Propaedeutic basics of Prehistoric Archaeology. The archaeological record. Methods in archaeological excavation and recovery of finds. Dating methods. Outlines of Human evolution. The prehistoric cultures from the Palaeolithic to the Bronze Age. Compositional and technological characterization of prehistoric artifacts (pottery, metal and stone): selection of the analytical methodology, sampling basics and sample preparation techniques. Definition and origin of raw materials.
Martini F. Archeologia del Paleolitico, Carocci, 2019.
Learning Objectives
Knowledge and understanding: acquisition of appropriate basics and methodological tools for the study of archaeological context and prehistoric artifacts.
Applying knowledge and understanding: interpretation of archaeological evidence; methods and techniques for the study of prehistoric artifacts.
Prerequisites
none
Teaching Methods
lectures
Further information
opportunity to partecipate in archaeological excavations
Type of Assessment
Oral examination
Course program
Propedeutic basics of Prehistoric Archaeology. The archaeological record. Methodologies in archaeological excavation and recovery of finds. Dating methods. Outlines of Human evolution. The prehistoric cultures from the Palaeolithic to the Bronze Age. Compositional and technological characterization of prehistoric artifacts (pottery, metal and stone): selection of the analytical methodology, sampling basics and sample preparation techniques. Definition and origin of raw materials.