Introduction to Archaeology Laboratory Manual
Edition: 2
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 70
Edition: 2
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 70
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Have you ever wondered how archaeologists know where to dig? Ever wanted to try your own hand at survey or excavation? In conjunction with a lecture element, this laboratory manual is designed to provide students with applied foundational laboratory concepts in archaeology. Instructors can substitute their own material week by week or use exercises from this manual to build on basic archaeological field methodologies including but not limited to:
- Absolute Dating
- Relative Dating
- Stratigraphy and Soil Profiles
- Pedestrian Survey and Mapping
- Geographic Information Systems/Science
- Ceramic and Lithic Analysis
Now featuring a glossary and revisions to the original edition, this volume will provide the perfect compliment to any introductory course in archaeology.
Introduction
Disclaimers and Usage
Acknowledgments
Lab A – Material Culture
Lab B – Regional Surveys and Sampling
Lab C – Pedestrian Survey and Mapping
Lab D – Stratigraphy and Soil profiles
Lab E – Absolute Dating
Lab F – Ceramic Analysis
Lab G - Relative Dating
Lab H – Lithic Analysis: Chipped Stone Artifacts
Lab I – Seasonality and Diet
Lab J – Settlement Patterns and the Rank Size Rule
Lab K – Trade Patterns
Lab L – GIS Workshop: Landscape Archaeology
Lab M - Intrasite (within the site) Analysis: Activity Areas
Lab N - Personhood and Stratification
Glossary