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Archaeology ARKY

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Instruction offered by members of the Department of Archaeology in the Faculty of Arts.

Department Head - B.P. Kooyman

Archaeology 501

Practical Problems in Archaeological Interpretation

Exercises in the analysis and interpretation of a variety of archaeological data sets.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Archaeology 201 or 205 or consent of the Department.

Archaeology 503

Gender in Prehistory

The theoretical background for feminist archaeology and some of the important advances in Old and New World gender studies. Topics include the relationship of gender hierarchy to the rise of the state; contrasts between the ideological representation of gender and culture practice; and an overarching theme of critical analysis relating the present to the past.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Archaeology 451 or consent of the Department.

Archaeology 505

Topics of Debate

Topics of debate in archaeology and human biology from a perspective that emphasizes philosophical, theoretical and methodological issues. Designed to hone students' critical, analytical, and debating skills, and as preparation for graduate studies.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Archaeology 451.
Notes: Archaeology 505 should be taken in the final year of the program.

Archaeology 506

Advanced Archaeological Field Techniques

As a continuation of Archaeology 306, students are offered training in the more advanced aspects of fieldwork.
Course Hours: F(0-7)
Prerequisite(s): Pure Mathematics 30; Archaeology 201 and 306.
Notes: Normally offered during the Spring and/or Summer Terms.

Archaeology 523

Human Ecological Systems

The development of human ecology, its current directions and application of analytical techniques as they apply to anthropology, archaeology and geography.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Pure Mathematics 30; consent of the Department.
Antirequisite(s): Not open to students with credit in Archaeology 609, Anthropology 609 and Geography 609.
Also known as: (Anthropology 523) (Geography 523)

Archaeology 531

Special Topics in Archaeology

This course is offered periodically to meet special needs of students or visiting faculty members.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Archaeology 533

Special Topics in Analytical Archaeology

This course is offered periodically to meet special needs of students or visiting faculty members.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Archaeology 537

Topics in Mesoamerican Archaeology

Focus will be on particular time periods or themes in Mesoamerican archaeology and ethnohistory.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Any two of Archaeology 341, 343, 345 or 347.

Archaeology 553

Caribbean Prehistory

The prehistory and history of the indigenous peoples of the Caribbean from the first peopling of the islands to the early contact period.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Antirequisite(s): Not open to students with credit in Archaeology 531.61.

Archaeology 555

Human Osteology

Introduction to identification and interpretation of human skeletal and dental remains. Emphasis is on functional anatomy and reconstruction of prehistoric lifeways.
Course Hours: H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s): Archaeology 203 or consent of the Department.
Antirequisite(s): Not open to students with credit in Archaeology 613.
Notes: Preference in enrolment is given to students who have declared a Major in Archaeology or Anthropology.

Archaeology 589

Nutritional Anthropology

The study of human dietary practices from biological and cultural perspectives. Subjects covered include the development of nutritional anthropology, principles of nutrition, principles of ecology, diet from an evolutionary, comparative and historic perspective, the impact of undernutrition on human physiology, and behaviour and methods in nutritional anthropology.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Pure Mathematics 30; Anthropology 201 or Archaeology 203 or Archaeology 305, and consent of the Department.
Also known as: (Anthropology 589)

Archaeology 591

Landscape Archaeology

Human perceptions and uses of the ecophysical and cultural environment. How societies humanize their environment by naming places, identifying resources, establishing paths, modifying and replicating the natural landscape thereby creating a tradition of land use that can be accessed archaeologically.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Archaeology 451.

Archaeology 593

Household Archaeology

Human perceptions and uses of the built environment, particularly residential architecture. The emphasis is on the structure and symbolism associated with the spatial arrangements of objects, activities, and social interactions.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Archaeology 451.

Archaeology 595

Problems in Palaeopathology and Palaeonutrition

Patterns of disease in prehistoric human populations with consideration to the interaction of health and nutrition. Techniques for determining disease and nutrition from prehistoric remains are covered.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Pure Mathematics 30; Archaeology 203 or consent of the Department. Archaeology 555 is recommended.
Notes: Preference in enrolment is given to students who have declared a Major in Archaeology or Anthropology.

Archaeology 596

Honours Thesis (BSc)

Thesis normally required of Honours BSc students and also open for credit to other undergraduate Majors. Students are expected to carry out an analytical research project on a subject acceptable to the Department and to produce a final report written in a professional manner. Normally the project will be directed by one staff member who will consult with another staff member in arriving at an evaluation of the report.
Course Hours: F(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 597

Independent Reading Course

An independent reading course for archaeology Majors. Each student is required to choose reading in consultation with an advisor.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 598

Honours Thesis (BA)

Thesis normally required of Honours BA students and also open for credit to other undergraduate Majors. Students are expected to carry out a research project in a subject acceptable to the Department and to produce a final report written in a professional manner. Normally, the project will be directed by one staff member who will consult with another staff member in arriving at an evaluation of the report.
Course Hours: F(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 599

Independent Readings in Archaeology

An independent reading course for archaeology majors. Emphasis will be on the methodological, technical and scientific literature relating to archaeological interpretation. Each student is required to choose reading in consultation with an advisor.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Graduate Courses

Only where appropriate to a student's program may graduate credit be received for courses numbered 500-599.

