An introductory archaeology course that provides an overview of New and Old World prehistory; spans the earliest origins of humans, the spread of anatomically modern humans, the development of hunting and gathering societies, the origins of food production, and the emergence of ancient urban societies.

The comparative study of human society and culture, particularly nonwestern communities, with special attention to the family, social structures, economic and political institutions, religion, and processes of change.

Basic principles of archaeology. Introduction to the nature, methods, and theory of anthropological archaeology, i.e. how archaeological remains are located, recovered, and interpreted. Emphasis in this course is on the principles of reconstruction of past societies from archaeological evidence.

This course covers the basics of our origins and all the spectacular biological diversity we see around us in the modern human species, from an anthropological perspective. Students will be introduced to fundamental concepts in evolutionary theory, genetics, demography, and the various ways that human diversity has been understood and interpreted. This course is an exciting overview of humans, biologically, from our origins to who we are today.

This course studies mankind through primate and cultural evolution, symbolic systems, cultural theory and culture change.

This course will discuss and practice techniques of Artificial Insemination in cattle. Basic anatomy and procedures will be covered. Intended for private use.

The field trip may include attendance at an animal care related conference and/or tour of veterinary clinics and related facilities. Students will be required to cover field trip personal expenses such as meals.

Review of skills learned throughout the program by performing the tasks and responsibilities of an Animal Health Technologist in a clinic and pharmacy setting. The student will perform reception duties, book, admit and discharge patients, perform laboratory tests, administer medications, monitor patients and discuss cases on rounds, maintain records, files and inventories and many other duties required of an Animal Health Technologist in a private practice. The student is expected to demonstrate teamwork and cooperation at all times.

Students will be placed, individually, in an on-the-job training position with a private veterinary practice for six weeks. The student will be evaluated by the employer according to criteria determined by the Animal Health Technology Program.

This course will cover preparation for the Veterinary Technicians National Exam (VTNE). Students will receive special presentations, guest speakers and discussion of cases or rounds on the clinic rotations when possible.