2007 Tucson Tree-Ring Summer School
Dendroarchaeology, Dendroclimatology, Dendroecology
14 May - 1 June, 2007 in Tucson, Arizona, USA
The Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research (LTRR) is offering short summer courses in dendrochronology, including studies in dendroclimatology, dendroecology, and dendroarchaeology. Classes will convene May 14 - June 1, 2007 on the campus of the University of Arizona in Tucson.
Dendrochronology is the study of natural and human processes that are recorded in the tree-ring record. This record is retained over time due to the remarkable preservation qualities of wood, and across the wide geographical distribution of trees. Through the science of dendrochronology, a broad range of ecological, climatic, geological, and cultural variables can be reconstructed and analyzed with high spatial and temporal resolution.
These three-week intensive courses will introduce students to theory, laboratory and field techniques, and current research in each subfield. Courses will be based at the LTRR, with field trips to sites in the region. Lectures will be presented by course instructors and other leading scientists. Course readings are drawn primarily from the published literature, and laboratory sessions are integral to the learning experience. Classes are designed for graduate students as well as faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and working professionals with suitable backgrounds. Advanced undergraduates are welcome in dendroarcheology and dendroecology only.
We look forward to working with you! If you live outside the USA, please contact the local contact (listed below) before registering.
Course Information
- Dendroarchaeology Instructor: Dr Ron Towner (GEOS 497j & GEOS 597j) (May 14 - June 1, 2007; local contact Ron Towner)
- Dendroarchaeology course description (*.doc).
- Dendroclimatology Co-Instructors: Dr Malcolm Hughes & Dr Ramzi Touchan (GEOS 597i) (May 14 - June 1, 2007; local contacts Malcolm Hughes, Ramzi Touchan)
- Dendroclimatology 2007 Syllabus
- Please read this ASAP, too.
- Dendroecology Co-Instructors: Dr Don Falk, Dr Tom Swetnam & Dr Ann Lynch (GEOS 497k & GEOS 597k) (May 14 - June 1, 2007; local contact Don Falk)
- 2007 Dendroecology Syllabus (PDF).
- Dendroecology Programs
Teaching Assistant (all three courses): Rebecca Franklin rebecca@ltrr.arizona.edu, office hours by arrangement during course.
Important Information
2006 Campus Map
2006 Campus map with classroom locations highlighted
Location of joint classroom for first week: ENRB building, Room 253
Location of Gould-Simpson classrooms (201 & 203) for subsequent lectures
Accommodations
Information on local housing options (see Susan Hautala for more info: hautalas@email.arizona.edu).
Information on university housing options.
Registration
The University of Arizona has further information about its Summer School, including details of when to register for courses. See schedule of classes for additional information.
Dendroecology Summer Session Field Trip 2006
Information and photos from last years field trip...
Dendroarcheology Summer Session Field Trip 2006
Information and photos from last year's field trip...
