MEDVL 492Medieval Archaeology Field School

This course offers learners an intensive introduction to archaeological methods and interpretation through fieldwork. It focuses on a live excavation. Learners will also, to a more limited extent, experience field lectures and discussions, hands-on training, laboratory work, and visits to archaeological sites and museums. Learning sessions will include topics such as the history and archaeology, stratigraphy, general principles of artifact conservation, identification of the main classes of artifacts and procedures to follow in the archaeology lab, use of survey tools and software, heritage protection, and appropriate display of finds.