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 303 . Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for ANTH 503 if student has credit for ANTH 303 .
Prerequisites & course information
Short Title: ARCHAEOLOGICAL SCIENCE Department: Anthropology Grade Mode: Standard Letter Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory Credit Hours: 3 Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students. Course Level: Graduate
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026–2027