This laboratory course provides experiences in applying the principles and techniques of biological anthropology. Topics will include: the Scientific Method, Mendelian and molecular genetics, population genetics, variation in contemporary human populations, forensics, comparative vertebrate anatomy, human osteology, primatology, and comparative human fossil morphology. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: ANTH V01 or concurrent enrollment. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

Focuses upon concepts and methods for analyzing cultural systems, illustrated with examples drawn largely from non­Western societies. Emphasizes the structure and evolution of human behavior in all major aspects of culture. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing; Provider number CEP2811 for 45 contact hours

Introduces the scientific method as used in the study of humans as biological organisms. Focuses on human evolution and diversity, including genetics, evolution, primatology, paleoanthropology, human variation, and biocultural adaptation. Examines how humans relate to other living organisms and how the tools of science are used to reconstruct the past history of our species. Course Credit Limitations: Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of “C” or better or "P". Moorpark College Honors Program requires a letter grade. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing; Provider number CEP28111 for 45 contact hours.

Introduces the scientific method as used in the study of humans as biological organisms. Focuses on human evolution and diversity, including genetics, evolution, primatology, paleoanthropology, human variation, and biocultural adaptation. Examines how humans relate to other living organisms and how the tools of science are used to reconstruct the past history of our species. Course Credit Limitations: Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of “C” or better or "P". Moorpark College Honors Program requires a letter grade. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing; Provider number CEP28111 for 45 contact hours.