Class Description:

This class is on living with the paranormal and will address both positive and negative paranormal experiences and explain how and why these things happen in our lives. The class is designed for ordinary people attempting to understand the paranormal; but is also suitable for paranormal investigators, psychics, spiritual advisers, and counselors interested in helping their clients to deal with the unexplained phenomena in their lives. There is no prerequisite for this class, and it is suitable for people from any background, religion, or belief system.

Living with the Paranormal Class Outline – Level One

This class is on living with the paranormal. It will address both positive and negative paranormal experiences and explain how and why these things happen in our lives. The class is designed for ordinary people attempting to understand the paranormal; but is also suitable for paranormal investigators, psychics, spiritual advisers, and counselors interested in helping their clients to deal with the unexplained phenomena in their lives. There is no prerequisite for this class, and it is suitable for people from any background, religion, or belief system.

Level 1 Class Outline

I. What is Paranormal?

   A. Spirits

   B. Psychic Impressions

   C. Spiritual Experiences

II. Why Me?

   A. Sensitivity

   B. Your Attraction

   C. Global Consciousness

III. Now What?

   A. How to Find Peace

   B. Developing Abilities

   C. Trusting Your Intuition

Handouts for Level 1 Class

The Opposite Might Also Be True by Kathleen Hawkins - Article on changing your perspective to change your life by Kathleen Hawkins, author of "Spirit Incorporated: How to Follow Your Spiritual Path from 9 to 5." (1 page) - http://www.winningspirit.com/opposite_may_be_true_article.shtml

Psychic or Paranormal? They're the same. by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller - Article addressing the similarities between psychic and paranormal experiences. (1 page) - http://nursehealer.com/PsychicOrParanormal.doc

We are Spirit by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller - Brief article on God and spirit, and the origin of mankind. (1 page)

http://nursehealer.com/WeAreSpirit.doc

Reincarnation by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller - Article on a theory of reincarnation that addresses religious and world views with an expanded viewpoint. (1 page) - http://nursehealer.com/Reincarnation.doc

Who Am I? by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller - Early blog entry examining who the author is and why she is writing her thoughts on the blog. This article addresses spirituality, religion, and metaphysics. (3 pages) - http://nursehealer.com/Who_Am_I.doc

Understanding Law of Attraction & Applying it in Our Lives by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller - Brief description of the law of attraction and how to create more positive outcomes for ourselves and our world. (1 page) - http://nursehealer.com/Understanding_Law_Of_Attraction.doc

We are on Schedule - Pulling it all Together by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller - Brief description of the Mayan Calendar and how we are on schedule for this time in the history of the evolution of mankind and consciousness for an awakening of consciousness. (1 page) - http://nursehealer.com/WeAreOnSchedule.doc

Beginning Meditation by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller - Brief guide to meditation. (3 pages)

http://nursehealer.com/BeginningMeditation.doc

Tuning in to Psychic/Spiritual Sources by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller - Article on developing your intuition by focusing your mind and spirit to connect with source energy and your higher self. (1 page) - http://nursehealer.com/Tuning_In_To_Psychic_Spiritual_Sources.doc

Dealing with a Troublesome Spirit (Cause and Effect) by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller - Simple techniques for dealing with negative paranormal issues. (4 pages) - http://nursehealer.com/Dealing_with_a_Troublesome_Spirit.doc

Receiving Messages - Communicating - Tapping into Source by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller - Article describing the nature of the spirit and how to connect with Source energy. (2 pages) - http://nursehealer.com/ReceivingMessages.doc

Exercise in Pretending (Trusting Your Inner Voice) by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller - Brief mental exercise to demonstrate howw to connect to your higher self and listen to your inner voice. - http://nursehealer.com/Exercise_in_Pretending.doc

Class Resources:

10 Rules for Investigations

Phenomenal Spirit Investigations (PSI)

http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/Phenomenal_Spirit_Investigations/

Basic guidelines for team members to follow while investigating possible paranormal activity.

