ANTH 377 - Archaeological Method and Theory

Units: 3
Three hours lecture per week
Prerequisite: ANTH 105
In-depth study of the methodological and theoretical foundations of archaeology. Considers the assumptions, models, and techniques archaeologists use to analyze and interpret material culture, as well as the ethical considerations of contemporary archaeological inquiry. Topics covered include research design, dating techniques, field and laboratory methods, classification and debates in modern theory. Class activities may include field and/or laboratory exercises. Formerly known as ANTH 477, changed February 2009.