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Course Name : Archaeometry of Ceramics

Course Code : SRS212

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 2

Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 3

Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. NERGİS KILINÇ MİRDALI

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Be able to understand the importance of ceramic material in archaeometry
Be able to learn techniques for identification of archaeological ceramics
Be able to understand production technology of archaeological ceramics
Be able to learn investigation methods of glazed, unglazed, coated, polished, decorated ceramics
Be able to comment on body composition of archaeological ceramics
Have the ability to develop critical thinking, creative and original ideas
Work effectively both individually or in a group and have the ability to take responsibility
Define and review the problem correctly, find creative, original and technical solutions to the problem
Be able to use theoretical and practical knowledge effectively

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : The student will acquire knowledge of characterization methods of archaeological ceramics. In particular the student will be able to be know the history, culture and technology of ceramic findings about different cultures. Identify the types of pottery made in Anatolia and associate them with modern design.

Course Contents : Information about the content of the course and how it proceeds. Introduction to archaeometry,What is Archaeometry? Role and importance of archaeometric ceramic material. The relationship between archaeology,art history, and the natural sciences. Raw materials of archaeological ceramics. History, culture and technology of ceramic findings. Microstructural characteristics, the chemical composition and manufacturing technology of archeological ceramics. Ceramic typology and manufacturing technology. Basic techniques of principles of scientific approach will be discussed, as well as the application to archaeological problems. Major topics include: dating; analysis and characterization of artifacts.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Classroom


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Information on the course content and how it proceeds. What is Archaeometry? Archaeometric scope, role and importance of ceramic material in archaeometry. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
2 The branches of science that helps to Archaeometry. The main characterization techniques used in Archaeometry. Chemical and physical analyses (SEM, XRF, XRD, DTA, Raman spectrometry, etc.) It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
3 Literature review and determination of production techniques and technologies. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
4 Production technologies of archaeological ceramics. Glazed, coated, decorated, polished ceramics. Compound of clay body and firing technologies. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
5 Selection of ceramic samples. Grouping and identification of samples. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
6 History and development of ceramic technology. Archaeological ceramics, Islamic ceramics and glazes It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
7 Çatalhöyük and Karatepe Ceramics. Their history, culture and technology, properties of microstructure and chemical compositions. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
8 Midterm Examination (1 Hour-Closed Book, Notebook, Lecture Notes) It is advised to search and study before on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Written exam
9 Iznik tile and ceramics. Its history, culture and technology, properties of microstructure and chemical compositions It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
10 Tile production technology, tile furnaces. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
11 Laboratory work. Introducing an optical microscope. Examination under the microscope. Thin-section preparation methods. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
12 Periods of pottery finds. Ceramic finds are named according to the production methods. Typology of Ceramic vessels. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
13 Types of pots belonging to Ottoman, Seljuk, Byzantine and Roman periods . Glaze-Engobe-Body properties. The samples in today´s museums and contributions to today´s design. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
14 Types of pots belonging to Ionian and Carian civilization, Hellenistic Period and Parthian imperium. Glaze-Engobe-Body properties. The samples in today´s museums and Contributions to today´s design. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
15 Types of pots belonging to Urartian, Lydian, Phrygian and Hittite civilizations. Glaze-Engobe-Body properties. The samples in today´s museums and Contributions to today´s design. It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation.
16/17 Final Examination (1 Hour-Closed Book, Notebook, Lecture Notes) It is advised to search and study before on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes. Books. Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports) Written Examination


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Ceramic Evaluation Methods on Archaeological Studies, A.Tuba Ökse. Publications of Archaeology and Art , 2002 Front Asia
 Archaeological Ceramic Terms, Ted HUGHES, A. Tuba ÖKSE, Archaeology and Art Publications, 1999
Required Course Material(s)  Periodicals: - Archaeometry, - Journal of Archaeological Science - Any Handbook on Archaeometry
 Internet Data Bases


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 3 50
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Perceives multi-dimensionally, objectifies sensory perception 5
2 Is competent at thinking critically and developing creative and original ideas 5
3 Is responsible and has a sense of social, scientific, artistic, professional, ethical awareness 5
4 Reaches, manages and constructs information 5
5 His dexterity and eye coordination are improved 0
6 Uses time efficiently and effectively 5
7 Is competent at art theory, aesthetics and philosophy of art 2
8 Transforms the concepts into original art works 0
9 Uses the informatics and communication technologies at least in the level required by the European Computer Driving License 3
10 Defines and reviews problems correctly, finds creative, original, aesthetic, artistic and technical solutions to problems 5
11 Uses theoretical and practical information efficiently in his profession and topic 5
12 Has the ability to work individually and in groups effectively and takes responsibility 5
13 Works harmoniously with other disciplines, which he/she needs in his/her profession and projects 5
14 Follows the social and universal changes and effects about art and design 5
15 Has the ability to follow developments and improves him/herself constantly through lifelong learning 5
16 Has the knowledge, skills and experience about how to use different materials, production methods and techniques 5
17 Has the ability and self confidence for oral, written and visual communication 5
18 Knows a foreign language at least in Level B1 of the European Common Framework in order to follow the developments about his profession 2
19 Evaluates the producibility of his/her projects technically and technologically 0
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 1 14
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 3 5 15
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 3 3
    Final Exam 1 3 3
Total Workload: 63
Total Workload / 25 (h): 2.52
ECTS Credit: 3