Anthropology Course Descriptions

ANTHR 101	Cultural Anthropology	3 Behavioral Science Credits
This course focuses on the cultural behavior of human beings and examines the origin and development of culture. Cross-cultural studies are used to highlight how human groups share common traits as well as how they differ. Course topics include how culture is acquired and shared, the reflexive nature of culture regarding personality, gender, economics, sexuality, kinship, politics, religion, art, and culture change. Class hrs. 3.
ANTHR 102	Intro to Archaeology	3 Behavioral Science Credits
This course introduces students to archaeology as a scientific discipline through lectures, discussions, and exercises. The course covers a wide range of theoretical and methodological topics that are illustrated from cultures around the world with an emphasis on New World examples. This course provides the basis for evaluating and understanding the goals, data and results of archaeological research. Class hrs. 3.
ANTHR 103	Physical Anthropology	3 Behavioral Science Credits
This course provides and in-depth review of all aspects of physical anthropology. The class explores the nature of being human and what that means in relation to human ancestry and our place in the natural world. Course topics include genetic adaptation and population dynamics, human biological variation, getting to know the living primates, and exploration of the human ancestor fossil record. Class hrs. 3.