ANTH 160: Mysteries of Ancient Civilizations
San Jose State University
Explores scientific archaeology and the reconstruction of civilizations. Topics include framing hypotheses, site selection, excavation, analysis of artifacts and ecofacts, and reconstructing social systems. Satisfies GE UD Area: 2/5. Earth, Environment, and Sustainability (Formerly Area R). Prerequisite(s): Completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all UD GE courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
Average GPA: 3.08
Grade distribution records: 2,578 students across 17 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 285 | 11.1% |
| A | 553 | 21.5% |
| A- | 299 | 11.6% |
| B+ | 258 | 10.0% |
| B | 473 | 18.3% |
| B- | 163 | 6.3% |
| C+ | 122 | 4.7% |
| C | 164 | 6.4% |
| C- | 47 | 1.8% |
| D+ | 26 | 1.0% |
| D | 44 | 1.7% |
| D- | 13 | 0.5% |
| F | 131 | 5.1% |
Based on 2,578 student grade records across 17 terms and 7 professors.
Instructors
- Viviana Ines Sanchez-Chopitea 1,048 students, Average GPA 2.80
- Alicia Ann Hedges 612 students, Average GPA 3.53
- Gustavo Adolfo Flores Santis 285 students, Average GPA 2.83
- Charlotte Kay Sunseri 282 students, Average GPA 3.32
- Marco G Meniketti 272 students, Average GPA 3.10
- Sung Jay Ou 40 students, Average GPA 3.08
- Shauna Marie Mundt 39 students, Average GPA 3.46