Course Descriptions ANTH-125
3 units
Magic, Witchcraft and Religion LEC 48-54 This course examines different supernatural beliefs and associated rituals from a cross-cultural perspective. Using an anthropological perspective, students will study magic, witchcraft and religion in various societies from around the world, both past and present. Emphasis is placed on examining beliefs from the social context of the society in which it is practiced. Topics shall include creation myths, healing, sorcery, totemism, ancestor worship, shamanism and cults. Prerequisite: None --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS B2 or AA/AS F --Transfers to both UC/CSU --IGETC Area(s): 4A CSU Area(s): D1
ANTH-145
3 units
Introduction to Language and Linguistics LEC 48-54 (formerly ENGL-245) Introduction to the study of language to include semantics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, phonology, morphology, and pragmatics. Students learn how language influences their thinking and affects their lives. *Cross-listed as ENGL-145. Prerequisite: None. Recommended Preparation: ENGL-101. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C --Transfers to both UC/CSU --IGETC Area(s): 3B CSU Area(s): C2
ANTH-145H
3 units
Honors Introduction to Language and Linguistics LEC 48-54 (formerly ENGL-245H) Introduction to the study of language to include semantics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, phonology, morphology, and pragmatics. Students learn how language influences their thinking and affects their lives. *Cross-listed as ENGL-145H. Prerequisite: Acceptance in the Honors Enrichment Program. Recommended Preparation: ENGL-101. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C --Transfers
to both UC/CSU --IGETC Area(s): 3B CSU Area(s): C2
ANTH-149
1-4 units
Occupational Internship: Anthropology OI 16-72 The purpose of this course is to enable eligible students to include supervised on-the-job training as an integral part of the total college educational program. This is accomplished through a planned program of learning experiences, which combines academic and vocational learning at school with new learning experiences on the job in an occupational setting. May be taken 4 times for credit. Prerequisite: Each student must be enrolled for the full semester and complete 7 units (including the occupational internship) or be enrolled in the Alternative Plan. A training agreement must be completed prior to registration. Please refer to the Occupational Internship Student Handbook for specific information. --Transfers to CSU only
ANTH-201
3 units
Introduction to Forensic Anthropology LEC 48-54 Forensic Anthropology is the application of standard, scientific, anthropological techniques to identify human remains and to assist in the detection of a crime. This course provides a basic overview of the field of forensic anthropology; human osteology; the techniques used to make estimations of age, sex, ancestry and stature; recovery techniques and the analytic techniques and procedures used in the medico-legal framework. Prerequisite: None. Recommended Preparation: ANTH101. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A --Transfers to CSU only
ANTH-205
3 units
Archaeological Excavation LEC 16-18/LAB 96-108 This class is about the systematic and legitimate recovery of artifacts from surface and/or buried archaeological sites. The focus is on techniques designed to preserve provenience and context of the artifacts for future scientific analysis. This course is intended for students who wish to pursue entry-level jobs in archaeology, and for students transferring to four-year schools with majors in Native American studies, anthropology, earth sciences, history, and art history. A field
Mt. San Jacinto College 2009-2010 Catalog
trip may be required. May be taken 2 times for credit. Prerequisite/ Corequisite: ANTH-115 (with a grade of C or better). Recommended Preparation: MATH-090 and ENGL-098. --Transfers to CSU only
ANTH-210
3 units
Archaeology Laboratory LEC 16-18/LAB 96-108 This course is an introduction to the laboratory processing and preliminary analyses carried out in archaeological investigations. Students will learn to care for and catalog artifacts collected from buried or surface sites. Students will learn to identify and classify various artifacts while handling them appropriately and protecting the provenience information that accompanies the artifacts. This course is intended for students preparing for entry-level jobs in archaeology and for those desiring to transfer to four-year schools with majors in Native American studies, anthropology, earth sciences, art history, museology, and history. May be taken 2 times for credit. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ANTH-115 (with a grade of C or better). Recommended Preparation: MATH-090 and ENGL-098. --Transfers
to CSU only
ANTH-215
3 units
Archaeological Survey LEC 16-18/LAB 96-108 Students learn to professionally identify, assess, locate, and record archaeological sites. Use of compass, GPS, and topographic maps will be stressed. This is an active field class which may require strenuous walking over rough terrain, held off campus at various locations. This course is intended for students who want to obtain entry-level jobs in archaeology, as well as for students transferring to four-year institutions and planning to major in Native American studies, anthropology, earth sciences, city planning, and other fields. May be taken 2 times for credit. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ANTH-115 (with a grade of C or better). Recommended Preparation: MATH-090 and ENGL-098. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS B2 --Transfers to CSU only
ANTH-299
1-3 units
Special Projects: Anthropology IS 16-54 Students with previous course work in the program may do special projects that involve research and special study. The actual nature of the project must be determined in consultation with the supervising instructor. May be taken 4 times for credit. Prerequisite: Previous Anthropology classes; a contract must be completed with the instructor prior to enrollment. --Transfers to CSU only
Art ART-100
3 units
Art Appreciation LEC 48-54 This course introduces students to the important principles, styles, forms and aesthetics of world art. Students will learn by studying, analyzing and writing about examples of art presented. In addition this course provides a general overview for the student who has an interest in the context and history of Art and culture. Prerequisite: None. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C --Transfers to both UC/CSU --IGETC Area(s): 3A CSU Area(s): C1
ART-101
3 units
Art History: Prehistoric Through Medieval Art LEC 48-54 This course is a survey class that provides a base of art historical knowledge covering the development of art from the Paleolithic era through the Middle Ages. Students will study a variety of art forms in the context of cultural settings, iconography, purpose, and style. This course is designed for the Art major and those seeking to fulfill Humanities requirements. Prerequisite: None. --AA/AS General
Education: AA/AS C --Transfers to both UC/CSU --IGETC Area(s): 3A CSU Area(s): C1
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