| ANTHROPOLOGY
(AN) |
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| AN 100 |
Introduction
to Cultural Anthropology |
3 cr |
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| Introduces
culture as a set of integrated behaviors and meanings
learned in a social environment. Explores the
diversity of human cultural practices in terms
of kinship, gender, religion, subsistence, and
politics. Language is emphasized as the means
by which culture is transmitted from one generation
to the next. Core Course. |
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| AN 101 |
Introduction
to Archaeology |
3 cr |
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and Physical
Anthropology |
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| The
place of people in nature; the origin, development,
and differentiation of people as biological organisms;
archaeological evidence of early human cultures;
basic concepts and principles for understanding
human cultures. Introduces students to the topics
of evolution, genetics, and primates and integrates
cultural aspects associated with early human development.
The fundamental orientation and methods of archaeology
are introduced and an overview of world prehistory
presented. Core Course. |
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| AN 200 |
Language
and Culture |
3 cr |
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| Brief
introduction to descriptive and structural linguistics,
language universals, classification and processes
of change in language, language and thought, social
cultural factors as expressed in language,
origin of language, child language, and non-verbal
communication. Prerequisite: AN 100 or AN 101 or AN 105 or AN 106. |
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| AN 210 |
Physical
Anthropology |
4 cr |
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| Course
focuses on humans as biological and cultural beings
and includes a laboratory. Covers variation in
modern human populations, as well as evolutionary
trends as seen in fossil remains. Also studies
nonhuman primates, such as apes and monkeys. Fulfills
a College of Arts and Sciences General Education
Core Requirement for the Natural Sciences. Fee. Corequisite: AN 210L. |
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| AN 210 L |
Physical Anthropology Lab |
0 cr |
| Course focuses on humans as biological and cultural begins. Covers variations in modern human populations, as well as evolutionary trends as seen in fossil remains. Also studies nonhuman primates, such as apes and monkeys, Lab. Corequisite: AN 210. |
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| AN 220 |
Archaeology Around the World |
3 cr |
| Archaeology is unique in its ability to demonstrate the shared heritage of humankind and the local variations of cultural evolution through time. This course covers the great span of prehistory from human origins through ancient civilizations, and includes the origin of food production. Ancient civilizations from all over the world are discussed from the viewpoint of archaeology with a focus on how archaeology allows us to understand the lives so the people who lived in simple societies as well as great civilizations. |
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| AN 290 |
Special
Topics |
1-3 cr |
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| Different
topics of anthropological importance will be studied
as announced. This course may be taken twice for
credit when content varies, but not for more than
six credits. Prerequisite: AN 100 or AN 101 or permission
of instructor. |
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| AN 305 |
Archaeological
Method and Theory |
3 cr |
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| The
theoretical basis of archaeology, and the various
methods used to discover and interpret the human
past from material evidence. Prerequisite: AN
100 or AN 101. |
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| AN 313 |
New World
Archaeology |
3 cr |
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| The
evolution of Native American cultures, from the
first arrival of humans across the Bering Straits
land bridge to the European settlement of the
New World. Prerequisite: AN 100 or AN 101. |
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| AN 335 |
Field
Work in Archaeology |
4 cr |
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| Archaeological
field and laboratory techniques include excavation,
site survey, artifact processing and analysis.
Fee. Prerequisites: AN 101 or AN 106 and permission of instructor. |
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| AN 340 |
Native
American Cultures (W) |
3 cr |
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| An
ethnographic and ethnohistorical survey of native
cultures of North America,
including historical and modern groups, with an
emphasis on Indians of the Southeast. Prerequisites:
AN 100 or AN 101 and EH 102 or EH 105. |
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| AN 342 |
Applied
Anthropology |
3 cr |
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| Issues
surrounding theory and method of applied anthropology.
Presentation and analysis of case studies concerning
problems in areas such as development, both domestic
and in foreign settings, community health, homelessness,
drug and alcohol abuse, and other. Prerequisite:
AN 100 or by permission of instructor. |
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| AN 344 |
SE Asian Cultures and Society |
3 cr |
| This course provides an anthropological assessment of the historical and political development of Southeast Asian societies, and an ethnographic survey of cultures in the region. Prerequisite: AN 100 or by permission of instructor. |
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| AN 345 |
Research Methods in Anthropology |
3 cr |
| A survey course designed for students majoring in Anthropology and other social science disciplines. The course explores the logic of scientific inquiry with special emphasis on the measurement of theoretical concepts, data analysis, and data collection techniques. Qualitative and quantitative approaches to understanding are presented as both are essential elements of Anthropology's holistic approach to understanding human diversity. Prerequisite: AN 100. |
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| AN 347 |
Latin
American Cultures and Societies |
3 cr |
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| A
survey of Latin American society and culture from
the precontact period to the present. Precolumbian
antecedents, colonial use of land and labor, patterns
of race and ethnicity, and problems of development
are examined. Prerequisite: AN 100 or AN 105 or by permission
of instructor. |
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| AN 354 |
Psychological
Anthropology |
3 cr |
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| This
course provides an introduction to anthropological
perspectives of the relationship between culture/society
and psychological processes. The course will survey
the history of anthropological interest in cross-cultural
psychology, and will address current topics of
interest of anthropologists in studies of the
mind, emotion, and mental illness in a wide range
of cultures. Prerequisite: AN 100 or by permission
of instructor. PSY 120 is
recommended. |
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| AN
355 |
Gender
and Anthropology |
3
cr |
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| This
course provides an introduction to anthropological
themes and debates in gender theory, including
an ethnographic survey of women and men in a variety
of cultures. Prerequisite: AN 100 or by permission
of instructor. |
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| AN 356 |
Kinship
and Social Organization |
3 cr |
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| Study
of the range of variation in family and extended
family relations. Marriage, sexuality, and household
organization are viewed in comparative perspective.
