ASTR 330
Summer 2026 Part of Term S2
Part of Term S2
(8 week) Jun 15-Aug 6
(8 week) Jun 15-Aug 6
Credit: 3 hours.
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).
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