ARCHAEOLOGY I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
TRP155	ARCHAEOLOGY I	1	3	3	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. SERCAN YILDIZ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer SENAY BOZ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is aimed for tourist guide students to become acquainted with the science of archaeology, to learn professional terminology, and to know the development process and present day of Anatolian archaeology.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The development of the world and the course of human history, prehistoric times, and the development of archaeology. What is archaeology?: Definition, purpose, and boundaries of archaeology; Relationship of archaeology with other sciences. A review of Anatolian archaeology: Early research, archaeological studies up to the present day. The scope of this article covers the emergence of archaeology, its historical development, and archaeology in Turkey. This article covers archaeological research areas in Anatolia, archaeological discoveries worldwide, and methods for deciphering ancient inscriptions, excavations, and excavation types. Essentials of archaeological research: Evaluation of ancient sources, archaeological, epigraphic, and numismatic documents.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
They will learn about the formation of the universe and the world, about hominid species, and about human ancestors. By learning about human development, they will gain insight into the cultural evolution of today's people and begin to understand the development of today's people.
Learns about prehistoric times and the development process of these periods
Learn the scope and methods of archaeology. Learn what archaeology deals with and what it investigates.
Learn the concept and importance of cultural heritage. Understand the importance of Türkiye in terms of human cultural history.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Introduction to course content and teaching process	-
2	Literature Review	Age of the universe and the earth	-
3	Literature Review	Fossil. Hominids and early humans	-
4	Literature Review	An overview of prehistoric life	-
5	Literature Review	Basic concepts of archaeology.	-
6	Literature Review	Historical development of archaeology	-
7	Literature Review	Methods used in archaeology. Auxiliary sciences to archaeology.	-
8	Literature Review	Post-exam evaluation. Types of excavations	-
9	Literature Review	Prehistoric times: Paleolithic Age. Mesolithic Age	-
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature Review	Prehistoric times: Neolithic Age	-
12	Literature Review	Prehistoric times: Chalcolithic Age. Bronze Age	-
13	Literature Review	Cultural Heritage	-
14	Literature Review	The 7 ancient wonders of the world. End-of-term general interpretation	-
15	-	End-of-term general interpretation	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Er, 2006 "Klasik Arkeoloji Sözlüğü, Sevin, 2003 "Anadolu Arkeolojisi", Sevin, 1999 "Arkeolojik Kazı Sistemi El Kitabı", Bahn, 1999 "Arkeolojinin ABC’si", Akurgal,2014 “Anadolu Uygarlıkları” Akurgal, 2015 “ Anadolu Kültür Tarihi”, Değirmencioğlu, Ahipaşaoğlu, 2011 "Anadolu'da Turizm Rehberliği"

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Possess theoretical and prachiptirtical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resource on basic level based on qualifications gained at secondary education level.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Possess theoretical and prachiptirtical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resource on basic level based on qualifications gained at secondary education level.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Gain the skills to use basic level theoretical and practical knowledge acquired within the field in the same field of a higher education level or in a field of same level.						5
2	Interpret and evaluate data, define problems, do analysis, produce solutions based on proof with using basic level knowledge and practices gained within the field.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Can use the theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the field as the basis of a further education level.						5
2	By using the acquired knowledge and skills, gains the ability to analyze problems, solve them, see and eliminate situations that may pose problems before they occur.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Conduct studies at basic level within the field independently.						5
2	Take responsibility as a team member in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced in the implementations within the field.						5
3	Conduct activities towards the development of subordinates within a project.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluate the acquired knowledge and skills at basic level within the field with a critical approach, determine and respond to learning needs.						5
2	Direct the education received to a higher education level in the same field or to an occupation in the same level.						5
3	Gain awareness of lifelong learning.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Transfer the ideas based on the basic knowledge and skills acquired within the field through written and oral communication.						5
2	Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems about issues within the field with professionals and non-professionals.						5
3	Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.	0
4	Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Basic Level software knowledge.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Possess social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field.						5
2	Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, worker s health and security.						5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	12	2	24
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	6	3	18
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	8	2	16
Assignment (Homework)	3	1	3
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	3	3	9
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	3	2	6
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	3	3
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	3	3
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	53	0	126