GRS 377

Ships and Seamanship in the Ancient World

Units: 1.5

Hours: 3-0-0

Introduction to the maritime archaeology and marine technology of the Bronze Age Near Eastern, Greek and Roman cultures, using the evidence presented by archaeological remains of ships and harbours, and ancient visual representations and literary texts. Topics include harbour and ship design and construction, equipment, sailing techniques, navigation and underwater archaeology.

Recommendation(s):

One of GRS 203, GRS 371, GRS 372 recommended prior to GRS 377.

Undergraduate course in Greek and Roman Studies offered by the Department of Greek and Roman Studies in the Faculty of Humanities.