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Field SchoolCzech-American Archaeological Field SchoolApplication Deadline: March 30, 2006, on a space available basis thereafter. Field School Dates: May 26 through June 26, 2006 University, College, InstitutionCollege of DuPage in association with Masyryk University-Brno Field School LocationBreclavm, Moravia Czech Republic Field School OverviewProject DirectorsDr. John P. Staeck, College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IllinoisDr. Jiri Machacek, Masaryk University-Brno (Host) Field School DescriptionStudents gain hands-on instruction in the fundamentals of modern archaeological excavations at the early Medieval fortified center of Pohansko. Teaching is focused on small groups experiences with approximately a 4:1 student/staff ration. Training includes basic excavation using both shovels and trowels, screens, water screening, use of traditional measuring implements (levels, unit layout etc.) as well as laser measuring technology (laser theodolite, laser levels, GIS material), unit planview and profile preparation, note taking, material tracking, and basic field laboratory processing methodology.Weekend field trips are made to significant regional sites including Dolni Vestonice, Mikulcice, Stare Mesto, and Modra. Transportation and admission to these destinations is covered in the cost of the program. The opportunity also exists for small group independent travel to locations such as Vienna, Budapest, Krakow, and Prague at the participant's own expense. Participants live at the field station established on site. Sleeping accomodations in the form of modern, clean trailers is provided, as well as access to flusht toilets, showers, and comparable ammenities. An 18th century Lichenstein hunting lodge graces the site and features a small pub, swimming hole, and museum. Board includes 3 basic meals per day Monday through Thursday and 2 meals on Sunday. Participants are free to travel on Fridays and Saturdays so ne meal service is provided. The city center of Breclav is only 3 km from the site while its train station, ocated on the main line between Brno and Vienna, is 2.2 km from the site. Field school web site: www.cod.edu/people/faculty/staeck Field School Size: 1-15 Minimum age: 18 Is prior experience required?: No Recommended experience: No prior experience is necessary, though a willingness to participate and be involved is. Specialized skills you will have the opportunity to learnManual Mapping/drawing (plan views, profiles): YesTotal Station EDM mapping: Yes GIS: Yes Traditional Photography: Yes Digital Photography: Yes Interpreting stratigraphy: Yes Lab work: Yes Artifact analysis: Yes Fauna identification: Yes Evening Lectures: There are lectures 2 evenings per week. Academic, Credit Room and Board, & TuitionAcademic Credit: YesNumber of Credits: 6 semester hours credit $92 (U.S.) per credit College of DuPage Room and Board Information: Included in the $1900 program fee. Recommended readingsPlease see the project web page for a list of readings.Archaeology field school contactDr. John P. StaeckAnthropology, College of DuPage 425 Fawell Blvd. Glen Ellyn Illinois 60137-6599 USA (630) 942-2022 (630) 858-5409 staeck@cdnet.cod.edu SummaryThis field school provides up-to-date training in modern archaeological techniques that are applicable in both Europe and North America while also providing an immersive cross-cultural experience in Czech, and to a larger extent European, culture. Students are encouraged to explore the archaeology, history, and culture of the region. Coupled with the extensive historic component associated with this project this provides participants with outstanding unique educational and life-enriching experiences. |