The University of Western Ontario : First Nations Studies (AC)




Academic Calendar 2010 AFFILIATED UNIVERSITY COLLEGES AFFILIATED UNIVERSITY COLLEGE COURSE INFORMATION First Nations Studies (AC)

First Nations Studies (AC)

Note: In order to find a course in the new 4 digit numbering system using an old 3 digit number, please refer to the conversion list below. Before registering for courses with the new 4 digit numbering system, please ensure that you have not previously taken the course in its 3 digit form.

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2234F/G

2236A/B

2531F/G

First Nations Studies 2234F/G - Andean Prehistory

This course studies the prehistoric cultures of Andean South America. The arrival of humans and adaptations of early foragers and food producers will be surveyed. The rise of civilization and increasing social complexity will be traced through the archaeological records of Andean cultures including Chavin, Moche, Tiahuanaco, Chimu and Inca.

Antirequisite(s): Anthropology 2234F/G

Prerequisite(s): First Nations Studies 1020E, or the former Anthropology 020E, or Anthropology 1025F/G and 1026F/G or 2100.

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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.

(Brescia)

First Nations Studies 2236A/B - Introduction to North American Indigenous Spirituality

Introduction to the plurality of indigenous spiritual traditions in North America, and their diversity, complexity, and vitality. Included is an understanding of traditional ceremonies, cosmology or world view, creation stories and other narrative forms, cultural values, healers, and medicine. Special attention is given to Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee nations.

Antirequisite(s): Religious Studies 2236A/B

Prerequisite(s): Completion of any Arts and Humanities or Social Science 1.0 course.

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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.

(Brescia)

First Nations Studies 2531F/G - Women in First Nations Cultures

First Nations women have considerable power and authority, both domestic and political, in their traditional cultures. Aboriginal women live within a value system that sees them as having a different but equally valid role in society. These values will be contrasted to those of mainstream Canadian society.

Antirequisite(s): The former Sociology 298b (offered at Brescia 2006).

Prerequisite(s): One of: First Nations Studies 1020E, Anthropology 1025F/G or the former Anthroplogy 020E, Sociology 1020, 1021E, Women's Studies 1020E.

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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.

(Brescia)

Academic Calendar 2010 AFFILIATED UNIVERSITY COLLEGES AFFILIATED UNIVERSITY COLLEGE COURSE INFORMATION First Nations Studies (AC)