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Fundamentals of Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy

Learn how to use FTIR to solve on-the-job problems quickly and efficiently.

On Demand
4 Modules
Each Module
$199
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About the Course

Learn how to use FTIR to solve on-the-job problems quickly and efficiently. If you already use FTIR, find out how to perform your analyses faster and cheaper, and learn how to optimize spectral quality while minimizing analysis time.

Topics include:

  • The advantages and limitations of FTIR,
  • How an FTIR works,
  • Ways to measure instrument performance and spectral quality,
  • How spectral subtraction and library searching make the analysis of mixtures easier.

What You Will Learn

  • Understand how to measure instrument performance
  • Improved ability to analyze mixtures to identify molecules in samples
  • Quickly solve on-the-job issues

Who Should Attend

  • Anyone who performs chemical analysis.
  • Scientists and technicians who want to make their FTIR analyses faster, better, and cheaper.
  • Managers who want cost-effective infrared analyses.
  • Anyone who needs to identify molecules in samples.

Prior experience with FTIR is helpful, but not necessary.

Course Outline

  • Module 1: The Basics of FTIR

    • Introduction to Infrared Spectroscopy
      • The Properties of Light
      • What is an Infrared Spectrum? 
      • Y-Axis Units 
      • What are Infrared Spectra Used for? 
      • Infrared Spectroscopy: Good and Bad Points
    • The Advantage of FTIR: Signal-to-Noise Ratio
    • The Disadvantage of FTIR: Water and CO2 Peaks

     

  • Module 2: How an FTIR Works

    • Interferometers and Interferograms
    • How a Spectrum is Produced
    • Optimizing Spectral Quality: Part 1

  • Module 3: How an FTIR Works

    • Optimizing Spectral Quality: Part 2
    •  FTIR Hardware
      • Infrared Sources
      • Beamsplitters
      • Detectors: DTGS and MCT
      • The He-Ne Laser
    •  Instrument Troubleshooting 

  • Module 4: Dealing with Mixtures

    • Spectral Subtraction
      • Theory
      • Optimizing Subtraction Results
      • Spotting Artifacts
    •  Library Searching
      •  Background and Theory
      • The Search Process
      • Properly Interpreting Search Results
      • Subtract and Search Again

Dates, Locations, and Prices

On Demand course modules can be purchased a la carte for $199, each. All modules are held on a rolling basis throughout the year to accommodate your schedule and budget.

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About the Instructor(s)

Brian C. Smith
Founder and Principal, Spectros Associates

Brian C. Smith, Ph.D., is founder and Principal of Spectros Associates.

On Demand
4 Modules
Each Module
$199
Registration Info