Accessing and Using the MAST Portal

This video tutorial guides viewers on how to download raw data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) using the MAST portal. It begins with an introduction to the JWST and the MAST portal, followed by detailed steps on accessing the portal, searching for specific data using mission and object names, and downloading data from different filters. The video concludes with closing remarks.

What is the main objective of the video tutorial?

• To learn about the history of the JWST

• To understand the launch process of the JWST

• To explore the design of the JWST

• To download raw data from the JWST

Which website is used to download data from the JWST?

• Space Telescope Science Institute

• MAST Portal

• Hubble Site

• NASA Portal

What is the first step to access the MAST portal?

• Use a special software

• Open a preferred browser and search for MAST portal

• Directly download the data

• Contact NASA for access

What should you do after reaching the MAST portal homepage?

• Click on the advanced search option

• Read all the instructions carefully

• Download the first available data

• Contact support for help

What mission name should be entered to search for JWST data?

• HST

• JWST

• JWHSD

• JWHST

If you know the object name, what should you do next?

• Contact NASA for more information

• Download all available data

• Enter it in the search field

• Ignore it and proceed

What is the catalog name for the Carina Nebula used in the search?

• NGC 1234

• NGC 3324

• NGC 5678

• NGC 9101

Which camera's data is preferred for downloading from the JWST?

• NIRCam

• VISCam

• UVCam

• IRCam

What happens after you click to download the data?

• You are redirected to another webpage

• You need to fill out a form

• The data is emailed to you

• The download starts immediately

What can you do after downloading the data from different filters?

• Start processing the data

• Delete the data

• Share the data with friends

• Upload the data back to the portal