How to Learn Horology

Horology is the study of ways to measure time. This includes time measuring devices such as watches, clocks, and calendars. Horologists create, repair, collect and study time measurement instruments. One of the earliest horology devices was the sundial which emerged in ancient Egypt. These were placed over doorways to indicate the important times of the day. By the 10th century, pocket sundials appeared. Near the end of the Middle Ages, in the early 1300s, huge clocks developed in Italy and were placed in large towers. There are many options for those who want to know more about horology.

Instructions

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     Check online for books and ebooks on horology to get a feel for the options available. There are many facets to horology and it is a good idea to know if you want to collect, study the history, create or repair time measurement devices.

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     Look for horology schools in your area and online. An example is the School of Horology in Columbia, PA. These schools usually focus on teaching clock and watch repair.

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     Find a watch or clock repair person in your area and ask to work with him or her to learn more about horology. Consider offering your services as a volunteer or as an intern to help you gain valuable knowledge and experience.

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     List all of the aspects that horology encompasses. This will help you determine whether you want to repair time pieces or whether you want to become involved in studying the concept of time.