ANTH 415 - Forensic Anthropology: Theoretical and Applied Issues

Description:
An in-depth and critical analysis of journal articles pertaining to forensic anthropology, osteology, and archaeology. An examination of archaeological techniques that can be adapted to forensic and medico-legal investigations. Meets anthropology subfield Biological Anthropology (B).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: ANTH 110, ANTH 310, ANTH 315, and permission of the instructor.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Describe how bioarcheology techniques are used in the investigation of crimes
Evaluate the wide range of forensic anthropology expertise applied during international human rights (genocide) investigations
Critically evaluate forensic osteology casework with respect to the suitability of the methods employed
Undertake literature search and submit relevant literature in relation to assigned forensic skeletal case.
Critically analyze and discuss the fate of postmortem remains in light of the manner of death as well as the disposal environment

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/19/04