INTRODUCTION TO ARCHAEOLOGICAL SCIENCE
This course focuses on scientific methods that are applied to the archaeological record in order to understand past human lives. Methods include geoarchaeology, taphonomy, radiometric dating, elemental and isotopic analysis, ancient proteins and DNA. Case studies cover applications of scientific methods to ancient materials including ceramics, metals, skeletal remains, and botanical remains. Labs offer hands-on experience and discussion of case studies. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: ANTH 503 . Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for ANTH 303 if student has credit for ANTH 503 .
Prerequisites & course information
Short Title: INTRO ARCHAEOLOGY SCIENCE Department: Anthropology Grade Mode: Standard Letter Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory Distribution Group: Distribution Group II Credit Hours: 3 Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students. Course Level: Undergraduate Upper-Level Prerequisite(s): ANTH 205
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026–2027