SRS212 Archaeometry of Ceramics

3 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 4. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF FINE ARTS
CERAMICS PR.
Code SRS212
Name Archaeometry of Ceramics
Term 2020-2021 Academic Year
Semester 4. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 3 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label E Elective
Mode of study Uzaktan Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Doç. Dr. NERGİS KILINÇ MİRDALI
Course Instructor Doç. Dr. NERGİS KILINÇ MİRDALI (Bahar) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

The student will acquire knowledge of characterization methods of archaeological ceramics. In particular the student will be able to be know of History, culture and technology of ceramic findings about on different cultures. Identify the types of pottery made in Anatolia and associate with modern design

Course Content

Information about the functioning and content of the course . Introduction to archaeometry, What is Archaeometry, Role and importance of archaeometric ceramic material. The interface between archaeology,art history, and the natural and physical sciences.Raw material of archaeological ceramics. History, culture and technology of ceramic findings. Microstructural characteristics, the chemical composition and manufacturing technology. Ceramic typology and manufacturing technology.Scientific principles underlying techniques will be discussed, as well as the application to archaeological problems. Major topics include: dating; analysis and characterization of artifacts

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Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Be able to understand the importance of ceramic material in archaeometry
LO02 Be able to learn techniques for identification of archaeological ceramics
LO03 Be able to understand production technology of archaeological ceramics
LO04 Be able to learn investigation methods of glazed, unglazed, coated, polished, decorated ceramics
LO05 Be able to comment about on body composition of archaeological ceramics
LO06 They have the ability to develop Critical thinking, creative and original ideas
LO07 They have the ability to take responsibility on individual and group work effectively
LO08 Defines and reviews the problem correctly, finds creative, original and technical solutions for the problem
LO09 Be able to use effectively theoretical and practical knowledge


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Information on the functioning of the course and its content. What is Archaeometry Archaeometric scope, role and importance of ceramic material in archaeometry. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
2 The branches of science that helps to Archaeometry. The main characterization techniques used in Archaeometry. Chemical and physical analyses (SEM, XRF, XRD, DTA, Raman spectrometry, etc.) It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
3 Determination of resource exploration and production techniques and technologies. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
4 Production technologies of archaeological ceramics. Glazed, coated, decorated, polished ceramics. Compound of clay body and firing technologies. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
5 Selection of ceramic samples. Grouping and identification of samples. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
6 History and development of ceramic technology. Archaeological ceramics, Islamic ceramics and glazes It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
7 Çatalhöyük and Karatepe Ceramics. Their history, culture and technology, properties of microstructure and chemical compositions. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
8 Mid-Term Exam It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
9 Iznik tile and ceramics. Its history, culture and technology, properties of microstructure and chemical compositions It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
10 Tile production technology, tile furnaces. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
11 Laboratory work. Introducing an optical microscope. Examination under the microscope. Thin-section preparation methods. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
12 Periods of pottery finds. Ceramic finds are named according to the production methods. Typology of Ceramic vessels. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
13 Types of pots belong to Ottoman, Seljuk, Byzantine and Roman periods . Glaze-Engobe-Body properties. The samples in todays museums and Contributions to todays design. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
14 Types of pots belong to Ionian and Carian civilization, Hellenistic Period and Parthian imperium. Glaze-Engobe-Body properties. The samples in todays museums and Contributions to todays design. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
15 Types of pots belong to Urartian, Lydian, Phrygian and Hittite civilizations. Glaze-Engobe-Body properties. The samples in todays museums and Contributions to todays design. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
16 Term Exams It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)
17 Term Exams It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports)


Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria

Assessment Type Midterm / Year Impact End of Term / End of Year Impact
1. Midterm Exam 100 40
General Assessment
Midterm / Year Total 100 40
1. Final Exam - 60
Grand Total - 100


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 6 6
Final Exam 1 16 16
Total Workload (Hour) 78
Total Workload / 25 (h) 3,12
ECTS 3 ECTS

Update Time: 09.05.2025 01:12