Practical Essentials of Elemental Analysis mass spectrometers for ICP-MS
- Duration: 3.25 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: £211.25 + TAX per delegate
- Course discounts: RSC HEaTED CAMS Cambridge Network members receive a discount on this course
Your essential guide to mass spectrometers for inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS)
Module 5 of the Complete Elemental Analysis and the Practical Essentials of Elemental Analysis course.
This fifth module takes an in-depth approach to learning all about mass spectrometers for ICP-MS, the types available and the fundamental chemistry and workings behind them, as well as exploring tandem mass spectrometry (ICP-MS/MS), and where the application of this technique can be used to aid elemental analysis. This module is designed for students, professionals and chemists who want to further their knowledge on mass spectrometers for ICP-MS.
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 5 training, you will have a solid understanding of mass spectrometers in ICP-MS, giving you:
- An overview of ICP-MS and ICP-MS/MS instrumentation
- Clear explanations of how the MS hyphenates to the ICP
- Understanding of the chemistry and processes behind ionisation
- Overview of the types of detectors used in ICP-MS
- A great addition to the other modules in our Complete elemental analysis
- A great refresher on mass spectrometers if you have not performed elemental analysis for a while
What would I learn?
This module focuses on explaining how spectrometers and their detectors work, where you will learn:
- The components and functions of various mass analysers
- What function the sampler and skimmer cones have in ICP-MS
- How different detectors function in ICP-MS
- How ionisation and ionisation potentials can influence analysis in ICP-MS
- The ICP-MS/MS process and principles and why this technique maybe be preferential
What knowledge will I gain?
By the end of the module, you will:
- Understand how the sample interface links to the mass spectrometer and detector
- Know the differences between analysers such as single quadrupole, time-of-flight (ToF), high-resolution ICP-MS, multi-collector sector field ICP-MS, and single particle ICP-MS
- Understand the key variations between ICP-MS and ICP-MS/MS
- Understand the performance characteristics of an ICP-MS/MS and the various modes used in analysis
- Comprehend how kinetic energy discrimination (KED) is used in ICP-MS
- Be familiar with the various types of detectors used in ICP-MS including the electron multiplier, micro channel plates (MCP), and Faraday cups
Is this course for me?
This course is designed for anyone who would like to learn about mass spectrometers 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.
