Overview
Description
Utilization of physical anthropological methods of bone analysis applied to the identification of human and non-human skeletal remains.
Units
Lecture3
Laboratory Studio1
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Fall - Even Years
Terms
fall
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- apply the scientific method to the study of the human skeleton.
- accurately identify and side human remains from complete to fragmentary bones.
- recognize the diversity of research questions that can be pursued using the human skeleton.
- explain how bone is formed, maintained, and develops over time.
- discuss the complexity of the human skeleton and its adaptive and plastic responses.
- apply ethical behavior when working with human remains.
- dentify skeletal landmarks, to include foramina, muscle attachment sites, condyles, etc.
- demonstrate through course discussion, labs, and a research paper advanced knowledge of skeletal biology and anatomy.