Fall 2025 - ARCH 101 D100
Reconstructing the Human Past (3)
Class Number: 4640
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2025: Mon, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Eric Guiry
eric.guiry@sfu.ca
Office Hours: Check CANVAS
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
A survey of methods used by archaeologists to discover and interpret the past. Examples will be drawn from selected sites and cultures around the world. Students who have taken ARCH 201 may not enroll in ARCH 101. Breadth-Social Sciences.
COURSE DETAILS:
This course will introduce students to key concepts, principles, and methods that archaeologists use to reconstruct ancient human societies. Examples will be drawn from archaeological research from throughout the world, illustrated by slides and films. Students will be evaluated based in-class quizzes, a written assignment, a midterm exam, and a final exam.
Grading
- In class quizzes (best 5 of 7) 25%
- Midterm exam 25%
- Assignment 1 25%
- Final exam 25%
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
Archaeology Essentials: Theories, Methods and Practice. 5th Edition. Colin Renfrew and Paul Bahn. Thames & Hudson, London
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.
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:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
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To learn more about the academic disciplinary process and relevant academic supports, visit:
- SFU’s Academic Integrity Policy: S10-01 Policy
- SFU’s Academic Integrity website, which includes helpful videos and tips in plain language: Academic Integrity at SFU
RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.