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ASM275: Forensic Anthropology
– 4 credits
Survey of the role of forensic anthropologists, from the crime scene to the courtroom. Course focuses on how skeletal analysis can aid in medicolegal investigations, especially by identifying aspects of the life history of unknown individuals and by reconstructing events that took place at crime scenes. Covers both the legal aspects of forensic practice and the underlying biological basis for evidence obtained from skeletal remains. Examines applications of forensic anthropology in mass disasters, human rights investigations, and the deciphering of historic cases. Lab activities designed to illustrate techniques and principles central to the discipline. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: SB, SG
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
17079
Glendale
Online Class
Online
05/27 –
07/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- L. Spencer
Open
6 of 24 Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: ONLINE
Online classes are completely asynchronous but may include optional synchronous components such as review sessions, office hours, etc.
Students are required to have access to a computer/mobile device and Internet access, and a webcam may be necessary for specific classes.
Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class.
For information about how to get started, go to https://www.gccaz.edu/online/readiness. Click 'Canvas' link in column on the left and then click 'Log in to Canvas': https://learn.maricopa.edu
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
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ASM275: Forensic Anthropology – 4 credits
Survey of the role of forensic anthropologists, from the crime scene to the courtroom. Course focuses on how skeletal analysis can aid in medicolegal investigations, especially by identifying aspects of the life history of unknown individuals and by reconstructing events that took place at crime scenes. Covers both the legal aspects of forensic practice and the underlying biological basis for evidence obtained from skeletal remains. Examines applications of forensic anthropology in mass disasters, human rights investigations, and the deciphering of historic cases. Lab activities designed to illustrate techniques and principles central to the discipline. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: SB, SG
Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
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17079
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Glendale
Online Class |
Online
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05/27 –
07/17
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
6 of 24 Seats Available |
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