ANT 101 - Stones, Bones, and Human Origins

1. The field of physical anthropology
2. Evolutionary thought and theory
3. The mechanisms of evolution
4. Population genetics
5. Primates
6. The hominid fossil record
7. Human diversity and variation
8. Applied physical anthropology
9. The future of the genus Homo

1. Explain fundamental ideas, methods, and theories of physical anthropology. (1)
2. Describe how ancient geographies and environments influenced primate evolution and social behavior. (2) 
3. Apply the theory of evolution to the study of primates. (3,4,5) 
4. Analyze the development of the genus Homo over time. (3,6,7) 
5. Identify real-world applications of biological anthropology in various fields, including medicine, forensics, and conservation. (4, 8) 
6. Reflect on humanity's past, present, and future. (9)

1. Demonstrate thoughtful and precise writing skills by completing at least 1500 words of monitored writing.