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Introduction to Biological Anthropology

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
MoWeFr 9a.m. – 9:50a.m.		 Wheatley-Peters W01-0041 3 $2065 (guest students)
Date
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
Time
MoWeFr 9a.m. – 9:50a.m.
Location
Wheatley-Peters W01-0041
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2065 (guest students)

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.

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026

Location

Wheatley-Peters W01-0041

General Ed Requirements

Natural Sciences

Enrolled / Capacity

36 / 35

Status

Closed

Tuition*

* For course tuition and fees, please visit the Bursar's website.