AR5201 - Principles of Archaeological Investigation
Credit points: |
6 |
Year: |
2021 |
Student Contribution Band: |
Band
4
|
Administered by: |
College of Arts, Society & Education |
Please note early start date. Students must participate in field trip prior to semester
commencing.
This subject gives a theoretical and practical introduction to a series of techniques
and approaches that are employed in the design and execution of archaeological research
and cultural heritage management projects. The topics that are covered include: research
design, ethical, legal and practical aspects of fieldwork; site documentation techniques
and surveying methods; sampling procedures and approaches to data collection and management.
The subject is delivered via seminars and participation in fieldwork.
Learning Outcomes
- high level understanding of ethical issues within the discipline;
- understanding of the aims and principles of archaeological investigation in professional
contexts;
- knowledge of the application of theoretical frameworks and associated survey and data
collection methodologies in professional contexts;
- practical experience of professional archaeological fieldwork.
Subject Assessment
- Written > Project report - (50%) - Individual
- Written > Reflection/reflective task 1 - (20%) - Group & Individual
- Performance/Practice/Product > Practical assessment/practical skills demonstration - (30%) - Group & Individual.
Note:
Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process,
and in case
of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest
official information.