Paleobotany and zooarchaeology

Teacher(s)

Goffette Quentin; Preiss Sidonie;

Language

French
> English-friendly

Prerequisites

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Main themes

A better understanding of the environmental context of past societies and how the environment has been modified and exploited needs both a paleoenvironmental and economical study of the human communities. Methods and interpretation of the faunal and botanical fossiles and organic remains are developped in this course.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :
1	The course helps the archaeologists to integrate the useful biological data in their analytical and interpretation processes and to ask for appropriate analyses on the field as in the labs

Content

We will introduce the different disciplines and techniques of archaeobotany and archaeozoology. We will use case studies to highlight their contribution to the knowledge of agro-pastoral and subsistence practices, domestication, trade and exchanges, paleoenvironment, etc. In order to document these topics, a representative assemblage of faunal and botanical remains from the archaeological context is needed. The necessary field sampling procedures will be taught.

Teaching methods

Theoretical courses and tutorials. Visits of laboratories and practicum during the SMART week.

Evaluation methods

Written exam (80% of the final mark) in the January session and in the September session. Continuous assessment: active participation in classes and tutorials (20% of the final mark).

Other information

English-friendly course: course taught in French but offering facilities in English.

Online resources

Dedicated Moodle platform with bibliography and visual supports.

Bibliography

Des références de base et plus spécialisées seront fournies en séance selon les thématiques abordées.
Basic and more specialized references will be provided for each.

Faculty or entity

EHAC