Recent Semesters2027SP, 2026SU, 2026SP, 2026FAClass SizeNot publishedCredits1PrerequisiteANTHR140 - Introduction to Physical Anthropology May be taken concurrently Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionThis is an introductory laboratory course in which scientific methodology is taught and used to explore/experiment with topics found in introductory physical anthropology and primate evolution courses. Topics will include: paleontology, hands-on study of fossils, Mendelian and population genetics, human variability, forensics, medical anthropology, epidemiology, non-human primates, primate dental and skeletal anatomy, paleoprimatology, paleoanthropolology, hominin dietary patterns, the study of hominins as bio-culturally adapted animals, and a survey of general methodologies utilized in physical anthropological research. Field trips may be included. OverviewUsually HeldFri 12:45pm–4:05pm, Thu 6:00pm–9:10pm, Mon Wed 11:10am–1:15pm, Thu 2:30pm–5:50pm 