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Human Osteology (309-0-20)

Instructors

Erin B Waxenbaum
847/491-4818
1810 Hinman Ave., Room #A54A, EV Campus

Meeting Info

ANTHRO Sem Rm 104 - 1810 Hinmn: Fri 10:00AM - 12:00PM

Overview of class

Knowledge of human osteology forms the basis of physical and forensic anthropology, bio-archaeology, paleoanthropology and clinical anatomy. This course will provide an intensive introduction to the human skeleton; particularly the identification of complete and fragmentary skeletal remains. Through this course, you will be exposed to techniques for identification and classification of human skeletal anatomy through hands-on, dry laboratory sessions. Additional time outside of class is available and may be required to review practical materials.

Registration Requirements

Juniors & Seniors - Instructor consent. Email: e-waxenbaum@northwestern.edu

Learning Objectives

"Learning Objectives: After successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
• Demonstrate knowledge related to anatomical directionality, bone biology and development, skeletal landmarks, and skeletal engagement with other soft tissues of the human body.
• Formulate hypotheses concerning fragmentary human skeletal remains and utilize skills to discriminate and identify skeletal elements.
• Appreciate the implications, utility, and limitations of human skeletal identification and the range of variation and diversity of human anatomy.
• Articulate and visualize the scientific process and the significance of a deeper understanding of anatomy, in written form and/or through hands-on practicums."

Teaching Method

Seminar

Evaluation Method

Class attendance is mandatory. Many topics discussed in this course are only briefly covered in the text; these will be supplemented and reinforced with practical examples in class. There will be weekly quizzes (60% of final grade) and 1 cumulative, final exam (40%). The format for quizzes and test will be discussed the first day of class. No make-up exams will be given for exam unless the student can exhibit to the instructor circumstances beyond their control. The lowest quiz score for each student will be dropped before computing the final grades for the course.

Class Materials (Required)

"White & Folkens. 2005. The Human Bone Manual. Burlington: Elsevier Academic Press.
978-0120884674"

Class Attributes

Natural Sciences Foundational Discipline
Natural Sciences Distro Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Reserved for Juniors & Seniors
Add Consent: Instructor Consent Required