Optical spectroscopy in analytical chemistry

In this course we will study optical spectroscopy methods commonly used by analytical chemists for compound identification and quantification.

• Course structure

  The course features lectures, workshops, laboratory project work, oral and written presentation of scientific work within the following subjects:

  Atomic spectroscopy methods
  Building on previous basic knowledge of these techniques, the course will cover atomic absorption and atomic emission spectroscopy as well as inductively coupled plasma (ICP) based methods. We will revise the underpinning concepts and consider the  instrumental setup of these methods. The course will focus on building a deeper understanding of the wide range of applications of these techniques in the analysis of water, food, environmental and clinical samples.

  Molecular spectroscopy methods 
  Building on previous basic knowledge of molecular spectroscopy techniques, we will cover UV/Vis spectroscopy, infrared (IR), fluorescence and Raman spectroscopy. We will revise the underpinning concepts and consider the  instrumental setup of these methods. The course will focus on building a deeper understanding of the wide range of applications of these techniques in the analysis of clinical and environmental samples.

  Modules

  Theory (3 ECTS)
  Lab (2 ECTS)

  Teaching format

  The teaching consists of lectures, seminars, exercises and laboratories.

  After completing the course, the student is expected to be able to:

  Theory

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the underpinning theory of atomic and molecular spectroscopy methods,
  • Describe instruments and instrument components used for the studied spectroscopy techniques,
  • Recall principles of suitable sample preparation methods,
  • Critically evaluate the merit of different spectroscopy techniques and their application for a given analysis task,
  • Select and justify appropriate techniques for chemical analyses, molecular measurements or data analyses

  Lab

  • safely operate analytical instruments by applying academic knowledge in a laboratory and solve and trouble shoot practical challenges with spectroscopy instruments
  • retrieve information online to plan laboratory projects
  • propose and optimise a workflow with spectroscopy analysis relevant to real-world analytical chemistry challenges
  • interpret analytical data
  • communicate experimental findings at a professional standard to peers
  • write accurate and coherent reports of experiments
  • effectively conduct work in teams

  Assessment

  Theory: Written exam
  Lab: Written lab reports

  Examination in English

• Schedule
  The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.

  • Schedule KZ7104 AU 2024

• Course reports
  • AUTUMN 2023

  Course_report_KZ7104_AU23.pdf

• Contact
  Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry

  Course coordinator and examiner

  Nicole Pamme

  Professor

  nicole.pamme@mmk.su.se

  

  Chemistry Section

  Chemistry Section & Student Affairs Office

  chemistry@su.se

  08-16 37 09

  

  • Visiting address

  • Arrhenius laboratory, room M345

  • Svante Arrhenius väg 16 A-D

  • Here you will find:

  • Student administrator

    International coordinator

    Study advisor

    Director of studies

  • Office hours

  • Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 09.00-11.30 and 12.30-15.00

  • Phone hours

  • Wednesday 10.00-11.30 and 12.30-15.00