ANTH 221
Materials and Civilization

Credit:  3 hours.

This course satisfies the General Education Criteria for a
UIUC Social Sciences course.

Introduction to the instrumental methods used to analyze archaeological and museum artifacts to solve questions of dating, authenticity, composition, provenience, and technology. Both organic and inorganic materials are considered in their cultural contexts, using examples from both Old and New World archaeology. Lecture/discussions are supplemented with visits to campus laboratories and museums.