Dear All,
I wanted to bring this wonderful course to your attention. Contact details for further information and a link to the online shop to book a place are included at the bottom of this message.
Sorry for any cross posting, many thanks, Hannah
INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN OSTEOLOGY
A one-day course suitable for those working in outdoor occupations,
the rescue services, field archaeology and museums. Taught by trained
osteoarchaeologists with a combined total of over 25 years practical and
professional experience in both the field and the classroom.
Date: 14th June 2012
Time: 9.30am – 5.30pm
Location: Department of Archaeology, University of Sheffield
Cost: £98.00
Course content
Introduction to the human skeleton
- handle human bones
- lay out a complete skeleton
- learn to identify the different types of bones
Comparative osteology
- handle animal bones such as sheep and dog
- learn to distinguish between human and animal remains
Self-assessment
- review your knowledge at the start and end of the day
- gain confidence in dealing with skeletal material
- eliminate uncertainty when bones are found
Course venue
The course will be held at Northgate House, the University of
Sheffield’s Archaeology Department on West Street. Northgate House is a
five-minute tram-ride from Sheffield Station and a five minute walk from
the city centre.
Tea/coffee will be provided but lunch is not included in the price of
the course. There is a wide choice of sandwich bars, pubs and
restaurants less than a two minute walk from the department.
Comments from Past Participants
“Frankly the best and most useful day course I’ve been on for quite some time”
“Brilliant, I had a great time and learned a lot”
“...really well structured, with plenty of hands on activities and excellent explanations"