Field Methods in Archaeology Credit Hours: 6 Archaeological reconnaissance, survey, excavation, laboratory preparation and analysis of collected materials. Non traditional format: This course is taught in the field at an archaeological site, followed by laboratory preparation and analysis of collected materials. During the summer, contact hours can exceed four hours per day, five days per week. Students apply academic knowledge gleaned from lectures and formal instruction to archaeological sites and contexts. Students are mentored by faculty in the principles and practice of archaeological research design, data collection, and analysis. Their work in this course contributes directly to the discovery and formation of new archaeological knowledge. Semester Offered: Summer Level: Undergraduate
