Basic Gas Chromatography Short Course
This Short Course is designed for those who work with gas chromatographs on a routine basis and need a basic understanding of gas chromatography in order to ensure valid data.
April 14-15, 2010 in Houston, TX
June 16-17, 2010 in Los Angeles, CA
August 11-12, 2010 in Baton Rouge, LA
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October 13-14, 2010 in Martinez, CA
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Cost: $1,000 per participant; cost includes continental breakfast and lunch, all training materials, and a certificate of completion
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This two day course includes the following topics:
Basic prinicpals of gas chromatography
The fundamentals of this analytical science are explained including separation, effects of flow, temperature, and parameter programming.
Types of detectors
All commonly used detectors will be explored. Universal and selective detectors will be discussed including typical applications for each.
Column selection
An optimized chromatographic separation beings with the column. Packed and capillary columns will be covered. Topics include: choosing the right stationary phase, diameter, film thickness, and column length.
Sampling considerations
Chromatographic results can be radically affected by sample acquisition and injection technique. Methods to minimize sample corruption are discussed.
Valves in gas chromatography: types, uses, special considerations
Injection valves, flow diversion, backflushing, heart-cutting, bypassing and venting valve techniques will be analyzed.
Integration, calibration, data reduction
Taking the chromatogram and converting it to a quantified report is the job of the data handling system. Understanding how parameter settings affect the integration will be covered. The importance of accurate calibration techniques will be studied and how these factors influence the quality of the data will be discussed.
Accuracy and precision
Quality analytics require a fundamental understanding of these two important parameters and how they differ.
Troubleshooting
Like all other instruments, gas chromatographs occasionally have problems. An systematic approach for troubleshooting problems is covered in conjunction with common modes of failure and their associated diagnostics.
Scheduled maintenance
Having an active maintenance program minimized unscheduled down times, saves money, and ensures quality data. Program components and schedules are detailed along with document control.
If you need more information please call Wasson-ECE Instrumentation call (970)221-9179 or email.