ANTHRO 1 - Introduction to Biological Anthropology

    Recent Professors
    A. Tripp, M. Meyer, M. Fong
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    36–48 students
    Difficulty
    5.1Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Placement Level: Eligibility for ENGL C1000 (formerly ENGL-1A) as determined by the Chaffey College placement process..
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    This course introduces the concepts, methods of inquiry, and scientific explanations for biological evolution and their application to the human species. Issues and topics will include, but are not limited to, genetics, evolutionary theory, human variation and biocultural adaptations, comparative primate anatomy and behavior, and the fossil evidence for human evolution. The scientific method serves as foundation of the course.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:00am–12:15pm, Mon Wed 9:30am–11:20am, Tue Thu 9:30am–11:20am, Mon Wed 12:30pm–1:45pm