AST 303 - Life in the Universe

Institution:

Bentley University

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Description:

Prerequisite(s): Any 200-level AST or PHY Taking perspective from astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, physics and philosophy, the course discusses the scientific basis for extra-terrestrial life and the technology required to search for it. Discusses the literature on this topic as well as investigates any possible evidence that we may have already been contacted! Reading material is from the texts and from review articles appearing in Scientific American. Students will be asked to complete required readings and analyze the possibility of detecting and communicating with life outside the earth, through class discussions. A take home project and in-class presentation will be required.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bentley.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 523-2354

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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