Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2026 - ARCH 131 OL02

Human Origins (3)

Class Number: 4190

Delivery Method: Online

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Online

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Jul 20, 2026
    Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Aug 19, 2026
    Wed, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A non-technical survey of the primate background of humans, fossil primates, and fossil humans, and the associated evidence of cultural development. An introduction to physical anthropology. Breadth-Social Sci/Science.

Grading

  • Mid-term exam 50%
  • Final exam 50%

NOTES:

Midterm will be on July 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm, Online.
Final exam will be scheduled closer to the exam period.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Stanford CB, Allen JS, Antón SC. Exploring biological anthropology: The essentials. Boston, Pearson Education. ISBN: 9780134014012

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:

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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.