Certified Urban Heritage Professional – Preparation Program

Introduction to Urban Heritage

• Definition and components of urban heritage.

• Differences between architectural and urban heritage.

• Importance of heritage conservation in sustainable development.

Heritage Concepts and Values

• Historical, aesthetic, and social values.

• Understanding heritage as a cultural and economic resource.

• Role of local communities in heritage preservation.

International Charters and Regulations

• The Venice Charter and Nara Document.

• Relevant UNESCO conventions.

• National legislation and policies.

Urban Heritage Documentation

• Visual and written documentation methodologies.

• Use of photography, maps, and architectural drawings.

• Digital techniques for documentation.

Current State Analysis of Heritage Buildings

• Physical condition assessment of structures.

• Evaluation of deterioration factors.

• Use of survey and technical analysis tools.

Heritage Information Management

• Creating databases for heritage buildings.

• Archiving documents and information.

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools.

Principles and Methods of Restoration

• Difference between restoration, renovation, and maintenance.

• Traditional vs. contemporary techniques.

• Materials used in restoration processes.

Risks Threatening Urban Heritage

• Unplanned urban expansion.

• Environmental and climatic impacts.

• Neglect and misuse of heritage buildings.

Preventive and Intervention Conservation

• When to intervene in heritage structures.

• Principles of minimal and maximal intervention.

• Evaluating results post-intervention.

Adaptive Reuse of Heritage Buildings

• Concept of functional adaptation.

• Selecting suitable functions for historic buildings.

• Preserving architectural identity while ensuring sustainability.

Designing Urban Heritage Conservation Projects

• Steps for preparing conservation projects.

• Integrating cultural and architectural analysis.

• Design and execution challenges.

Integration of Heritage and Development

• Linking heritage with cultural tourism.

• Developing local communities through heritage.

• Impact studies of conservation on the urban environment.

Working Skills for Conservation Teams

• Coordination among different disciplines.

• Understanding roles and responsibilities.

• Communication skills with relevant stakeholders.

Ethics in Urban Heritage Work

• Scientific integrity and cultural respect.

• Transparency in documentation and execution.

• Respecting local community rights.

Professional Qualification and Accreditation

• Steps to obtain professional certification.

• Developing a heritage-focused CV.

• Career opportunities in both public and private sectors.