Kansas Archeology Training Program Field School 2013

http://www.kshs.org/p/kansas-archeology-training-program-field-school-2013/14622

2013 Kansas Archeology Training Program Field School Classes

Archeological Fieldwork

ESU Designation: AN540A June 1-16, 2013 (3 CREDIT HOURS)
Instructor: Kansas Historical Society Archeological Staff

Description: In this field/laboratory course students receive on-the-job training by direct participation in site survey/excavation and artifact processing. Instruction will be given concerning the survey techniques, excavation methods (including use of hand tools, removal and preservation of archeological materials, and record keeping), and laboratory procedures. A total of 40 hours of work is necessary to complete the course; up to 20 of these hours can be spent in the field laboratory. To allow for possible rain days, students would be wise to start work on the first day of the project and continue until they have completed 40 hours.

Mapping

ESU Designation: AN540B (1 CREDIT HOUR)

Dates: June 3-7, 8 AM-12 noon

Instructors: Tim Weston, SHPO Archeologist

Description: Mapping archeological sites and materials is one of the fundamental methods of documentation for both amateur and professional archeologists. Proficiency in preparing maps is dependent upon an understanding of basic cartographic principles, as well as field mapping techniques. The study of cartographic principles involves reviewing the methods for determining the spatial relationships between places and/or points, while field mapping consists of creating a graphic representation of a defined space. Students will learn how to define areas of archeological interest and to construct maps with a minimum of equipment. They also will be introduced to more sophisticated optical mapping equipment (e.g., plane table and alidade and transit) traditionally used in archeological investigations. They also will be instructed in the use of global positioning system receivers, as well as a modern electronic total mapping station. Practical experience in both basic cartographic principles and mapping will be gained through a series of field exercises, culminating in mapping a portion of an archeological site. This class fulfills one requirement of the Advanced Archeological Crew Member certification category. Enrollment is limited to 20 students.

Kansas Prehistory

ESU Designation: AN540C (1 CREDIT HOUR)

Dates: June 3-7, 1-5 PM

Instructor: Bob Hoard, State Archeologist

Description: Kansas Prehistory presents evidence from the archeological record of Kansas and related regions that has been used to construct the Kansas cultural sequence. The geologic, geographical, and ecological factors that affect cultural development are reviewed. The scope and history of Kansas archeology, site types, rock art, burial sites and the law are topics that are covered. Lifeways and cultures from each of the major time periods in Kansas prehistory are discussed. This class fulfills a requirement of several KAA Certification categories: Basic Archeological Surveyor, Basic Archeological Crew Member, and Basic Archeological Laboratory Technician.

Cultural Reconstruction

ESU Designation: AN540D (1 CREDIT HOUR)

Dates: June 10-14, 8 AM -12 noon

Instructor: Chris Garst, Laboratory Archeologist

Description: Cultural reconstruction is the process of describing and explaining the past based on archeological evidence. At best it is a reasoned and knowledgeable interpretation, description, and explanation of what happened in the past to create the evidence found at an archeological site. Critical thinking and an emphasis on the scientific method are important parts of this process. This class fulfills one requirement of the Advanced Archeological Surveyor and Advanced Archeological Crew Member categories. Enrollment is limited to 20 students.

SUMMER SESSION FEES (Per Credit Hour)

	Undergraduate	Graduate	Non-resident Undergraduate	Non-resident Graduate
Tuition per credit hour	$137.00	$207.00	$505.00	$643.00
Required Campus Privilege Fees	$70.00	$70.00	$70.00	$70.00
TOTAL Required Fees (per credit hour)	$207.00	$277.00	$575.00	$713.00

NON-DEGREE seeking One-time Fee Add to tuition total	$10.00	See Graduate **Application Fee list below	$10.00	See Graduate **Application Fee list below

To enroll for classes at Emporia State University please complete the following “SPECIAL” registration form and mail to the address below:

http://www.emporia.edu/dotAsset/e3a9af8e-3e23-4690-9562-d23ea6143b05.pdf

** GRADUATES please complete the following registration form (BEFORE) you complete the “SPECIAL” form:

https://ssb.emporia.edu/pls/prod/bwskalog.P_DispLoginNon

GRADUATE Application Fee: (Fee Changes as of July 1, 2011)

1st Time Degree/Certificate Seeking Application Fee - $40.00
Returning New Degree/Dual Degree (If you already have a graduate degree or have applied for a graduate degree and are returning to a new graduate degree) - $20.00
1st Time Licenure/Non-Degree Seeking Graduate - $25.00
Re-Admit Degree/Certification - Inactive degree and certification students who have not taken courses for more than three years (inactive) and are returning to the same degree - $25.00.
Returning Licensure/Non-Degree (If you have not taken courses for more than 3 years and have become inactive) - $25.00
Changing from Licensure/Non-Degree to Degree/Certificate Seeking - $40.00
1st Time PhD - $50.00
Returning PHD (If you have not taken courses for more than 3 years and have become inactive)- $25.00
ESU will accept a McNair Application Fee Waiver. Please call 620-341-6404 and ask about procedures to follow if you would like to submit a McNair Application Fee Waiver.

Please complete and mail “Special” Registration form to:

Emporia State University
Registration, Campus Box 4026
1200 Commercial St.
Emporia KS 66801-5087

Telephone: 620.341.5211