ARCH 2480 Principles of Archaeology
is an introduction to archaeological techniques, methodology and theory. Classes cover the development of the discipline, techniques of survey and excavation, and the main methods of archaeological analysis and interpretation.
OR: may be offered in an accelerated format outside the regular semester or session timeframe
PR: ARCH 1000 or the former 1030 or permission of the instructor

ARCH 2481 Ancient Civilizations of the Americas
is a survey course introducing the archaeology and ethnohistory of the Aztec, Inca and Maya. The course is comparative and thematic, addressing the development, ideology, economics and administration of each civilization. The events and responses of these Indigenous civilizations to contact with Europeans will also be investigated.

ARCH 2482 Indigenous Peoples and the Struggle for Self-determination
explores, in a Pan-American comparative perspective, the experiences of Indigenous peoples inhabiting the nation-states that emerged out of the European settlements. The loss of self-determination and struggles to regain it are shared experiences but the routes followed historically and in the present are not the same. Understanding Indigenous Peoples’ diverse experiences of, and struggles against, colonialism will enable the alliances needed for more just and sustainable societies.

ARCH 2492 Forensic Archaeology
is an examination of procedures and techniques used by biological anthropologists and archaeologists to obtain data pertinent to investigations by law enforcement and medical authorities; evidence concerning the identification of human remains and the cause, time and manner of death.
UL: may not be used for credit toward a major or minor in Archaeology

ARCH 2493 Archaeology on Film
explores the use of archaeology as a popular backdrop to many films and documentaries. Yet, the manner in which archaeology is represented in modern film is hardly realistic, or is it? The portrayal of archaeology in popular film will be discussed in order to determine what movies convey to the public about archaeological method and theory as well as the historical stories that archaeologists investigate.
UL: may not be used for credit toward a major or minor in Archaeology

ARCH 2494 Medieval Genders and Identities
introduces students to considerations and expressions of gender in northern medieval society. The course explores the concept of gender and considers varied gendered identities found in material and textual evidence. Students will reflect on how significant cultural changes, such as the conversion to Christianity and the expansion to the North Atlantic and to L'Anse aux Meadows, laid the foundation for gender normative roles in Western society.
EQ: Medieval and Early Modern Studies 2494, the former Medieval Studies 2494
PR: it is recommended, but not obligatory, that students should have successfully completed ARCH 1000 or the former 1030 or Gender Studies 1000

ARCH 2495 Archaeological Frauds and Mysteries
will explore the sensationalized and ‘unreal’ side of archaeology and delve deeper into popular misconceptions of the past. From unraveling the mysteries of Big Foot to evaluating the evidence for alien life on Earth, students will learn how scientific methodology is used to determine facts from myths in archaeology.
CR: the former ARCH 2491
UL: may not be used for credit toward a major or minor in Archaeology