Anth 430 - Geoarchaeology

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Mercyhurst University

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Description:

Geoarchaeology (archaeogeology) examines in detail the interface which exists between the fields of geology and the anthropological subdiscipline of archaeology. The purpose of this course is to acquaint the student not only with the history of the interrelationship between these academic specialties but also to document and illustrate the range of geological techniques which are useful to the contemporary archaeologist. More specifically, via lectures and laboratory work, this course will detail how geological methods may be employed in the location, excavation, and interpretation of archaeological sites and materials. Prerequisites: Geol 100, Geol 245, Geol 247. Corequisite: Geol 431/ Anth 431. 3 credits.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mercyhurst.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 824-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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