Anth 478 Human Osteology

The identification and interpretation of human skeletal material from paleontological, archaeological, and modern contexts. Focus on mastery of human skeletal and dental anatomy; estimation of age and sex; introduction to paleopathology, pre- and peri-mortem modification, and taphonomy. Ethics in the study of human skeletal remains.

Credits

4

Slash Listed Courses

Also offered for graduate-level credit as Anth 578 and may be taken only once for credit.

Prerequisite

Upper division standing