Course details
This subject covers knowledge of basic principles，the operation and maintenance， and applications of mass spectrometers used in industries. Topics include basics of mass spectrometry, tandem mass and hyphenated separation techniques, the operation, maintenance, and trouble shooting of mass spectrometers, qualitative and quantitative methods used in mass spectrometry. Contemporary applications such as the use of time-of-flight and the quadrupole mass analyzer will be discussed.
Objectives
This aims of this subject are to equip students with the basic knowledge and skills to:
- explain basic principles of mass spectrometry
- operate and maintain common mass spectrometers in analytical laboratories
- develop and validate methods for qualitative and quantitative analysis using mass spectrometers
Course Location
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