Forensic Anthropology Laboratory Manual Plus MySearchLab

Name: Forensic Anthropology Laboratory Manual Plus MySearchLab
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ISBN: 9780205041633

ISBN-10: 0205041639

ISBN-13: 9780205041633

Edition: 3rd 2012

Authors: Steven N. Byers

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Designed to accompany Introduction to Forensic Anthropology: A Textbook, Fourth Edition, this laboratory manual provides students in academic laboratory courses hands-on experience with the major processes of forensic anthropology. This unique, step-by-step workbook introduces students to all the procedures of the forensic anthropology protocol while providing even, balanced coverage of the core topics. Tear-out exercise worksheets reinforce the methodologies of forensic anthropology and enhance student comprehension. Each chapter contains detailed explanations of the terminology, osteological features, and measurements needed to understand each of the topics covered. Chapters may be…

Book details

List price: $82.27
Edition: 3rd
Copyright year: 2012
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 7/23/2012
Binding: Mixed Media
Pages: 312
Size: 8.60" wide x 10.90" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.694
Language: English




Introduction



Basics of Human Osteology and Odontology



Establishing the Forensic Context



Recovery Scene Methods



Estimating Time Since Death



Initial Treatment and Examination



Attribution of Ancestry



Attribution of Sex



Estimation of Age at Death



Calculation of Stature



Death, Trauma, and the Skeleton



Projectile Trauma



Blunt Trauma



Sharp Trauma and Strangulation



Antemortem Skeletal Conditions



Postmortem Changes to Bone



Additional Aspects of Individualization



Identification Using Antemortem Records



Conclusion



Introduction


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Basic Instruments and Their Use



Metric System and U.S. Measure


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Basics of Human Osteology and Odontology


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials


Basic Terms



Bones and Features of the Skull



Axial Skeleton and Thorax



Appendicular Skeleton: Upper Limbs



Appendicular Skeleton: Lower Limbs



Human Odontology


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Establishing the Forensic Context


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Distinguishing Bone versus Nonbone



Distinguishing Human versus Nonhuman Remains



Distinguishing Contemporary versus Noncontemporary Remains


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Recovery Scene Methods


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Surface-Deposited Body (Outdoor)



Interred Body (Outdoor)


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Estimating Time Since Death


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Estimating Postmortem Interval Using Decomposition



Estimating Postmortem Interval Using Animal Scavenging



Estimating Postmortem Interval Using Deterioration of Clothing and Other Materials


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Initial Treatment and Examination


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Reconstructing



Sorting



Reassembly



Inventorying Remains


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Attribution of Ancestry


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Attributing Ancestry Using Cranial Anthroposcopy



Attributing Ancestry Using Cranial Metrics: Interorbital Indexes



Attributing Ancestry Using Postcranial Anthroposcopy and Osteometry


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Attribution of Sex


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Attributing Sex Using Pelvic Anthroposcopy



Attributing Sex Using Pelvic Metrics: Ischium-Pubic Index



Attributing Sex Using Cranial Anthroposcopy



Attributing Sex Using Cranial Metrics: Discriminant Functions



Attributing Sex Using Postcranial Metrics


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Estimation of Age at Death


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials


Subadults



Estimating Age at Death (Subadults) Using Long Limb Bone Measurements



Estimating Age at Death (Subadults) Using Union of Primary Ossification Centers



Estimating Age at Death (Subadults) Using Tooth Formation and Eruption



Estimating Age at Death (Subadults) Using Epiphyseal Union Adults



Estimating Age at Death (Adults) Using Pubic Symphysis



Estimating Age at Death (Adults) Using Auricular Surface



Estimating Age at Death (Adults) Using Sternal Rib Ends



Estimating Age at Death (Adults) Using Suture Closure


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Calculation of Stature


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Calculating Stature Using Long Limb Bones



Calculating Stature Using the Fully Method



Calculating Stature Using Partial Long Limb Bones



Adjustments to Stature Calculations


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Death, Trauma, and the Skeleton


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Basics of Bone Trauma



Forces Causing Trauma



Types of Trauma



Timing of Bone Injury


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Projectile Trauma


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Analysis of Projectile Wounds


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Blunt Trauma


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Analyzing Blunt Trauma to the Skull



Analyzing Blunt Trauma to the Postcranial Bones


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Sharp Trauma and Strangulation


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Analyzing Sharp Trauma



Analyzing Strangulation


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Antemortem Skeletal Conditions


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Analyzing Pathological Conditions



Analyzing Skeletal Anomalies



Analyzing Occupational Stress Markers


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Postmortem Changes to Bone


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Analyzing Saw Marks



Analyzing Other Postmortem Damage


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Additional Aspects of Individualization


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Facial Reproduction



Assessing Handedness



Estimating Body Weight


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Identification Using Antemortem Records


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Identification from Radiographs



Identification from Frontal Sinus



Identification from Dental Records


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets



Conclusion


Learning Objectives


Expected Outcomes


Minimum Materials


Optional Materials



Forensic Anthropology Report



Expert Witness Testimony Evaluation


Note to Instructors


Exercise Worksheets


References