ANTH 346 - Analysis of Material Culture

Institution:

St Mary's College of Maryland

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Description:

The purpose of this course is to examine how anthropologists, archaeologists, folklorists, and other analysts of humanly constructed artifacts and environments infer cultural symbol and logic from prehistoric, historic, and contemporary material culture. A cross-cultural sample of cultures and societies is considered. Material categories addressed include architecture, gravestones, measuring instruments, pottery vessels, clothing, and settlement pattern.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smcm.edu

Phone Number:

(240) 895-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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