16.7 3rd year Dr P Brennan. Two second-year Archaeology subjects or Two third-year Archaeology subjects including 104-335 Theory, Methods and Techniques in Archaeology. First semester One lecture and one tutorial/laboratory session each week, or equivalent. Students completing this subject should gain an understanding of commonly used scientific analytical techniques, including petrological and chemicals analysis relevant to archaeologists; be able to critically assess the usefulness of particular techniques for solving common archaeological problems; and develop practical skills in using specialised computer applications for manipulation of archaeological data. Lectures and practical classes dealing with the selection and application of scientific analytical techniques and archaeological problems, and interpretation of the results; acquisition of practical computer skills relevant to archaeology; approaches to site and environmental re-construction. Written work (40 per cent) and computer-based assignments (60 per cent) totalling not more than 5,000 words.