Applied Instrumental Analysis | University of Stavanger

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

Report

Weight 1/1

Marks Passed / Not Passed

Course grading is pass/fail. If the submitted project report is not approved, the candidate will be given a new deadline for re-submission of an amended version.

When artificial intelligence is used in assessments, the student must document this by completing and submitting the self-declaration form. If you submit text, calculations, etc. that are directly copied from an AI writing tool, this will be regarded as presenting the work of others as your own and therefore constitutes cheating.

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.

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.