<p>(Same as Archaeology M265.) Lecture, two hours. Theoretical understanding of depositional processes (‘laws”) which lead to site formation and of stratigraphic procedures to be used in recovery of embedded cultural materials. Study of issues covered in literature, with specific test cases from actual excavations and site reports. Coverage of theoretical implications of such disciplines as surveying and pedology with help of specialists. S/U or letter grading.</p>

Ancient Near East

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Depositional History and Stratigraphic Analysis

ANNEAM265

4 units