Lecture, three hours; discussion, one hour. No special preparation required. Topics include formation and evolution of Earth and Sun, life on Earth, origin and evolution of life, solar system, habitability, extra-solar planets, search for intelligent life in universe, and interstellar travel. Draws primarily from astronomy and biology but includes some chemistry, geology, and physics. P/NP or letter grading.

Review Summary

Clarity
8.3 / 10
Organization
8.3 / 10
Time
0-5 hrs/week
Overall
6.7 / 10

Reviews

    Quarter Taken: Fall 2022 In-Person
    Grade: A+

    i did get an A+ because due to certain events midterm 2 got cancelled and he provided the questions for the final from before. but there is so much material, a lot to learn

    Quarter Taken: Winter 2023 In-Person
    Grade: A

    Lectures were super boring, but does the job for the tests. study the homework and don't fall behind. super easy class

    Quarter Taken: Spring 2023 In-Person
    Grade: A

    Definitely not an easy A, but if you put in the effort to complete the homework by yourself and not just get the answers online, you'll be fine. Tests are all multiple choice, any computations that had to be done were pretty simple.

Course

Instructor
R. Michael Rich
Previously taught
24S 23F 23S 23W 22F 21S

Grading Information

  • No group projects

  • Attendance not required

  • 1 midterm

  • Finals week final

  • 100% recommend the textbook

Previous Grades

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