Course - Methods of Field Archaeology I - ARK1120
ARK1120 - Methods of Field Archaeology I
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skriftlig | 100/100 | 6 timer |
Course content
Students will gain insight into the landscape history, and types, of Central Norway and learn to recognize the most important archaeological cultural remains. Training in documentation techniques, and a materials course will also be offered, where students will be given an overview of archaeological materials - central topics will be material type, raw material and typology. An introduction to the structure, regulations, priorities and practice of the Norwegian cultural heritage management will also be provided.
Learning outcome
According to the course curriculum, a candidate who passes this course is expected to have the following learning outcome (defined as knowledge and skills):
Knowledge:
The candidate has attained
- basic knowledge of various landscapes and landscape history, cultural landscapes and the most important categories of archeological cultural remains in Central Norway
- broad knowledge of the structure and laws of Norwegian cultural heritage management, priorities and practice, with special emphasis on cultural remains and societal expansion (spatial planning)
- an overview of the main traits of archeological artefacts, and the application of the most important dating-methods
Skills:
The candidate has acquired skills to
- analyse various types of landscapes in Central Norway with regard to localization of cultural remains, as well as in basic methods of registration
- recognize traces of early man in the landscape, and place the most common types of cultural remains and archaeological artefacts in time
Learning methods and activities
Students accepted into the bachelor programme in archaeology or cultural heritage management have priority in course participation. The course structure will depend on the exact number of students; students must therefore register for the course by December 1. Normally, instruction will take the form of lectures, seminars, and field trips. In order to be able to sit the exam, the student is required to attend a minimum of 75 percent of the theoretical lectures and 75 percent of the field trips.
Exam questions may be based on obligatory lectures and other activities in addition to the required readings list.
Compulsory assignments
- The students are required to attend a minimum of 75 % of the theoretical lectures and 75 % of the field trips.
Specific conditions
Limited admission to classes. For more information: https://i.ntnu.no/wiki/-/wiki/English/Admission+to+courses+with+restricted+admission
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Arkeologi (BARK)
Historie, kultur- og idéfag (BKULT)
Kulturminneforvaltning (BKULMI)
Recommended previous knowledge
None
Required previous knowledge
Requires admission to the bachelor's programme in Archaeology or Cultural Heritage Management.
The course has restricted admission.
Course materials
The required reading list will be available at the beginning of the semester. Students must cover some of the expences related to their own field work and excursions.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARK1001 | 15.0 | ||
| HFARK120 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
15.0 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2015
Extraordinary deadline for course registration: 2014-12-01
Language of instruction: Norwegian
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- Archaeology
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Historical Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Skriftlig 100/100 2014-12-19 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Skriftlig 100/100 2015-06-05 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"