PHYS 337 - Extrasolar Planets

Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B6
Introduction to extrasolar planet detections and characterization. Topics of study include extrasolar planet detection methods, planet geologic and atmospheric characterization, and a summary of biosignatures of Earth and other planetary systems.

Strongly Recommended Preparation: Upper division status (greater than 60 earned semester units) and completion of lower division Areas B1-B3.
Prerequisites: Completion of GE Areas A1, A2, A3 and B4 with grade C- (CR) or better.
Equivalent Quarter Course: PHYS 3710.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: B6 - Upper Division Science Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning
Course Typically Offered: Fall ONLY