1 page

http://nursehealer.com/PSI_10_Rules.doc

Am I Crazy or Just Haunted: A Guide for Living with Paranormal Experiences by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

This book will empower you to · Identify possible explanations for strange experiences · Use a simple method to categorize your experiences · Feel confident of your conclusions about each experience · Know how to live with paranormal & nonparanormal experiences (38 pages) (95 kb)

http://www.lulu.com/content/168074

Beginning Meditation by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Brief guide to meditation. (3 pages) (28.5 kb)

http://nursehealer.com/BeginningMeditation.doc

Controlled Remote Viewing Manual by Major Paul Smith

The Controlled Remove Viewing Manual original dated May 1, 1986. Used as a manual for TRV (Technical Remote Viewing) training. Used as a reference manual for CRV (Coordinate Remote Viewing) training. An historical document. (98 pages) (285 kb)

http://www.firedocs.com/remoteviewing/answers/crvmanual/CRVManual_FiredocsRV.pdf

Dealing with a Troublesome Spirit (Cause and Effect) by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Simple techniques for dealing with negative paranormal issues. (3 pages) (33 kb)

http://nursehealer.com/Dealing_with_a_Troublesome_Spirit.doc

Demon Possession Handbook for Human Service Workers by J. F. "Jeff" Cogan

DiskBooks Electronic Publishing (82 pages) (711 kb)

http://diskbooks.org/hs.pdf

Exercise in Pretending (Trusting Your Inner Voice) by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Brief mental exercise to demonstrate how to connect to your higher self and listen to your inner voice. This exercise is presented as part of the workshop taught by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller called, "Trusting Your Inner Voice." (2 pages) (24 kb)

http://nursehealer.com/Exercise_in_Pretending.doc

FORM: Field Report Form (1 page)

GhostInvestigators Field Report Form in DOC format (for MS Word)

from http://ghostinvestigator.tripod.com/ghostinvestigators2/id53.html

FORM: Inside Environment Log (2 pages)

Ghostinvestigators Environmental Log

Inside Enviro Form in DOC format (for MS Word)

from http://ghostinvestigator.tripod.com/ghostinvestigators2/id53.html

FORM: Investigation Log

from P.R.O.S. - Paranormal Researchers of Savannah

5 pages

http://paranormalresearchersofsavannah.com/Documents/InvestigationLog.doc

FORM: Investigator's Log (3 pages)

Investigators Log Form in DOC format (for MS Word) from GhostInvestigators

Investigators of the paranormal

http://ghostinvestigator.tripod.com/ghostinvestigators2/id53.html

FORM: Investigator's Log

FROM South Jersey Ghost Research,

A division of G.H.O.S.T. (Ghost Hunters Organization of Study and Training)

Outdoor Investigation Form in RTF format for MS Word

from http://pages.prodigy.net/fitswaudi/ghs/kit.htm

FORMS - Investigation Kit

from Ghost and Hauntings Society

(Includes Interview Questionnaire, Proposal Letter for Site, 2 Release Forms, Investigation Log, & Group Handbook) Unzip to open files into RTF format (for MS Word)

Zip file of basic ghost hunting forms

from http://pages.prodigy.net/fitswaudi/ghs/kit.htm

Ghost Hunting 101 by John Koster

Learn how to perform a successful ghost hunt! (14 pages) (78 kb)

http://www.lulu.com/content/85214

Ghost Hunting Course by Thomas Cooney (28 pages) (234 kb)

http://www.ghosthound.com/documents/Ghost Hunting Course.pdf

Hindu Yogi Science of Breath by Yogi Ramacharaka

A Complete Manual of The Oriental Breathing Philosophy of Physical, Mental, Psychic and Spiritual Development. (117 pages) (302 kb)

http://www.lulu.com/content/181410

Living with the Paranormal Class Brochure by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

One-page flier for "Living with the Paranormal" Class taught by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller. Contains brief description of the class and the class outline. (1 page) (149 kb)

http://nursehealer.com/LivingWithTheParanormalClass.doc

Out of Body Experience FAQ by Jouni A. Smed (48 pages) (232 kb)

http://paranormal.about.com/od/outofbodyexp/

http://www.x-klub.org/archiwum/attch/obe-faq.doc

Paranormal and Psychic Protection

by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Phenomenal Spirit Investigations (PSI)

http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/Phenomenal_Spirit_Investigations/

1 page

http://nursehealer.com/PSI_Paranormal_and_Psychic_Protection.doc

Paranormal Studies

PSI (Phenomenal Spirit Investigations)

http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/Phenomenal_Spirit_Investigations/

Four Paranormal Study courses are offered through Phenomenal Spirit Investigations (PSI) in the DFW area. The materials and certifications for these courses are provided by Flamel College. Instruction is provided by PSI group founder, Mary Catherine Miller, Certified Paranormal Investigator.

