ANTH 062     Introduction to Physical Anthropology     3 Units

The course introduces the concepts, methods of inquiry, and scientific explanation for biological evolution and their application to humans. It examines the evolution of human biology and behavior, theories of human origins, principle of evolution, genetics, human variation, bio-cultural adaptations, prehistoric humans, and primate behavior. The scientific method serves as the foundation for this course. (C-ID ANTH 110)

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: D, B2   IGETC: 4, 5B   District GE: D, B2

ANTH 062L     Physical Anthropology Laboratory     1 Unit

This laboratory course is designed for students to become familiar with the methods of biological anthropology while investigating topics in laboratory and field situations. Topics covered in the course include the scientific method, biological variation and forces of evolution, genetics, human osteology and variation, comparative osteology and behavior of primates, and fossil evidence for human evolution. Field trips may be required. (C-ID ANTH 115L)

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Prerequisite: ANTH 062 with C or better or concurrent enrollment

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: B3   IGETC: 5C   District GE: B3

ANTH 063     Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology     3 Units

This course introduces the student to an overview of the field of social and cultural anthropology. Topics include the development of the field of anthropology, the concept of culture, language and communication, subsistence patterns and economic systems. Other topics covered are sex and marriage, family, kinship and descent, political systems, belief systems, the expressive culture and the challenge of globalization. (C-ID ANTH 120)

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: D   IGETC: 4   District GE: D, ES

ANTH 064     Introduction to Archaeology     3 Units

This course is an introduction to the historical development, theory and techniques of archaeological research and fieldwork. A comparative approach to study the development of ancient cultures will be utilized. The course will also focus on cultural resource management, survey and selection of field sites, dating, excavation, artifact classification, interpretation of data and written analysis. Some field work will be required. (C-ID ANTH 150)

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: B2, D   IGETC: 4   District GE: B2, D

ANTH 066     Native Peoples of California     3 Units

Study of the many cultures of the different native inhabitants of California from the prehistoric period to the present time. Covers an introduction to the diversity and complexity of aboriginal California. Includes the environmental adaptation, material culture, social structure, ideology, and response to change. Examines the impact of the other Native, European, Asian and African groups on those cultures as well as the contributions of Native Californians to the cultures of the Americas.

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: D   IGETC: 4   District GE: D, ES

ANTH 090     Introduction to Mesoamerica     3 Units

This course will examine the origins, evolution, experiences, achievements, and decline of the major indigenous civilizations from Mesoamerica. Students will be exposed to the dominant groups from this particular time period which include the Olmecas, Maya, Teotihuacanes, Zapotecas, Mixtecas, Toltecas and the Mexicas. Particular attention will be paid to their geographical location, subsistence patterns, religion, political structure, economy, education, family and marriage patterns, warfare, music, art and the decline of these groups. The course will also examine how this rich heritage has impacted the modern Chicana/o (Mexican American).

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: D   IGETC: 4   District GE: D, ES