Description
The study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behaviors and institutions. Introduces the major sub-fields: physical and cultural anthropology, archaeology, linguistics, their applications, and ethics in the discipline.
48 lecture hours
Meets NCTC Core Curriculum Requirements
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Describe the key concepts and methods of anthropology.
2. Compare and contrast the sub-fields of anthropology, including but not limited to physical anthropology, cultural anthropology, and archaeology.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of anthropological approaches to human diversity.