Is the study of systems in general for the purpose of applying them to
all existing systems
What is a system?
Set of two or more interrelated elements working together
to achieve a common goal
How do I come from?
Arose due to the need to address scientific understanding of concrete reality
systems are generally complex and unique, resulting of a particular history,
instead of abstract systems like which studies Physical
Main representatives
Ludwig Von
Bertalanffy (1901-1972)
Raises the GTS as all the elements in a system are in equilibrium.
Norbert Wiener (1894-1964)
through cyber seek mechanisms to automate and predict future events
William Ross Ashby
He main objective is to explain the change and conduct indicating "purpose", "memory",
"anticipation", in purely deterministic and mechanistic terms.
Definition of SistemaLa General Systems Theory
distinguishes various levels of complexity
System: coherent whole, for example a family
Suprasystem: medium surrounding the system; friends, neighbors, extended family ...
Subsystems: system components; individuals.
Principles of General Systems Theory
Totality: The system transcends the individual characteristics of its members
Entropy: The systems tend to maintain their identity
Synergy: Any change in any part affects all others and sometimes the system
Purpose: systems share common goals
Equifinality: Changes to the system are independent of the initial conditions
Equipotentiality: Allows the remaining parts assume the functions of extinct parts
Feedback: The systems maintain a constant exchange of information
Homeostasis: Every living system can be defined by their tendency to remain stable
Morphogenesis: Every system is also defined by its tendency to change
Types of Systems
Open systems: maintain open borders with the world (other
systems) with power sharing and information exchange.
Closed systems There is very little exchange of energy and
information with the environment they live broader.