ANTH 6 - Introduction to Archaeology and Prehistory

    Recent Professors
    Alisha Ragland, Elias Kary
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    35 students
    Difficulty
    5.7Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in ANTH 6L
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ANTH 6
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4A · CSU GE Area D1 · CSU GE Area D7
    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. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online. [C-ID ANTH 150]
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 9:30am–10:55am, Wed 11:00am–2:20pm