ANTH 110 - Introduction to Biological Anthropology

Units: 3 ; Breadth Area: GE-5B
An introduction to human biology from an evolutionary perspective. Topics include philosophy of science, evolutionary theory, evolution of primates and humans, the human fossil record, behavioral studies of humans and other primates, and modern human variation.

Breadth Area(s) Satisfied: GE-5B - Lower Division Physical and Biological Sciences (Biological)
Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground, or Hybrid, or Online-Asynchronous, or Online-Synchronous.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Describe and summarize the history, nature, and methodology of scientific inquiry and evolutionary theory.
Outline the pathways of genetic inheritance including the biochemical basis of the gene, the allele, and mutation based on the DNA molecule.
Describe the behavior and social organization of the nonhuman primates, and how knowledge of behavior relates to a better understanding of human behavior
Explain how environmental changes have played a role in the evolution of life especially humans.
Discuss the evolution of humans based on the extent and distribution of the fossil record.
Discuss the fallacy of race in relation to our understanding of human biological variation.
Identify those occupational areas in the modern world where biological anthropologists have played important roles in solving problems.

GE-5B. Biological Sciences Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate knowledge of scientific theories, concepts, and data about the life sciences.
Demonstrate an understanding of scientific practices, including the scientific method.
Describe the potential limits of scientific endeavors, including the accepted standards and ethics associated with scientific inquiry.