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ARCH8026 Quantitative Analysis in Archaeology

Offered By School of Archaeology and Anthropology
Academic Career Graduate Coursework
Course Subject Archaeology
Offered in Second Semester, 2011 and Second Semester, 2012
Unit Value 6 units
Course Description

This course examines the analysis of archaeological data, beginning with the characteristics of different kinds of archaeological observations, and proceeding to methods for recording and storing information. Methods of quantitative analysis are described, and students are asked to critique the quantitative analyses in prominent archaeological publications.

Learning Outcomes Students will acquire an understanding of and skills in the quantitative analysis of data in the context of archaeological research
Course Classification(s) AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs.
Areas of Interest Archaeology
Programs Master of Archaeological Science and Master of Archaeological Science
Academic Contact To be advised

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