Atomic spectrometry 1200-2EN-ATSPWYER
The aim of this lecture is to provide a detailed overview of currently used modern instrumental methods, particularly those from atomic spectrometry group. Atomic spectrometry methods are used to determine elemental composition, and the most common measurement techniques include atomic absorption, emission, and fluorescence spectrometry. Elemental mass spectrometry is also included among the methods used to determine elemental composition. The course covers an explanation of the physicochemical fundamentals of each measurement technique, its areas of application, and its capabilities and limitations. An important part of the course is a discussion of the principles of selecting a research scenario to obtain complementary information about the object being studied, leveraging knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of a given measurement technique. Furthermore, the course will present procedures for selecting the appropriate measurement technique or selecting multiple measurement techniques depending on the analysis objective.
A lot of attention is paid to selection the sample preparation method adequate to the type of object being tested, the requirements of the measurement technique used, and the intended use of the measurement results. This part of the course also discusses metrological principles of ensuring the quality of results, including the principles of presenting results in legally regulated areas.
Estimated student workload per semester: 37.5 hours, including:
• participation in classes: 15 hours
• consultations: 7.5 hours
• preparation for the examination: 15 hours
Type of course
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
• knows the physicochemical foundations of modern atomic spectrometric methods;
• is able to assess the capabilities and limitations of the discussed measurement techniques used for the determination of elemental composition;
• is able to develop a complex measurement strategy when it is necessary to solve complex analytical problems;
• is able to apply appropriate statistical methods enabling the statistical evaluation of results;
• critically analyzes the obtained results and presents them in the form of a report.
Assessment criteria
Attendance is mandatory and is verified based on the attendance list. The maximum number of absences allowed is 3.
Active participation during lectures (participation in discussions).
The method of verifying learning outcomes is passing the examination.
In the case of the lecture course, this is a final written examination.
Practical placement
not applicable
Bibliography
Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry, Douglas A. Skoog, Donald M. West, F. James Holler, Stanley R. Crouch.
Materials provided by the lecturer.
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