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Paris, France - Course Descriptions - Science in Archeology

Course Information

Subject: Anthropology (ANT), Art History (ARTH)
Number: 362
Language of Instruction: English

Contact Hours and Credits

Semester Session: 45 contact hours, 3 semester credits, 4 quarter credits

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Summary

Introduces the physical, chemical, and geological techniques used by archeologists in their study of different sites. Subjects include: prehistoric and Neolithic man, skeletal remains, dating techniques, palynology, and diatoms. Students present individual research at seminars. Lab sessions include study of organic or inorganic remains and may include participation in a dig.

Full Description

Introduces the physical, chemical, and geological techniques used by archeologists in their study of different sites. Subjects include: prehistoric and Neolithic man, skeletal remains, dating techniques, palynology, and diatoms. Students present individual research at seminars. Lab sessions include study of organic or inorganic remains and may include participation in a dig.