1. Introduction, by Thomas R. Hester
Contemporary Issues The Burgeoning Literature Archaeology and Archaeologists Guide to Further Reading
2. Goals of Archaeological Investigation, by Harry J. Shafer
Kinds of Archaeology Anthropological Archaeology: A Chronology of Change Goals of Archaeology Today Guide to Further Reading
3. Research Design and Sampling Techniques, by Harry J. Shafer
Research Design Sampling Methods Sampling Realities Guide to Further Reading
4. Site Survey, by Kenneth L. Feder
Goals of Site Survey Survey Phases Basic Considerations in Site Survey Factors in Survey Design Background Research Field Methods in Site Survey Practical Considerations Guide to Further Reading
5. Methods of Excavation, by Thomas R. Hester
Tools and Equipment for Field Archaeology Approaches to Excavation Site Excavation Techniques Excavation Methods Screening Excavated Deposits Excavating a Typical Unit Excavating Special Site Types Backdirt and Backfilling Some Hazards in Fieldwork Guide to Further Reading
6. Data Preservation: Recording and Collecting, by Kenneth L. Feder
Preserving Context Through Record Keeping Associating Records with Objects Computerized Record Keeping Collection and Protection of Certain Artifacts Collection and Analysis of Soil Samples Rock Art Recording Guide to Further Reading
7. The Handling and Conservation of Artifacts in the Field, by Thomas R. Hester
General Field Procedures Methods to Use and Avoid Field Techniques for Specific Artifact Types Curation Facilities Guide to Further Reading
8. Archaeological Field Photography, by Harry J. Shafer
Objectives of Field Photography Some Basic Elements of Photography Camera Equipment Accessory Equipment Some Suggestions for Field Photography Field Care of Equipment Subject Matter Negative Storage Field Photography: A Recap Guide to Further Reading
9. Archaeological Mapping, Site Grids, and Surveying, by L. Kyle Napton, with Elizabeth Anne Greathouse
Imaging Techniques General Map Types USGS Topographic Quadrangles Land Information Systems (LIS) Archaeological Site Record Maps Site Datum Point and Site Grid The Global Positioning System (GPS) and Mapping Archaeological Site Plan Maps Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Computers and Electronics in Surveying and Mapping Map Production Parting Thoughts Guide to Further Reading
10. Stratigraphy, by R. E. W. Adams and Fred Valdez, Jr.
Definition Principles Goals Techniques of Excavation, Labeling, and Recording Special Situations The Problem of Sampling Special Aids Guide to Further Reading
11. Excavation and Analysis of Human Remains, by Joseph F. Powell, D. Gentry Steele, and Michael B. Collins
Why Excavate Human Remains? Research with Skeletal Populations Skeletal Biology Types of Interments Excavating Burials Osteological Analysis Legal and Ethical Considerations Guide to Further Reading
12. Excavation and Recovery of Botanical Materials from Archaeological Sites, by Richard G. Holloway
Material Types Processing Methods Guide to Further Reading
13. Basic Approaches in Archaeological Faunal Analysis, by Barry W. Baker, Brian S. Shaffer, and D. Gentry Steele
Faunal Assemblage Composition Common Research Topics Data Collection Taphonomy and Factors Affecting Faunal Assemblage Composition Reconstructing Human Diet and Subsistence Estimating Seasonality Paleoenvironmental Reconstruction Ethical Considerations Guide to Further Reading
14. Chronological Methods, by Thomas R. Hester
Methods for Absolute (Chronometric) Chronology Methods for Relative Chronology Concluding Observations Guide to Further Reading
Appendix A: Tables of Equivalents and Conversion FactorsAppendix B: Sources of Supplies and ServicesReferencesIndex
