ANTH 459 - Forensic Investigations

Institution:

University of Hawaii-West Oahu

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Description:

This course applies concepts and methods from physical anthropology to problems in human identification. These allow the investigator to determine age, sex, ancestry, diseases, and pathologies found in human remains. The course also considers DNA testing and its role in the courts. In addition, a review of actual case studies and a special field trip to the Central Identification Laboratory are also featured. (DB)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

westoahu.hawaii.edu

Phone Number:

(808) 689-2800

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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