CRJ 480 - Forensic Anthropology

Institution:

Anna Maria College

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Description:

This course is designed to familiarize the student with the field of Forensic Anthropology. Forensic Anthropology is the application of the methods of physical anthropology, specifically the field of human skeletal anatomy and archeology to medical-legal death investigations. The student will learn the anatomy of the human skeleton and how to apply this knowledge to the medico-legal forum in which a forensic anthropologist operates and conducts their forensic investigations. Lab time will include profiling of human remains, distinguishing animal from human remains, and trauma reconstruction.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.annamaria.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 849-3300

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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