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Introduction to Astronomy: Astrobiology

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Overview

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This course on Astrobiology aims to introduce learners to the study of life in the universe. By the end of the course, students will understand the basics of astrobiology, the unity of life, extremophiles, exobiology, the origin and evolution of life, the nature of intelligence, the Drake Equation, communication with extraterrestrial life, and the Simulation Hypothesis. The course teaches skills such as analyzing the possibility of life beyond Earth, evaluating the factors influencing the existence of life in the universe, and contemplating the philosophical implications of discovering extraterrestrial life. The teaching method involves lectures, readings, discussions, and possibly hands-on activities. This course is intended for individuals interested in astronomy, biology, space exploration, and the search for extraterrestrial life.

Syllabus

11.00 Asrobiology Intro.
11.01 Biology.
11.02 The Unity of Life.
11.03 Extremophiles.
11.04 Exobiology.
11.05 The Origin of Life.
11.06 The Evolution of Life.
11.07 The Nature of Intelligence.
11.08 Weird Life.
11.09 Companionship.
11.10 Drake Equation.
11.11 Communication.
11.12 Fermi Question.
11.13 Life as Computation.
11.14 The Simulation Hypothesis.

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