Academic Courses
Course Descriptions
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ANTH 112 | Introduction to Anthropology | (3-0) 3 Cr. Hrs. |
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to the origin and diversity of humans, which includes the evolution of humans and their cultures, contemporary cultural diversity, linguistics and applied anthropology. Biological and cultural adaptations are emphasized.
Prerequisites
(A requirement that must be completed before taking this course.)
- None.
Course Competencies
Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:
- Document the topics and methodology used in the major subfields of anthropology.
- Depict human cultures using the holistic approach.
- Explain the mechanisms of evolution.
- Outline the characteristics and behavior of modern primates.
- Interpret key hominine fossil evidence.
- Explain modern human biological diversity in terms of adaptation.
- Explore the major trends in both human physical and cultural evolution.
- Analyze the origin and impact of domestication and urbanization on human culture.
- Analyze cultural universals and social variation as a result of interactions between culture, environment and human biology.
- Identify the impact of globalization and change on cultural groups.
- Apply anthropology and its methods to the development of solutions for modern social problems.
Note: This course may not be offered every semester.
Please check the ANTH section of the current course schedule for availability.