Amateur Astronomy Workshop -2010



By admin; Published 25 Oct 2010

 

Date:24th &25th July,2010

Venue:National College,Jayanagar,Bangalore

Time: 9.00 am to 5.00 pm on both days 

Amateur Astronomy is a fascinating field and many of us have at some point in our lives had a fascination to learn about Outer-Space and The night sky . This enthusiasm and interest is very easily lost and is buried .People generally tend to lose interest because they don’t get the correct answers and solutions to questions like  “WHAT DO I DO LEARN MORE ?”  ”WHICH TELESCOPE SHOULD I USE?” “HOW DO I EXPLORE THE SKY AND SEE THE CELESTIAL OBJECTS?”. Well, The Bangalore Astronomical Society believes that these concerns needs proper  redressal . To answer a beginners concerns ,channelize Astronomy buffs and enthusiasts and to experience the night sky in a whole new way, BAS is organizing an  AMATEUR ASTRONOMY WORKSHOP on the 24th and 25th of July 2010. The workshop will be conducted by very experienced Amateur Astronomers ,Astro-Photography experts and Instrumentation specialists from the Organization. It will serve as an ideal platform for those who wish to Learn the art of navigating in the sky. The Workshop is open to all above the age of 15.  Registrations for the Workshop have begun and they end on the 22nd of July 2010. The mode and details of Registration are as under:

 

 

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:

Registration for the workshop is open to all with highest preference given to BAS members.
The registration process is a Two Step Process
In Step 1 you will fill in a form with all the necessary details
In Step, 2 you will make payment for the Registration fee in accordance with the fee structures specified below:
Registration fee for BAS Student members* = Rs. 200
Registration fee for BAS regular members* = Rs.300.00
Registration fee for BAS family members *=Rs. 200 (if the family member is a student) else Rs. 300.00
Registration fee for Students who are not members of the Bangalore Astronomical Society =Rs. 250.00
Registration fee for non members= Rs. 400.00

REGISTER HERE (click here)

Please Note: BAS will not arrange for Transport/food/stay for the participants
* members of BAS are to be registered mambers of the society , members of the google group are not considered members

:MODE OF PAYMENT:

Making the payment completes the Final Step registration process.
All Payments have to be received on or before 22nd July 2010
There are two method by which this can be done
METHOD (1) : ONLINE TRANSFER
You can Transfer the fee to our ICICI Bank Account bearing account number 004701046124. However upon completing the transaction  , please send us a  email to info@bas.org.in
METHOD (2) CHEQUE/DD
You can send a Cheque/DD for the specified amount in the name of "Bangalore Astronomical Society".cheques must arrive on or before 23rd July 2010.Please send your name and contact along with the cheque.
The Cheque must be sent to the address mentioned below:
Mr. K. Vivek Yerkadithaya
C/o Secretary-Bangalore Astronomical Society,
#8,24th Main Road
J.P. Nagar 1st Phase
Bangalore-560078

 

 

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What are the Topics being Covered?

Please view the pdf.file to know about the Topics being covered Click here to View

Will BAS arrange for Food/Accommodation?

BAS will not arrange for food for the participants.However there are a few eateries near the venue

Who should attend this workshop?

Practically anyone can attend this. Not necessary you have astronomy as your subject. Even folks with commerce, arts or varying backgrounds are encouraged to share the spirit of amateur astronomy. But we are encouraging students and young alike to participate, since it can help hone their budding skills and passion towards the night sky, and be sparked if they were possibly even thinking of a career in astronomy. 

What are the prerequisites for the workshop?

Ever wondered what amateur astronomy is all about? Ever had a hard time understanding some of the basic concepts? Ever felt what it feels like looking at the night sky? Paranoid of the jargon involved that advanced amateurs use? Pre-requisites to attend are just have the seething passion towards the night sky and astronomy.

What will I learn from the workshop?

The first day is aimed at elaborating on most of the concepts of the subject, starting from basic terms on Solar System, Galaxies and telescopes. Through multiple and group interaction, all queries one has should be addressed.

 What is the Age Group being addressed in the workshop

Age group targeted for making best use of workshop is anywhere from high school (9th or 10th std) until someone who is working. Basically, one who considers himself _fit_ for astronomy is invited to join, and confident to grasp what an amateur is laying in his words for another amateur.

Where and when is this workshop?

The Amateur Astronomy Workshop is on the 24th and 25th of July 2010.

It will be held at the National College,Jayanagar

How do I register and Confirm my participation for this workshop?

REGISTRATION FOR THE WORKSHOP IS A 2 STEP PROCESS

STEP 1

Fill up the registration form on the website 

STEP 2

Once you have filled the form you will have to make the payment for the registration fee.

The registation fee is as follows:

Studnets(non -BAS members)--> Rs.250.00

Students(BAS mambers)-->Rs200.00

Others(Non-BAS members)-->Rs.400.00

others(BAS mambers)-->Rs.300.00

You may make this payment in any othe following ways

1. Transfer the money via online tranfer to our ICICI bank account bearing account number 004701046124. Please send us an email to info@basorg.in after making your trasnfer.

2.Send us a DD/cheque for the specified amount to the address mentioned below

All cheques/DD must rech the address on or before 22nd July 2010.

What is the Registration fee?

The registation fee is as follows:

Studnets(non -BAS members)--> Rs.250.00

Students(BAS mambers)-->Rs200.00

Others(Non-BAS members)-->Rs.400.00

others(BAS members)-->Rs.300.00

How do I make the payment of the Registration fee? 

You can make the payment of the fee in one of the folloing ways

1. Transfer the money via online tranfer to our ICICI bank account bearing account number. Please send us an email to info@basorg.in after making your trasnfer.

2.Send us a DD/cheque for the specified amount to the address mentioned below

All cheques/DD must reach the address on or before 23nd July 2010.

 When is my Registration Confirmed?

Your Registration is Confirmed once we receive your payment.However if we have exceeded the seating capacity in the hall then ,even on receiving the payment your seat will be non-confirmed , in such a case we will refund your money and send you a specific email.

I have made the payment and registration a few days ago ,  but i have not received any email of Confirmation ?

Please send a query regarding the same to info@bas.org.in OR call Mr.vivek on 9916435530

My membership with BAS has expired a few months/weeks/days back ,can i renew and then avail member's benefits?

YES you can , but remember the last date to register for the workshop is 22nd July and there are limited entries.

MY QUERY DOES NOT APPEAR HERE 

Please send it to info@bas.org.in

CONTACT INFORMATION

email: info@bas.org.in

Phone: Vivek:9916435530 Naveen N:9980505003