2009 US Molecular Courses
OMNIC Software Essentials Operations - 2.5 Days
This interactive FT-IR software course is designed for new users of FT-IR spectrometer systems and OMNIC operating software. Using desktop computers and sample data sets, this course will provide students with a basic understanding of infrared spectroscopy.
The course material includes:
- Basic FT-IR theory including how spectrometers work
- How to create Experiment files
- How to create individual user configurations
- Troubleshooting spectral results
- Performing basic post collection data manipulation
- Creating user reference libraries and optimizing library search results
OMNIC Software Plus Operations - 4 Days
This FT-IR software course is designed for advanced users and those who wish to utilize the capabilities of the system beyond basic data collection with their OMNIC system software. This course has been expanded to include more in-depth detail on the creation and use of Macros Basic to help automate collection and processing of data. This course utilizes desktop computers and examples to provide hands on use of the tools discussed during the course. Students are encouraged to bring automation challenges and spectra to the course for real-world examples.
The course material includes:
- Basic FT-IR theory including how spectrometers work
- How to create Experiment files
- How to create individual user configurations
- Troubleshooting spectral results
- Performing basic post collection data manipulation
- Creating user reference libraries and optimizing library search results
- Creating custom reports and storing them in within OMNIC
- Advanced data processing
- The use of Macros/Basic software to facilitate instrument automation.
FT-IR Spectral Interpretation - 4.5 Days
This course is designed for people who desire an extensive review of the interpretation of mid-infrared spectra. It is designed to show students how to interpret FT-IR spectra for structural information. The course is presented in a lecture/workshop format where the students will have opportunity to interpret data and to present their findings to the class. Students are encouraged to bring spectra from their laboratory to discuss with the class. A basic understanding of functional groups and the principles of organic chemistry is required.
The course material includes identification of:
- Alkanes and branched alkanes
- Alkenes and alkynes
- Aromatics
- Carbon containing alkyl groups
- Ethers and alcohols
- Amines, amides, and nitro compounds
- Halides
- Polymers
- Inorganics
- The use of Interpretive aids
Fundamentals of FT-IR Analysis - 4.5 Days
The Fundamentals of FT-IR Analysis course is designed to provide all the tools necessary for the user that would like to expand their knowledge of analysis with FT-IR spectrometers. The course material is presented as a combination of software training, instrumental demonstrations, and hands-on activities through the use of desktop computers and instruments in a laboratory setting.
The course material includes:
- Basic FT-IR theory
- Creating Experiment files
- Creating user configurations
- Transmission Analysis with the FT-IR
- Attenuated Total Reflectance (ATR) theory and data collection
- Reflection Analysis using sampling accessories
- Post-collection data manipulation
- Creating custom user reports
- Creating user libraries and optimizing library search results
- An Introduction to spectral interpretation
Fundamentals of FT-IR Microscopy - 4.5 Days
The Fundamentals of FT-IR Microscopy course is designed to provide all the tools necessary for the user that would like to expand their knowledge of analysis with FT-IR microscopes. The course material is presented as a combination of software training, instrumental demonstrations, and hands-on activities through the use of desktop computers and instruments in a laboratory setting. This course is designed primarily for the Nicolet Continuµm and Centaurus microscopes although users of other microscopes will find that the analysis techniques are universal.
The course material includes:
- Basic FT-IR theory
- Creating Experiment files
- Creating user configurations
- Transmission Analysis with the FT-IR microscope
- Attenuated Total Reflectance (ATR) theory and data collection
- Reflection Analysis with the FT-IR microscope
- Sample preparation tips
- Spectral troubleshooting
- Post-collection data manipulation
- Creating custom user reports
- Creating user libraries and optimizing library search results
- An Introduction to spectral interpretation
Nicolet Antaris FT-NIR Analyzer Operations - 3 Days
This course is designed for new users of Nicolet Antaris analyzers. This course is geared toward lab managers, supervisors or others responsible for setup and administration of the analyzer and system software. This course provides a thorough review of the RESULT and TQ Analyst software programs that run the Nicolet Antaris system. Users will also learn the basic care and operation of their instruments.
Upon completion of the course the student will:
- Understand the strengths and limitations of near-infrared spectroscopy for analysis and routine materials characterization
- Understand different approaches to implementing an FT-NIR analyzer as a routine or real-time analysis tool.
- Understand basic sampling procedures and systems diagnostics for the Nicolet Antaris FT-NIR analyzer.
- Develop a workflow procedure to collect, quantify and report data using RESULT software.
- Be familiar with basic method development principles using TQ Analyst software.
Nicolet Centaurus Microscope Operations - 3 Days
This course is designed to provide the user with the skills necessary to identify a wide range of samples using their Nicolet Centaurµs microscope. The course utilizes a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on training to cover the use of the instrument and software. Students are encouraged to bring samples to the course for analysis.
