Anthropology, AA

Behavioral and Social Sciences Division
www.elcamino.edu/academics/behavioralsocial

The anthropology program provides a foundation in the fields of socio-cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, and archaeology as they relate to the physical and behavioral aspects of the world’s populations of the past and the present. Students in this program will be able to discern the basic issues facing anthropologists, apply the methodologies that anthropologists use to approach the problems in the field, and critically evaluate the record of past accomplishments. This major prepares students for career opportunities in museums, educational, archeological and medical institutions, international development consulting organizations, social welfare, and state and national management entities. Competencies will be assessed regularly through examinations and projects.

Required Core: 12 units

ANTH 1 - Introduction to Physical Anthropology 3 units
ANTH 2 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology 3 units
ANTH 3 - Introduction to Archaeology 3 units
ANTH 4 - Language and Culture 3 units

7-9 units from:

ANTH 5 - Physical Anthropology Laboratory 1 unit
ANTH 6 - Native Peoples of North America 3 units
ANTH 7 - Native Peoples of South America 3 units
ANTH 8 - Ancient Civilizations of Mesoamerica 3 units
ANTH 9 - Women, Culture, and Society 3 units
ANTH 11 - Anthropology of Religion, Magic and Witchcraft 3 units
GEOG 5 - World Regional Geography 3 units
GEOG 5H - Honors World Regional Geography 3 units

Total Units: 19-21

Preparation for the Anthropology Transfer Major

For information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer curriculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor, or visit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help you fulfill your associate degree requirements.