ANU - STUDYAT - Landscape Archaeology

Offered By:	School of Archaeology & Anthropology
Academic Career:	Graduate Coursework
Course Subject:	Archaeology
Offered in:	First Semester, 2010
Unit Value:	12 units
Course Description:	This course examines the theory and practice of recording and interpreting archaeological sites in their landscape setting. This is an integrated practical course and therefore it involves compulsory field work. These techniques will be taught through a focus upon the landscapes of the nineteenth century European occupation of New South Wales: rural, urban and industrial. In order to interpret the landscape features observed, attention will be given to: site identification; the methods and problems of site recording and mapping; drawing and presentation of results; an understanding of nineteenth century technology; the landscape as a document of sequent occupance Project field work and the preparation of a major report will form the focus of graduate assessment.
Learning Outcomes:	Students will acquire an understanding of the archaeological methods and theories that are used to develop models of past landscape use. Demonstrate knowledge of key facts, issues, concepts and theories in the course; Demonstrate an awareness of the nature and consequences of human interactions with natural ecosystems and cultural heritage Execute field investigation involving site identification, survey, recording, analysis of data (including numerical analyses where appropriate) and interpretation of results.
Indicative Assessment:	In consultation with the lecturer
Course Classification(s):	TransitionalTransitional courses are designed for students from a broad range of backgrounds and learning achievements, which provide for the acquisition of generic skills; or an informed understanding of contemporary issues; or fundamental knowledge for transition to Advanced or Specialist courses.
Areas of Interest:	Archaeology
Preliminary Reading:	Aston, M. and Rowley, R. Landscape Archaeology: an introduction to fieldwork techniques in post-Roman landscapes, David and Charles, 1979. Connah, G. (ed.) Australian Field Archaeology: a Guide to Techniques, 3rd ed, AIAS, 1983. Connah, G. The Archaeology of Australia's History, Cambridge UP, 1993.
Majors/Specialisations:	Archaeology, Forensic Anthropology, Archaeology, and Forensic Anthropology
Academic Contact:	Dr Gail Higginbottom

Landscape Archaeology ARCH6017 - Details