2015-2016 Catalog 
    
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PHSCI 125 - Life in the Universe

Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: P9 900
This course will cover the nature of life as we know it on Earth, where else in our solar system life could possibly exist, whether life could exist on recently discovered planets that orbit other stars, whether we could live and travel in space. It will emphasize the fundamental principles of physics, astronomy, geology, chemistry and biology. It will also cover the philosophical importance of scientific discoveries and the impact of the discovery of life beyond Earth.Prerequisite: COMPASS placement into ENG 101  or minimum grade “C” in one of the following:  ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or the EAP course sequence ENG 078  and ENG 089 , or ENG 096 ; and COMPASS placement into MATH 094 , or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090 .