Evolution and Cultural Behavior
Overview
Subject area
BIOL
Catalog Number
645
Course Title
Evolution and Cultural Behavior
Department(s)
Description
A lecture/ seminar course that examines several recent evolutionary theories associated with culture, i.e. behavioral ecology, evolutionary psychology, memetics, and biocultural coevolution. These theories are compared and assessed in seminars on current research, critiques, and application to human and animal cultures.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Graduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3