Overview
The topic will provide students with the theoretical and practical training necessary for researching ships and ship construction. Students will develop an in-depth knowledge of the basics of recording, representing and interpreting ship construction. Students should expect to learn nautical terminology, the basic components of a ship and activities on … For more content click the Read More button below.
Aims
This topic aims to:
- Provide students with the theoretical and practical training necessary for understanding ship research and construction
- Introduce students to the basics of recording, representing and interpreting ship construction and provide practical, hands-on training necessary for an advance understanding of ship research
- Present students with opportunities to apply their practical and interpretive skills during problem-solving exercises
Learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
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Compare the various processes of ship construction relevant to maritime archaeology
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Develop practical skills for recording shipwrecks from basic drawings of artefacts and timbers to full-scale ship lines, construction plans and reconstruction models
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Build technical and interpretive skills acquired during the topic to future research projects
Requisites information
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Additional information
Other topic information
SCUBA diving qualifications are not necessary for participation.
Practicum placements are dependent on the availability of a suitable provider. Students may not be able to enrol in this topic if a suitable provider cannot be found.