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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
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Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
28117
Mesa
Online Course
Online
01/13 –
05/09
Spring 2025
N/A
N/A
- A. Alvrus
Closed
No Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Class 28117 Students may contact instructor at: annalisa.alvrus@mesacc.edu
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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
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28117
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Mesa
Online Course |
Online
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01/13 –
05/09
Spring 2025 |
N/A
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N/A
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Closed
No Seats Available |
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