Observational Astronomy Courses and Certifications

Observational Astronomy

Examine night sky motion, classify celestial objects, and explore modern astronomical tools and techniques through hands-on investigation.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 1 hour a week
• 30th Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Astronomical Observing Laboratory

Gain hands-on astronomy experience using telescopes and planetarium demonstrations. Participate in field trips or evening observing sessions led by instructors.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 1 hour a week
• 26th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

Spahn's Science Lectures

Earth Science - Patterns in the Night Sky

Explore celestial patterns, constellations, and celestial sphere motions. Learn angular measurements and the small angle formula for understanding night sky observations.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Observational Tests of Theory in Binary Systems - Part II

Explore observational tests of binary system theories, focusing on circumbinary gas evolution and its influence on embedded binaries across stellar and black hole scales.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Observational Constraints on High-Redshift Black Holes with JWST

Explore observational constraints on early universe black holes using JWST data. Gain insights into cosmic dawn and the formation of first stars, galaxies, and supermassive objects.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Institut Henri Poincaré

Introduction to Observational Astrophysics

Explore fundamental concepts and techniques of observational astrophysics, from celestial objects to data analysis methods.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Backyard Astronomy

855 ratings at Udemy

Explore the wonders of stargazing, from celestial navigation to observing planets and galaxies. Learn about astronomy tools and techniques for an enhanced night sky experience.

• Udemy
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Radio Sky II: Observational Radio Astronomy

This course covers the principles and practices of radio astronomical observations, in particular with modern interferometers. Topics range from radio telescope technology to the measurement equation to radio interferometric calibration and imaging.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 6-7 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Physics of Galaxies

Esplora la fisica delle galassie, dall'osservazione alla comprensione della loro formazione ed evoluzione, includendo nuove scoperte come buchi neri supermassicci e materia oscura.

• Federica
• 11 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Royal Institution

A Beginner's Guide to Black Holes - With Amélie Saintonge

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Explore the fascinating world of black holes with astrophysicist Amélie Saintonge, covering their formation, mechanics, and detection methods in an engaging and accessible presentation.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Understanding the Universe: An Introduction to Astronomy, 2nd Edition

356 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Get a comprehensive overview of the grandest of all subjects-the universe-in this brilliant and fascinating course taught by one of America's foremost astronomers.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 2 days 2 hours 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

A Visual Guide to the Universe with the Smithsonian

104 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Produced in partnership with the Smithsonian, these 18 lavishly illustrated lectures take you from our solar system to the farthest reaches of space and time.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 9 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Gamma-Ray Bursts, Shocks, and Relativistic Jets

Explore gamma-ray bursts, their properties, detection methods, and afterglow phenomena. Learn about robotic telescope systems and data analysis techniques in high-energy astrophysics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

IIT Roorkee;  NPTEL

Nuclear Astrophysics

Explore nuclear astrophysics, its impact on understanding stellar processes, and experimental methods. Learn about thermonuclear reactions, nucleosynthesis, and cutting-edge research facilities.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Unraveling the Nature of Supermassive Black Holes by Priyamvada Natarajan

Explore the enigmatic world of supermassive black holes, their history, properties, and cosmic impact. Discover recent advancements in understanding their formation and growth, with insights from a leading astrophysicist.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video