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The Archaeology of Death
ANTH372 SP

Crosslistings: CCIV372,ARCP372

This course will focus on the reconstruction of past lifeways from the information derived from the excavation and analysis of the cemeteries of extinct cultures: for example, social organization, ritual practice, demographics, health and nutrition. Both theoretical and methodological considerations will be emphasized.

MAJOR READINGS

Metcalf and Huntington, CELEBRATIONS OF DEATH, and various reserve readings.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Four essays and an oral presentation.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Additional Requirements and/or Comments not known

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: ANTH151 OR CCIV204

Last Updated on MAR-24-2000

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