Summer 2023 - ARCH 200 D200
Special Topics in World Prehistory (3)
Class Number: 4785
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
May 8 – Jun 19, 2023: Tue, Wed, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Christina Giovas
cgiovas@sfu.ca
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Non-specialized introductory summaries of selected regional topics in world prehistory. Breadth-Social Sciences.
COURSE DETAILS:
This course provides an in-depth, comparative examination of the osteology of vertebrate animals. Emphasis is placed on the skeletal anatomy of fish, mammals, and birds; reptiles and amphibians are also considered. The influence of phylogeny, ecology, and locomotion on morphological characteristics is explored. Students gain practical experience with anatomical and taxonomic identification working with skeletal material in lab sessions. The course serves as a foundation for more advanced study in archaeology, biology, zoology, paleontology, forensics, and allied fields. No prerequisites; ARCH 101 or BISC 102 recommended.
Grading
- Semi-weekly quizzes 30%
- Lab worksheets 50%
- Final exam 20%
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
No textbook purchase required. Course readings on Canvas.
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
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Department Undergraduate Notes:
Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) 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:
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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
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