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 104-399 Computer Applications and Scientific Techniques in Archaeology

Availability

Not offered in 1998.

Credit Points

16.7 3rd year

Coordinator

Dr P Brennan

Prerequisites

Two second-year Archaeology subjects.

Contact

One lecture and one tutorial/laboratory session each week, or equivalent

Subject Description

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. 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.

Assessment

Written work (40%) and computer-based assignments (60%) totalling not more than 5000 words.



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