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| 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 | ||