ANT 462 - Numerical Methods in Anthropology

Institution:

University of Maine

Subject:

Anthropology

Description:

Introduction to how numerical methods are used in anthropological research. Topics include: survey and history of numerical methods in anthropology, presentation and description of quantitative and qualitative anthropological data, probability, testing anthropological hypotheses using parametric and nonparametric statistics, the pitfalls and potential of numerical methods in anthropology. Satisfies the General Education Mathematics Requirement. Prerequisites & Notes one 300 level course in anthropology or permission. MAT 232 recommended but not required. Credits: 3

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umaine.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 581-1110

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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