Fall 2024 Astronomy UN1453 section 001

ANOTHER EARTH

Call Number 14144
Day & Time
Location
TR 2:40pm-3:55pm
702 Hamilton Hall
Points 3
Grading Mode Standard
Approvals Required None
Instructor Nicholas M Luber
Type LECTURE
Method of Instruction In-Person
Course Description This course will explore the unique properties of Earth, compared to other planets in the Solar System, and the possibility of Earth-like planets around other stars. The basics of the Solar System, gravity, and light will be covered, as well as the geology and atmospheres of the terrestrial planets. The properties of Earth that allowed life to develop and whether life can develop on other planets will be discussed. Finally, the discovery of planets beyond our Solar System and the likelihood of another Earth will be a key component of the course.
Web Site Vergil
Department Astronomy
Enrollment 62 students (80 max) as of 9:05PM Monday, December 2, 2024
Subject Astronomy
Number UN1453
Section 001
Division Interfaculty
Open To Barnard College, Columbia College, Engineering:Undergraduate, Global Programs, General Studies, Journalism, Professional Studies
Section key 20243ASTR1453W001