COURSE SYLLABUS Astrobiology 7.5 Credits Astrobiologi Second cycle, F7005R Version Autumn 2007 Sp 1 - Present Course syllabus valid: Autumn 2007 Sp 1 - PresentThe version indicates the term and period for which this course syllabus is valid. The most recent version of the course syllabus is shown first. Education level Second cycle Grade scale G U 3 4 5 Subject Space and Atmospeheric Science Subject group (SCB) Space Technology Entry requirementsMinimum two years of education in natural sciences at university level. More information about English language requirements SelectionThe selection is based on 20-285 creditsCourse AimAfter the course the student should have acquired knowledge about:- the conditions for life in the universe, both within and outside our solar system, from a natural-science perspective- what is typical for life on earth- the properties that life outside the earth might have- methods for searching for life and life-supporting environments outside the earth- the latest findings within the field- scientific methods and thinking- how scientific results and project assignments should be reported in writing in a correct and clear way.ContentsDiscussions of topics such as: What is life? In what forms does life appear? Which are the requirements for life, in particular under extreme conditions? How did life evolve on earth and what do we know about its existence in the universe.Recent and planned experiments will be discussed, as well as laboratory experiments, observational techniques in nature, space missions and astronomical methods for the study of distant objects.RealizationLecturing and seminar work. Supervision of project work.ExaminationA series of short home assignments, with individual answers, as well as a more extensive and detailed project in groups of up to four students. In order to pass the course it is required that both the sum of short home assignments and the project report (oral and in writing) must be approved. The final grade given for the course reflects the sum of results obtained for the various components of the examination. Details will be given at the start of the course.Grade scale: 3 4 5Examiner: Sverker Fredriksson – Professor of PhysicsExaminerSverker Fredriksson 2113Transition termsThe course F7005R is equal to RYM023Literature. Valid from Autumn 2007 Sp 1 (May change until 10 weeks before course start)Astrobiology: A Multidisciplinary ApproachJonathan Lunine, Lunar and Planetary Laboratory, University of Arizona, TusconISBN-10: 0805380426ISBN-13: 9780805380422 Search books in the library » Course offered byDepartment of Computer Science, Electrical and Space EngineeringItems/credits NumberTypeCreditsGrade 0001Home assignments and project work7.5G U 3 4 5 Syllabus establishedThe course plan was accepted by the Dept of Space Science 2007-02-28 and remains valid as from H07.Last revisedThe course plan was accepted by the Dept of Space Science 2007-02-28 and remains valid as from H07.