Human Osteology (309-0-20)
Instructors
Erin Beth Waxenbaum Dennison
847/491-4818
1810 Hinman Ave., Room #A54A, EV Campus
Waxenbaum is a physical anthropologist and skeletal biologist specializing in human evolutionary biology, variation as well as human growth and development. She is also trained as a forensic anthropologist and currently serves as the Forensic Anthropologist for Cook, DuPage, McHenry and Champaign Counties.
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, bioarchaeology, 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
Permission only
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.
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