C Field Course in Archaeology II

Catalog description

Term hours: 18 lecture and 108 laboratory. This course provides intermediate level practical experience in field archaeology. Students will be expected to build on the skills introduced in ANTH 231 C through a combination of lectures and laboratory hours in a fieldwork setting. This class provides a more advanced understanding of site survey, archaeological methods, laboratory analysis, local prehistory and museum preparation, with an emphasis on the curation and analysis of specific artifact types. Students are also expected to mentor students in the co-occurring ANTH 231 C in the field by modeling introductory skills in a field setting. Completion of ANTH 232 C is intended to prepare students for entry-level positions in Cultural Resource Management. (CSU)