Anth 578 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 undergraduate-level credit as Anth 478 and may be taken only once for credit.