{"id":51176,"date":"2022-07-01T08:48:04","date_gmt":"2022-07-01T06:48:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.riksantikvaren.no\/?page_id=51176"},"modified":"2025-12-02T15:05:22","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T14:05:22","slug":"the-international-course-on-wood-conservation-technology-icwct","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/riksantikvaren.no\/en\/the-international-course-on-wood-conservation-technology-icwct\/","title":{"rendered":"The International Course on Wood Conservation Technology (ICWCT)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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PROJECTS AND PRIORITIES<\/span><\/p>

Wood Conservation Course<\/h1><\/div>

The International Course on Wood Conservation Technology (ICWCT) has been organised every second year since 1984 by the Norwegian Directorate for Cultural Heritage.<\/p><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]\n\t\t\t

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ICWCT 2024<\/strong> Excursion to Borgund Stave Church. Foto: Anne Nyhamar, The Norwegian Directorate for Cultural Heritage<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t<\/figure>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The International Course on Wood Conservation Technology 2026 – Buildings and Objects of Faith<\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The course is held in cooperation with ICCROM (The International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property) and NTNU (the Norwegian University of Science and Technology).[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Collectively, buildings of faith represent some of the world’s oldest and most remarkable surviving wooden buildings, yet they often present unique challenges and complex issues associated with respecting both tangible and intangible values. In this first thematic ICWCT, we explore different approaches to the conservation and use of these buildings worldwide \u2013 both in the analysis of the exteriors as well as the often-complex interiors including wooden furniture, artefacts, sculptures and art.<\/p>\n

The course lasts 10 weeks<\/strong> and concludes with an exam giving 15 (ECT) university credits from The Norwegian University of Science and Technology if passed.<\/p>\n

The curriculum<\/strong> is structured into distinct but interconnected units covering: conservation theory and principles; properties of wood; biodeterioration, decay ,and damage caused by fungi and insects; preventative conservation and climatology; climate change and its effect on wooden cultural heritage; and the conservation of wooden objects and furniture, buildings, and structures. Successful completion of the course<\/p>\n

The online course<\/strong> uses Digit as the course platform. Teams will be used for synchronous meetings. Each week requires approximately 20 hours<\/strong> of study and coursework.<\/p>\n

During the onsite part of the course, you will experience both practical workshops and a study tour to selected heritage sites in Norway.<\/strong> As this year\u2019s course has a particular focus on buildings of faith, most of the sites we visit on the tour will reflect this.<\/p>\n

The aim of the ICWCT <\/strong>is to promote cultural understanding and research in the field of wood conservation, and to be a resource for the work of the individual participant. The course is directed towards mid-career professionals; architects, engineers, object conservators and craftsmen who have been working for some years within the field of wood conservation. 20 participants from all over the world will be admitted to the course and we also encourage Norwegian participants to apply.<\/p>\n

The working language of the course is English. A good knowledge of both oral and written English is essential.<\/p>\n

The next ICWCT will be held in two parts: <\/strong>Online teaching: March 23 \u2013 June 1, 2026 In-person in Norway: June 8 \u2013 June 24, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

How to apply to the course The application deadline is 30th September 2025. The application form<\/a> and more information can be found on ICCROM\u2019s website.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Contact information<\/h2>\n

If you have any questions regarding the course, please contact:<\/p>\n

Anne Nyhamar:\u00a0anne.nyhamar@ra.no<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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ICWCT 2024 report<\/h2>\n

Report and evaluation from ICWCT 2024<\/a><\/p>\n

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