A Brief Introduction to Astronomical Observing
Course Description
Summary
In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of observing the night sky with a telescope. This course will teach how to find the basic constellations and how to use both manual and computerized telescopes to point at celestial objects in the night sky. While there will be some classroom time to teach fundamental concepts, the vast majority of the class will consist of practical, hands-on time with telescopes at Stickney Observatory.
Important Scheduling Note: Because we can only observe when it is clear, this class will potentially meet every night that it is clear during the first three weeks of term. As such, students who take this class must have flexible evening schedules to accommodate weather conditions. Students should be prepared to meet S/M/T/W/Th/F/S 7:30pm-9:20pm for this three week course.
Module dates: September 2-23
Learning Outcomes
- Students will learn how to use telescopes to observe objects in the night sky.