Students should be familiar with OMNIC FT-IR software. Only portions of the software specific to microscopy will be discussed.
The course material will include:
- Basic FT-IR theory
- An introduction to Microscopy
- Proper alignment for analysis
- Attenuated Total Reflectance (ATR) analysis with the microscope
- Transmission analysis and sample prep
- Reflection analysis and sample prep
- Post-Collection data manipulation
- Creation of user libraries and optimizing library search results
Nicolet Continuum & Continuum XL Microscope Operations - 4 Days
This course is designed to provide the user with detailed knowledge for the analysis of a wide range of samples using various microscopy techniques. Sample preparation and optimization of hardware settings on the microscope will be emphasized. The course utilizes a combined approach of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on training to show the user how to exploit the powerful advantages of the Nicolet Continuµm microscope. Students are encouraged to bring relevant samples to the course for analysis. Students should be familiar with OMNIC FT-IR software. Only portions of the software specific to microscopy will be discussed
The course material will include:
- Basic FT-IR theory
- Introduction to Microscopy
- Microscope alignment and performance testing
- Sample preparation techniques for transmission and reflection analysis
- Attenuated Total Reflectance (ATR) theory and analysis
- Creation of user libraries and optimizing library search results
- Sample mapping using Atlµs software
Quantitative TQ Analyst Software Operations - 3 Days
This course is designed to enhance the users understanding of TQ Analyst software as a tool for quantitative analysis method development. An overview of chemometric analysis methods and experimental design principles is included. This course utilizes an array of data sets to demonstrate the different types of models available to the user. In addition to these prepared data sets, students are encouraged to bring data sets of spectra from analytical approaches they wish to create. Students utilize desktop computers for this course to work along with the instructor on example methods and then perform a series of increasingly complex exercises to gain hands-on experience with the software and method creation.
The course material will include:
- Development of models based on
- Simple Beer’s law
- Classical least squares (CLS)
- Partial least squares (PLS)
- Classification analysis
- Quantitative method diagnostics
- Software wizards to measure the feasibility and performance of the methods
FT Raman Spectroscopy Operations - 3 Days
This course is designed for customers who are new to FT-Raman as an analysis technique or for those who wish to optimize instrument and software setting for the best possible results. The use of different sampling accessories and different software packages are covered during the course. A combination of lecture and hands-on sampling are used to demonstrate the effectiveness of Raman as an analysis technique. The use of dispersive Raman instruments such as the Nicolet Almega microscope are not covered in this course.
The course material will include:
- Basic Raman Theory
- Instrumental and accessory description
- Sampling considerations and optimization
- Use of MicroStage and Array Automation for analysis
- Experiment Setup
- User configuration files
- Basic post-collection data manipulation
- Creation of user libraries and optimization of library searches
- Use of Atlus and Array Automation for data collection
FT-IR Gas Analysis Software Operations - 3 Days
This course is designed for individuals who use infrared spectroscopy to analyze gases with emphasis on near infrared applications. This course will cover the operations of RESULT and TQ Analyst software for the analysis of gas samples and for the development of quantitative analysis methods.
The course material will include:
- FT-IR Theory of Gases
- Gas Applications and sample considerations
- Antaris IGS system hardware overview
- Quantitative Analysis using TQ Analyst’s CLS functions
- Correcting for spectral interferences and non-linear response
- RESULT Integration software to develop workflows
- RESULT Operation software for run-time operations
Nicolet ECO FT-IR Metrology Tool Application - 4 Days
Ideal for engineers who are responsible for creating analysis methods, this course provides a comprehensive knowledge of FT-IR principles and how they apply to process monitoring of semi-conductor wafers. Detailed application discussions are also highlighted in regards to dielectric films analysis, epitaxial film thickness and impurity determinations in silicon wafers.
Note: Operators and maintenance personnel may also gain a helpful knowledge; however, the course is intended to exceed routine analysis and does not cover hardware maintenance.
The course material will include:
- Theory of spectroscopy
- Use of ECO™ software for routine process monitoring
- Customizing ECO software
- Monitoring system performance
- Creating custom methods with ECO software
- Using ECO research software
- Theory of quantitative analysis
- Using TQ Analyst software to create calibration models
- Diagnostic determination of calibration model robustness
Nicolet Almega XR Raman Spectroscopy Operations - 3 Days
This course is designed to help you get the most from your Almega™XR. The course will educate users on system configuration and software through lecture and hands-on training. In addition to providing students a sound understanding of Raman theory, the course also features instruction on proper experiment set-up, alignment, and use of tools and software. Students are encouraged to bring samples for analysis as the course covers post-collection data manipulation, sample preparation, and the use of system tools.
The course material will include:
- Raman theory
- Experiment setup and configuration
- System alignment
- Creation and use of libraries
- Mapping using Atlus™ software
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