Astronomy
Astronomy
Starting dates and places
Description
What is the Course About?
The Manx Sky at Night (1) - A look at the night skies above the
Isle of Man and the various means by which mankind explores the
universe and our solar system. This course will also look at the
recent exciting discoveries made by both earth and space-bound
instruments and will include visits to places of astronomical
relevance on the Island. Ideal for beginners or those with little
previous knowledge.
The Manx Sky at Night (2) - Continuing to look at the Manx Night
Sky, in particular at our solar system, its origin, and past,
present and future Space explorations/missions.
The 2015 Manx Night Sky - is a one-day workshop. This workshop will
look at the monthly pheno…
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What is the Course About?
The Manx Sky at Night (1) - A look at the night skies above the
Isle of Man and the various means by which mankind explores the
universe and our solar system. This course will also look at the
recent exciting discoveries made by both earth and space-bound
instruments and will include visits to places of astronomical
relevance on the Island. Ideal for beginners or those with little
previous knowledge.
The Manx Sky at Night (2) - Continuing to look at the Manx Night
Sky, in particular at our solar system, its origin, and past,
present and future Space explorations/missions.
The 2015 Manx Night Sky - is a one-day workshop. This workshop will
look at the monthly phenomenon that will be visible in our skies
throughout 2015 and will include a detailed review of both the
monthly and seasonal variations. Also included will be a study of
the year's best meteor shower and the prospects for seeing
eclipses.
What Subjects will I study?
Meteors
Eclipses
Understand how stars evolve, shine and vary in their magnitude
(brightness)
Learn the principles of celestial navigation
Know the differences between galaxies, nebulae and clusters
Plus lots more.
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