Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Book conservation: intermediate and advanced

This course is for those with some experience of book conservation. The course includes cleaning, stain removal, deacidifying and repairing of paper, sewing, cover repair (paper, cloth and leather) and board reattachment. You are encouraged to bring items to conserve. Basic tools required.

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Key course information

Dates
14/09/11 - 27/06/12

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
36 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £706
Senior fee: £706
Concession: £370

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VD201

Availability
Available
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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course will provide a theoretical and practical knowledge relating to paper conservation and book repair. Students will, through practical exercise, gain experience in the techniques to be able to conserve and restore their own items.

What topics will we cover?

The conservation of a paperback book
Why paper decays
De-acidification
Paper repair
Wet lining & lamination
Impurities in paper
Book repair
Sewing
Cloth case binding
Working on your own project

In terms 2 & 3 students will work individually on their own items, and be given practical demonstrations and workshops as new skills develop.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Demonstrate the basic skills required to restore partially decayed pages from a book.
- Understand why paper decays, and how to arrest it.
- Conserve a cloth bound book.
- Conserve a leather bound book.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is for those who have some experience of book conservation.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Each student will work on their own item (initially supplied by the tutor). Step by step instruction, demonstrations, and one-to-one practical teaching.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Yes, you will be required to purchase some materials and basic tools, (brush, scalpel and a bone folder). These can be bought once the course has started, the tutor will give details.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Further courses available at City Lit include 'Restoration of books' and 'Hand bookbinding'.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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