Intermediate Classical Archaeology: Issues and Controversies

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course examines methodological, theoretical, and topical issues in Classical Archaeology, broadly, that is, in the archaeology of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations. Particular emphasis focuses upon directions within the discipline over the past decade. Topics discussed include the integration of archaeological, scientific, artistic, and textual evidence in the reconstruction of classical cultures; the assessment of ancient Greco-Roman ecological, social, ritual, and economic life on the basis of recovered artifacts and ecofacts; and the use of archaeological survey data to examine ancient settlement patterns. Cross-listed: CLAS-3260 (3) Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this class and CLAS-3260 | CLAS-4260. Requisite Courses: CLAS-2910 or ANTH-2260 or permission of instructor [prerequisite(s)].