ANTH 167 - Introduction to Archaeology

Comprehensively surveys the methods and theories employed to recover archaeological data and interpret the prehistoric past through material culture; case studies from different cultures around the world are studied as illustrations. Throughout the course emphasis is given to how archaeology is anthropological and to the relevance of archaeology to contemporary societies. Course provides the foundation for evaluating and understanding the goals, data, and results of archaeological research. Archaeology foundations course. 4 credits. Offered every Fall semester.