An Introduction to Astronomy

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Last updated on June 20, 2025 6:04 pm

This astronomy for beginners course helps you study the universe as we explore celestial bodies like stars, planets and comets and examine the Big Bang Theory.

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Are you intrigued by what lies beyond our planet and galaxy? This course will help you gain an in-depth understanding of the universe and how it works. The course explores common celestial bodies from comets to planets in our solar system and faraway galaxies. Learn about the Big Bang theory and how the universe might end. By the end of this course, you will have gained fascinating knowledge of the workings of our cosmos.

What You Will Learn In This Free Course

  • Define ?constellations?…
  • List three types of stargazing equip…
  • Describe how to use the celestial sp…
  • Discuss the formation of the moon an…
  • Define ?constellations?
  • List three types of stargazing equipment, their features and how they are used
  • Describe how to use the celestial sphere to navigate the night sky
  • Discuss the formation of the moon and the landscape features of the moon
  • Distinguish between meteoroids and meteorites
  • Explain the importance of the Earth?s atmosphere
  • Recognise the difference between asteroids and other celestial bodies
  • Outline the various types of asteroids
  • Analyse the anatomy of comets
  • Recall the theory and evidence that supports the idea of the ?Big Bang?
  • Astronomer?s Guide

    In this module, you will be introduced to some basic methods and approaches astronomers use to observe the universe. We?ll explore the equipment such as telescopes, binoculars and more that are used to observe celestial objects. You?ll learn about the features of the moon and various celestial bodies such as meteoroids, comets asteroids and more.

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