This document outlines the course objectives, units, and references for a course on archaeology. The course aims to help students understand the meaning and scope of archaeology as well as how it can be used as a source for history. It is divided into 4 units that will cover topics like exploration methods, prehistoric cultures in India, megalithic cultures, excavations of important Indus sites, and ware cultures. The course will also examine epigraphy, numismatics, and important archaeologists. The references section lists several books and papers that provide further information on topics like Indian and South Indian archaeology, epigraphy, and excavation methods.