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ANTHROPOLOGY
Archaeological Field Methods: Excavation ANTH 226 3.00
Prerequisite: ANTH 202 or permission of instructor.
This course provides the student with introductory training in basic archaeological field excavation techniques.
Foundations of Archaeological Lab Methods ANTH 227 3.00
Prerequisite: ANTH 202 or permission of instructor.
Basic hands-on introduction to archaeological lab methods which may include some or all of the following: inventory, processing,
cataloging artifacts and preparing them for analysis and curation.
Fundamentals of Applied Anthropology ANTH 229 3.00
Prerequisite: ANTH 101 or SOC 101.
Fundamental survey of case studies examining various applications of anthropology in the resolution of human problems. Students will
explore career opportunities for applied anthropologists and some of the roles of anthropologists in the world today. Students will
participate in a class research project.
Para-Professional Skills in Social Science ANTH 279 3.00
Prerequisite: ANTH 229 (may be taken concurrently).
Students will learn basic technical skills to support professional anthropologists as they conduct various aspects of research, data
management and analysis, composition and report production.
Introduction to Language ANTH 281 3.00
Prerequisite: None
Nature and function of language, including an introduction to the linguistics subsystems of modern English and the development of the
English language. Same as ENG 281.
Internship in Anthropology ANTH 290 1.00 - 8.00
Prerequisite: ANTH 279 (may be taken concurrently).
Supervised Para-professional work experience in one or more areas of anthropology under guidance of a professional anthropologist or
related professional. Student will apply knowledge and skills to real on-the-job situations designed by a faculty advisor and an official
from a public agency, academic institution or business.
APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES
General Industrial Safety AIT 110 1.00
Prerequisite: None
This is a general safety course for an industrial environment. Students will learn OSHA regulations, personal safety and understand the
importance of safe work habits. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the
Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
Introduction to Architectural Design AAD 100 3.00
Prerequisite: None
This is a survey course of the profession of design. Covered in this course is a discussion of the fields of Architecture, Landscape
Architecture and Planning. Other design fields may be discussed as they relate to these professions. Topics may include types of firms and
their specialties, what it takes to become a licensed practitioner for whom a design professional might work, salaries that might be
achieved and the professional associations to which a design professional might belong.
Design with Nature AAD 101 3.00
Prerequisite: None
Introduces the concepts of natural systems and their influence on human activity and the living environment. Reviews the historical
context and cultural adaptations and introduces the basic management and use of the natural systems. Reviews natural, biological, cultural
and design management philosophies.
Construction Drawings and Detailing AAD 125 3.00
Prerequisite: None
Analysis of assembling and detailing for construction in the field of architecture and landscape architecture. Techniques for the production
of construction details will be discussed and demonstrated. Visits to construction sites and professional offices.
Fundamentals of Design I AAD 180 3.00
Corequisite: Must be taken concurrently with AAD 181.
Investigation of the elements, principles and theories of design in two dimensions. Emphasis placed upon principles of organization,
principles of visual and geometric logic, design methodology and color theory.
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* This course might not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education
(NSHE). If you plan to pursue a four-year degree, check with the institution where you intend to transfer to learn whether this course will count
toward the degree you intend to seek.