ANTH 4360 - Methods and Theories in Biological Anthropology

3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: Anth 1102 or ANTH 2010 with grade of C or higher, or consent of instructor.
Description
This advanced biological anthropology course is designed to elucidate the basic principles of research regarding human skeletal morphology, variation, evolution and adaptation using hands-on osteology laboratories and statistical analyses in SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences). One goal of the course is to improve students’ ability to successfully critique hypotheses. Another goal is to provide students with the basic tools needed to test and interpret relationships. A portfolio of results graphs and charts will showcase the analytical skills of students.