Absolute Basics LDA

  • Duration: 2 hours for Virtual Classroom training
  • Experience level: Beginners
  • Delivery methods: Face-to-face | Offsite training & consultancy | Online | Onsite training & consultancy | Tailored training |
  • Instrumentation: Universal
  • Manufacturer(s):
  • CPD Approved: Not yet approved
  • Scheduled course price: £120.00 + TAX per delegate
  • Course discounts: RSC CAMS Heated members receive a discount on this course

What will you learn on this course?

This module is a perfect introduction for absolute beginners to Laser Diffraction Analysis (LDA). The course will cover the what, why, where, when and how of Laser Diffraction Analysis (LDA).

  • What is Laser Diffraction Analysis (LDA)?
  • Why do we use LDA? How could it help solve problems and what answers could it give?
  • When do we use LDA? What types of analytes and samples can you use LDA for?
  • How does LDA work? and what instrumentation is available?
  • Where do we use LDA? Which applications to answer what questions?

Learning outcomes

  • You will learn about the different types of LDA
  • You will understand the definition of LDA
  • You will learn the principles & limitations of the techniques
  • You will learn about the principles and components of LDA instrumentation
  • You will learn the purpose and principles of data analysis
  • You will learn about different sampling techniques for LDA
  • You will learn about a number of industries and their application of LDA

Who is this course for?

  • Beginners – those new to Laser Diffraction Analysis.
  • Analysts or Technicians looking for a refresher in these techniques.
  • Lab Managers and Line Managers – those who are responsible for the instruments or the analysts using them.
  • Data Analysts and Report Writers – technical specialists who aren’t using the instruments but are using data from them.
  • Service Engineers and Consultant Engineers – those who look after or recommend the use of these instruments but don’t have the chemistry background or chemistry viewpoint.
  • Those involved in the Sales or Marketing of these instruments, their consumables or their use for analysis – e.g. manufacturers, contract labs, media companies.