Subject description
Students will be exposed to the methods and applications of four key components of archaeological science: geoarchaeology, geochronology, geochemistry and bioarchaeology. Students will learn how to use modern scientific methods to assess how archaeological deposits formed and may have changed over time; when archaeological objects were made and other events … For more content click the Read More button below.
Equivalence
EESC309 - Dung, Death and Decay: Modern scientific methods in archaeology
ARCH303 - Dung, death and decay: modern methods in Archaeology
EESC328 - Dung, Death and Decay: Modern scientific methods in archaeology
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Engagement hours
Contact Hours:1 x 4hr Lecture/Practical
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
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Demonstrate understanding of the geological environments, landforms, deposits, materials, and processes associated with the formation and modification of archaeological sites and how data is acquired, analysed and used to recreate the past
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Critically evaluate modern scientific techniques to suggest possible solutions to real world archaeological investigations
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Identify a variety of archaeological techniques and reflect on their application to real world situations.
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Locate, synthesise and evaluate data and literature to investigate and propose answers to an archaeological question
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Work effectively in groups; analyse results and present data clearly and concisely
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Research and present relevant scientific advancements in various formats: i) Preparing a scientific Report, ii) Presenting a Poster
Assessment details
Geoarchaeology site report
Geochronology lab book
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