ANTH 2 - Introduction to Archaeology

    Recent Professors
    J. Shaw
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4A · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area D1 · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    This course is an introduction to the study of concepts, theories, data and models of anthropological archaeology that contribute to our knowledge of the human past. The course includes a discussion of the nature of scientific inquiry; the history and interdisciplinary nature of archaeological research; dating techniques; methods of survey, excavation, analysis, and interpretation; cultural resource management; professional ethics; and selected cultural sequences. This course includes a lab component.
    Usually Held
    Mon 11:40am–1:45pm, Wed 11:40am–2:50pm