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Anthropologists and Archeologists

  • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Tasks

What tasks do Anthropologists and Archeologists perform?

  • Collect information and make judgments through observation, interviews, and review of documents.

  • Research, survey, or assess sites of past societies and cultures in search of answers to specific research questions.

  • Write about and present research findings for a variety of specialized and general audiences.

  • Assess archeological sites for resource management, development, or conservation purposes and recommend methods for site protection.


Knowledge

What do Anthropologists and Archeologists need to know?

  • Sociology and Anthropology

    Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.

  • History and Archeology

    Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.

  • English Language

    Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.


Skills

What skills do Anthropologists and Archeologists need?

  • Reading Comprehension

    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

  • Writing

    Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

  • Speaking

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.



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