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ANT 244: Rise And Fall Of Civilizations
3 credits
Explore the Egyptian pyramids, Great Wall of China, and architectural wonders of Mesopotamia, Central America, and Asia. Evaluate theories and archaeological evidence pertaining to technological achievements of humans and our ancestors, from the first stone tools to the invention of writing, food production, and the rise and fall of civilizations. (Learning Goals:G;Distribution Reqs:Social Sciences)
Learning Goals
Objectives: This course covers theories and archaeological evidence pertaining to the regional development of complex human societies, food production, resource storage, and eventually, states. Study human cognitive, technological, and socio-economic developments from around the world. Cross-culturalcomparisons contrast attributes shared by pre-industrial state-organized societies and the emergence of bureaucratic centralization, social and economic stratification, as well as political power. Students should finish the course with a wider appreciation for the achievements and diversity of the ancients. Learning Goals: As a learning community, class participants develop global learning abilities through research and group dialogue pertaining to human social, economic, and technological developments over time. Reading comprehension of technical scientific evidence and lecture-based information is also a primary goal for this course. Student achievement will be assessed through period exams and participation.
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Sections Offered: Spring 2024 |
| Rise And Fall Of Civilizations |
| 0103-244-001 |
B. Wygal |
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Tue/Thu |
9:25 am - 10:40 am |
GC - NEX 126 |
3 |
This Course is Filled to Capacity |