ARCH07029 2013 DIGITAL ARCHAEOLOGY
Full Title
DIGITAL ARCHAEOLOGY
Transcript Title
DIGITAL ARCHAEOLOGY
Code
ARCH07029
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
ARCH - Archaeology
Department
ESCI - Environmental Science
Level
07 - NFQ Level 7
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2013 - Full Academic Year 2013-14
End Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
Author(s)
Billy Fitzgerald, Sam Moore, Fiona Beglane
Programme Membership
SG_SAPPL_H08 201300 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Archaeology
SG_SAPPL_B07 201700 Bachelor of Science in Applied Archaeology
SG_SAPPL_H08 201700 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Archaeology
Description
This module will provide students with the skills necessary to create, interpret and present archaeological data produced by a variety of digital processes, including photography, GIS, digital terrain modelling.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Identify methodologies and technologies of digital archaeology, including methods such as remote sensing, GIS, laser scanning, mapping, photogrammetry
2.
Demonstrate an ability to use a range of these technologies
3.
Analyze the impact of digital technologies on archeological research
4.
Apply this knowledge to case studies
5.
Understand the role of digital media in collecting, archiving and disseminating archaeological data and results
6.
Communicate the role of digital technologies to a peer audience
Module Assessment Strategies
Since this is a practically-based module, the assessment strategy is fully by continuous assessment.
Indicative Syllabus
Digital photography
- Artefacts, buildings and landscapes
- Photogrammetry
- Manipulating digital images using standard software packages
- Aerial photography
Digitisation of analogue data
- Site plans and drawings
- Artefact drawings
3-d scanning
- Applications in survey and in artefact/ecofact studies
- 3-d visualisation and modelling
GIS mapping
- Advanced distribution maps
- Use of data sourced from surveys, total stations, GPS units and geophysical survey
- Use of historical and modern maps and aerial photography
- Viewshed analysis
- 3-d visualisation
The role of digital media in archiving archaeological data and results
Digital Communication
- Role of the internet, multi-media and social media in archaeological communication
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Practical assessment | Continuous Assessment | UNKNOWN | 50 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
| 2 | Assignment Essays, presentations, posters, websites | Continuous Assessment | UNKNOWN | 50 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical | Computer Laboratory | computer sessions | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
| Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Self study | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
This is a fast-changing field, however the following are useful texts
Connolly J. and Lake, M. 2006. Geographical information systems in Archaeology. Cambridge Manuals in Archaeology. CUP.
Evans, TL and Daly, P. 2006. Digital Archaeology: bridging method and theory. Routledge
MacDonald, L. 2006. Digital Heritage: applying digital imaging to cultural heritage. Butterworth-Heinemann, Oxford
Other Resources
None
Additional Information
None