Module #1 Introduction to Archaeological Field Methods Overview of the importance of field methods in archaeology and course objectives
Module #2 Research Design and Proposal Development Understanding research questions, hypothesis testing, and proposal writing
Module #3 Site Selection and Reconnaissance Identifying potential sites, conducting reconnaissance, and assessing site potential
Module #4 Permits and Regulations Understanding national and international laws, regulations, and permits required for archaeological fieldwork
Module #5 Field Equipment and Technology Overview of essential field equipment, including GPS, total stations, and geophysical equipment
Module #6 Site Survey and Mapping Techniques for surveying and mapping archaeological sites, including grid systems and mapping software
Module #7 Excavation Methods and Strategies Introduction to excavation techniques, including trenching, grid excavation, and feature excavation
Module #8 Stratigraphy and Deposit Analysis Understanding stratigraphic principles, deposit formation processes, and soil science
Module #9 Artifact Recovery and Handling Best practices for recovering, documenting, and storing artifacts in the field
Module #10 Field Recording and Documentation Importance of accurate recording and documentation in the field, including photography and note-taking
Module #11 Geophysical Survey Methods Introduction to geophysical techniques, including ground-penetrating radar and magnetometry
Module #12 Geoarchaeology and Sediment Analysis Understanding the geological context of archaeological sites and conducting sediment analysis
Module #13 Ceramic Analysis in the Field Introduction to ceramic analysis, including typology, chronology, and cultural significance
Module #14 Faunal Analysis in the Field Introduction to faunal analysis, including bone identification, taphonomy, and cultural significance
Module #15 Ethics and Cultural Sensitivity in Fieldwork Understanding indigenous rights, cultural sensitivity, and ethical considerations in archaeological fieldwork
Module #16 Field Safety and Risk Management Identifying and mitigating risks in the field, including safety protocols and emergency response
Module #17 Cultural Resource Management (CRM) and Heritage Management Understanding the role of CRM and heritage management in archaeological fieldwork
Module #18 Community Engagement and Outreach Strategies for engaging with local communities, stakeholders, and the public in archaeological fieldwork
Module #19 Data Management and Analysis in the Field Introduction to data management, analysis, and visualization in the field
Module #20 Specialized Field Techniques Exploring specialized techniques, including underwater archaeology, aerial photography, and drone usage
Module #21 Fieldwork in Challenging Environments Tackling fieldwork in extreme environments, including tropical, desert, and high-altitude contexts
Module #22 Collaboration and Teamwork in Fieldwork Effective collaboration and teamwork strategies in archaeological fieldwork
Module #23 Fieldwork Report Writing and Publication Best practices for writing fieldwork reports and publishing research results
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Archaeological Field Methods career
