Intro. to Art Authentication Techniques

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2013:

The coursework is delivered by two-day sessions for each subject and there is an online portion to assist with the completion of the required essays.

Estimated total time commitment of 120 hours.

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This unit provides an introduction to conservation and analytical techniques employed in the process of art authentication. It focuses on the visual and scientific processes employed in the practical aspects of authentication. The practical applications and the process of selecting appropriate analytical techniques, including infra red imaging, x-radiography, Raman infra red spectroscopy, Fourier transform Infra Red Spectroscopy and Scanning Electron Microscopy, are discussed and the characteristics of different processes are examined.

Students who successfully complete this subject will:
• Have an understanding of the complexities, strengths and weaknesses of the application of scientific analytical procedures to the authentication process
• Understand the basic practical applications of the range of techniques covered
• Be competent in choosing the appropriate methods for specific purposes

Written work, including a laboratory workbook, totalling 4,000 words

Students will be provided with a reading pack/folder for the program. This folder will include selected readings relevant to particular topics cover in the program and presentations delivered throughout the program.

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This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

Students who successfully complete this unit will:

• Have an understanding of the complexities, strengths and weaknesses of the application of scientific analytical procedures to the authentication process
• Understand the basic practical applications of the range of techniques covered
• Be competent in choosing the appropriate methods for specific purposes