ANTH 1570 - MOLECULAR ARCHAEOLOGY

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
A. An array of methodological and theoretical developments within anthropology and isotope geochemistry have promoted the use of stable isotope analysis in archaeology and biological anthropology. Isotopic analyses have brought to light new ways of seeing the past, over-turned old theories, and reopened debates that were once thought to be settled. This course will introduce you to a variety data collection and analytical methods in archaeological geochemistry, both in theory and practice. Throughout the semester, hands-on workshops will cultivate your ability to apply these techniques to a range of topics about chronology, paleodietary reconstruction, movement and migration, and trace element characterization of material culture, among others. Class meetings will also focus on discussions about the advantages and limitations of different methodological applications, and we will engage in debates so you can critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of particular case studies. By the end of the seminar, you will have a good idea of how you can creatively apply different isotopic or elemental methods to answer your own research questions.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
Course Requirements: PREQ: ANTH 0582

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