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ASTR 337 - Extrasolar Planets


Units: 3 ; Breadth Area: GE-UDB
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. Formerly PHYS 337.

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).
Breadth Area(s) Satisfied: GE-UDB - Upper Division Science Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning
Course Typically Offered: Fall ONLY


Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
 

  1. Summarize how solar systems form and evolve; Understand the instruments and methods used behind sensitive exoplanet detection;
  2. Summarize the current population of known exoplanets;
  3. ompare and contrast characteristics of our planet and our solar system to other planetary systems which have been observed;
  4. Summarize the affects of solar system environments on planetary formation, geology and atmospheric evolution;
  5. Read and interpret data to draw valid scientific conclusions about exoplanet composition, atmospheric conditions and biosignatures.


UD-B. Upper-division Science Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning Learning Outcomes
 

  1. demonstrate advanced and/or focused science or quantitative content knowledge in a specific scientific field, using appropriate vocabulary and referencing appropriate concepts (such as models, uncertainties, hypotheses, theories, and technologies);
  2. apply advanced quantitative skills (such as statistics, algebraic solutions, interpretation of graphical data) to scientific problems and evaluate scientific claims;
  3. demonstrate understanding of the nature of science and scientific inquiry and the experimental and empirical methodologies used in science to investigate a scientific question or issue; and
  4. apply science content knowledge to contemporary scientific issues (e.g., global warming) and technologies (e.g., cloning), where appropriate.



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