ANT 508 - Environmental Archaeology

Students will be introduced to the analytical techniques that are commonly used in the archaeological study of past environments and environmental change. Topics to be covered include archaeological soils, preservation conditions, the reconstruction of past climates and landforms, and the analysis of plant and animal communities from archaeological evidence. In semesters when this course carries more than three credits, requirements will include a substantial research project.

Prerequisite(s): ANT 103 or GYA 300 or permission of instructor.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

Course Typically Offered:
Course Type: Anthropology