Practical Essentials of Elemental Analysis sample introduction
- Duration: 2 hours for on-demand
- Experience level: Intermediate
- Delivery methods: Offsite training & consultancy | Online | Onsite training & consultancy | Tailored training |
- Type of course: Universal
- Applicable to manufacturer(s): Agilent | Thermo |
- CPD Approved: Not yet approved
- Scheduled course price: £130.00 + TAX per delegate
- Course discounts: RSC HEaTED CAMS Cambridge Network members receive a discount on this course
Your essential guide to sample introduction in elemental analysis
Module 3 of the Complete Elemental Analysis and the Practical Essentials of Elemental Analysis course.
This third module course takes an in-depth approach to sample introduction for elemental analysis. Explore the methods and components that form part of introducing a sample into atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS), inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES) and ICP-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) instrumentation, as well as understanding the functions and workings of autosamplers. This module is designed for students, professionals and chemists who want to further their knowledge on sampling introduction in elemental analysis.
This module can be combined with any of the other nine modules in the Complete Elemental Analysis to tailor your training needs.
Why should I join?
On completion of this module 3 training, you will have a solid understanding of the importance of sample introduction for elemental analysis, giving you:
- An overview of autosamplers
- Clear explanations gases used in flame AAS (FAAS)
- Understanding of considerations required for sample introduction based on sample type
- Overview of specialised methods of introduction used for certain analytes and samples
- A great addition to the other modules in our Complete elemental analysis
- A great refresher on sample preparation if you have not performed elemental analysis for a while
What would I learn?
This module focuses on explaining the importance of sample introduction when it comes to using elemental analysis, where you will learn:
- The components and operations of an autosampler
- What types of gases available for FAAS and their pros and cons
- How various spray chambers can be used to aid analysis in ICP-OES and ICP-MS
- The components and function of the argon plasma torch
- How laser ablation (LA) can be coupled to both ICP-OES and ICP-MS
What knowledge will I gain?
By the end of the module, you will:
- Understand the design and stages of a FAAS burner
- How hydride generation, graphite furnace AAS (GFAAS) or cold vapour AAS (CVAAS) may be required for analysis
- Understand how samples are introduced into an ICP system through the peristaltic pump and pump tubing
- Know the differences between cyclonic, baffled and Scott double pass spray chambers
- Comprehend how different nebulisers maybe required for analysis dependent on sample type
- Know when glow discharge or LA sample introduction may be necessary
- Be familiar with how samples are introduced into the various elemental analysis instrumentation
Is this course for me?
This course is designed for anyone who would like to learn about sample introduction in elemental analysis.
- Laboratory analysts & technicians using elemental analysis
- Laboratory or line managers overseeing elemental analysis instruments
- Data analysts and report writers who work with elemental analysis
- Service engineers who want chemistry focused viewpoint to elemental analysis
- Sales, commercial or marketing teams who work with elemental analysis components instruments, or services in anyway and would like more in-depth knowledge
If elemental analysis touches your work in any way, this well-planned course delivered by experts in the field equips you to understand the science behind these techniques.
