MCB295G
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MCB295G - Life in the Universe
Course ID
041055
Course Description
Students will explore the study of life in the Universe: also known as Astrobiology. The course will provide a brief overview of the ways the physiological limits of life on Earth have been considered to predict the potential for life to exist elsewhere in the Universe. We will explore key research from Astrobiologists investigating extant or extinct life and biosignatures from extreme environments. By conducting planetary field analogue studies, or by subjecting terrestrial samples to simulated space or planetary environments Astrobiologists are exploring the limits of life as we know it.
Min Units
1
Max Units
1
Repeatable for Credit
No
Grading Basis
SPF - Alternative Grading S, P, F
Career
Undergraduate
Course Attributes
FRCQ - FC (Freshman Colloquia)
Enrollment Requirements
018057
Course Requisites
May be convened with
Component
Colloquium
Optional Component
No