Program
Contents
Survey:
-Introduction to cartography and aerial photography
-Techniques of archaeological survey
-Archaeological charts
Excavation:
-Use of tools and working methods
-Methodology and techniques of excavation
-Stratigraphy
-Sample collection procedure for analysis: soil micro-morphology, carbon
dating, pollen, vegetation, anthracology…
Recording process and documentation:
-Excavation diaries and recording sheets
-Stratigraphic and spatial records
-Mapping
-Record cards
-Artifact recording
Restoration:
-"First aid" and consolidation in situ
-Cleaning: extraction of salts and limes, washing
-Reconstruction
Historical context of the site of Plaza de Moros:
-The Carpetanian culture and the Iron Age communities of Central Spain
Heritage Management:
-Archaeology and tourism
-Publicizing and marketing archaeological sites
Professional Archaeology Presentation:
Presentation by J. Morín, Chairman of the Board for the Spanish Professional Association of Archaeologists