Kirk Costion, Ph.D.

Residential Faculty - Archaeology

Office: SC 14 - Room: SC 65

480-461-7058

Office Hours

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday
	3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
			3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Online	Online	Online	Online
By appointment	By appointment	By appointment	By appointment

For office hours I can meet in person in my office or online using Webex Meetings, Cranium Cafe, or Google Meet. To meet virtually you must schedule an appointment with me in advance, to meet in person you do not need to scheule ahead of time just stop by my office. To schdule a virtual meeting during reguarlly sheduled office hours or at other times please email Dr. Costion at kirk.costion@mesacc.edu. My Webex Meetings "personal room" is one of the primary places where I can meet you for office hours. This room can be accessed using the following link: https://maricopa.webex.com/meet/kcostion

I will be in the field on Friday with my Archaeological Field Methods class so there will be no office hours on Fridays.

Classes Taught

Spring 2023

ASB222	Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: Old World					3 Credits
Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled life ways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which tend to fragment societies. Examples drawn from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific Islands, and Australia. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
28538	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023			Closed
28538	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 28538 Students may contact instructor at: kirk.costion@mesac.edu

ASB223	Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: New World					3 Credits
Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled life ways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which fragment societies. Examples drawn from North America, Central America, and South America. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
29518	Dobson Campus SC 19	In Person Lecture	01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023	TuTh	1:30 PM - 2:45 PM	Closed
29518	Notes: Honors Program Only All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

ASB231

Archaeological Field Methods

4 Credits

Excavation of an archaeological site; recording and interpreting data collected during the field experience. Overview of the cultures concerned; contemporary issues in archaeology. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG]

Section

Location

Delivery

Dates

Days

Times

Availability

30912

Dobson Campus

In Person

Lecture/Lab

01/19/2023 - 05/12/2023

Closed

Special Class Meeting Information
Location	Start	End	Days	Times
SC 29	1/19/2023	5/12/2023	Th	5:45 PM - 7:00 PM
MESA CEM	1/20/2023	5/12/2023	Fr	12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Notes: Class 30912 will also meet at Mesa City Cemetery Fridays from 12:00pm - 4:00pm

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Spring Flex Start 2023

ASB222	Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: Old World					3 Credits
Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled life ways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which tend to fragment societies. Examples drawn from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific Islands, and Australia. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
28542	Dobson Campus SC 19	In Person Lecture	01/30/2023 - 05/12/2023	MoWe	12:00 PM - 1:15 PM	Closed
28542	Notes: All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).
28544	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/30/2023 - 05/12/2023			Class Started
28544	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Summer 2023

ASB298AA	Special Projects					1 Credits
Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
16602	Dobson Campus SC 29	Independent Study Lab	05/31/2023 - 08/03/2023	WeTh		Open 12 of 12 Seats Available
16602	Notes: Students have the opportunity to meet with the instructor in SC-29 on Wednesday and Thursday from 10am to 2pm.

Fall 2023

ASB222	Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: Old World					3 Credits
Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled life ways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which tend to fragment societies. Examples drawn from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific Islands, and Australia. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
17446	Dobson Campus SC 19	In Person Lecture	08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023	MoWe	9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Open 23 of 25 Seats Available
17446	Notes: All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources). Class 17446 Students may contact instructor at: kirk.costion@mesacc.edu

ASB223	Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: New World					3 Credits
Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled life ways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which fragment societies. Examples drawn from North America, Central America, and South America. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
18766	Dobson Campus SC 19	In Person Lecture	08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023	TuTh	1:30 PM - 2:45 PM	Open 16 of 20 Seats Available
18766	Notes: Honors Program Only

Fall Flex Start 2023

ASB222	Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: Old World					3 Credits
Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled life ways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which tend to fragment societies. Examples drawn from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific Islands, and Australia. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
18767	Dobson Campus SC 19	In Person Lecture	09/06/2023 - 12/15/2023	MoWe	12:00 PM - 1:25 PM	Open 23 of 25 Seats Available
18767	Notes: Students may contact instructor at kirk.costion@mesacc.edu
17435	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023			Open 23 of 25 Seats Available
17435	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 17435 Students may contact instructor at kirk.costion@mesacc.edu

ASB223	Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: New World					3 Credits
Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled life ways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which fragment societies. Examples drawn from North America, Central America, and South America. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
17441	Dobson Campus TBA	Hybrid Lecture	09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023	TuTh	10:30 AM - 11:45 AM	Open 25 of 25 Seats Available
17441	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

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