Learning Center Class CALENDAR:
SYLLABUS
Surface Area, Porosity, Physical & Chemical Adsorption
with applications in ASAP 2020 and 3Flex 3500
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INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS:
This course introduces students to the components, operation, and theory of the 3Flex
Physisorption & Chemisorption for surface area, porosity analysis, and active site characterization.
At the end of this course, you will:
- Be able to properly weigh the sample tube with and without sample, determine the sample
amount required, properly load a sample into a sample tube, determine required degas time
and temperature, prepare the sample using the SmartPrep degas system, and introduce
the sample to the instrument. - Understand the basic fundamentals of physisorption and basic operation of a volumetric
analysis system. - Understand the basic fundamentals of chemisorption and the basic operation of a static
analysis system. - Be able to use the computer and operational software to perform an analysis on a reference
material. - Be able to properly configure any report format, a combination of reports, and obtain
analysis information according to your laboratory requirements. - Be able to make all user level repairs, adjustments and checks, and locate equipment
problems using the Troubleshooting section of the Operator’s manual.
NEEDS AND RESOURCES:
Required Background
To successfully complete this course, you must:
- Have some minimal exposure to a 3Flex 3500 in a laboratory environment.
- Have reviewed the Operator’s manual.
Required Materials
The following provided materials will help you successfully complete this course:
- Operator Training Study Guide with Lecture Presentations
- Notepad
- Pen
- Highlighter
- Micromeritics Thumb Drive
Additional Print Resources
The following publications will also be provided:
- Webb, Paul A. and Clyde Orr. Analytical Methods in Fine Particle Technology. Norcross, Georgia,
U.S.A.: Micromeritics Instrument Corporation, 1997. - Related Application Notes and Technical Tips.
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SYLLABUS
ASAP 2020 and 3Flex 3500 Advanced Operator Training
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INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS:
This course introduces students to advanced theory of the 3Flex 3500 for surface area
and porosity analysis.
NEEDS AND RESOURCES
Required Background
To successfully complete this course, you must:
- Have some minimal exposure to Physisorption Theory.
Additional Print Resources
The following publications will also be provided:
- Webb, Paul A. and Clyde Orr. Analytical Methods in Fine Particle Technology. Norcross, Georgia,
U.S.A.: Micromeritics Instrument Corporation, 1997. - Related Lectures, Application Notes and Technical Tips.
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SYLLABUS
Gemini Series Basic Operator Training
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INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS:
This course introduces students to the components, operation, and theory of the Gemini
VII for surface area and porosity analysis.
At the end of this course, you will:
- Be able to identify and power up the system, including installation of the operating
program. - Be able to properly weigh the sample tube with and without sample, determine sample
amount required, properly load a sample into a sample tube, determine required degas
time and temperature, prepare the sample using the FlowPrep and/or VacPrep degas
system, and introduce the sample preparation to the Gemini. - Understand the basic fundamentals of physisorption and basic operation of a volumetric
analysis system. - Be able to use the computer and operational software to perform an analysis on a
reference material. - Be able to properly configure any report format, a combination of reports, and obtain
analysis information according to your laboratory requirements. - Be able to make all user level repairs, adjustments and checks, and locate equipment
problems using the Troubleshooting section of the Operator’s manual.
NEEDS AND RESOURCES:
Required Background
To successfully complete this course, you must:
- Have some minimal exposure to a Gemini in a laboratory environment.
- Have reviewed the Operator’s manual.
Required Materials
The following provided materials will help you successfully complete this course:
- Operator Training Study Guide with Lecture Presentations
- Notepad
- Pen
- Highlighter
- Micromeritics Thumb Drive
Additional Print Resources
The following publications will also be provided:
- Webb, Paul A. and Clyde Orr. Analytical Methods in Fine Particle Technology. Norcross, Georgia,
U.S.A.: Micromeritics Instrument Corporation, 1997. - Related Application Notes and Technical Tips.
Click Here to Register for this Course
SYLLABUS
Tristar Series Basic Operator Training
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INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS:
This course introduces students to the components, operation, and theory of the TriStar II 3030 for surface area and porosity analysis.
At the end of this course, you will:
- Be able to identify and power up the system, including installation of the operating program.
- Be able to properly weigh the sample tube with and without sample, determine sample amount required, properly load a sample into a sample tube, determine required degas time and temperature, prepare the sample using the appropriate degas system, and introduce the sample preparation to the instrument.
- Understand the basic fundamentals of physisorption and basic operation of a volumetric analysis system.
- Be able to use the computer and operational software to perform an analysis on a reference material.
- Be able to properly configure any report format, a combination of reports, and obtain analysis information according to your laboratory requirements.
- Be able to make all user level repairs, adjustments and checks, and locate equipment problems using the Troubleshooting section of the Operator’s manual.
NEEDS AND RESOURCES:
Required Background
To successfully complete this course, you must:
- Have some minimal exposure to a TriStar II in a laboratory environment.
- Have reviewed the Operator’s manual.
Required Materials
The following provided materials will help you successfully complete this course:
- Operator Training Study Guide with Lecture Presentations
- Notepad
- Pen
- Highlighter
- Micromeritics Thumb Drive containing presentations, relevant application notes and Study Guide
Additional Print Resources
The following publications will also be provided:
- Webb, Paul A. and Clyde Orr. Analytical Methods in Fine Particle Technology. Norcross, Georgia,
U.S.A.: Micromeritics Instrument Corporation, 1997. - Related Application Notes and Technical Tips.
SYLLABUS
AutoChem Series Basic Operator Training
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INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS:
This course introduces students to the components, operation, and theory of the AutoChem II for surface area and porosity analysis.
At the end of this course, you will:
- Be able to identify and power up the system, including installation of the operating
program. - Be able to properly weigh the sample tube with and without sample, determine
sample amount required and properly load a sample into the Instrument. - Understand the basic fundamentals of chemisorption and the basic operation of a
dynamic (flowing gas) analysis system. - Be able to use the computer and operational software to perform an analysis on a
reference material. - Be able to properly configure a report format, overlay sample data, and obtain
analysis information according to your laboratory requirements. - Be able to make all user level repairs, adjustments and checks, and locate
equipment problems using the Troubleshooting section of the Operator’s manual.
NEEDS AND RESOURCES:
Required Background
To successfully complete this course, you must:
- Have some minimal exposure to an AutoChem II in a laboratory environment.
- Have reviewed the Operator’s manual.
Required Materials
The following provided materials will help you successfully complete this course:
- Laboratory Practical Exercise Guide with Lecture Presentations
- Notepad, Pen, and Highlighter
- Micromeritics Thumb Drive
Additional Print Resources
The following publications will also be provided:
- Webb, Paul A. and Clyde Orr. Analytical Methods in Fine Particle Technology. Norcross, Georgia,
U.S.A.: Micromeritics Instrument Corporation, 1997. - Related Application Notes and Technical Tips.
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SYLLABUS
AutoChem Series Advanced Operator Training
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INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS:
This course introduces students to advanced chemisorption theory, applications and
ASAP 2920 use with a Mass Spectrometer.
NEEDS AND RESOURCES:
Required Background
To successfully complete this course, you must:
- Have regular exposure to an AutoChem II in a laboratory environment, or
- Have completed the AutoChem II Standard Operators Training Course.
Additional Print Resources
The following publications will also be provided:
- Webb, Paul A. and Clyde Orr. Analytical Methods in Fine Particle Technology. Norcross, Georgia,
U.S.A.: Micromeritics Instrument Corporation, 1997. - Related Application Notes and Technical Tips.