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2024 Fall > GRAD > anth > anth 640

Archaeological Methods and Analysis

Course #: anth 640

Description:
This course introduces the practice of historical archaeology in the laboratory and in the field through considerations of research design, methodology, material culture, and technical analyses of archaeological remains. The first portion of the course will involve discussions and readings on research design, field methodology, and sampling and recovery. The remaining segments will cover material culture and technical analyses in the laboratory, with a focus on ceramics, metal, glass, stone, plant remains, animal remains, and conservation techniques. The latter component of the course will be strongly devoted to hands-on, practical training in laboratory techniques and material identification.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-req = Graduate degree student or permission of instructor

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 1783 W
4:00 - 6:45 pm
Landon,David B M01-0503 Archaeol Teachng Lab
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/03/2024 - 12/13/2024
Capacity: 15
Enrolled: 1
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = Graduate degree student or permission of instructor
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