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9780767417358

Using Computers In Archaeology: A Practical Guide

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  • ISBN13:

    9780767417358

  • ISBN10:

    0767417356

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2001-12-12
  • Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages
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Summary

This book provides a comprehensive, practical, and highly readable guide to making the most of computer technology in archaeological applications. Topics covered include database design, mapping and excavation with computer instrumentation, laboratory data entry, digital images, GIS, and electronic publication.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

2. The Fundamentals of Data and Databases

3. Mapping Equipment

4. Setting Up a Site

5. Making Site Maps

6. Excavation and Point Proveniencing with a Total Station

7. Entering Laboratory Data

9. An Example of an Archaeological Database

10. Data Integration with Geographic Information Systems

11. Digital Publication of Archaeological Data

12. Preparing for a Field Project

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