Foothill College
ANTH 16L
BASIC ARCHAEOLOGY LABORATORY · 1 unit
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- Foothill catalogcourse record · 2026-2027
- FHDA class listingsFall 2026 sections
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About this course
An introduction to basic laboratory methods and techniques of archaeology using the scientific method, including cataloging, care and analysis of artifacts, bone recognition, and archaeological excavation. This course introduces concepts within an anthropological research framework. In addition to gaining expertise in laboratory research, students will examine, discuss, critique, and write about the techniques, tools, laboratory terminology, and processes of laboratory research at a basic level. Students will use archaeology vocabulary in verbal and written class reports.
Sections this term
Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:30 PM UTCANTH 16LBASIC ARCHAEOLOGY LABORATORYOpen1 section · 28 seats reported · 1 instructor
- CRN 21088 · 01Open · 28
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
The Foothill catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.
Advisory: “Advisory: UC transferability is limited to 3 units maximum for ANTH 16L, 17L & 18L; not open to students with credit in ANTH 8L.”
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