Visualisation of research results (workshops)

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The course aims to show different aspects of scientific data visualization with a special

focus on archaeological data. We will discuss the formal requirements for scientific data

visualization, different methods, the role of imagination and design, and different tools

used in visualizing data, including 3D software.

During the course, students will learn the principles of visual documentation and data

visualisation in archaeology, combining theoretical background with practical training.

Classes are conducted in a mixed format of lectures and hands-on exercises using

graphic and 3D software commonly applied in archaeological documentation. The main

objective is to prepare students for independent graphic work related to the digitalisation,

processing, and presentation of data from archaeological research.

The course covers both historical and modern documentation methods, including the

analysis and digital reworking of archival materials as well as the creation of new plans,

profiles, and artefact drawings. Students are introduced to the basic rules of scientific

graphic design, working with raster and vector graphics, and preparing publication-

quality illustrations. Additional topics include spatial data visualisation, the use of map

backgrounds and orthophotography, introductory GIS principles, and the basics of photogrammetry and 3D data. The course concludes with an overview of transferring 3D

data into 2D visualisations and the broader possibilities and limitations of graphic and 3D

visualisation in archaeological research.

Barker. P. (1977) Techniques of archaeological excavations.

https://archive.org/details/techniquesofarch0000bark

Renfrew C., Bahn P.G. (2020) Archaeology: theories, methods and practice

Croix S., Deckers, P., Feveile, C., Knudsen, M., Ovistgaard, S.S., Sindbaek S.M.,

Wouters, B. (2019) Single context, Metacontext, and high-definition archaeology:

Integrating new standards of stratigraphic excavation and recording. Journal of

Archaeological Method and theory.

https://doi.org/10.1007/s10816-019-09417-x

Harris E.C. (1989) Principles of archaeological stratigraphy.

Kimball, J. (2014). 3D Delineation: A modernisation of drawing methodology for field

archaeology (Master's Thesis). Lund University Publications

https://www.academia.edu/7336679/3D_Delineation_A_modernisation_of_drawing_met

hodology_for_field_archaeology_Masters_Thesis_

Lanjouw T. (2014) Discussing the Obvious or Defending the Contested: Why Are We

Still Discussing the “Scientific Value” of 3D applications in Archaeology? The three

dimensions of archaeology: Proceedings of the XVII UISPP World Congress, vol. 7, p. 1-

12

https://www.academia.edu/34588931/Discussing_the_Obvious_or_Defending_the_Cont

ested_Why_Are_We_Still_Discussing_the_Scientific_Value_of_3D_applications_in_Arc

haeology

Morgan C., Wright, H. (2018) Pencils and Pixels: drawing and digital media in

archaeological field recording. Journal of field archaeology, vol 43 (2), p. 136-151.

https://doi.org/10.1080/00934690.2018.1428488

Petrie, F., Matthew, W., (1904) Methods and aims in archaeology.

https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63311

Sosna D., Galeta P., Smejda L., Sladek, V., Bruzek, J. (2012) Burials and graphs:

Relational approach to mortuary analysis. Social Science Computer Review, 31(I), p. 56-

70.

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0894439312453277

Thompson J.C., Welling, M., Gomani-Chindebvu, E., (2013) Using GIS to integrate old

and new archaeological data from Stone Age deposits in Karonga, Malawi. International

Journal of Heritage in the Digital Era, vol. 2, number 4, p. 612-630.

https://scispace.com/pdf/using-gis-to-integrate-old-and-new-archaeological-data-from-

2d59gha0xn.pdf

Wheeler M. (1954) Archaeology from the earth. Oxford

https://archive.org/details/in.gov.ignca.1711

Additional literature will be provided during the course.

Knowledge: K_W03; K_W09; K_W13

Has advanced knowledge in the description, analysis, and interpretation of

archaeological documentation; possesses in-depth knowledge of methods and

techniques for documenting archaeological sources; knows and understands advanced

methods of analyzing and interpreting information contained in scholarly publications.

Skills: K_U03; K_U06; K_U09; K_U13

The student is able to:

creatively apply existing methods and techniques of spatial data collection, adapting

them to the needs arising from the specific nature of the issues under study;

independently analyze and interpret various types of spatial data, including

consideration of their context, using the latest research achievements in order to

determine their significance and impact within the socio-cultural process; select

appropriate methods for presenting the results of their research, also making use of

advanced information and communication technologies.

Social competences: K_K01; K_K04; K_K06

The student is ready to:

use the knowledge and skills they possess and is able to confront them with the opinions

of experts, especially from the fields of the exact sciences and life sciences;

critically assess interpretations of archaeological and historical sources using a multi-

faceted interpretative approach;

disseminate knowledge about cultural heritage through clear presentation of research

data.

Students will be asked to prepare following assignments:

1. Writing a short essay (1000 words) describing methods of data gathering and

visualization that students encountered during the excavations (30 points)

2. Digitalized drawing of archaeological field documentation (20 points)

3. Digitalized drawing of an artifact (20 points)

4. Digitalized documentation based on 3D models (20 points)

Additional 10 points will be given according to the level of participation in the classes

Scores: 51- 60 = 3; 61-89= 4; 90-100= 5