Through a mix of lectures, practical sessions and demonstrations the scope and compass of course covers: What is concrete? Understanding the basic terminology and primary reasons for decay. Overview of current issues and debates for conservation-led repair of concrete including RAAC.
There will also be an off-site visit on Day 3 to look at a variety of concrete structures and different surface finishing techniques.
Please remember to bring work clothes/overalls and shoes/boots for practical sessions outdoors. An umbrella may be useful on the short walk to the Auditorium and Ruinette. If you have a high-vis jacket please bring for the site visit.
Timetable
Day 1
12.00-12.30: Arrival, course registration and check-in
12.45: Welcome talk
13.00-13.45: Lunch
14.00-17.00: Student introductions & lectures
18.30-19.30: Dinner
20.00-21.00: Evening lecture
Day 2
09.00-13.00: Lectures and practical sessions
13.00-13.45: Lunch
14.00-17.00: Lectures and practical sessions
18.30-19.30: Dinner
20.00-21.00: Evening lecture
Day 3
08.45-12.45: Offsite visit to Chichester
13.00-13.45: Lunch
14.00-17.30: Lectures and practical sessions
18.30-19.30: Dinner
20.00-21.00: Evening lecture
Day 4
09.00-13.00: Lectures and practical sessions
13.00-13.45: Lunch
14.00-15.00: Practical sessions: overview and conclusions. Reflections on best practice
15.00-15.30: Issue of certificates and depart
Please note that that the tutor may make variations in the timetable
BCM Course Leader
Catherine Croft is Director of the Twentieth Century Society, Editor of C20 Magazine, Co-editor of 'Concrete: Case Studies in Conservation Practice' (published 2019), author of 'Concrete Architecture' and contributor to the English Heritage 'Practical Building Conservation Manual on Concrete'. She has been an English Heritage Historic Buildings Inspector and a caseworker for the Victorian Society.
Residential option available. Find out accommodation costs and how to book here.
