ANTH 02280 - Old World Archeology

Credits: 3

This course will explore the ancient cultures of the Old World from an archaeological perspective. Possible topics include, but are not limited to, European Prehistory, Ancient Egypt, Archaeology of Greece and Rome, African Prehistory, Indus Valley Prehistory, and the Prehistory of China. Emphases will be placed upon: current research trends and findings particularly in the last three decades; prehistoric cultural ecology; culture change and culture process; and current new and traditional controversies, from the earliest hunter-gatherers to settled societies, animal and plant domestication, to the impact of civilizations and empires, and the impact of archaeological conservation. Students will research articles on discoveries and debates, prepare a research report, and apply learned archaeological methods in a simulated excavation. This courses will be offered annually.

Prerequisite Courses: ANTH 02203 with a minimum grade of C-
Course Attributes: CAT, MCUL, UGRD