ANTH 001 — Human Evolution: Introduction to Biological Anthropology Units: 3
This course introduces the concepts, methods of inquiry, and scientific explanations for biological evolution and their application to the human species. It examines the origins of humans and their place in nature. Topics presented include: basic biological and genetic background for understanding human evolution; evolutionary theory; human variation and biocultural adaptations; modes of evolutionary change and how these evolutionary mechanisms operate on contemporary human populations; an understanding of geological history; principles of classification; physical form and behavior of non-human primates; and the archaeological evidence for hominine development and worldwide diffusion. (C-ID ANTH 110) Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: Letter Prerequisite: ENG 061. Advisory: None Limitation on enrollment: None Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: A5 CalGETC: 5B
Prerequisites: ENG 061