2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

ANTH 307 - Ancient Mesoamerica

Credits: 3 (NR)
Examines the peoples and cultures of ancient Mesoamerica, including Olmec, Maya, Teotihuacan, and Aztec societies. Major topics include the rise of civilization, the development of the Mesoamerican cultural tradition, the growth of cities, trade, exchange, writing systems, political organization, religion, conflict, and the archaeological study of this indigenous heritage.

Fulfills general education requirement in global understanding.

Prerequisite(s): ANTH 120, 60 credits, or permission of instructor.

Notes: Fulfills the college requirement in non-Western culture.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0