Course Information


Course Information
Course Title Code Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
FORENSIC ARCHAEOLOGY ANT5602009 2 + 1 3.0 7.0

Prerequisites None

Language of Instruction Turkish
Course Level Graduate Degree
Course Type Compulsory
Mode of delivery
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Goals In this course, the works on examples for forensic cases that happen in various locations will be taught along with archaeological applications where forensic cases ocur. The main purpose of this couse is to teach how to apply the archaeological methods for removal of skeletal remains, choosing the appropriate excavation methods and various collection methods for biological and physical evidences.
Course Content The definition of forensic archaeology, basic terms and concepts; methods of archaeological excavations; documentation techniques and applications.
Learning Outcomes 1) Gains knowledge on the definition and applications of forensic archaeology and its place within forensic sciences.
2) Gains knowledge about archaeological excavation techniques and their applications on forensic cases
3) Gains knowledge on documentation techniques and how to apply them on forensic cases.

Weekly Topics (Content)
Week Topics Teaching and Learning Methods and Techniques Study Materials
1. Week The place of Forensic Arcaeology in Archaeology and Forensic Sciences Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
2. Week Methods of Archaeological excavation Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
3. Week Defining Necropolis areas (cemetery) Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
4. Week The applicability of archaeological methods where forensic cases occur Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
5. Week Archaeoogical approach for detecting mass burials Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
6. Week The applicability of archaeological excavation methods on mass burials Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
7. Week Excavation methods for opening mass burials Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
8. Week The criteria for differentiating archaeological and mass burials Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
9. Week Geophysical applications on mass burials Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
10. Week Archaeological approaches to the single, articulated skeletons Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
11. Week Archaeological approaches to the non-articulated skeleton finds Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
12. Week Field practice Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning; Case Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
13. Week Field practice Lecture; Question Answer
Brainstorming
Scenario Based Learning; Brain Based Learning; Case Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)
14. Week General Review and Discussions Lecture; Question Answer; Discussion
Brainstorming; Colloquium
Problem Based Learning; Brain Based Learning 		Homework Presentation (Including Preparation Time)

Sources Used in This Course
Recommended Sources
Connor, M. A. (2007) Forensic Methods: Excavation for the Archaeologist and Investigator. Altamira Press, 2007.
Hunter, J. (2005) Forensic Archaeology: Advances in Theory and Practice, Routledge
Hunter, J. A. ve Roberts, C. (1996) Studies in Crime: An Introduction to Forensic Archaeology Routledge, 1996.

Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
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ECTS credits and course workload
Event Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Total weeks*Hours per week) 14 2
Work Hour outside Classroom (Preparation, strengthening) 14 10
Presentation (Including Preparation Time) 1 10
Report (Including Preparation and presentation Time) 1 10
Practice (Teaching Practice, Music/Musical Instrument Practice , Statistics, Laboratory, Field Work, Clinic and Polyclinic Practice) 2 8
Final Exam 1 2
Time to prepare for Final Exam 1 10
Total Workload
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Course Information
  • Course Information
  • Weekly Topics (Content)
  • Sources Used in This Course
  • Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
  • ECTS credits and course workload