ANT 260 - Forensic Anthropology

Institution:

University of Maine

Subject:

Anthropology

Description:

Provides an introduction to the application of the theory and methods of physical anthropology to medicolegal investigations and problems. The field consists of four basic topics: 1) human skeletal anatomy, 2) developing a biological profile, 3) the science of decomposition, and 4) forensic anthropology in the court system. Satisfies the General Education Applications of Scientific Knowledge Requirement.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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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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