ANTH 101 - Introduction to Physical Anthropology

    Recent Professors
    aschulz@riohondo.edu, jpfeiffer@riohondo.edu, BWong@riohondo.edu, VSetto@riohondo.edu, jrigby@riohondo.edu, PDuong@riohondo.edu, lhernandez@riohondo.edu, sgarcia@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    20–45 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and be able to read college-level texts.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area D1 · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    In this course, people are investigated from the perspective of evolutionary theory. Students will learn about the process of natural selection and related issues including patterns of inheritance. Also included will be an examination of the closest living relatives to humans, primates, with an emphasis on behavior and ape societies. An extensive survey of human ancestors will trace the origins of various life forms and recount how ape-like creatures evolved into modern humans. Students will also discover how natural selection can be used as a tool to understand patterns of human variation. This course is designed for anthropology majors, those with an interest in anthropology, or anyone with a desire to further their understanding of humans from an evolutionary perspective.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 8:00am–10:25am, Mon Wed 3:15pm–4:40pm, Mon Wed 8:00am–9:25am