where can i find step by step guide to become astrounuts?

Question

i will now do olevel i am 16

Answer 1

Step no.1: Learn to spell the word "astronaut"
Step no.2: Go to an astronaut training camp, eg. http://www.cosmo.org/camps/
Step no.3: If you liked step no.2, then get a Ph.D in astrophysics and find a job at the NASA.
Doesn't seem so step-by-step, does it?

Answer 2

If you are serious about this, you are at the right age to start.

1) While in high school, double up on your science and mathematics courses. Go Advanced Placement, if you are capable. Be serious about your grades. Start visiting observatories and speak to the staff that works there; see if you can get a part-time job there. Dr. Ride said this about high school, "The most important steps that I followed were studying math and science in school. I was always interested in physics and astronomy and chemistry, and I continued to study those subjects through high school and college on into graduate school. That's what prepared me for being an astronaut; it actually gave me the qualifications to be selected to be an astronaut. I think the advice that I would give to any kids who want to be astronauts is to make sure that they realize that NASA is looking for people with a whole variety of backgrounds: they are looking for medical doctors, microbiologists, geologists, physicists, electrical engineers. So find something that you really like and then pursue it as far as you can and NASA is apt to be interested in that profession."

2) Don't do anything stupid. NASA is a federal agency, and you will need a government security clearance to use their equipment. Resist the urge to knock over that liquor store.

3) Either enroll into a school that has a good AFROTC (Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps) program (if you want to be a commander) or a strong science department (if you want to be a Specialist). If you do choose to be a Specialist, choose the field you like the most (Biology, Astrophysics, Astronomy, Chemistry, Medicine, etc,,,) and stick with it--you will need to earn a PhD or a MD in that field. If you choose the AFROTC route, choose a major that will allow you to pursue pilot/navigator training later (considering that you have the vision and physique to do that) and will give you a fair scientific background. Aeronautics or Aerospace Engineering are both good choices. If you can get into the Air Force Academy in Colorado, that would be huge.

4) Join the Air Force (if you choose to take that route). Focus on getting your pilot's certification (or work in flight operations, if that fail). Volunteer to test experimental aircraft. Get involved in a few campaigns. Pad out your resume. (Keep in mind that 5,000 people applies to be an astronaut each year. NASA only picks 15. Work to stand out from the crowd.)
If you choose the academic approach, get involved in research that NASA would be interested in conducting in space. Write a proposal and send it in, or apply to be a mission specialist based on your expertise).

5) Go through the application process. Allow the FBI to do a comprehensive background check on you. Submit to a complete physical. Go through all the screenings and interviews. Wait for a response. If you are accepted, congratulations! You beaten the odds!

If you are rejected, get back to working on your qualifications and apply in five years. Most astronauts are between thirty-five and forty-six, so time is on your side.

Sound like fun, eh? If you are still interested, you can go to http://astronauts.nasa.gov for more information. The best of luck to you!

Answer 3

1. Learn how to spell astronaut.

2. Learn how to do your own research. At 16 you should know more about how to do that than I do.

Answer 4

Here is a directory on becoming an astronaught
on the web .

Answer 5

Just www.nasajobs.com and search in it.

Answer 6

http://www.esa.int/esaHS/ESASSE0VMOC_astronauts_0.html
16 years old go for it
Good luck

Answer 7

www.Astronauts'R'Us.com