Module #1 Introduction to Epigraphy Definition of Epigraphy, importance of studying inscriptions, and overview of the course
Module #2 Types of Inscriptions Classification of inscriptions (funerary, votive, honorific, etc.) and their characteristics
Module #3 Epigraphic Materials Types of materials used for inscriptions (stone, metal, papyrus, etc.) and their significance
Module #4 Ancient Writing Systems Overview of ancient writing systems (hieroglyphics, cuneiform, alphabets, etc.) and their development
Module #5 Deciphering Ancient Scripts Methods and techniques used to decipher ancient scripts, including the Rosetta Stone
Module #6 Epigraphy in Mesopotamia Study of inscriptions from Mesopotamia, including those of Sumerians, Akkadians, and Assyrians
Module #7 The Epic of Gilgamesh Analysis of the Epic of Gilgamesh as an example of Mesopotamian literature and epigraphy
Module #8 Epigraphy in Ancient Egypt Study of inscriptions from Ancient Egypt, including those on tombs, temples, and papyri
Module #9 Hieroglyphic Inscriptions Analysis of hieroglyphic inscriptions, including those on the Rosetta Stone and the Edwin Smith Papyrus
Module #10 Epigraphy in the Levant Study of inscriptions from the Levant, including those of the Phoenicians, Aramaeans, and Israelites
Module #11 The Alphabet and Its Development The origins and spread of the alphabet, including its adaptation by ancient civilizations
Module #12 Greek Epigraphy Study of inscriptions from Ancient Greece, including those on coins, pottery, and public monuments
Module #13 The Epigraphic Habit in Ancient Greece Analysis of the role of epigraphy in Ancient Greek society and culture
Module #14 Roman Epigraphy Study of inscriptions from Ancient Rome, including those on coins, monuments, and tombstones
Module #15 The Roman Epigraphic Corpus Analysis of the significance of Roman inscriptions for understanding ancient Roman society and culture
Module #16 Epigraphy in the Hellenistic World Study of inscriptions from the Hellenistic period, including those from the Seleucid and Ptolemaic kingdoms
Module #17 Epigraphy in the Ancient Americas Study of inscriptions from pre-Columbian civilizations, including those of the Maya and Aztecs
Module #18 Epigraphy and Archaeology The relationship between epigraphy and archaeology, including the use of inscriptions in archaeological research
Module #19 Epigraphy and History The significance of epigraphy for understanding ancient history, including the use of inscriptions as historical sources
Module #20 Epigraphy and Language The relationship between epigraphy and language, including the study of ancient languages through inscriptions
Module #21 Epigraphy and Culture The significance of epigraphy for understanding ancient culture, including the use of inscriptions to study social and religious practices
Module #22 Conservation and Preservation of Inscriptions Methods and techniques for conserving and preserving epigraphic materials
Module #23 Digital Epigraphy The use of digital tools and methods in epigraphy, including digital editing and publication of inscriptions
Module #24 Case Studies in Epigraphy In-depth analysis of specific epigraphic examples, including their interpretation and significance
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Epigraphy in Ancient Civilizations career
