ARCH415 Conservation Methods
ARCH415 Conservation Methods
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Architecture
Nerma Omićević
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
To provide students of architecture with the basic practical knowledge needed for the work in the architectural conservation field based on the most important information concerning contemporary conservation methods and techniques.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Feilden, B. M. (2007). Conservation of historic buildings (3rd ed.). Routledge.
Additional Literature
Historic England. (2016). Drawing for Understanding: Creating Interpretive Drawings of Historic Buildings. Historic England. Bandarin, F., & van Oers, R. (2012). The historic urban landscape: Managing heritage in an urban century. Wiley-Blackwell.Teaching Methods
Face-to-face lectures
Tutorials
Class discussion
Project-based learning
Practical learning
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the course. Syllabus overview | |
| 2 | Urban and Rural Integrated Conservation Planning Principles | |
| 3 | Inventorisation methods | |
| 4 | Conservation strategies | |
| 5 | Students’ Presentations I | |
| 6 | HUL; Best Practices in Urban and Rural Conservation | |
| 7 | Reccording Methods | |
| 8 | Midterm exam | |
| 9 | Reccording Techniques - site exercise | |
| 10 | Assessing Historic Buildings, Chronological assessment | |
| 11 | Materials and Structures | |
| 12 | Pathology Investigation Methods; Forms of Reports | |
| 13 | Students’ presentations II | |
| 14 | Case studies and the Best Practices | |
| 15 | Final review |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 3
Midterm exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 3
Presentation I
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3
Presentation I
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 4 ECTS credit course corresponds to 100 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lectures
12 hours ⏳ (12 week × 1 h)
Tutorials
24 hours ⏳ (12 week × 2 h)
Presentation I
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Presentation II
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Midterm exam
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Final exam
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Home study
48 hours ⏳ (12 week × 4 h)
Final exam study
4 hours ⏳ (1 week × 4 h)
100 Total Workload Hours
4 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ARCH415] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Oct 10, 2025 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| ARCH415 | Conservation Methods | 1 | 2 | 4 | TBA | |||||
| Prerequisite | Senior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Nerma Omićević | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Wednesday: 9:30-12:00 Thursday: 9:30-12:00 |
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| nomicevic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | TBA | Assistant E-mail | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | To provide students of architecture with the basic practical knowledge needed for the work in the architectural conservation field based on the most important information concerning contemporary conservation methods and techniques. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Feilden, B. M. (2007). Conservation of historic buildings (3rd ed.). Routledge. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Face-to-face lectures, tutorials, class discussion, project-based learning, practical learning | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to the course. Syllabus overview | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Urban and Rural Integrated Conservation Planning Principles | |||||||||
| Week 3 | Inventorisation methods | |||||||||
| Week 4 | Conservation strategies | |||||||||
| Week 5 | Students’ Presentations I | |||||||||
| Week 6 | HUL; Best Practices in Urban and Rural Conservation | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Reccording Methods | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Reccording Techniques - site exercise | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Assessing Historic Buildings, Chronological assessment | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Materials and Structures | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Pathology Investigation Methods; Forms of Reports | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Students’ presentations II | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Case studies and the Best Practices | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Final review | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm exam | 1 | 40 | 1,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation I | 1 | 10 | 2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation I | 1 | 10 | 2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lectures | 1 | 12 | 12 | Tutorials | 2 | 12 | 24 | |||
| Presentation I | 3 | 1 | 3 | Presentation II | 3 | 1 | 3 | |||
| Midterm exam | 3 | 1 | 3 | Final exam | 3 | 1 | 3 | |||
| Home study | 4 | 12 | 48 | Final exam study | 4 | 1 | 4 | |||
| 0 | ||||||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 100 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 4 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 23/10/2025 | |||||||||