260271 VO Advanced Module Nuclear and Isotope Physics (2008S)
Science based dating methods
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Di 15:45-17:15 VERA-SR Isotopenforschung, Währinger Straße 17, Hoftrakt, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien.
Vorbesprechung: Di 4.3.2008 15:45;
Beginn voraussichtlich am 11.3.2008
Vorbesprechung: Di 4.3.2008 15:45;
Beginn voraussichtlich am 11.3.2008
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Aims, contents and method of the course
This lecture gives an introduction to "science-based" dating methods. Methods covering the time span relevant for archaeology, palaeontology and prehistory, will be presented in detail. Emphasis will be put on the well established 14C-method. In addition, methods applicable for geological time scales, (e.g. 40K/40Ar-method) will be discussed.
Assessment and permitted materials
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
The participants will get an overview of the most important dating methods. This should enable the students to assess the applicability of the discussed methods for specific dating problems.
Examination topics
Lecture; visit at the sample preparation and accelerator laboratory of VERA.
Reading list
Literatur wird zu den einzelnen Methoden in der Vorlesung angegeben.
Association in the course directory
PD250,310;LA-Ph212(1),LA-Ph212(4)
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