ANTH 3313 - Archaeology

Three credit hours.

What do we know about past human cultures from the remains they left behind? This course is an introduction to the methods and goals of archaeological discovery. How and why do archaeologist choose research questions and what techniques do they use to answer them? What is archaeology’s role in addressing cultural heritage issues and other contemporary social concerns? The course will develop problem-solving skills, ethics, and a greater understanding of the diversity of human ways of life. Lecture, discussion, and activities.