Apr 14, 2026  
Course Catalog 2025-2026 
  
Course Catalog 2025-2026

ANT 100 - Introduction to Biological Anthropology


Credits: 3

Advisory: ENGL C1000  
Description: Introduction to Biological Anthropology is an introduction to the study of the unique biocultural diversity of humans. The course introduces the concepts, methods, and scientific explanation for human biological evolution through the application of the scientific method. Relevant issues and topics include, but are not limited to human genetics, evolutionary theory, human variation, human biocultural adaptations, primate behavior and evolution, and fossil evidence for human evolution.

Transferable
Transferable to both UC and CSU

General Education:
  • CalGETC: Transfer General Education Requirements ( 5- Physical and Biological Sciences- 5B: Biological Science )


Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Summarize the major theories, concepts, terminologies, and approaches to physical anthropology
  2. Identify the evolutionary process and contributors to the development of evolutionary theory
  3. Demonstrate a knowledge of human and primate biological diversity


Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 54
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 3