AR3203 - Archaeological Excavation and Analysis
| Credit points: | 06 |
| Year: | 2007 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 1 |
| Administered by: | School of Arts & Social Sciences |
This subject will introduce students to the major methods of archaeological excavation, artefact analysis and interpretation and examine the proper modes of presenting data and producing an archaeological report. This will be achieved through a series of seminars, laboratory workshops and practical exercises.
Learning Outcomes
- participate in the analysis and interpretation of an archaeological assemblage;
- learn how to compile and produce a professional archaeological report;
- learn the major methods of archaeological excavation, artefact analysis and interpretation;
- acquire knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
Graduate Qualities
- The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
- The ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area;
- The ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
- The ability to access and employ online technologies effectively.
| Prerequisites: | AR2201 |
| Inadmissible Subject Combinations: | AR3201 |
Availabilities | |
| Townsville, Internal, Study Period 2 | |
| Census Date 31-Aug-2007 | |
| Coord/Lect: | Dr Nigel Chang. |
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| Assessment: | other exams (50%); (50%). |
Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.