AR449 Excavation and Research Methods in Prehistoric Archeology I

4 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 7. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Code AR449
Name Excavation and Research Methods in Prehistoric Archeology I
Term 2022-2023 Academic Year
Semester 7. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 4 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Öğr. Gör. CHRISTOPHER MEDWIN EDENS
Course Instructor Öğr. Gör. CHRISTOPHER MEDWIN EDENS (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)
Doç. Dr. BAKİYE EDENS (A Group) (Asst. Ins.)


Course Goal / Objective

Comprehending the relationships between (1) the ways in which archaeological sites form, (2) research questions, (3) appropriate methods and techniques for finding and excavating sites.

Course Content

Basic concepts and goals of prehistoric archaeology; geomorphological, taphonomic, anthropogenic and other factors in archaeological site formation; different approaches to discovery and excavation of different kinds of sites.

Course Precondition

None

Resources

The assigned articles should be read.

Notes

The assigned articles should be read.


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Understands basic procedures and goals of prehistoric archaeology
LO02 Explains the concepts of site formation, stratigraphy, context and assemblage
LO03 Explains natural forces of site formation (deposition, erosion, diagenesis, bioturbation ....)
LO04 Explains human forces of site formation (construction, trash deposition,pit digging .....)
LO05 Explains different methods of site discovery (mound survey, systematic surface survey, remote sensing ....)
LO06 Interprets with the concept of diagnostic artifact, and regional settlement patterns
LO07 Distinguishes excavation methods and techniques suitable for different kinds of archaeological sites
LO08 Explains relations between site formation, stratigraphy and kinds of contexts
LO09 Understands different specialist required for excavation and analysis of prehistoric sites


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the scientific results and problems of archaeology with advanced knowledge of scientific and application areas of archaeology. 5
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Gains knowledge of scientific research methods and principles by accessing current course materials, practical course tools and materials of archaeology. 5
PLO03 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Knows the research methods and techniques applied in the field studies of archaeology. 5
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Reaches the level of professional competence to conduct scientific investigations and researches. 5
PLO05 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği To have knowledge about the application areas of archaeology and to interpret and apply the knowledge gained. 5
PLO06 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik To have scientific thinking, critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving skills. To be able to use these skills in appropriate methods and techniques within the profession of archaeology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs. 5
PLO07 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Uses the social and practical knowledge acquired in the professional field in the best way. 4
PLO08 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Conducts theoretical and applied archaeological research. 5
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Plans methods and techniques related to interdisciplinary team work, develops application skills and uses these gains for community service. 5
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği To be able to take responsibility individually and as a team member in solving problems related to the field. 4
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Gains personal development by planning the work and scientific activities of himself/herself and team members. 4
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Improves himself/herself by evaluating his/her achievements related to his/her field. 4
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Have the awareness of lifelong learning and research. 3
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Manages the learning needs and processes of the employees he/she is responsible for. 4
PLO15 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Effectively share their knowledge and skills in the field with experts and non-experts and institutions. 4
PLO16 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik To be able to use information and communication technologies effectively and share solution proposals related to the field with individuals and institutions.
PLO17 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Uses documentation materials (plaster-latex copy mold materials, cameras, technical drawing and measurement materials, Gps space-based satellite navigation, level, theodolite, etc. devices), communication skills, information and information technologies at a professional level in individual and team work.
PLO18 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Students will be able to express their thoughts and feelings effectively both orally and in writing (European Language Portfolio B1 General Level).
PLO19 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik In addition to professional development, it continuously improves itself with the principle of lifelong development in scientific, social, artistic, cultural and sports fields for its individual development.
PLO20 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Researches, interprets, solves problems related to the field, shares and publishes them with relevant institutions by considering ethical values.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Goals of the semester; basic goals of prehistoric archaeology the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
2 Basic concepts: time and space; artifact/site/region the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
3 Artifacts and other finds (fauna, botanicals, etc) the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
4 How sites form: geomorphology, taphonomy, human activity the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
5 How sites form: sedimentation and erosion the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
6 How sites form: disturbance, alteration, diagenesis the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
7 How sites form: stratigraphy and context the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
8 Mid-Term Exam study for the exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Finding sites: different kinds of sites, different surface survey methods the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
10 Finding sites: surface surveys and remote sensing techniques the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
11 Regions and settlement patterns the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
12 Excavating sites: teams, equipment, strategies the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
13 Excavating sites: different kinds of sites, different excavation techniques the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
14 Excavating sites: living floors and site structure the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
15 Excavating sites: recovery techniques - screening, flotation, sampling the assigned article should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri
16 Term Exams study for the exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams study for the exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


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 1 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 8 8
Final Exam 1 24 24
Total Workload (Hour) 88
Total Workload / 25 (h) 3,52
ECTS 4 ECTS

Update Time: 17.11.2022 08:27