Telescopes Courses and Certifications

SciShow

The Future of Telescopes - From Giant Ground-Based Arrays to Space-Based Observatories

Explore the future of astronomy with innovative telescope designs, from massive ground-based observatories to space-based instruments, revolutionizing our view of the universe.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery

11 ratings

Explore the interplay of technology and physics in modern astronomical discoveries, from black holes to dark energy, and learn how cutting-edge tools unlock cosmic secrets.

• Coursera
• 6-7 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Michel van Biezen

Physics 59 - Optical Instruments

Master the principles of magnifying glasses, microscopes, and telescopes through detailed analysis of magnification, resolution, and optical limitations in scientific instruments.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Royal Institution

What's the Weather Like in Space and Why Should We Care? - With Lucie Green

1 rating

Explore solar system storms, their impact on Earth's communications and infrastructure, and the latest research on space weather events and solar activity.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Wondrium

The Technology and Discoveries of the James Webb Space Telescope

Explore the groundbreaking James Webb Space Telescope with experts, discussing its mechanics, potential discoveries, and scientific implications. Gain insights into radio astronomy and the telescope's impact on our understanding of the universe.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

World Science Festival

The Future of Cosmology - Space Telescopes and Cosmic Understanding

Nobel laureate Saul Perlmutter and Brian Greene explore revolutionary space telescopes and their potential impact on our understanding of the cosmos in this engaging scientific discussion.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Raman Research Institute

Astronomical Instrumentation: Optical/UV - Session 1

Explore optical and UV astronomical instrumentation with expert Maheswar Gopinathan in this comprehensive session from the RRI Astronomy Summer School (RASS 2025).

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

UW Astrobiology

Space Observatories - Learning Lessons from Yesterday to Build the Systems of Tomorrow

Explore the engineering principles and lessons learned in developing next-generation space telescopes with insights from Dr. Arenberg's expertise in flagship observatory design.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

ICTP-SAIFR

The Promise and Challenges of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope

Explore the groundbreaking capabilities and potential hurdles of NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, examining its role in advancing our understanding of cosmic phenomena.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Inside Livermore Lab

Taking the Twinkle out of Stars: The Engineering of Adaptive Optics

Discover how Adaptive Optics technology corrects atmospheric distortions in real-time, allowing us to observe distant celestial objects like exoplanets by using specialized sensors, algorithms, and adjustable mirrors.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

UW Astrobiology

Detecting Exo-Earth Candidates with Next Generation Direct Imaging Space Telescopes

Explore cutting-edge techniques for identifying Earth-like exoplanets using advanced space telescopes in direct imaging missions.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Raman Research Institute

Telescopes on the Moon: The Next Decades - Exploring Space Through Lunar Observatories

Explore groundbreaking astronomical possibilities as lunar-based telescopes revolutionize our understanding of dark ages cosmology, early universe radiation, and exoplanet discoveries in unprecedented detail.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Inside Livermore Lab

Space Telescopes: Observing the X-ray Universe

Explore the universe through X-ray astronomy, discovering how space telescopes like XRISM observe extreme cosmic environments and reveal secrets of black holes and distant galaxies.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Introduction to Astronomy - Telescopes

1 rating

Explore telescopes, observing techniques, and space astronomy. Learn about adaptive optics, interferometers, detectors, and cutting-edge technologies like gravity wave detection in this comprehensive introduction.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Michel van Biezen

Astronomy - Telescopes

Explore telescopes, from basic principles to advanced technologies, covering refracting and reflecting designs, adaptive optics, interferometry, CCDs, and various types of astronomical observations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video