostic nondestructive testing for historic structures. It was
intended for technically oriented graduate and practicing engineers, architects, preservation consultants, and contractors who are not familiar with this subject area.
