Master of Architectural Conservation

A. Key Knowledge
Architectural Conservation Program graduates will develop an understanding of the evolution of conservation approaches and theories regarding the built environment and the multi-disciplinary nature of the practice of conservation. They will be able to understand, interpret, explain, analyze, assess and implement various conservation concepts and techniques within historic and archaeological settings.

Assessments
Student achievement of this learning outcome is assessed:

1. [Directly] by passing the comprehensive exam of each specific major.

2. [Indirectly] by senior surveys and by program review data and job placement rates.

B. Skills
Graduates will be able to plan, evaluate, and implement projects related to conservation of the built environment.

Assessments
Student achievement of this learning outcome is assessed:

1. [Directly] by reviewing samples of student work (working and research papers).

2. [Indirectly] by employer surveys.

Graduates will be able to undertake and investigate various research areas related to architectural conservation.

Assessments
Student achievement of this learning outcome is assessed:

1. [Directly] by reviewing samples of student work (working and research papers).

2. [Indirectly] by employer surveys.

C. Values
Architectural Conservation Program graduates will be able to assess their own strengths and weaknesses and adjust future performance in light of self-assessments.

Assessments
Student achievement of this learning outcome is assessed:

1. [Directly] by instructor evaluations.

2. [Indirectly] by student self-assessments and acceptance into leading Ph.D. programs.