Spring 2019 - ARCH 385 D100
Paleoanthropology (5)
Class Number: 5828
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jan 3 – Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby -
Exam Times + Location:
Apr 13, 2019
Sat, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Mark Collard
mcollard@sfu.ca
1 778 782-8166
Office: SWH 9105
Office Hours: Fridays 12:30-2:20 pm
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Prerequisites:
ARCH 131 and 272/272W.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
The relationship between culture and biology in prehistoric human evolution. The recognition and critical evaluation of the significance of the similarities and differences among fossil human types.
COURSE DETAILS:
This course aims to provide a thorough introduction to the study of human evolution while also enhancing key academic skills. The first half of the course is devoted to the conceptual and analytical tools that are used in palaeoanthropology. In the second half of the course, we will examine some key issues in human evolution research, including the number of fossil hominin species, the role played by dietary change in the emergence of genus Homo, and the capabilities of the Neanderthals. The course will comprise a mix of lectures, seminars, lab sessions, and student presentations.
Grading
- 2 article reviews 20%
- 4 lab assignments 20%
- 1 presentation 25%
- 1 term paper 35%
- (This may change, depending on enrollment) 0%
NOTES:
This course fulfulls a Group III requirement.
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
There is no required textbook for the course. We will read the primary literature instead.
Department Undergraduate Notes:
Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need classroom or exam accommodations are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Students with Disabilities (1250 Maggie Benston Centre) as soon as possible to ensure that they are eligible and that approved accommodations and services are implemented in a timely fashion.
Deferred grades will be given only on the basis of authenticated medical disability.
Registrar Notes:
SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.
Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html
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