Sky & Telescope Workshop

Date: 16th – 17th Apr 2022
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center – Dubai
Age: 11+
Register: http://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/sky-telescope/

Learning about astronomy, the night sky, and telescopes can be daunting and intimidating as a beginner due to the huge amount of information there is! We have designed an in-depth 2-day program where anyone can learn astronomy in a simplified and organized manner.

This course covers all the topics you need to know before you start your journey exploring the field of astronomy!

Whether you are an absolute novice, a telescope user, or an Astrophotographer, you will get to learn something new in this workshop. This will be a highly interactive workshop where you will learn new techniques, theories, equipment, and more.

PROGRAM: 

• PART ONE – Brief History of Understanding the Universe
  • – Prehistoric Era
  • – Greeks
  • – Pre-Telescope Instruments
  • – Post Telescope Era
  • – Twentieth-Century Astronomy
  • – Present Picture of the Universe

• PART TWO – Sky & Telescope
  • – Geocentric view of the sky
  • – Terminologies for an Astro-observer
  • – Why do we really need a telescope?
  • – Different types of Telescopes
  • – How does a Telescope work?

• PART THREE – Astro-Imaging: Techniques and Practices
  • – Difference between Regular imaging and Astronomy Imaging
  • – Basic Terminologies for an Astro-Imager
  • – Tools and Techniques
  • – Equipment and Software
  • – Science of Making an Astro-Image
  • – General Workflow at an Observatory

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 

• – You are required to bring a laptop with you for the course.
• – Light iftar will be provided during this program for the registrants.
• – Park entrance is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol Card.
• – You can purchase/recharge your Nol Card at the park gate.
• – Masks are MANDATORY!
• – Social distancing must be practiced at all times.
• – Tickets for this program are LIMITED!
• – Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
• – Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.