National Occupational Standards in
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AC1 Research and analyse information for archaeological purposes

Elements

AC1.1 Identify sources and availability of information

AC1.2 Collect information to achieve research objectives

AC1.3 Analyse research information

AC1.4 Report results

Unit Commentary

This unit is for archaeologists who undertake research. It covers both researchers conducting research they have proposed, either alone or as principal investigators at the head of research teams, and researchers working as members of those teams.

A research project involves the collection and analysis of information and the timely reporting of the results. This unit includes identifying sources of information, what problems may be encountered, collecting the information to meet the needs of the research, ensuring that the information is recorded and stored correctly, recording, storing and analysing information using appropriate methods, and identifying and communicating the results of the research.

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