Basics of Meteorites Course

Learning how to identify meteorites

This course is a guide to the space treasures i.e. meteorites. This course is designed in a very simple, easy to understand language for beginners to have a basic introduction to a whole new world of rocks. By the end of the course, you will be able to understand the similarities and appreciate the differences of the meteorite family.

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Level - Beginner

This course is intended for beginners

1 - 2 hours

This course requires pre-booking if done offline 

Price - AED 500

The fee is the same for both online and offline learning

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Verified Certificate

Certificate presented by Dubai Astronomy Group

What you’ll learn

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You will learn about asteroids, meteoroids, meteors, and meteor showers

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Basic elements found in a meteorite

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Different types of meteorites and their major groups

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How to differentiate between a space rock from an Earth rock

Online/Offline

Online

For international students or for study at home only

 

  • 2 40-minute video call sessions with the instructor
  • 2 weeks of support
  • E-books, videos, and documentaries
  • Sample of meteorite
  • Certificate of completion

Offline

For students who live in the UAE

 

  • An in-person session with the instructor at Al Thuraya Astronomy Center Terrestrial (Meteorite) Lab
  • 2 weeks of support
  • E-books & videos
  • Sample of meteorite
  • Certificate of completion

Forms of Assessment

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Short Assessment Quiz

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Essay

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