ANTH V03 — Introduction to Archaeology
This course is an introduction to anthropological archaeology, including discussion of scientific methods, the history of archaeology, field and laboratory methods used in the acquisition and analysis of archaeological data, techniques of age determination, and theories used to interpret the past. It explores strategies for explaining cultural behavior and cultural change, including important cultural sequences, and addresses the relevance of archaeological studies to contemporary social issues. Archaeological ethics and real-world issues concerning looting, collecting, preservation, cultural resource management, and the role of indigenous peoples are examined.
Part of
- Anthropology, Associate in Arts for Transfer
- Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs, Associate in Arts for Transfer
- California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC), Certificate of Achievement
- General Studies—Social and Behavioral Sciences, Associate in Arts (AA)
- Intercollegiate Athletics: 1-Year Certificate of Achievement
- Intercollegiate Athletics: 2-Year Certificate of Achievement