ANTH 101 - Introduction to Physical/Biological Anthropology

    Recent Professors
    Marin Mariner, Jessica Park, Julie Hui
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    (No prerequisite.) This course examines evolutionary theory as a unifying theory that encompasses human variation and human evolution, as well as genetics and the human genome. Topics include primates, including behavior, anatomy, features of the skeletal system, and the current threat of habitat loss; forensic analysis; archaeological theory and methodology; scientific method; and an overview of the most significant fossil sites that relate to human evolution. The department has an extensive collection of fossil casts that allows students the opportunity to actually see them in person rather than relying solely upon photographs or descriptions. Some instructors may require field trips to local zoos, museums or lectures. (CSU/UC) AA/AS COM GE Area 5, Cal-GETC Area 5B, C-ID: ANTH 110 (formerly AA/AS Area A, CSU Area B-2, IGETC Area 5B)
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:10am–12:30pm, Tue Thu 12:40pm–2:00pm