First Year Anthropology Courses

ANTH111 - Human Origins
ANTH119 - Introduction to Archaeology
ANTH121 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

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ANTH 1110

Human Origins (2,1,0) 3 credits

An introduction to the anthropological study of human origins. The course addresses the distinction between mythical and scientific explanations of the emergence of animal and human life. It outlines the basic principles of evolution and reviews the major stages of human prehistory. Although some attention is paid to the interplay between biology and culture, the course is designed for social science students who may lack extensive knowledge of biology.

Prerequisite: None

ANTH 1190

Introduction to Archaeology (2,1,0) 3 credits

An introduction to the discipline of archaeology, including the ways in which archaeologists reconstruct past cultures and lifeways, the development and major discoveries of archaeology, and the relationships between human material remains and human behavior. Students will gain an appreciation of what the past was like, what archaeological data are, and how archaeology is used to answer questions about the human condition.

Prerequisite: None

ANTH 1210

Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (2,1,0) 3 credits

A general introduction to cultural anthropology. The course is a survey of the main features of nonindustrial societies in various parts of the world. Subjects to be considered are: economy, political organization, kinship and marriage, forms of religious devotion.

Prerequisite: None