ASTR 230
Extraterrestrial Life

Credit: 3 hours.

This course satisfies the General Education Criteria for a
Physical Sciences course.

Scientific discussion of the search for extraterrestrial life. Topics include: cosmic evolution (protons to heavy elements to molecules); terrestrial evolution (chemical, biological, and cultural); high technology searches for extraterrestrial life in the solar system (Mars, Venus, outer planets); and beyond the solar system (Drake equation and current SETI projects). Prerequisite: ASTR 100, ASTR 121, ASTR 122, or ASTR 210; or consent of instructor.