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ARCH6051 Introduction to Cultural Heritage Management

Offered By School of Archaeology & Anthropology
Academic Career Graduate Coursework
Course Subject Archaeology
Offered in Second Semester, 2009, Summer Session, 2010, Second Semester, 2010, and Spring Session 2010
Unit Value 6 units
Course Description

This course examines principles underlying the practice of cultural heritage management. It covers a critical discussion of basic legislative frameworks (Federal and State) of cultural heritage; the principles and processes of heritage conservation planning, including the Burra Charter; the role of archaeology and archaeologists in heritage conservation and land management planning; indigenous control of heritage and issues of representation (gender, class, ethnicity) in heritage management; what is cultural significance and how it is assessed; archaeological practice, ethics and the role of the consultant archaeologist.

Indicative Assessment

Conservation management plan (70%). Completed site recording forms and field diaries (20%). Attendance and particpation (10%).

Workload

Normally offered in alternate years.
2 hours of lectures and one hour tutorial/laboratory per week

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
Prescribed Texts

Pearson, M. and S. Sullivan. Looking After Heritage Places. The Basics of Heritage Planning for Managers, Landowners and Administrators, Melbourne University Press, 1995.

Academic Contact To be advised

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