Comprehensive ICP-MS (Agilent SQMS with MassHunter)

Duration: 4 days for live courses
Experience level: Intermediate
Delivery methods: Blended learning | Face-to-face | Offsite training & consultancy | Onsite training & consultancy | Tailored training |
Type of course: Manufacturer specific
Applicable to manufacturer(s): Agilent |
CPD Approved: Not yet approved
Scheduled course price: £1,990.00 + TAX per delegate
Course discounts: RSC CAMS HEaTED Cambridge Network members receive a discount on this course

Your Comprehensive guide to inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) using an Agilent single quadrupole mass spectrometer (SQMS) with MassHunter software

Learn all about the hardware and software used in inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) focusing on the Agilent ICP-MS using MassHunter software, with this 4-day chemistry centred course. The first half introduces fundamental theory of single quadrupole (SQ) ICP-MS, alongside operating and looking after your instrument. The second half focuses on Agilent MassHunter software for instrument control, data acquisition and data analysis. This course combines classroom-based presentations with laboratory-based hardware and software exercises using Agilent instrumentation, to provide the most comprehensive level of ICP-MS training. Enhance your understanding further with instrument parts to handle and see (virtual) including an ICP torch, peristaltic pump and MS quadrupole.

This Comprehensive ICP-MS course is ideal for professionals, students, analysts and technicians responsible for the operation of Agilent ICP-MS with MassHunter software. The ICP-MS theory will go into detail of how both ICP and MS work, their method parameters, basic sample preparation, maintenance and troubleshooting as well as including an introduction to method development. Put the knowledge learnt in the classroom into practice in the lab to analyse samples, perform maintenance and troubleshoot the analytical instrument. The software part of the course covers PC and data system set-up, then after an overview of MassHunter software, will focus on instrument tuning, creating methods, using sequences and performing quantitative data analysis, with many practical exercises on the software in the lab or in the (virtual) classroom.

Why should I join?

On completion, you will have the full picture and in-depth knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of an Agilent ICP-MS from hardware components through to operation of MassHunter software, with the confidence to apply this information as soon as you return to your lab.

This comprehensive ICP-MS course gives you:

Strong theoretical and practical skills on both Agilent ICP-MS hardware and MassHunter software
Clear explanations of Agilent ICP-MS instrumentation and logical workflows for MassHunter software
A range of lab-based exercises from setting up the hardware through to maintenance of components and troubleshooting of common ICP-MS issues
A clear work through of MassHunter from setting-up and preparation through to quantitative data analysis and how to perform a sample measurement
Software exercises, creating calibration curves, producing performance reports and performing quantitative data analysis

This is your opportunity to attend fully comprehensive training, enabling you to properly understand and use your Agilent ICP-MS with MassHunter software in your laboratory efficiently and effectively.

What would I learn?

This user-friendly, Comprehensive ICP-MS course goes beyond how to push buttons, covering the in-depth aspects and theory of ICP-MS from a chemistry perspective with matching, lab-based exercises to put the knowledge learnt into practice. You will learn:

Principles behind ICP-MS and how the two techniques hyphenate together
Operational components of the ICP-MS from autosamplers through to the inner workings of the mass spectrometer
The pros and cons of various types of spray chambers and nebulisers available
An overview of the different types of ICP-MS mass analysers, including Time-of-Flight (ToFMS) for fast analysis, magnetic sector for high resolution ICP-MS and triple quadrupole (QQQMS) tandem mass spectrometers used in ICP-MS/MS
Useful understanding of ICP-MS maintenance, including nebuliser and spray chamber cleaning, as well as sampler and skimmer cone care
ICP-MS troubleshooting, looking at plasma ignition problems and how performance reports are a key indicator that there may be a problem
Operation of MassHunter software, from installation through to data handling and analysis
How to create and edit the parameters of methods, batches and sequences using MassHunter software and use the tools available to maximise efficiency and effectiveness

What knowledge will I gain?

Develop a fundamental understanding of ICP-MS, from core principles and theory through to data analysis, with emphasis on both operational practice and underlying chemistry
Become familiar with Agilent ICP-MS and MassHunter software
Gain practical experience of performing maintenance on ICP-MS components such as the sampler and skimmer cones, torch and nebuliser
Determine how to troubleshoot the instrument and software
Understand how to create a method and alter ICP-MS parameters
Practice how to undertake quantitative data analysis, including calibration setup and sample analysis
Comprehend the full Agilent ICP-MS system from sample preparation through to reporting
Practical experience in checking ICP-MS hardware, observing tuning reports and how to mange interferences

Is this course for me?

This training is designed for anyone who needs a solid theoretical and practical approach to learning Agilent ICP-MS with MassHunter from an operational and chemistry angle.

For those with basic knowledge of ICP-MS, looking to enhance their knowledge and laboratory skills on an Agilent system
Analysts & technicians requiring training or a clear and structured refresher on Agilent ICP-MS instrumentation
Laboratory or line managers overseeing Agilent ICP-MS instruments
Data analysts and report writers who interpret results but don’t use the instruments and would like more knowledge and some experience of ICP-MS alongside how to use the software
Service and consultant engineers who need both theoretical and lab-based training or a refresher
Sales, marketing or commercial teams working with ICP-MS systems, consumables, data or laboratory services and would like more in-depth knowledge