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The certificate
is comprised of seven preservation program courses and English composition. This English course is waived for anyone entering the
program with an associate degree or higher. Up
to fifteen credits of prior, related coursework may be presented for inclusion in the
certificate program. There is no prerequisite
for any course, and no prescribed sequence. Courses
are accepted for transfer by George Mason University.
All courses are offered by nationally prominent preservation professionals, each
teaching within their specific field of expertise. Guest
lecturers and site visits are standard features of all courses.
Course syllabi
are offered in a PDF format; you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view. Click here for a free download
of Acrobat Reader.
Students are required to complete at least five courses from the eight "core" preservation courses: His 180, 181, 183, 186, 187, 188, 198, 199. These courses are described in brief below. For further information on the courses please examine their most recent syllabus.
| HIS 180 |
Historical
Archaeology |
Fall |
Introduces both the methods and theories
of historical archaeology as practiced in the U. S. and worldwide. Includes time and space, field survey, excavation,
and archival and laboratory research. Dr. Clark
Course Syllabus |
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| HIS 181 |
History and Theory of Preservation |
Spring |
Provides a foundation and introduction to
historic preservation practices and issues in Virginia and the United States. Emphasizes legislation, policies, and
methodologies forming national, state, and local preservation systems. Includes specific treatment of Northern Virginia
localities.
Prof.
Sprinkle
Course
Syllabus |
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| HIS 183 |
Survey of Museum Practice |
Fall |
Explores the role of the museum in society
and traces foundations on which these cultural and educational institutions are built. Emphasizes the management and interpretation of
properties and collections. Prof. Henry
Course
Syllabus |
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| HIS 186 |
Collections Management |
Spring |
Discusses the fundamentals of collections
policy, deaccessioning, appraisal, and curatorial management. Prof.
Niccolls
Course
Syllabus |
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| HIS 187 |
Interpreting Material Culture |
Summer |
This course will use
hands-on activities, readings, visits to museums and historic
sites, and active discussion to shed light on our understanding
of the past through the study of material culture. Prof. Gillespie
Course
Syllabus |
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| HIS 188 |
Field Survey Techniques in Archaeology |
Summer |
Provides an in-the-field introduction to
basic techniques of archaeological investigation. Includes
methods to identify and record sites and standing structures, to nominate sites to the
National Register of Historic Places, and to interpret relevant preservation laws. Dr.
Clark
Course
Syllabus |
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| HIS 198 |
Advanced Field Techniques |
Spring/Summer |
| Available to those who have completed HIS
188 or possess background sufficient to work independently or in supervision of novices. Dr.
Clark |
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| HIS 199 |
Supervised Study/On-Site Internship |
Fall/Spring/Summer |
| For students at or approaching completion
of their studies in the program. Provides
supervised, on-site experience under the direction of a professional mentor at area
museums, sites, and agencies.
Prof. Porter |
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| Elective Courses |
| Some courses outside the certificate
curriculum may appeal to individual students, depending on their interests, background,
and goals. Any two of the following
NOVA-Loudoun courses may be taken in lieu of certificate courses, with the approval of the
program head: |
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IDS 109 |
Styles of Furniture
& Interiors |
Spring |
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HRT 120 |
History of Garden Design |
Spring |
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IDS 235 |
Antiques |
Summer |
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HIS 193 |
Pre Historic
Archeology
Course
syllabus |
Spring |
| HIS 205 |
Local History
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Spring |
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HIS 279 |
Age of the American
Revolution
Course syllabus |
Spring |
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HIS
281 |
History of Virginia I
Course syllabus |
Fall |
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HIS
282 |
History of Virginia II
Course syllabus |
Spring |
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HIS 182 |
Oral History Techniques
Course syllabus |
Fall |
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GIS 200 |
Geographic Info
Systems |
Spring |
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PLS 136 |
State & Local
Politics |
Spring |
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HIS 298 |
International
Preservation
Course syllabus |
Fall |
Questions on this
page contact: Dr. David Porter
This page last updated:
August 30, 2011
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