ANTH 271 - Laboratory Methods in Archaeology

2.0 Credits
“Hands on” work with archaeological materials in a laboratory setting and proper techniques of artifact preparation, identification, documentation, data collection, and curation. Analytic techniques applied to current research questions (was ANTHR 271).

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Identify common types of artifacts found in archaeological sites. This will include working with classifications and taxonomic keys to identify cultural material and various species of animals and plants derived from archaeological contexts. [REASON]
Demonstrate protocols for data collection, labeling and cataloging of archaeological artifacts. [ACT]
Demonstrate competency in gathering and/or manipulating data derived from cultural remains. [ACT]
Analyze cultural data within the context of a current research question. [EXPLORE]
Participate in at least one aspect of the development of a final archaeological field report. [COMMUNICATE]