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ARCHITECTURE

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ANTHROPOLOGY

1. This course, in general anthropology, begins with a study of the physical and psychical elements of ethnography. Theories as to the origin of man are discussed, and the various races of mankind are distinguished and described. Special attention is given to the historical and comparative study of customs, ceremonies, and rights, beliefs, and folklore of primitive peoples with reference to the common characteristics and fundamental instincts of mankind and to the origin and growth of existing customs and social institutions. Lectures and prescribed reading. Winter term, full study. Assistant Professor

DANIELS.

Required: A major or minor course in Economics, Geology, Psychology, or Zoology. ANTHROPOMETRY 1. This is a short course of lectures and reading under the direction of the professor of physical training. It treats of physical measurements and their application in various departments of anthropological investigation. The time at which the lectures are given is subject to arrangement between the professor and students. For students in sociology (Economics 7 or 7a), the course will be counted for \ of a credit. Assistant

Professor EVERETT.

ARCHITECTURE 1. [Replaced with Mechanical Engineering 1]. 2. WOOD CONSTRUCTION.—Formulas and data for computing the dimensions and strengths of columns, rods, beams, girders, etc., of wood or metal are first given and then applied in the solution of numerous examples. The kinds of wood and their uses in construction and decoration, their seasoning, shrinkage, defects, and modes of protection from decay, are next studied. The construction and design of wooden floors, walls, ceilings, and roofs are then treated, and afterwards joinery, comprising doors, windows, bays, inside finish, cornices, wainscoting, etc. The construction and design of stairs of the various types terminate the work of the term. About twenty