Overview of principles and practices of archives preservation. Examines the physical composition of archival materials in all formats, causal agents that contribute to archival deterioration, the application of appropriate preservation and conservation methods, and various reformatting and rehousing techniques, including digitization. Explores the ways in which archivists select material for preservation, perform condition surveys, develop environmental controls, and formulate disaster planning and recovery programs. Use and access considerations are addressed, as are thetechnical aspects and limitations of various preservation options.
Instructor
Syllabus
Spring 2012
Intro to Preservation and Reformatting syllabus
Spring 2011
Intro to Preservation and Reformatting syllabus
Course Number
G57.2013
Credits
4.0
Concentration
Both Archives and Public History
Required?
No
Semester offered
Fall
Frequency
Biannually
Prerequisites
None