MSCI-362 The Evolution of Sex
3 Credits
-
MSCI-362-01
Thursday
9:00 am â 11:50 am
Activities Resource Center, E -13
-
MSCI-362-02
This course explores the evolution of sexual reproduction as an alternative to nature's original means of propagating genes (asexual cloning). We'll explore why sex evolved, weighing the benefits and liabilities associated with sexual reproduction and will also look at the diversity of sexual strategies employed across all kingdoms of life, considering the conflict and cooperation inherent in the reproductive process. The course will conclude by looking at the sexual behavior of humans and our closest primate relatives.