GEOS 4023 - Archaeological Field Techniques

4 cr.

This is a field course introducing the basic methods of scientific archaeological investigation. Students will participate in cutting-edge archaeological research while gaining practical experience in techniques such as pedestrian survey, surface collection, geophysical survey, mapping, excavation, laboratory methods, and artifact analysis. Emphasis is placed on the examination of soils, stratigraphy, and the spatial distribution of artifacts and cultural deposits across the landscape. Instructor permission required.

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