ANTH 230 Introduction to Archaeology
Introduction to how the past is studied by archaeologists. The history of archaeology, archaeological theories, and archaeological methods will be discussed and explored in multiple contexts, emphasizing visual and hands-on learning.
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AAOT Cultural Literacy, AAOT Social Sciences, AAS Human Relations, AGS Social Science, AS Liberal Arts Core IV
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Explore and analyze the nature of archaeological evidence and what it can and cannot tell us from the past. Apply current scientific methods to archaeology. Describe similarities and differences between cultures and apply the anthropological approach of cultural relativism.