ANTH 206 - Archaeological Field and Laboratory Methods

Institution:

College of Marin

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Description:

(3.0 Units) (No prerequisite. Two lecture and three laboratory hours weekly.) This course is designed to acquaint the student with archaeological field techniques, as well as the laboratory skills necessary for interpreting and preserving the excavated material. Students will perform experiments and exercises using the scientific method. When available, excavation will involve threatened (salvage) sites. Possible topics to be covered will include site survey, flintknapping, and lithic, faunal, shell, and ceramic analysis. May be taken four times for credit. (CSU)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.marin.edu

Phone Number:

(415) 457-8811

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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