M. ARCH. SEMESTER – III MAR – 303 CONTEXT AND CONSERVATION PERIODS LECTURE TUTORIAL 2 2 EVALUATION SCHEME PRACTICAL/ SESSIONAL ASSESMENT SUBJECT CREDITS TOTAL ESE STUDIO CT TA TOTAL THEORY VIVA TOTAL 0 15 35 50 50 0 50 DURATION OF THEORY PAPER 100 4 3HRS. OBJECTIVE:     Module-1 Analyze and explain the fundamental dynamics of place, ritual and context and the interactions of memory, history and relic in heritage conservation. Describe and explain the cultural, historical and philosophical basis of cultural heritage conservation, and its evolution in a city/ region. Analyze the different approaches by which one can view and ultimately understand “historic places” in a city/region Define the critical roles of authenticity, access, use and community relevance in the practice of heritage conservation . Place, Ritual, and Context    Module-2 Interconnections: Memory, History and Relics     Module-3 Heritage Seen Through Different Lenses Analyze, and explain special places as a distinct geographical, and social constructs; Analyze, and explain rituals as associated with and inscribed upon special places; and Analyze, and explain the various aspects that comprise the context of special places. Explain the interrelated concepts of memory, history and relic; Explain the difference between artifact, relic and place; Analyze and appreciate the subjectivity of personal and collective memory on our understanding of the past Recognize the significance of context, time and community in the assignment of value. Describe, explain, and analyze  the benefits and disadvantages of using the environmental approach to conservation.  the benefits and disadvantages of using the cultural landscape approach to conservation.  the benefits and disadvantages of using the economic revitalization approach to conservation.  the benefits and disadvantages of using the propaganda/nationalist approach to conservation.  the benefits and disadvantages of using the community-based or vernacular approach to conservation.  the benefits of the cultural diversity approach to conservation.  Engage in an informed discourse regarding the impacts of multiculturalism, globalization and the consumer culture on Module 4 Intrinsic Tensions: Multiculturalism, Globalism and Consumerism   heritage conservation. Identify the potential opportunities these three concepts present to conservation. Discuss the benefits of creative cities, cultural heritage and the genius of place. REFERENCE BOOKS: 1. 2. An introduction to conservation by Feildon B. M. Conservation of Building by I. H. Harvey