Portland-State-University 2024-2025 Bulletin

Anth 555 Analysis of Faunal Remains

Reviews issues of recovery, identification, quantification, and interpretation of archaeological faunal remains. Seminar component involves discussion and critical review of recent faunal studies. Laboratory component introduces student to skeletal anatomy of vertebrates (with focus on fishes and mammals) and basic procedures used in faunal analysis.

Credits

5

Prerequisite

Graduate standing or instructor permission
  • Up one level
  • 500