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Instrument Analytics (5 cr)

Code: 5O00GW96-3001

General information


Enrolment period

09.06.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

20.10.2025 - 16.12.2025

Credits

5 op

Virtual portion

2 op

Mode of delivery

60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Online learning

Unit

Laboratory Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages

  • Finnish

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Laboratory Engineering

Teachers

  • Piia Kanto

Person in charge

Eeva-Leena Tuominen

Groups

  • 24LATE

Objectives (course unit)

This course aims to expand and deepen students’ knowledge of instrument analytics.

Upon completing the course, students will:
• Understand the principles and terminology of instrument analytics.
• Recognize the significance of instrument parameters in analyses and be able to calculate them.
• Be familiar with the structures and operating principles of analytical instruments.
• Select the most suitable sample handling techniques for analysis.
• Present the operating principles of various laboratory analytical instruments.
• Understand basic maintenance procedures and functional testing for instruments.
• Explain how instrument parameters and analysis conditions impact the results.
• Perform calculations related to analyses.
• Interpret analysis results.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students recognize the structures and operating principles of analytical instruments. They understand the principles, terminology, sample handling techniques, and maintenance procedures. Students can calculate and interpret analysis results under guidance.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students can describe the structures and operating principles of analytical instruments. They have a solid grasp of principles, terminology, sample handling techniques, and maintenance procedures. Students accurately calculate and present analysis results, interpreting them appropriately. They can compare methods and recommend the most suitable techniques for different purposes.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of instrument principles, equipment, and terminology. They accurately calculate and present analysis results, interpreting them critically. Students can analyze various analysis techniques and recommend optimal methods for specific applications.

Assessment scale

0-5