ANTHR 30 - Maritime Archaeology Survey Technology

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    Description
    This is a lecture/lab course designed to introduce students to the various survey methodologies and technologies used in maritime archaeology. Instruction will focus on the utilization of remote sensing technological equipment including; side scan sonar, sub bottom profiler, & proton magnetometer. Students will learn the background and history of maritime exploration, navigation and archaeology. Students will also learn how to create a survey research design utilizing this equipment as well as how to create maps of the surveyed area. Students will be trained in the set-up and deployment of the remote sensing instruments in mandatory field laboratory sessions. This course will also focus on the ethical and legal framework of submerged cultural heritage preservation. Mandatory field laboratory sessions will be scheduled at predetermined dates and locations and will be announced in the Schedule of Classes for the relevant semester.