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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
20937
Glendale
HU 101
In Person
08/25 –
12/19
Fall 2025
M,W
11:30AM – 1:50PM
- J. Murray
Open
11 of 24 Seats Available
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Costs include ASM Course Fee: $2.00
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Notes
- Notes: In-Person Class
Class meets face-to-face on campus at the designated days and times.
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Class 20937 costs include ASM Course Fee: $2
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Book Information
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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20937
|
Glendale
HU 101 |
In Person
|
08/25 –
12/19
Fall 2025 |
M,W
|
11:30AM – 1:50PM
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|
Open
11 of 24 Seats Available |
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