Behavior & Evolution
Overview
Subject area
BIOL
Catalog Number
7246
Course Title
Behavior & Evolution
Department(s)
Description
A reading, discussion, and seminar course focusing on two basic questions asked by ethologists: (1) What is the ecological (adaptive) significance of behavior? and (2) What is the evolutionary history of behavior? Gene (biological) evolution is the prime focus; cultural evolution is also examined.
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