Forensic Osteology [ANAT 3006]
Learning Goals & Outcomes
LEARNING GOALS:
This course involves the study of the morphology and variation of human skeletal remains and dentition in a legal context. The major aims are:
- To gain an understanding of human osteology
- To introduce students to the concept of forensic science
- To encourage critical thinking
- To help students gain skills in observation, rigorous record taking, analysis and interpretation.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Students will be assessed on their ability to:
- Understand the variation in the human skeleton
- Identify human and non-human bone and detailed features on bones.
- Write an essay
- Select the appropriate procedure to determine race, sex, age, stature
- Carry out the statistical calculations required
- Interpret and explain results
- Apply techniques to solve problems involving new case studies
Author: Denise Donlon, Dec. 2001 | Course Coordinator | Back to top |