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Astronomy
7.30 pm Tuesdays at Astbury Mere, starting 30th September
Gordon Watkin
A series of structured lectures with slide shows, giving a basic understanding of the night sky from our nearest celestial neighbours to the far reaches of the universe. Opportunities to observe the night sky through a telescope (weather permitting) will be available.
Computing (Introduction)
3.00 pm Thursdays at Eaton Bank School, 6 week course
Arthur Tomlinson
A six week autumn course held at Eaton Bank School. The medium will be ‘Word’. Weekly fee of £1.50. Limited to six or seven, but if there’s a demand, repeated in the new year.
Earth Science
3.15 - 4.45 pm Wednesdays at New Life Church, starting 1st October
Elizabeth Hallam
A mix of guest speakers, field trips and basic earth science, appealing to those interested in the environments of the past and the formation of our landscape.
Global Warming
1.30 - 3.00 Wednesdays at St John Headquarters
Barry Fox
It is now generally accepted that global warming is happening. The course shows why this is so, how quickly it will develop and what the effects will be. We will also look at what can be done at all levels to control the warming, ranging through international agreements and national policies down to personal initiatives.
Science and Technology *New Group*
11.15 - 12.45 Mondays at St Mary’s Church Hall, starting 22nd September
Mike Falla
A different speaker each week, covering a broad range of science (including nature), industry/business (usually personal experience), and various technologies.
Many U3A members have had interesting careers in science, technology or industry. In addition many members have an interest in some aspect of science or technology. The aims of this new group is to benefit from these experiences and interests.
‘Science and Technology’ will be taken to include all the natural sciences, any branch of technology (current or historical), and the social sciences - anything not covered by another group.
The programme for Autumn 2008 can be found at: http://www.falla.plus.com/programme.htm
Word Processing *New Group*
7.00 to 8.30 pm Thursdays at Congleton High School, 6 week course starting 6th November
Vida Graham
A 6 week course for those able to use a word processing package at basic level but who want to improve. It will include the following: opening, editing and saving a document; layout of letters and envelopes; use of autocorrect, tabulations and tables, borders, and using tools. Cost (depending on numbers) about £12 for the 6 weeks, payable up front for room hire. Those interested contact me on 01782 511721 or at vidagraham[at]btinternet.com .
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