1 page

http://nursehealer.com/PSI_Paranormal_Studies.doc

Psychic Self Defense: Spiritual Prescriptions for Inner Peace by Samantha Stevens

Book on psychic self-defense. (69 pages) (246 kb)

http://stores.lulu.com/spiritbooks

Psychic Self Defense by Dion Fortune

After finding herself the subject of a powerful psychic attack, Dion Fortune wrote this detailed instruction manual for safeguarding yourself against paranormal malevolence. Fortune explores the elusive psychic element in mental illness and, more importantly, details the methods, motives, and physical aspects of psychic attack, and how to overcome this energy. The revised edition of this New Age classic includes an index and an additional explanatory note for contemporary readers. (103 pages) (1969 kb)

http://www.lulu.com/content/141482

Psychic or Paranormal? They're the same. by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Article addressing the similarities between psychic and paranormal experiences. (1 page) (25 kb)

http://nursehealer.com/PsychicOrParanormal.doc

Radionics and Dowsing Advanced Course by Ruggero Moretto

Advanced Course of Radionic and Dowsing divining - Radiesthesia

- Techniques about the realization of vibratory therapeutic remedies with Radionics

- The healing at a distance through the astral projection of all vibratory and radionic remedies through the Radionics

- How to do the complete radionic treatment, the radiesthesic diagnosis and the choice for a more targeted treatment; the Medical Radionics

“Radiestesia” is a word, that was coined in 1920 by the french abbot  Bouly and it comes from the Latin word “Radius” (ray) and from the Greek word “ Aisthesis” (feeling). (48 pages) (227 kb)

http://www.biolifestyle.org/en/index.php?ind=downloads&op=download_file&ide=4&file=ADVANCED COURSE.doc

Radionics and Dowsing Basic Course by Ruggero Moretto

Basic Course of Radionics and Dowsing Divining - Radiesthesia

- Radiesthesia- the use of the Pendulum and the Biotensor; theory and  practice

- The impregnation technique

- Advanced techniques of Radiesthesia and radiesthesic faculties development through Radionics.

- Psycho-physic and psycho-spiritual healing through the 24 radionics  circuits commonly used

“Radiestesia” is a word, that was coined in 1920 by the french abbot  Bouly and it comes from the Latin word “Radius” (ray) and from the Greek word “ Aisthesis” (feeling). (25 pages) (213 kb)

http://www.biolifestyle.org/en/index.php?ind=downloads&op=download_file&ide=3&file=corso Base INGLESE.doc

Receiving Messages - Communicating - Tapping into Source by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Article describing the nature of the spirit and how to connect with Source energy. (2 pages) (25 kb)

http://nursehealer.com/ReceivingMessages.doc

Reincarnation by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Article on a theory of reincarnation that addresses religious and world views with an expanded viewpoint. (1 page) (24 kb)

http://nursehealer.com/Reincarnation.doc

Skeptical Believer

My Own Experiences

by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

4 pages

http://nursehealer.com/Skeptical_Believer.doc

The Opposite Might Also Be True by Kathleen Hawkins

Article on changing your perspective to change your life by Kathleen Hawkins, author of "Spirit Incorporated: How to Follow Your Spiritual Path from 9 to 5." (1 page)

TheOppositeMightAlsoBeTrue.doc (24 kb)

http://www.winningspirit.com/opposite_may_be_true_article.shtml

“They’re Gone” EVP

http://nursehealer.com/TheyreGone.wav

EVP captured in a cemetery with report.

Investigation Report - 31 Oct 2001

2 pages

http://nursehealer.com/TheyreGoneEVP.doc

Tuning in to Psychic/Spiritual Sources by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Article on developing your intuition by focusing your mind and spirit to connect with source energy and your higher self. (1 page)

http://nursehealer.com/Tuning_In_To_Psychic_Spiritual_Sources.doc

Understanding Law of Attraction & Applying it in Our Lives by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Brief description of the law of attraction and how to create more positive outcomes for ourselves and our world. (1 page) (21 kb)

http://nursehealer.com/Understanding_Law_Of_Attraction.doc

Voice Transmissions With The Deceased by Friedrich Jürgenson (282 pages) (460 kb)

http://www.fargfabriken.se/fjf/fjbook.pdf

Voices of Eternity by Sarah Estep (175 pages) (650 kb)

http://aaevp.com/voices_of_eternity_web.pdf

We are on Schedule - Pulling it all Together by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Brief description of the Mayan Calendar and how we are on schedule for this time in the history of the evolution of mankind and consciousness for an awakening of consciousness. (1 page)(29 kb)

