PARTICLE SIZE ANALYSIS USING LIGHT SCATTERING INSTRUMENTATION A Short Course
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SHORT COURSE:
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- SHOULD I ATTEND PARTICLE SIZE ANALYSIS USING LIGHT SCATTERING INSTRUMENTATION?
- WHAT WILL I LEARN IN THE COURSE?
- WHY TAKE A PARTICLE CHARACTERIZATION COURSE FROM COULTER?
- WHO WILL TEACH THE COURSE?
- WHEN AND WHERE IS THE COURSE OFFERED?
- WHAT DOES IT COST?
- HOW DO I REGISTER?
SHOULD I ATTEND PARTICLE SIZE ANALYSIS USING LIGHT SCATTERING INSTRUMENTATION?
Would you like to learn more about particle sizing methods, understand the theory and operation of light scattering particle sizers, and get hands-on experience using state of the art instrumentation? Are you a scientist or engineer involved in the design of particulate materials or emulsions? Are you a manufacturing engineer trying to maintain strict production specification based on particle size? Are you a quality control manager, engineer, or technician responsible for particle size analysis of incoming or outgoing product? Is so, this is the course you need to gain a solid understanding of particle sizing using light scattering, the fastest growing particle sizing method.
WHAT WILL I LEARN IN THE COURSE?
The course consists of two parts which can be attended separately, the first (lecture) being a prerequisite for the second (lab).
Lecture: Introduction to Particle Sizing by Light Scattering (2 days)
- Introduction to particle science and technology
- Comparison of different methods of particle sizing in use today.
- Theory and practice of light scattering.
- Fraunhofer versus Mie Theory.
- Strengths and limitations of sizing using light scattering.
- Sampling, sample preparations, and sample dispersion techniques.
- The COULTER® LS system - how does it work?
Lab: Using Light Scattering Instruments for Particle Size Analysis (2 days)
- Measuring particle size distributions using COULTER® LS Series instruments.
- Data analysis and interpretation of results.
- Optical models - when are they necessary and how to create them.
- One-on-one consultation to resolve particle characterization problems.
WHY TAKE A PARTICLE CHARACTERIZATION COURSE FROM COULTER?
In 1947, Wallace Coulter invented the Coulter Principle, a revolutionary way to count and size cells and particles. The Coulter Principle changed the science of particle sizing and counting forever. Since the 1950's, when the Fine Particle Group was formed at Coulter, particle characterization has been a principal focus for the organization.
Today, Coulter Particle characterization is a leader in instrument design providing solutions for a broad array of industries, universities, and government laboratories. In addition to Coulter Principle-based sizers and counters, particle sizing instruments based on light scattering and photon correlation spectroscopy have been a part of our product line for many years. We also design and build instruments to measure the parameters of surface area, pore size, and zeta potential. In short, Coulter Particle Characterization is a world-leader as a source of expertise in particle science.
The course director is Ren Xu, Ph.D., leader of the Science and Technology group at Coulter Particle Characterization and a widely published author in the fields of light scattering and colloidal systems. Instructors include Dr. Xu and particle characterization specialists from Coulter's Science & Technology Laboratory.
November 1996 Session February 1997 Session Lecture: Nov. 18 - 19, 1996
Lab: Nov. 20 - 21, 1996Lecture: Feb. 24 - 25, 1997
Lab: Feb. 26 - 27, 1997May 1997 Session August 1997 Session Lecture: May. 19 - 20, 1997
Lab: May. 21 - 22, 1997Lecture: Aug. 18 - 19, 1997
Lab: Aug. 20 - 21, 1997Courses will be held quarterly thereafter, dates to be announced. Or call to inquire about actual dates.
WHERE?
At the Coulter Technology Center in sunny Miami, Florida, U.S.A.
Lecture or Lab..............$695.00
Lecture and Lab........$1,195.00Fees cover:
- Instruction
- Course materials including lecture notes and other reading material
- Use of instruments and facilities
- Samples and other laboratory supplies
- Reception dinner
Contact us via e-Mail or by calling (in the U.S.A.) 1-800-523-3713. Register soon, as class sizes are limited and will be assigned on a first-come basis.
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