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Follow the development of American society from the inception of colonization in the 16th century through the industrialization of the 19th century. Both courses will focus on the delineation of the cultural process operative during this time frame through an examination of the historic archaeological records.
Follow the development of American society from the inception of colonization in the 16th century through the industrialization of the 19th century. Both courses will focus on the delineation of the cultural process operative during this time frame through an examination of the historic archaeological records.
Presents the student with an introduction to the prehistoric archaeology of North America from the entry of man into the new world (circa 32,000 BC) to contact with Europeans in AD 1492.
Provides an introduction to basic archaeological principles, as well as the development of the historical background of the prehistoric cultural histories of man's arrival and activities in South America. This course is designed to cover man's presence from earliest times during the Ice Age through the beginnings of the Inca Empire prior to European contact.
Presents an introduction to the archaeology of the Near East from the inception of urbanization (circa 5,000 BC) to the First Jewish Revolt in AD 66-70. The student will gain an understanding of the cultural factors responsible for the development of the diverse societies found in the Near East and the role of archaeology in the discovery and reconstruction of these extinct cultures.
Traces the history of, and subsequent development of, urban civilization. Through the use of archaeological and historical sources, students will be able to understand the beginnings of urbanization and its effect on man and his environment.