Austin Community College
Summer 2009 - OPEN COURSES
Course Descriptions All Courses Classroom Courses Distance Learning Courses
Updated: 10/27/2009 18:40:13
ANTHROPOLOGY
6 Week Session May 26 - July 7
5.5 Week Session June 1 - July 7
ANTH 2301 Physical Anthropology
G [16/27] 35029 Lec 005 RGC A254 MTWThF 9:05am - 10:35am OH Bell, Karen
ANTH 2351 Cultural Anthropology
G [21/36] 35032 Lec 001 RGC 110 MTWTh 12:15pm - 2:05pm OH Heiden, Sherry
5.5 Week Session July 8 - August 13
ANTH 2301 Physical Anthropology
G [18/24] 36746 Lec 001 RGC 111 MTWTh 10:40am - 12:30pm OH Davis, Clinton
ANTH 2351 Cultural Anthropology
G [12/36] 36748 Lec 002 NRG 2121 MTWThF 9:05am - 10:35am OH Smith, Gary
G [11/36] 36749 Lec 005 RGC A251 MTWTh 12:35pm - 2:25pm OH Schergen, Elizabeth
5.5 Week Session June 1 - July 7
ANTH 2301 Physical Anthropology
G [29/36] 35028 OPC 003 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Davis, Clinton
35028 - Internet access required. C. Davis, 223.3389, email: cdavis@austincc.edu
MANDATORY Online orientation at www.austincc.edu/cdavis ONLY from 5/28-6/4
ANTH 2302 Introduction to Archaeology
G [21/36] 35030 OPC 001 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Bell, Karen
35030 - Internet access required. K. Bell, 873.9445, email: bkell@austincc.edu.
MANDATORY Online orientation at www.austincc.edu/kbell ONLY from 5/30-6/4
ANTH 2351 Cultural Anthropology
G [46/48] 35035 OPC 006 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Heiden, Sherry
35035 - Internet access required. S. Heiden, 922-8980, email: sheiden@austincc.edu
MANDATORY Online orientation at www.austincc.edu/sheiden/ during the 1st week of
class.
11 Week Session June 1 - August 13
ANTH 2301 Physical Anthropology
G [48/41] 35809 OPC 004 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Davis, Clinton
35809 - Internet access required. C. Davis, 223.3389, email: cdavis@austincc.edu
MANDATORY Online orientation at www.austincc.edu/cdavis ONLY from 5/28-6/4
5.5 Week Session July 8 - August 13
ANTH 2301 Physical Anthropology
G [48/41] 36747 OPC 002 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Davis, Clinton
36747 - Internet access required. C. Davis, 223.3389, email: cdavis@austincc.edu
MANDATORY Online orientation at www.austincc.edu/cdavis ONLY from 7/3-7/9
ANTH 2351 Cultural Anthropology
G [31/36] 36750 OPC 007 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Chipley, Mary
36750 - Internet access required. M. Chipley, 413-4868, email drchipley@gmail.com
- MANDATORY Orientation info after 7/5 at www.austincc.edu/mchipley/
ANTH 2301 Physical Anthropology
An introduction to the study of the bio/cultural diversity of humans. The interaction between culture and biology produces a variety of human biological adaptations that are traced through the following avenues: the fossil record of primates, primate behavior, and the genetic makeup of modern populations.
Physical Anthropology: Honors - Please contact the Honors Department at 223–3255 or honors@austincc.edu for additional information.
ANTH 2302 Introduction to Archaeology
This course covers archaeological techniques for reconstructing ancient societies. Emphasis is placed on archaeological questions, scientific methods, and culture change.
ANTH 2351 Cultural Anthropology
This course introduces the student to a holistic study of culture. The major elements of human social behavior, material culture, and cultural diversity are studied as adaptations to social and environmental change--past and present.
ANTH 2373 Topics in Anthropology
Unique needs courses in Anthropology and Archaeology.
Archaeological Field Methods- This course introduces students to field and laboratory methods in archaeology. Course objectives include research design, surface survey and excavation, analysis of artifacts and other remains, and preparation of final reports. Emphasis on specific aspects of archaeological fieldwork will depend on where (US or international) taught.
Mesoamerican Archaeology- An introduction to the study of Mesoamerican prehistory. The rise of civilization, writing, religion, and technology in the New World’s greatest prehistoric society is traced through regional studies and field documentation.
ANTH 2389 Academic Cooperative in Anthropology
Integrates on-campus study with practical hands-on experience in anthropology. In conjunction with class seminars, the student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of anthropology, especially archaeological methods and processes. Prerequisite: ANTH 2302.