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ANTH 455. Archaeology: Methods of Analysis and Interpretation


Credits 4.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 009781 Grading Basis GRD (A, F)

A review of the nature of inquiry, recent theory and the means by which archaeologist acquire, analyze and interpret their data. In addition to practical training in methods of analysis used in contemporary practice, students will gain experience in designing, conducting and reporting archaeological research. Prerequisite(s):  ANTH 195 , ANTH 197  and one upper-level archaeology elective.