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2026-2027 / HAAR0170-1

Experimental archaeology and functional approaches

Duration

30h Th

Number of credits

 Master in history of art and archaeology : general, research focus5 crédits 

Lecturer

Veerle Rots

Language(s) of instruction

French language

Organisation and examination

All year long, with partial in January

Schedule

Schedule online

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Learning unit contents

Initiation in experimental research and functional analysis in prehistory. Develop an experimental project within the framework of functional analysis (from the formulation of the research question up to completion).  

Learning outcomes of the learning unit

Understand the experimental approach in prehistoric research (theoretical framework, principles, challenges, goals, applications). Being able to develop an experimental project.

Understand what a functional analysis is about, understand its principles and functioning. Being able to perform a basic functional evaluation of material.

Prerequisite knowledge and skills

Specialisation in prehistory.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Theoretical classes, practical sessions and seminars.

Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)

Face-to-face course

Course materials and recommended or required readings

Platform(s) used for course materials:
- eCampus


Further information:

Obligatory reading assignments (scientific articles and books)

Written work / report

Continuous assessment

Work placement(s)

Organisational remarks and main changes to the course

Contacts

Veerle ROTS
TraceoLab
Place du 20-août 7
4000 Liège

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