Studying online
There are now 3 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
Units available in Online Restricted mode have been adapted for online study only for those students who require the unit to complete their studies and who are unable to attend campus owing to exceptional circumstances beyond their control. To be enrolled in a unit in Online Restricted mode, students should contact their Student Advising Office through askUWA
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Unit Overview
- Description
This unit investigates rock art as a global but culturally diverse phenomenon over the past 100 000 years that defines us as modern humans. The unit is taught by world experts from UWA's renowned Centre for Rock Art Research + Management. Topics cover: rock art dating, pigment analysis, interpretation of rock art, Indigenous perspectives, symbolic behaviour, conservation, and intellectual property issues.The unit provides students with the skill to understand visual communication cross-culturally and the ethics of images. This unit is a prerequisite for the ARCY2005 Rock Art Field School, which provides essential hands-on skills.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Semester 1 UWA (Perth) Face to face Semester 1 Online Online timetabled - Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 2 option in the Archaeology major sequence
- Level 2 elective
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) demonstrate an understanding of the theories and methods archaeologists use to identify, record and interpret rock art in scientific and culturally appropriate manners, as well as recognising the emerging role of digital technology in this process; (2) demonstrate an understanding and ethical appreciation of rock art, the antiquity of rock art and its cultural heritage value in a global context; (3) explain current conservation practices used in the management of rock art and their implications for archaeology; (4) comprehend archaeological literature, specialised terminology and data, and communicate this in an appropriate manner both orally and through written expression; and (5) demonstrate critical reading skills and source criticism.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) essay; (2) test; and (3) tutorial assignments. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Professor Jo McDonald and Professor Joakim Goldhahn
- Unit rules
- Prerequisites
- 12 points of Level 1 study
- Contact hours
- Lectures: 1 x 1 hour per week
Tutorials: 1 x 1 hour per week - Note
- Note that this Unit is a pre-requisite for ARCY2005 Rock Art Fieldschool. ARCY2005 places students in live fieldwork situations working with archaeologists, Indigenous partners, Industry partners and the public and is a great Work Integrated Learning experience.
- Texts
Optional but recommended:
McDonald, J. & Veth, P. 2012. A Companion to Rock Art. Chichester: Wiley-Blackwell.
Smith, B. W., Helskog, K. & Morris, D. 2012. Working with Rock Art: recording, presenting and understanding rock art using indigenous knowledge. Johannesburg: Wits University Press.
Whitley, D. S. 2001. Rock art and rock art research in worldwide perspective, in Whitley, D. S. (ed.), Handbook of rock art research: 7–51. Lanham, CA: Altamira Press.
Copies of these books in the Reid Library
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.