ASTR 4 - Life in the Universe

Recent Professors: Lancelot Long-Tse Kao
Recent Semesters: Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
Class Size: 49 students
Difficulty: 7.7Heavyout of 10
Credits: 3
Fall 2026 Sections: View Fall 2026 sections of ASTR 4
Transfers To: UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2
Description: ESL 188 The origin and evolution of life on Earth and the possibility of life else- where in the Universe. Applying the disciplines of astronomy, biology, and planetary science, students study the chemical and biological basis for life, limits of life on Earth, and techniques used to search for life beyond Earth. UC/CSU