help

Introductory Information on Astronomical Techniques

-- | September 20, 2015

Question: Hey there! I love astronomy too!! Currently I am pursuing an undergraduate degree in physics as there is no such courses in astronomy in India. I want to learn astronomy and later on pursue astronomy as a career. Can you tell me some names of a good informative book that includes all about techniques, instruments and stuff regarding astronomy? Eagerly awaiting for a reply. — Anshul

Answer: Rather than point to some textbooks that may or may not give you the information that you are looking for, I thought that a good place to start for you might be a Coursera course on astronomy. One such course is hosted by Duke University called Introduction to Astronomy. This course contains quite a nice overview of astronomy, which includes information about techniques and instruments. There are also related courses which dive more deeply into these subjects.

Jeff Mangum

Facebook
Pinterest
Twitter
Linkedin

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory is a facility of the U.S. National Science Foundation operated under cooperative agreement by Associated Universities, Inc.
	Founded in 1956, the NRAO provides state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the international scientific community. NRAO telescopes are open to all astronomers regardless of institutional or national affiliation. Observing time on NRAO telescopes is available on a competitive basis to qualified scientists after evaluation of research proposals on the basis of scientific merit, the capability of the instruments to do the work, and the availability of the telescope during the requested time. NRAO also provides both formal and informal programs in education and public outreach for teachers, students, the general public, and the media.
	The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 "to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense..."
	AUI collaborates with the scientific community and research sponsors to plan, build, and operate cutting-edge facilities. We cultivate excellence, deliver value, enhance education, and engage the public.