Part 9 - Observational Astronomy Basics with Robert Conrad
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Part 9 - The sessions are limited to 25 so be sure to sign up and login on time :). Part 9 will build on Part 8 going into more detail on astronomical objects. I will also cover the best targets to see in constellations that are visible now and over the coming months.
Given that many of us our confined to our homes, I'm going to be delivering an astronomy course that I used to teach at SFU over a series of webinars. This will be the first one. I will also be transferring to you a ton of valuable resources. Not sure how many I will deliver but I'll keep going until I complete the entire course and all your questions are answered. If you stick with these, I promise you that you'll be expert observational astronomers in just a fraction of the time it might take you normally. You'll also get a sneak peek at a book my colleague and I are writing. Happy Stargazing!
In this workshop I'll be providing the basics of observational astronomy as well as some advanced topics.
- How to effectively read and use star charts (including finding the coordinates of any object).
- Star chart orientation - what telescope companies and books don't tell you.
- Understanding star/object brightness/magnitude.
- How to calculate magnification and true field of view and why this matters.
- Why field of view circles are your key to mastering starhopping
- Observational astronomy targets - what to view beyond the popular targets and why this is critical to keeping your motivated and interested.
- Using Stellarium (free astronomy software) to predict deep sky object/asteroid/comet/satellite conjunctions.
- Filling the gaps that limit amateur astronomers in their pursuit of observational astronomy.
- Q&A (Ask me anything).
During this session I'll also be transferring to you a variety of astronomy quick reference guides that I've created that will enhance your learning and journey.
Below is the link you'll need:
Look forward to seeing everyone soon :)