ANTH 2010 - CULTURAL RESOURCE FIELD SCHOOL

Institution:

Central Wyoming College

Subject:

ANTH Anthropology

Description:

This course provides hands-on practical training in field research methods typically emphasizing systematic surface survey methodology, use of mapping instruments, recording prehistoric and/or historic sites, controlled excavation of stratified cultural deposits, analysis of prehistoric and/or historic material cultural remains, and other tasks. Experience is gained in the context of day-to-day operations of long-term field research projects designed to locate and collect specimens, and generate records and data that will support further laboratory analysis. The student will apply skills and competencies in written and oral communications directed toward eventual publication of research results. The student will utilize new-found professional knowledge, skills and abilities will make important contributions to the research of regional history and prehistory while they are learning field methods. Through discussions and practical applications, the student will develop a thorough understanding of how their work in the field relates to the project research design. Due to the potentially sensitive nature of the findings, confidentiality is mandatory. Related workshops, tours, and discussions include plains cultural history, dating methods, zoological analysis, public archaeology. As a field methods course, in addition to contributing to the success of an archaeological research project, the student will work and live in remote locations requiring participants to safely camp and hone interpersonal skills while working and living together as a group for the duration of the project. The student will do their share of camp chores as a requirement of their participation in this course. This is a physically demanding field course requiring physical fitness for the student to walk on rough ground, occasionally while carrying heavy, awkward equipment by hand or in backpacks; dig large holes with hand tools; bend over or kneel for long periods of time; and work and live outdoors in a variety of inclement weather conditions. The student must have health insurance. Prerequisites: None. (3 lect.) (Max 9)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cwc.edu/

Phone Number:

(800) 735-8418

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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