ANTH 3560 - Human Variation and Adaptation

This course explores the nature of modern human biological variation and adaptation. We address the evolutionary and biological theory that informs our study of contemporary human anatomy and physiology. Topics covered include, the nature vs. nurture debate, variation in skin pigmentation and the concept of “race”, skeletal adaptations, adaptations to extreme environments and sexbased variation. Term offered: every other year. Prereq: ANTH 1303 with a C- or higher. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3