Community Archaeology
The SUNY Schenectady Community Archaeology Program (CAP) offers courses in which students
can earn a non-credit Certificate of Proficiency in Archaeology as well as special
topic courses. Students 16 years of age and older may enroll. Lectures, readings,
discussions, field trips, and hands-on activities are among the teaching methods employed
in all courses. Students learn critical thinking, analysis, and other general skills
that they can apply in the field, lab, and in their personal research. They also have
the opportunity to participate in local, regional, and national archaeological associations,
and they can use the program as a stepping-stone to undergraduate and/or graduate
degrees in anthropology and related fields.
Current archaeology courses can be found in the Program and Course Catalog.
Additional information in the CAP brochure.
Certificate of Proficiency in Archaeology
In order to earn the Certificate of Proficiency in Archaeology, students must complete six required courses and experience (see chart below). This certificate provides students an educational opportunity through classroom instruction and experience to learn about regional archaeology and acquire the knowledge and skills needed in order to pursue archaeology under professional supervision
| Courses | Semester | Total Lecture Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CFP 102 Native American Archaeology | Fall | 30 |
| CFP 103 Laboratory Practices | Spring | 30 |
| CFP 106 Historical Archaeology | Spring | 30 |
| CFP 107 Recording and Archiving Archaeological Data | Fall | 30 |
| CFP 108 Researching/Interpreting Documents | Spring | 30 |
| CFP 109 Archaeological Field Work Program | Spring | 30 |
Requirements: Above listed six courses or equivalents (approved by Community Archaeology faculty) and 60 volunteer hours (30 lab and 30 fieldwork) under CFP 100 Archaeology Research.
Certificate of Advanced Study in Community Archaeology (CASCA)
Students who have completed the Certificate of Proficiency in Archaeology are eligible to obtain a CASCA by successfully completing CFP 101 Independent Archaeology Project and six special topic courses. Students must consult with a SUNY Schenectady-CAP instructor about enrollment in the Independent Study course.