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| ANTH 58900 - Archaeology And Materials Science |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course provides instruction in the methods and theories used by archaeologists and materials scientists to study ancient and historic technology. The course focuses on the analysis and interpretation of archaeological artifacts and provides opportunities for hands-on learning. Typically offered Fall Spring.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Laboratory, Lecture All Sections for this Course Offered By: College of Liberal Arts Department: Anthropology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1) gain a more nuanced understanding of, and appreciation for, contemporary technology and materials science, 2) understand the historical development of theory in anthropology and archaeology related to the study of technology, 3) understand the role of materials science in contemporary archaeological studies, 4) be able to critique the application of scientific and materials science methods to the analysis of archaeological material through a discussion of case studies, 5) demonstrate the ability to write a research proposal that incorporates the use of materials science in investigating past technology, 6) understand the relationship between Culture and Technology and appreciate the impact of this relationship on the environment and issues of sustainability. |
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