Archaeology 601

Theoretical Foundations

The philosophy of science, the history of anthropological theory, and a survey of contemporary theoretical approaches in anthropology. Throughout, the relevance to and connections with the subdisciplines of archaeology and biological anthropology will be emphasized.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 603

Seminar on Special Topics

Intensive study of special problems of particular interest to Archaeology Department graduate students. Subject matter for any particular year to be left to the discretion of the Department.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Archaeology 605

Advanced Zooarchaeology

Specialized techniques of zooarchaeological analysis employed in research areas including site seasonality, aging and sexing, paleo-environmental reconstruction and identification techniques for non-mammalian species.
Course Hours: H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s): Archaeology 417 or equivalent.

Archaeology 607

Interpretation in Lithic Analysis

Lithic analysis methodology, including issues such as reduction stage analysis, usewear and residue analysis, material sourcing, replication, and spatial patterning. The use of lithic remains in interpretation of the social behaviour of archaeological cultures.
Course Hours: H(0-6)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 611

Advanced Geoarchaeology

Critical evaluation of case studies and field examples to explore analytical methods and interdisciplinary theoretical approaches used in geoarchaeology. Field projects will be accompanied by seminar discussions of methodological and analytical approaches to geoarchaeology.
Course Hours: H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s): Archaeology 453 , or Geography 307 , or Geology 373 , or consent of the Department.

Archaeology 613

Analysis of Human Skeletal Remains

Methods of analyzing human remains from archaeological contexts with emphasis on identification and description. Lecture, lab and weekly seminar directed to Archaeology graduate students who have not had a previous course in human osteology.
Course Hours: H(3-1T-2)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.
Antirequisite(s): Not open to students with credit in Archaeology 555 or 603.07.

Archaeology 615

Topics in Archaeological Theory and Method

The history of archaeological theory and contemporary theoretical and methodological approaches used in archaeological research.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 617

Theory and its Application in Biological Anthropology

Basic issues in the study of human adaptation with a focus on principles of evolutionary biology as they apply to modern studies. Throughout, a bio-cultural approach will be emphasized.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 619

Advanced Topics in Human Osteology

Current developments in interpretation of human skeletal and dental remains. Topics include forensic anthropology, bone biology, and population reconstruction.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Archaeology 555 or consent of the Department.

Archaeology 621

Problems in Ethnoarchaeology

Seminar on selected topics relating to ethnoarchaeology.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 625

Hunter-Gatherer Adaptations

Intensive study of contemporary and prehistoric hunter-gatherer social and economic adaptations.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)

Archaeology 627

Origins of Agriculture

Intensive study of the origins of agriculture throughout the world.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)

Archaeology 629

Advanced Ceramic Analysis

Studies in ceramic analysis, including typology, manufacturing techniques, use-wear, form/function and style.
Course Hours: H(3-1)

Archaeology 631

The Development of Complex Societies

The rise, development, and collapse of complex societies throughout the world.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 633

Specialized Analyses of Archaeological Materials

Theory and practice for specialized analyses of the physical and chemical composition of archaeological materials, including microscopic traces of use. Topics will cover procedures used to prepare materials for such specialized analyses and to identify the relevant properties, as well as issues of quantification and interpretation.
Course Hours: H(3S-3)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 635

Social Identity

Social identity is a fundamental theoretical and practical concern for archaeologists, physical anthropologists, and paleoanthropologists. Explores how humans use material culture and material practices to interact in a world ordered by social identities. Students will explore how research in their area of interest has addressed social identities.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 637

Mesoamerican Archaeology and History

Ancient history of Mesoamerica, emphasizing a conjunctive approach based on hieroglyphic, historical and ethnohistorical sources as well as on archaeological evidence.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 639

Stable Isotope Methods in Archaeology

Methods and applications of stable isotope analysis to archaeological research. Topics to be covered include the use of light stable isotopes to determine past and present diet, the use of stable isotopes to document residence and migration, analysis of stable carbon isotopes in soils, stable isotope ecology for environmental reconstruction and paleoclimate studies.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.

Archaeology 701

Special Topics in World Archaeology

Archaeology of particular geographical areas such as Circumpolar, North America, Mesoamerica, South America, Africa, Oceania, and Europe and Near East.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Archaeology 703

Advanced Seminar in Selected Topics

Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

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