Comparative Osteology in Bioarchaeology
Curso de Formação
Ano Letivo 2024/2025

Course Overview

This course focuses on the basics of comparative osteology and its application in
bioarchaeology. Structured in two face-to-face sessions spread over two weeks, the
Comparative Osteology in Bioarchaeology course will cover:
The osteology of anatomical regions in different domestic species and species of
archaeological interest;
Comparative osteology, by anatomical region, in the species covered;
Osteology as a tool for identifying animal species;
The relevance of zooarchaeology and taphonomy in archaeology
Recording and main quantification indexes of archaeofaunal remains;
Linear biometry, sexing, ageing and animal management models;
Taphonomic indicators related to the nutritive, subaerial and fossildiagenetic phases;
Identification of animal feeding, reproduction, and mobility strategies.

Organic Unit: School of Science and Technology

Duration: 3 Weeks/2 ECTS credits ( required in curricular units)

Language: Portuguese

Regime: Presencial

CNAEF Areas:

Biology and biochemistry (421)

Study Plan

For Whom

Bachelors or professional in Bioarchaeology.

Vacancies and Applications

Tuition Fees

Information not available.

Course Committee

Director: Teresa Fernandes [tmf@uevora.pt]

teaching staff

Timetables

Information not available.

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