Research methods in anthropology and human ecology. From the field to the lab WF-OB-SURM
1. Anthropologist at the archaeological site. (lecture) 2h
2. Direct and indirect research methods in human ecology. (lecture) 2h
3. Preparation of material for anthropological and bioarcheological analyses (practice) 2h
4. Analysis of diagenetic changes in bone tissue. (lecture) 2h
5. Analysis of diagenetic changes in bone tissue. (practice) 2h
6. Carbon and nitrogen stable isotopes (lecture) 2h
7. Carbon and nitrogen stable isotopes: isolation of collagen from bone samples (practice) 2h
8. Stable oxygen isotopes in bioarchaeology. (lecture) 2h
9. Isolation of phosphates for analysis of origin and migration. (practice) 2h
10. Trace elements in bioarchaeological studies (lecture) 2h
11. Methods for determining the age and sex of an individual (lecture) 2h
12. Methods for determining the age and sex of an individual (practice) 2h
13. Measurements of post-cranial skeleton, reconstruction of body height. (lecture and practice) 2h
14. Analysis of remains from colletive and crematory graves. (practice) 2h
15. Fingerprint identification- dactyloscopy. (practice) 2h
(in Polish) E-Learning
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Learning outcomes
The student knows the methods used in the archaeological site and laboratory methods.
Can list direct and indirect methods used in the context of research on ancient populations.
The student knows and is able to perform simple laboratory activities on his own.
The student is able to assess the age and sex of an individual on the basis of the skeleton and recognize pathologies.
Can perform the known laboratory procedures.
The student knows the principles of good laboratory practice.
Assessment criteria
Written exam (lecture)
Oral answer, activity during laboratory practicals (practice)
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