ANTH 345 - ArchaeologicalFieldMethodsandLab

Institution:

Shepherd University

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Description:

A study of theories, methods, and techniques of archaeology as applied to analysis of environmental impacts on historic and prehistoric sites. This includes the use of social scientific techniques for mitigating the impacts of planned changes to the physical or cultural environment such as site survey, excavation techniques, laboratory techniques, and artifact analysis. This course will provide valuable knowledge on the techniques of data collection used in the study of cultural groups, with these techniques applied to environmental impact statements, urban planning, and resource management. This is predominantly a fieldbased and laboratorybased course.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

WWW.SHEPHERD.EDU

Phone Number:

(304) 876-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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