ANTH 215 - Human Origins:Introduction To Biological Anthropology

Institution:

Northeastern Illinois University

Subject:

Anthropology

Description:

This multi-faceted, data-oriented course explores the biological diversity of humans and other primates in the past and present. Using fossil casts, hands-on activites, and the scientific method, students will analyze the evidence for more than six million years of human evolution. This course reviews the principles of genetics and inheritance and examines the evolutionary processes that contribute to modern human variation. STudents will also explre the ecology and behavior of lemur, monkeys, apes, and other primates and their significance for understanding our origins.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.neiu.edu/

Phone Number:

(773) 583-4050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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