http://nursehealer.com/WeAreOnSchedule.doc

We are Spirit by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Brief article on God and spirit, and the origin of mankind. (1 page) (22 kb)

http://nursehealer.com/WeAreSpirit.doc

Who Am I? by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller

Early blog entry examining who the author is and why she is writing her thoughts on the blog. This article addresses spirituality, religion, and metaphysics. (3 pages) (28 kb)

http://nursehealer.com/Who_Am_I.doc

Hints for 24 Hours in an Electromagnetically Quiet House

2 pages

http://www.create-your-healthy-home.com/emf-tips.htm

EMF Meters Explained

3 pages

http://ghostgadgets.com/_knowledge/emfexplained.html

TECHNICAL (NOT NECESSARILY PARANORMAL):

Manual for Measuring Occupational Electric and Magnetic Field Exposures

This NIOSH technical document is a reference work for industrial hygienists and researchers who measure occupational exposures to electric and magnetic fields (EMF).

The Manual contains 16 exposure measurement protocols which have been used successfully in EMF epidemiologic studies and NIOSH's health hazard evaluations. The protocols are summarized and critiqued in a standard format, and are published with suggestions for developing measurement methods for new applications. The Manual includes an extensive index and glossary.

150 pages

http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/pdfs/98-154.pdf

SOFTWARE:

Goldwave (Audio Software)

GoldWave's advanced virtual editing system and an expandable plug-in architecture bring a new level of professional quality to your audio, while still being easy (and fun) to learn and use.

Windows ME, Windows 2000, or Windows XP is required for version 5. Windows NT/95/98 are not supported and will not work (please download v4.26 instead).

Recommended system requirements:

700MHz processor

256MB RAM

200MB hard drive space available

Accelerated video card running at 16-bit or true 32-bit colour

DirectX compatible sound card driver (DirectX 8 or later is required.)

Self-Installing GoldWave v5.14  (2.25MB/2309 kb)

http://www.goldwave.com/

http://www.goldwaving.com/downloads/gwave514.exe

I Ching Software 1 by MysticBoard

MB Free I Ching Software is an advanced yet simple program that makes the user familiar to the great powers of the Chinese oracle known as the I Ching. It offers an easy to use interface, which allows the user to get answers to his personal queries that help him understand his present problems. This software simplifies readings for people based on the wisdom of the I Ching text. One can consult the I Ching to gain knowledge and help.

Requirements: Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP/2003 Server  (596.8 kb)

http://www.mysticboard.com/

http://www.download.com/MB-Free-I-Ching-Software/3000-2056_4-10541219.html?tag=pub

Moontool 2.0 by H?emeier

Calculate the current moon phase together with other astronomical data.

Calculates the current moon phase together with several other astronomical data, like the distance of the sun and the moon, the rise and set, equinixes and solstices, eclipses. Also calculates moon-related holidays like easter, pesach, chinese new year.

Requirements: Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP (925.58 kb)

http://www.hoerstemeier.com/

http://www.download.com/Moontool/3000-2054_4-8427309.html?tag=lst-0-5

Mystic Eye Tarot - The Electric Tarot Elemental Spread 2.0 by The Mystic Eye

This Mystic Eye Tarot reading program features the Electric Tarot and the five card Elemental spread. Click the shuffle button and your tarot reading appears. Easy to follow directions provide the meanings for each card position. Click each card for a detailed explanation of it's divinatory meaning.

Requirements: Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP (494 kb)

http://www.themysticeye.com/

http://www.download.com/Mystic-Eye-Tarot-The-Electric-Tarot-Elemental-Spread/3000-2135_4-10116876.html?tag=lst-0-1

Official ESP Test

 (1.5 MB/1550 kb)

http://www.scientificpsychic.com/paranormal.html

http://www.scientificpsychic.com/esp.zip

Old People Magnifiying Glass - Was designed as a joke, but ended up being an excellent program. Use the Magnifying glass to study digital photographs and so much more. (114 kb)

http://www.ghosthaunting.com/old_people.zip

Predictive Remote Viewing 1.0.4 by Win Risk Free

PRV enables you to explore and nurture your intuition. The protocol focuses on precognition: an intuitive ability to predict the future. The idea is for you to first describe and then predict (from 2 choices) a photograph that will be shown to you in the future. The protocol provides feedback in minutes and is as simple as A B C. The protocol is based on Remote Viewing (RV) and Associative Remote Viewing (ARV).

