About ANTH 3965 Z1

Methods and techniques of archaeological investigation in field situations and the laboratory analysis of data. Periodic UVM offering that may occur at intervals longer than four years. Also utilized to transfer prior coursework from other institutions. Prerequisites: ANTH 1800, and one 2000-level course in Anthropology or History, or Instructor permission.

Notes

After first week, class held in the field every day; This requires skilled Arch TA professional/CAP staff, etc.; Program Fee: $300

Section Description

Learn archaeological methods and techniques investigating precontact Native American sites and archaeologically sensitive areas in and around Burlington, Vermont. A few days will be devoted to classroom instruction in archaeology to provide an orientation to methods and local culture history, while the overwhelming majority of the course will be spent doing archaeological field work at several sites and locations. Participate in archaeological investigations and learn how archaeological survey fits within a regulatory context. Study the relationship between ancient lifeways, environmental change and food systems. Contribute to unlocking the secrets of the past through this “hands-on” course.

Section Expectation

Daily attendance M-F, from 8:30-4:00. Students must be prepared with field clothes (boots recommended) and bring their own lunch and water each day. Transportation provided as part of course fee.

Evaluation

Attendance and participation are critically important to assessment and will contribute the most toward the evaluation of students' in the course. Grading also will include one written assignment due at the end of the course

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