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Study programmes 2008-2009Last update : 29/06/2009
HAAR0035-2  Excavation techniques
Duration :  30h Th, 10d FT Exc.
Credits/ECTS :  
Bachelor in history of art and archeology, general orientation, 2nd yearToute l'année4
Holder(s) :  Pierre Noiret
Language :  Langue française
Course contents :  Approach (definition and theory) - The Site (formation, nature, alterations) - Preparatory file - Survey - Grid system - Test pits - Excavation techniques - Screening - Spatial distribution - Chronological relations - Photography - Drawings (profiles, plans, treatment of images) and moulds - Sampling (natural and physical sciences, witness profiles) - Preservation - Field notebook - Inventory - Artefact drawing - Publication.
Course objective :  This course presents all components of fieldwork, including research structure and practice in the field. Themes developed follow the logical progress of mounting an archaeological expedition and is complemented by development of the theoretical aspects relevant for each step.
Prerequisites :  None.
Organization :  Duration and period: 30h + 10 days of field training (1st and 2nd terms).

Classroom and schedule: Monday, 2-3 pm ; 1st term : Auditorium A4/S100, 2nd term : Auditorium A1/R120.
Written notes :  Reference book : M. Otte, Lire le passé. Méthodes de fouilles archéologiques, Liège: Editions de l'Université de Liège, 2003.
A bibliography of the major reference works is distributed at the beginning of the year.
Assessment :  Oral examination, including field school evaluation. Exam session in June.
Contacts :  Pierre NOIRET
Département des Sciences historiques
Service de Préhistoire, 7 place du 20-Août bât A1, B-4000 Liège
Tél.: 04.366.58.39 - Fax : 04.366.55.51
E-mail: pnoiret@ulg.ac.be (Marcel.Otte@ulg.ac.be%20)


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