Requirements: Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP/2003 Server  (32 MB/32767 kb)

http://www.cowleys.com.au/

http://www.download.com/Predictive-Remote-Viewing/3000-2056_4-10528728.html?tag=lst-0-1

Psychic Test Software 1 by MysticBoard

MB Free Psychic Test Software is an interesting software that helps you test your psychic abilities. Some of these abilities may be inborn and you may not be aware of it openly. This program will not only make your intuitive powers stronger, but also make you more sensitive to the spiritual world.

Requirements: Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP/2003 Server (1.17 MB/1203 kb)

http://www.mysticboard.com/

http://www.download.com/MB-Free-Psychic-Test-Software/3000-2056_4-10534155.html?tag=lst-0-3

SelfCom by Allegany Logic

Sincerely, SelfCom, with the Holy Spirit, guides you through the process of realizing Who you are. This is a complete experience designed specifically to help show you something important. SelfCom is not spoon feeding or mere entertainment. This is you doing the highest work you can do... If you do it. SelfCom is Inner Exploration of the Highest Ethic. Are you ready to experience yourself and your life in a new way? SelfCom is easy to understand and practical for everyday living no matter who you are. There are seven Levels of Illuminating Spiritual Exploration. The Interface changes as you progress. It is an experience that addresses your Highest nature.

Requirements: Windows 95/98/Me  (5.29 MB)

http://www.ourfoothills.com/alleganylogic/

http://www.download.com/SelfCom/3000-2135_4-7139811.html?tag=lst-0-8

Sky Calendar 1.11 by SkyCalendar.com

Use Stig's Sky Calendar to keep yourself up to date on local and global sky events. It will display sunrise/sunset, twilight and lunar phase, and visibility at a glance, and also includes a Planisphere, Planet Finder, and Planet Round-up display. You can even create your own events and make them available to other users.

Requirements: Windows 95/98/NT  (6.02 MB/6161 kb)

http://www.skycalendar.com/

http://www.download.com/Sky-Calendar/3000-2130_4-10175675.html?tag=lst-0-10

More Links:

GHOST HUNTING 101

http://dagulf0.tripod.com/ghost101.html

EVP Research Association UK

http://www.evpuk.com/

Say What? A Look at Microphones for Use in EVP Research

http://www.iprfinc.com/brian32.html

Articles from the Association TransCommunication

http://atransc.org/articles.htm

Electromagnetic Fields

http://tuberose.com/Electromagnetic_Fields.html

Ghost Research Equipment

http://www.ghostresearch.org/articles/equip.html

Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Basics

http://mywebpages.comcast.net/parainvestigator/Articles/EMFbasices.html

EMF Meters

http://www.maui.net/~emf/

The EMF Safety Superstore - EMF Detectors & Meters

http://www.lessemf.com/emf-mete.html

Environmental EMFs

http://www.emfrelief.com/emf.htm

Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF) and Health

http://www.powerlinefacts.com/Steering Committee Informaton Hearing/Expert Testimony/Valberg testimony.htm

Non Contact IR Thermometers

http://www.southjerseyghostresearch.org/IRThermometers.htm

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS - EMF IN THE WORKPLACE

http://www.medhelp.org/NIHlib/GF-355.html

EMF Services - Frequently Asked Questions

http://www.emfservices.com/faqs.htm

EMF OVERVIEW

http://www.fms-corp.com/emfemibasics_overview.php4

Ghost-a-Go-Go - Paranormal Glossary

http://ghostsagogo.com/glossary.html

BONUS:

What are EVPs?

EVP is short for Electronic Voice Phenomenon. This is what paranormal investigators believe to be a voice of a spirit. This voice or sound is not generally heard at the time of recording. It has been imprinted directly onto the recording medium. The SJGR team may have recorded one or more EVPs during your investigation. The recordings are evaluated using software such as Cool Edit Pro or Sound Forge. A human voice is not capable of making a sound that is below 300 Hz. If a recording of someone speaking is obtained during an investigation and it is found to be below 300 Hz you can be sure that it was not made by a human. This evidence would be included your report either on videotape or a CD.

Types of EVPs:

Class A - Loud & clear - interpreted the same by all listeners.

Class B - Reasonably clear - interpreted differenttly by some listeners.

Class C - Requiring headphones to distinguish the voices and open to individual interpretation.

