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The Study of Anthropology and Archaeology. Definitions Anthropology is the study of the human skeleton Archaeology is the systematic study of past human.

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1 The Study of Anthropology and Archaeology

2 Definitions Anthropology is the study of the human skeleton Archaeology is the systematic study of past human life and culture by the recovery and examination of remaining material evidence. Forensic anthropology – is the application of the science of physical anthropology and human osteology (the study of human skeleton

3 Job description of an Archaeologist Social scientist Searches, investigates, researches documents, studies and publishes artifacts and findings of previous cultures.

4 Goal: to understand the history and structure of these societies and preserve the heritage Job Responsibility: maintains monuments and archaeological sites, archives maps, photographs and drawings of archaeological sites, organizes and perform excavations, collaborates with museums and other cultural institutions for exhibition of findings

5 Job Opportunities and Education Requirements Employed by Universities, Museums, Government agencies, private companies and foundations Educations: 4year college degree within history, archeology or related field of study Post graduate degree within a specialization or specific area or historical time period in which they intend to research

6 Job Description of Anthropologist Physical anthropologists attempt to understand the physical or biological development of the human species. Some study fossils to trace the evolution of human beings. Physical anthropologists also study how humans have been influenced by their heredity and environment. They are interested in the geographical distribution of human physical characteristics. They study measurements, blood types, and other information about large groups of people. Physical anthropologists need to have some knowledge of genetics, human anatomy, evolution, and other fields of biology. In fact, many physical anthropologists work in medical schools or in biology departments in colleges or universities. Education: requires a Masters Degree or Doctorate

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