EAPS 76 Astrobiology
This course will explore the nascent field of astrobiology—study of life in the universe. Students will be introduced to the various research aspects in the fields of biology, chemistry, geology, planetary science, and astronomy that contribute to our current understanding of astrobiology. Scientific hypothesis testing and evolution will be a course focus as technological innovation continues to shape the field. Together we will work to address the questions: How does life begin and evolve? Is there life beyond Earth and, if so, how can we detect it?
Prerequisite
One of the following:
EAPS 1,
EAPS 2,
EAPS 3,
EAPS 4,
EAPS 5,
EAPS 6,
EAPS 8,
EAPS 9,
ASTR 1,
ASTR 2,
ASTR 3,
BIOL 11,
BIOL 12,
BIOL 13,
BIOL 14,
BIOL 15,
BIOL 16,
BIOL 19,
CHEM 5,
PHYS 1,
PHYS 2,
PHYS 5,
PHYS 13, or
PHYS 14; or Instructor Permission.