SYLLABUS

3Flex/ASAP 2020 Physisorption Operator Training

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INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS:

This course introduces students to the components, operation, and theory of the 3Flex and
ASAP 2020 physisorption for surface area and porosity analysis.
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.
• 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 or ASAP 2020 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.

SYLLABUS

3Flex 3500 Physisorption 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.

SYLLABUS

AutoChem II 2920 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.

SYLLABUS

AutoChem II 2920 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.

SYLLABUS

Surface Area, Porosity, & Physical Adsorption with applications in the Tristar II
3030, ASAP 2420, & ASAP 2460

INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS:

This course introduces students to the components, operation, and theory of the TriStar II
3030, ASAP 2420, & ASAP 2460 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, ASAP 2420/2460 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.