Preservation of Archival Records

Overview of the considerations, priorities, and methods that archival professionals and repositories use when preserving records in all formats, including the principles and ethics of preservation within the context of an archival repository. Examination of the physical characteristics of analog and digital formats. Discussion of risks that cause degradation, such as poor environment, theft, and damage from disasters. Strategies to protect collections including environmental control, security, disaster preparedness, reformatting and digitization, storage and handling, conservation treatment, and preservation planning. Emphasis on integrating preservation principles into all archival functions. Sample syllabus