Applied Instrumental Analysis (MLJ903)

Advanced instrumental analytical chemistry applied in chemical and biotechnological research.


Course description for study year 2025-2026. Please note that changes may occur.

See course description and exam/assesment information for this semester (2024-2025)
Facts

Course code

MLJ903

Version

1

Credits (ECTS)

10

Semester tution start

Spring, Autumn

Number of semesters

1

Exam semester

Spring, Autumn

Language of instruction

English

Content

The theoretical basis of selected instrumental techniques is studied in detail. A selected technique is completely described theoretically, and established on an actual instrument, including preparative steps. This includes methodological development, calibration and verification.

Learning outcome

The candidate should obtain detailed knowledge of selected (one or several) instrumental analytical techniques applied in Chemical or Environmental research. The candidate should know the principles of functionality and application of important selected analytical approaches (e.g. chromatography, spectrometry, respirometry, etc.) incluing sample preparation and data analysis central to the candidates own research area, and document general analytical knowledge on PhD-level.

Required prerequisite knowledge

None

Recommended prerequisites

According to admission requirements for PhD in Chemistry and Biosciences. Final year master students may also be accepted to the course on the conditions of the appointed supervisors approval.

Exam

Form of assessment Weight Duration Marks Aid
Report 1/1 Passed / Not Passed

Course teacher(s)

Course coordinator:

Krista Michelle Kaster

Course teacher:

Magne Olav Sydnes

Course teacher:

Malcolm Andrew Kelland

Method of work

Self study over individually defined syllabus, colloquiums or laboratory and project work. Competence building spesialist courses may be included as a part of the overall course, including practical methodological work.

Open for

Available for PhD-students accepted on the PhD program at IKBM. External candidates (outside the department) may be acceoted based on theor individual background. External candidates must be advised and supported by their PhD advisor.

Admission requirements

 

Course assessment

The faculty decides whether early dialogue will be held in all courses or in selected groups of courses. The aim is to collect student feedback for improvements during the semester. In addition, a digital course evaluation must be conducted at least every three years to gather students’ experiences.

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