Course Description:

This course is a survey of traditional and contemporary native cultures of North America. Emphasis will be placed on the anthropological concepts and theories which facilitate an understanding of the rich diversity of American Indian life, including economics, social organization, politics, supernaturalistic beliefs, a variety of current issues and other topics. Notes: Same as AES V01. Recommended Prep: ANTH V02. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Credit Limitations: See counselor. Formerly: ANTHRO 4.

Meets General Ed Areas:

Cal-GETC Area 3B: Humanities, Cal-GETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, CSU Area C2: Humanities, CSU Area D: Social Sciences, CSU Area E: Lifelong Learning and Self Development, IGETC Area 3B: Humanities, IGETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area 3: Arts and Humanities, VCCCD GE Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) B2: Social & Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) C2: Humanities, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) F1: Ethnic/Gender Studies

Course Corequisites:

NONE

Recommended Prep:

ANTH V02.

Field trips

may be required.

Notes:

Same as AES V01.

Section Information as of 14-JUL-2026 04:07:02 PM

• CRN: 30612
• Instructor: Donovan, Erin
• Section Corequisites: NONE
•  Participates in Low Textbook Cost Program ($40 or less)
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• Delivery Mode: This is a fully online class without pre-scheduled meetings.
• Course Materials: Ventura College Bookstore

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