ANT 112 - Introduction to Archaeology

This course covers current archaeological method and theory. An examination of the major questions posed by archaelolgists and current survey, excavation, and laboratory techniques. An examination of current research on historic and prehistoric sites. Students examine evidence and practice the scientific method for data collection, analysis, and interpretatin in weekly laboratory excersises.

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

Apply methods used by archaeologists to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence and employment of data analysis or mathematic modeling.
Construct scientific data, concepts, and models in archaeology.

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