Physics Observatory Telescope
The new telescope in our observatory is a 14" diameter, Schmidt-Cassegrain, Celestron C-14 mounted on an Astro-Physics GTO 1200 mount. The telescope has a focal length of 3910 mm, is f/11 without a reducer (f/7 with), and has four eyepieces available for use. The telescope is used by our astronomy classes in the fall, by the Astronomy Club and by tour groups.
Senior student projects, using our SBIG ST-9 CCD camera, are a further use of the facility. Astrophotography, and variable stars have been two recent projects.
How to get to the Observatory
- Go to the MacNaughton Building
- Take the elevator to the 5th floor
- Climb stairs to roof
Telescope Astrophotographs
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