Genes, Evolution, and Behaviour 1
Psychology · 3 hrs Lecture
Offered: Fall Or Winter Or Spring, Every Year
PSYC-3830 prerequisites
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Description
This course provides an introduction to the study of behaviour from the point of view of genetic inheritance and evolution. Emphasis is placed on the ways in which genetic analysis can help us to understand the interplay between the environment and genes in the determination of behaviour. Topics include genetic defects and chromosomal anomalies, classical ethology, population genetics, heritability estimation, and that aspect of population ethology known as sociobiology.
Requisite courses
PSYC-1000 [prerequisite(s)].
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.