From: http://southjerseyghostresearch.org/faq.htm#evp

What does it mean if the team records a temperature drop? What causes it?

Abnormal and unexplainable temperature drops may have been detected with our infrared non-contact thermometers. These thermometers only read surface temperatures a change in temperature means that something the thermometer detected as solid passed in front of it.  SJGR looks for any temperature drop of 10 degrees or more in less that one minute that does not stay in the same area or occurs again. It is believed that spirits use the heat energy in the air to manifest and this can cause cold spots. The energy that comprises the spirit or the energy around it (like orbs) may also be the source of the cold spots. An example of what SJGR would call a significant cold spot would be a 35 degree temperature drop recorded for about 4 seconds in the basement that was accompanied by a positive photo of an orb.

From: http://southjerseyghostresearch.org/faq.htm#temp

Non Contact Thermal Scanners

     Infrared radiation was discovered in the year 1800, by Sir William Herchel, when he observed that some type of "invisible" radiation appeared to be emitted by a prism illuminated by sunlight. This energy could heat up a mercury bulb thermometer in the far reaches of the visible red region, thus the term in-far-red. Infrared radiation includes electromagnetic waves (or photons) from 0.75 m to 1000 m, the spectral region between visible light and sub-millimeter microwaves. Infrared radiation is emitted by all substances above absolute zero.

     When detecting the infrared radiation given off by an object, it is possible to determine its average radiation temperature. By measuring the infrared radiation emitted by the local sky above a radiometer, we are, in effect, measuring the radiation temperature of the sky. Depending on the discipline, this method of indirect temperature measurement is referred to as non-contact thermometry or pyrometry.

     All objects above absolute zero emit infrared energy. The hotter an object is, the more active its molecules are, and the more infrared energy it emits. An infrared thermometer houses optics that collect the radiant infrared energy from the object and focus it onto a detector. The detector converts the energy into an electrical signal, which is amplified and displayed.

     Also be aware of emissivity. Emissivity is the ability of an object to emit or absorb energy. Perfect emitters have an emissivity of 1, emitting 100% of incident energy. An object with an emissivity of 0.8 will absorb 80% and reflect 20% of the incident energy. Emissivity may vary with temperature and spectral response (wavelength). Infrared thermometers will have difficulty taking accurate temperature measurements of shiny metal surfaces unless they can adjust for emissivity.

How can the emissivity of an object be determined?

     1. First, measure the surface temperature of the object to be measured with a surface-type thermocouple probe. Measure the same surface with an IR thermometer, adjusting emissivity on the thermometer until the temperature readings on both the thermocouple and IR meters agree.

     2. For temperatures up to approximately 500 deg F (260 deg C), place a piece of regular masking tape on the object to be measured. Allow the tape to reach thermal equilibrium with the object. Using an IR thermometer with the emissivity set at 0.95, measure and note the temperature of the masking tape. Then, measure the surface temperature of the object. Adjust the emissivity until the temperature of the object is the same as that of the tape.

How to use it in our Research

     The Non-contact Thermal Scanner has become an invaluable tool in the research of life after death. Like most of the equipment we use in our research, it was not designed for what we do with it. Many people use this piece of equipment improperly. This thermal scanner is to be used at a stationary location and should be monitored constantly. The measuring diameter of this device will "cone" outwards, much like a flashlight, and detect photons that enter this "cone." If you are stationary in a location you can cover a large area with one scanner. A lot of times these anomalies will move very fast through the scanner's measuring diameter. This is why it needs to be monitored constantly, and stay stationary, as some of the thermal deviations will last only a few short seconds.

     Emissivity is a large concern of many people in this field as some objects absorb thermal radiation and others reflect it. For our research we are primarily interested in anomalous thermal deviations, not the exact temperature of an object. Therefore if an object we are targeting absorbs or deflects thermal radiation, it is irrelevant. Our objective is to determine if there is in fact an anomalous thermal deviation within a location. By doing this, we are focusing our attention to any significant thermal deviations between the scanner and the target, regardless if the target has high or low emissive rating. If the surface of a target is registering at 74 degrees and within a period of 3 seconds registers at 52 degrees, no amount of emissivity can explain such a deviation of thermal radiation. This is in fact an anomalous thermal deviation and exactly what we are looking for.

From: http://dagulf0.tripod.com/ghost101.html

These resources are provided as additional information for use with a class taught by Mary Catherine "Cathy" Miller.

For more information, see http://nursehealer.com

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