Courses: Anthropology, Physical and Primatology

ANP 120-E - Introduction to Physical Anthropology
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: None

An introduction to the evolutionary study of humankind based on a survey of the diversity and evolutionary history of primates. The development of scientific and evolutionary thought and method. The biological basis of inheritance and variation. Human variations and adaptations in relation to the environment. Physical characteristics and behavior of living primates. Evolution of primates and current research on human origins. Three hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.

ANP 325-E - Primate Behavior
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ANP 120

An introduction to primate social systems and the factors that influence their maintenance and evolution, including foraging strategy, demographic processes, mating and rearing strategies, conflicts and coalitions, and communication.

ANP 350 - Methods in Studying Primates
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ANP 120 or BIO 201 and BIO 204

Introduction to the concepts and practical skills needed to conduct scientific work, particularly in the study of primates, including how to collect and analyze data focussing on habitat description, primate densities, use of space, and social interactions. Topics include design and presentation of research; ecological field methods; behavioral observations and other techniques. Students are required to plan a small research study and to present their proposal in class. Some computer work outside class required.

 

ANP 391 - Topics in Physical Anthropology
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ANP 120

Discussion of a topic of current interest in physical anthropology. Semester supplements to this Bulletin contain specific description when course is offered. May be repeated for credit as the topic changes.

 

ANP 487 - Independent Research in Physical Anthropology
Credits: 0-6
Prerequisites: Two 200- or 300-level ANP courses; permission of instructor and department.

Independent research projects carried out by upper division students. The student must propose the research project, carry it out, analyze the data, and submit the results in a written form acceptable to the sponsor. May be repeated up to a limit of six credits.