Analytical Methods in Archaeology and Conservation

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Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. Conventional and advanced techniques used for artifact material analysis and artifact documentation; material analysis is the way that we study artifacts, both in structure and elemental composition; includes photography and artifact sketching, computer modeling, laser digitization, computer image photogrammetry, 3D printing and XRF elemental analysis. Prerequisite: Graduate classification in anthropology or approval of instructor.