Study Guide

Objective

The student knows the fundamentals and instrumentation of spectrophotometry and atomic spectroscopy. Student knows how to measure absorption spectra by spectrophotometry and conduct quantitative analysis with spectroscopic methods.

Content

1. Basics of spectrometry.
2. Operational principles of UV-Vis- and fluorescence spectrophotometer including basics of AAS, MP-AES, and ICP-OES.
3. The spectrophotometric measurements, calibration methods, and interpretation of the results.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student demonstrates achievement of the objectives of the core competences and uses concepts and knowledge in a consistent manner. The student can perform spectrometric analysis as instructed and prepare work reports that include all required sections. Results are reported with the correct accuracy.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student understands the influence of different instrument parameters in UV-Vis, fluorescence spectrophotometry and AAS measurements. The student works carefully and purposefully when performing analyses. The report is clear in structure and language. The student is able to draw conclusions independently and the results include an estimate of the uncertainty of the measurement.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student can apply theory and select measurement conditions and instrument parameters for UV-Vis, fluorescence spectrophotometry and AAS measurements. The student will work independently, proactively and purposefully. The student will be competent to plan and schedule work in a rational manner. The language of the report and the review of results are excellent.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

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Prerequisites

Fundamentals of Chemistry 1, Orientation to Field and Studies