Carbon-14 Course
Gain expertise in radiocarbon dating throughout the entire process, from meticulous field sampling to advanced Bayesian calibration. Tailored for physics professionals, the Carbon-14 Course equips you with practical methods to minimise contamination risks, analyse AMS data accurately, troubleshoot dating anomalies, and develop reliable chronologies for archaeological sites, ensuring precise and trustworthy age determinations.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a comprehensive, practical guide to radiocarbon dating using Carbon-14, covering field sampling, contamination prevention, laboratory pretreatment, AMS analysis, calibration techniques, material selection, Bayesian chronology construction, issue resolution, and effective communication of results to teams and stakeholders.
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Develop skills
- Master professional Carbon-14 sampling techniques for uncontaminated collection, labelling, and transportation.
- Prepare diverse materials like wood, charcoal, bone, and textiles for precise AMS laboratory analysis.
- Construct robust Bayesian models to generate calibrated chronologies with dependable age-depth relationships.
- Identify and resolve common dating challenges, including outliers, old wood effects, reservoir offsets, and contamination.
- Effectively convey calibrated radiocarbon ages and associated uncertainties to non-expert colleagues and stakeholders.
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