ANTH 308 - Forensic Anthropology

Institution:

Widener University-Main Campus

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Description:

Forensic anthropology is a distinct subfield of biological anthropology that applies the techniques of osteology and biomechanics to questions in forensic science. It is a diverse and rapidly growing field of anthropology that has very practical implications for criminal justice. Class topics include human osteology, crime scene investigation, search, recovery and taphonomy of human remains (locations of body), laboratory analysis, postmortem interval (or time since death), trauma analysis (cause and manner of death), and the development and application of innovative and specialized techniques. No prerequisite. 3 semester hours

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.widener.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 499-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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