Please note that this is an overdue event

Intermediate Telescope Course

Intermediate Telescope Course


Join us for an intermediate Telescope Course following the one we had on 30th Jan.


Our informed team of Astronomers are here to help get you started with the basics. This workshop is designed to inspire people of all ages, with our fun and interactive learning experience. The course includes learning the different types of telescopes, telescope alignment, how to find objects in the night sky, and more.

Date: 25th March, 2021
Time: 4 - 8 PM
Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park - Dubai
Fees:

  • AED 500/- per person
  • AED 350/- for DAG Members

Ages: 13+
Register Now: http://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/intermediate-telescope-course/

Program:

  • Course Introduction
  • Telescope Mounts
    • Alt-Azimuth Mount
    • Equatorial Mount
    • Non-Computerized Telescope Mounts
    • Computerized “Go-To” Telescope
  • Understanding Telescope Eyepieces and Barlows Lenses
  • Aligning and Using Your Telescope Finder
  • The Night Sky
    • How To Find Celestial Objects?
    • Naked Eye Astronomy
    • Planispheres
    • Star Charts & Atlases
  • Must-Have Astronomy Apps
  • Useful Astronomy Software
  • Binoculars & Telescopes

Important Information:

  • Entrance in Mushrif Park is AED 10 per car through Nol Card.
  • 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.

 

Image Credit: Dubai Astronomy Group


Age

13+


Price

per person: 500 AED
for DAG Members: 350 AED


Telephone number

+971 4 221 6603


Links


Address

Dubai
Dubai Mushrif Dubai