Prerequisite: AN 100. |
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| AN 357 |
Political
Anthropology |
3 cr |
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| Authority,
power, and conflict are examined cross-culturally
and in evolutionary perspective. Particular emphasis
is placed on the origins of stratification and
the state. Prerequisite: AN 100. |
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| AN 358 |
Economic
Anthropology |
3 cr |
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| An
evolutionary survey of production and exchange
in diverse societies. Considers the applicability
of western economic theory to nonmarket economies,
as well as their transformation by global capitalism.
Prerequisite: AN 100. |
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| AN 394 |
Directed
Studies |
1-3 cr |
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| Supervised
readings or projects. No more than a total of
six hours may be taken for credit. Prerequisite:
AN 100 or AN 101; prior approval of instructor. |
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| AN 435 |
Museum
Methods in Archaeology |
3 cr |
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| Archaeology
as practiced in museums, including the registration
and curation of archaeological collections; artifact
conservation; public interpretation of the past;
and exhibit design, composition, construction,
and evaluation. Prerequisite: AN 100 or 101. |
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| AN 440 |
Advanced
Archaeological Field Methods |
4 cr |
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| This
course involves participant instruction in archaeological
field and laboratory techniques, including advanced
excavation and survey methods, soils analysis,
site mapping with electronic instruments, sampling
strategy, and site interpretation. Prerequisite:
permission of instructor. |
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| AN 442 |
Cultural
Resource Management |
3 cr |
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| This
course examines the interaction between archaeologists,
architectural historians, historic preservationists,
state and federal governments, and the public
with regard to cultural resources. The focus of
the course is identification, evaluation, and
mitigation of cultural resources. Related topics
discussed include public perceptions of the past,
ethics, and being a professional in historical
preservation. |
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| AN 454 |
Anthropological
Theory (W) |
3 cr |
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| An
advanced historical survey of anthropological
ideas, with primary emphasis on contemporary theoretical
orientations and debates. Examines anthropology's
often contested status as a science or humanity.
Prerequisite: AN 100. |
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| AN 456 |
Health
and Culture (W) |
3 cr |
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| This
course provides an overview of a broad range of
subjects in the fields of medical anthropology
and medical sociology. It analyzes the ways in
which health, illness, and healing are embedded
in their cultural and social contexts. And it
investigates healing practices and meanings attributed
to health and illness in a variety of cultures
and social settings. Prerequisite: AN 100 or by
permission of instructor. |
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| AN 490 |
Special
Topics |
3 cr |
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| Different
topics of anthropological importance will be studied
as announced. This 3 hour course may be repeated for credit
as long as the content varies, up to a maximum of 6 credit hours. Prerequisites:
AN 101 or AN 105, senior standing: minimum of six hours of Anthropology
above 300 level; or permission of instructor. |
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| AN 492 |
Senior
Seminar |
3 cr |
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| Course
specifically designed for majors in their senior
year. Some topical aspect of the discipline will
be analyzed. Prerequisite: AN 100 or AN 101. |
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| AN 496 |
Anthropology
Internship |
3-6 cr |
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| Provides
an opportunity to combine academic principles
with practical experiences in an agency dealing
with human relationships, cultural resources,
or primate research. Specifics of the assignment
result from a mutual agreement among student,
course director and agency. Course may be repeated
for a maximum of six hours of credit. Prerequisites:
Advanced standing in Anthropology major and permission
of instructor. |
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| AN
498 |
Senior Thesis |
3
cr |
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With the guidance and
advice of a faculty mentor, students will identify
and carry out an in-depth, year-long, field
research project in anthropology. The Senior
Thesis will be judged and graded by a committee
of three faculty, chaired by the faculty mentor. This course will be repeated to continue the thesis during a second semester.
This is a 3 hour course that is expected to be repeated once for a total of six hours. Prerequisites: Anthropology major; senior
status; permission of a faculty mentor through
an AN 394 Directed Studies course taken during
the junior year. |
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| AN 499 |
Honors
Senior Thesis (H) |
3 cr |
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With the guidance and advice
of a faculty mentor, honors
students will identify
and carry out an in-depth, field research project
in anthropology. The Honors Senior Thesis will
be judged and graded by a committee of three
faculty, chaired by the faculty mentor. This
is a 3 hour course that can be repeated once for a total of six hours. Prerequisites: Anthropology major; senior
status; permission of a faculty mentor·
grade-point average of 3.5; and completion of
a thesis prospectus, prepared in consultation
with the faculty mentor through an AN 394 Directed
Studies course taken during the junior year. |
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| AN 535 |
Museum Methods in Archaeology |
3 cr |
| Archaeology as practiced in museums, including the registration and curation of archaeological collections; artifact conservation; public interpretation of the past; and exhibit design, composition, construction, and evaluation. |
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| AN 542 |
Advanced Cultural Resource Management |
3 cr |
| Archaeology as practiced in museums, including the registration and curation of archaeological collections; artifact conservation; public interpretation of the past; and exhibit design, composition, construction, and evaluation. |
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| AN 594 |
Directed Studies |
1-3 cr |
| Field or library projects through which special interest of the student may be pursued on a tutorial basis with a graduate faculty member. Arrangements must be made prior to registration. Permission of the Department Chair is required. |
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