Topic outline
More than the Rainbow: The Electromagnetic Spectrum and Astronomy
(Picture above - Vivian "holding" a spectrum!)
2017-03-11 Yerkes Workshop
Welcome, Introduction, and Agenda
9:30 to 10:00 AM: Registration, snacks, settle in!
10:00 to 10:30: Introductions, Agenda, Overview of Spectrum using the EIS Academy
10:30 to 11:30: Marc Berthoud looks at radio data, submillimeter astronomy, and Palomar Observatory
11:30 to lunch (12:15?): Kathy Gustavson wraps up Radio and Microwave/Submillimeter Astronomy with ways students can get involved.
Lunch - from Panera!
1:00 PM (or so) to 2:15: Kevin McCarron and the Infrared part of the spectrum
2:30 (or so) to 3:45: Rich DeCoster and viisible light and ultraviolet light.
3:45 or so: Wrap up. If anyone is interested in tour of Yerkes, speak up!
Wrap Up of Radio/Microwave/Submillimeter Astronomy by Kathy
- Published by:
Radio Jove and the Inspire Project
Infrared Astronomy by Kevin McCarron
Measuring the energy of different parts of the spectrum
HR Diagram and Star Colors
What would your world look like in Infrared?
Visible/Ultra Violet Astronomy by Rich DeCoster
All material from Rich DeCoster's talk
Reflection and Feedback
Please let us know your thoughts about this workshop by using the discussion forum below
- What was your favorite activity?
- What was the most important part of the workshop for you?
- Are there any areas that need improvement?
- How was the length of the workshop?
- Any additional comments
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Thank You!!!
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