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The Horsehead Nebula - Composite, 10 + 45min, Kodak PPF 400, 20-inch Newtonian focus, Stockport Observatory, South Australia. Courtesy of Arthur Beales ASSA

Special courses offered

A number of exciting and interesting courses are run in the Planetarium which develop more in-depth knowledge for people interested in further study.

The Night Sky

This is a 10 week course that covers:

  • the history of astronomy
  • the use of telescopes
  • developing an understanding of the constellations and stars that are seen in the southern hemisphere
  • aimed at novices and amateur astronomers
  • provides a fascinating look at the night sky.

Participants who complete the Night Sky course automatically become members of the Supernova Club, the club meets on the third Wednesday of the month with many members keen amateur astronomers who are willing to give presentations to the group about their particular interest.

Dates: TBA

If you would like to be put on our mailing list to be advised when the next course is being held please email Jean Srisamnart-Cooper or call Jean on 8302 3138 during office hours

 

Discover the Planets

Join presenter Martin Lewicki at the Adelaide Planetarium for an educational and visually stunning exploration of the planets.

Date: Thursday 4th September 2008

Click here for more information or email Jean.Srisamnart-Cooper or call Jean on 8302 3138 during office hours

 

Tour of the Solar System

Join presenter Martin Lewicki at the Adelaide Planetarium for an educational and visually stunning tour of the solar system.

Dates: Thursday 11th September 2008

Click here for more information or email Jean.Srisamnart-Cooper or call Jean on 8302 3138 during office hours

 

Discover the Stars

Join presenter Martin Lewicki for an educational and visually stunning exploration of the stars and constellations in our solar system.

Dates: Thursday 18th September 2008

Click here for more information or email Jean.Srisamnart-Cooper or call Jean on 8302 3138 during office hours


 

The Universe and Beyond

Join presenter Martin Lewicki for an educational and visually stunning journey into the universe and beyond.

Dates: Thursday 25th September 2008

Click here for more information or email Jean.Srisamnart-Cooper or call Jean on 8302 3138 during office hours

 

Starlore and Solar System Astronomy

This is an evening course that looks at the mythology of the constellations and also looks at the planets in our solar system.

Date: TBA
 

If you would like to be put on our mailing list to be advised when the next course is being held please email Jean Srisamnart-Cooper or call Jean on 8302 3138 during office hours

 

The Planetarium Proms

The popular Planetarium Proms are a series of musical concerts performed "under the stars", a challenging and rewarding experience for the performer and audience. A tour of The Night Sky is included.

 

Date: TBA

 

If you would like to be on our mailing list to receive information about this event please email Jean Srisamnart-Cooper or call Jean on 8302 3138 during office hours.

Aboriginal Skies

 

Join astronomer Paul Curnow for an evening at the planetarium where he'll take you on a fascinating tour of the Aboriginal night sky.  The Aboriginal Peoples of Australia have been gazing skyward for thousands of years and have an in-depth knowledge of the skies above.  This is one of the few courses in the world that has access to a planetarium as a teaching tool.

Dates: TBA
 

If you would like to be on our mailing list to receive information about the next session please email Jean Srisamnart-Cooper or call Jean on 8302 3138 during office hours

 

Astronomy for Astrologers

 

An astronomical exploration of the night sky as seen from the point of view of astrology.

 

A two evening course (7:30pm – 10:30pm) being held on Thursday evenings in July 2008

 

Join popular astronomy educator Martin Lewicki in the Planetarium for this exciting new course!

 

Astrology grew from the belief that the motions of planets in the heavens had a bearing on affairs on Earth, a belief still held widely by many today.

 

Come and learn the astronomical basis of western (and other) astrology and visit the original zodiac and learn how it was used to set up the astrological zodiac that we know today.

 

 Dates: TBA

 

If you would like to be on our mailing list to receive information about the next session please email Jean Srisamnart-Cooper or call Jean on 8302 3138 during office hours

 

 

Ancient Skies  *****New Course*****

(now taking advance bookings)

 

Have you ever wondered about the origins of the constellations in the night sky? Who first named them and where do they come from? Do all cultures see the sky the same way? In this six-week course you will learn about the mythology behind the constellations. You will also learn how to identify some of the more prominent constellations. Additionally, this course will focus on how other groups like Aboriginal Australians; Ancient Egyptians, American Indians and others view the sky in addition to examining their cosmogonies, stories, legends and myths relating to their patterns in the sky.

Join astronomer Paul Curnow [B.Ed], for a course at the Adelaide Planetarium. Gaze into the minds of the ancients & learn about how they perceived the night sky. Learn about the classical constellations used by astronomers today and how they differ in the way that other cultures see them.

This is one of the few courses in the world that has access to a planetarium as a teaching tool.

Dates: Tuesday 4th November - Tuesday 9th December 2008 - 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Click here for more information or email Jean.Srisamnart-Cooper or call Jean on 8302 3138 during office hours

 

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