Remote sensing methods in archaeology 05-MTA-f-Arch

http://archeo.amu.edu.pl

This course looks at issues connected to the application of remote sensing methods in archaeology. Such methods include: aerial photographs, satellite images, aerial scans of the terrain (LiDAR), hyper- and multi-spectral images. The course deals with the characteristics of the methods, how to attain images of archaeological sites and features. A significant issue is the interpretation of the images. These points will be discussed based on the analysis of (in particular) selected aerial photographs, as well as satellite and LiDAR images.

Module learning aims

The course objectives are to further knowledge of non-invasive contemporary methods used to gain information on archaeological sites. Students will learn about different remote sensing methods, their advantages and limitations. At the core of these methods lie the fundamental physics of the features (especially electromagnetic radiation).

Major

ARCHAEOLOGY

Cycle of studies

1st cycle

Module type

elective

Course coordinators

Włodzimierz Rączkowski

Learning outcomes

As a result of the course students will be able to identify the basics of the methods applied and recognise and interpret the results. Furthermore, students will have knowledge connected to the formulation of research questions in which these methods may be of use.
The students will also gain an understanding of the processes and phenomena which effect the construction of knowledge about archaeological heritage resources and a critical approach to the results of the methods applied.

Assessment criteria

active participation in laboratory, final test with mark

Bibliography

Wilson D.R. 2000 Air Photo Interpretation for Archaeologists, Stroud.
Doneus M., Briese C. 2011 Airborne Laser Scanning in forested areas – potential and limitations of an archaeological prospection technique, (w:) Cowley D. (red.) Remote Sensing for Archaeological Heritage Management, Brussel, 59-76.
Królewicz S. 2005 Charakterystyka wybranych cech współczesnych średnio- i wysokorozdzielczych danych teledetekcyjnych, (w:) J. Nowakowski, A. Prinke, W. Rączkowski (red.) Biskupin... i co dalej? Zdjęcia lotnicze w polskiej archeologii, Poznań, 101-108.
Parcak S.H. 2009. Satellite Remote Sensing For Archaeology, New York: Routledge
Crutchley S., Crow P. 2009. The Light Fantastic. Using airborne lidar in archaeological survey, Swindon: English Heritage.

Additional information

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