BIOL 5320 - Evolution of Aggression

Institution:

University of Utah

Subject:

Biology

Description:

The goal of the course is to introduce the evolutionary theory, knowledge of hominid evolution, and current research in evolutionary psychology that may help us better understand human aggression and violence. We will explore the evolution of intraspecific aggressive behavior in animals, focusing on sexual selection, game theory, the evolution of fatal fighting, anatomical and physiological specializations for fighting, as well as human life-history, reproduction and mating system, inclusive fitness, and the archeological and ethnographic records of human violence. These topics will be explored in a lecture/discussion format using readings from the primary literature. The second half of the semester will be devoted to student presentations of their own explorations of the evolutionary psychology of human aggression. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3410.

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2.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utah.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 581-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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