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2025 Spring > UGRD > ANTH > ANTH 105

Introduction to Biological Anthropology

Course #: ANTH 105

Description:
The study of human biological evolution and human population variation. This course introduces the history, theory, and methods of research in biological anthropology through lectures and hands-on exercises. Major topics include: geological time, classification, and the place of humans in the animal world; evidence for primate and human evolution; evolutionary theory and genetics; and discussion of the evolutionary forces involved in producing human population variation. This course addresses, in assignments and during class time, the following general education capabilities: critical thinking; using technology to further learning; quantitative reasoning; collaborative work; and effective communication.

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 7416
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Worley,Barbara A On-line course
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 35
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Natural Sciences, Stay On Track
02 6484 MWF
1:00 - 1:50 pm
Shepard Valley,Rita Stuart McCormack M02-0208
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 35
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Natural Sciences, Stay On Track
03 6485 MW
4:00 - 5:15 pm
Reiches,Meredith Wayden University Hall Y04-4180
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 35
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Natural Sciences, Stay On Track
04 10293 MWF
8:00 - 8:50 am
Todd,Amy C University Hall Y01-1300
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 80
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Natural Sciences, Stay On Track