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Nov 14, 2024
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ANTH& 205 - Biological Anthropology Credits: 5 Study of human evolution including the theories of evolution by natural selection and other means. Examines human evolution through the fossil record, the comparison of human and non-human primates in behavior and morphology, and modern human variations and their implications to human adaptation.
Enrollment Requirement: Eligible for ENGL& 101 ; and ANTH& 100 , BIOL& 100 , or BIOL& 211 with a grade of 2.0 or higher; or instructor consent.
Satisfies Requirement: Natural Science or Social Science Course Fee: $1.00
Course Outcomes: Students who successfully complete this class will be able to:
- Explain current anthropological views of genetics and evolution.
- Explain the varieties of primate species and their anatomical and behavioral characteristics.
- Explain the biological and behavioral consequences of bipedalism.
- Explain the evolution of hominid species.
- Explain the causes and degree of human variation.
Program Outcomes
- Define the anthropological concept of cultural relativism.
- Identify the holistic perspective.
College-wide Outcomes
- Written Communication - Written Communication encompasses all the abilities necessary for effective expression of thoughts, feelings, and ideas in written form.
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