Hi,
For the spectroscope session I will be concentrating on setting up, and acquiring spectra from both gratings and slit spectroscopes.
Then running through the necessary pre and post processing of the spectral image to produce a calibrated 1D fits profile.
I use AstroArtV6 for image acquisition, but I'm sure any of the major Astrophotographic packages are similar.
I will be using BASS Project software for spectral processing
https://uk.groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/astrobodger/info
(and mentioning the others: VSpec, IRIS, and RSpec)
In spectroscopy we never, never use any subsequent image enhancement (PS, PSP etc.) The integrity of the raw data is of critical importance.
If you have any specific questions/ concerns on spectroscopy let me know before hand and I can ensure I have an answer for you.
I will also bring along some copies of the new book "Imaging Sunlight -using a digital Spectroheliograph" and the latest prototype of the SHG.
I hope you will find the session informative and helpful and that it encourages you to "boldly go where few amateurs have gone before..."