Learning Paths

New Recruit Training Course

Basic Lab Skills | HPLC | GC

This comprehensive training course has been designed to give new analysts all the skills they need from essential wet chemistry techniques, through to instrument setup, in-depth knowledge of the instrument components, and fundamental understanding of the scientific theory of separation science. 

35 Modules 5 Webcasts 16 Quick Guides

GC Operator Course

GC

The fundamental concepts of GC explained. From system set-up to shutdown. Helping to build understanding and confidence in running GC analysis. With a strong emphasis on practical technique.

15 Modules 5 Quick Guides

HPLC Operator Course

HPLC

The fundamental concepts of HPLC explained. From system set-up to shutdown. Helping to build understanding and confidence in running HPLC analysis.

7 Modules 3 Webcasts 7 Quick Guides

Fundamentals of Infrared Spectroscopy

Spectroscopy

This learning path explores the theory behind infrared spectroscopy, details instrument operation, and introduces general infrared interpretation concepts.

2 Modules 1 Webcast

System Suitability for HPLC

HPLC | Data Analysis

The system suitability learning path for HPLC focuses on ensuring that an HPLC system meets predefined criteria before sample analysis. System suitability is introduced as well as method validation, chromatographic parameters, and calibration and quantitation.

4 Modules 2 Webcasts 1 Quick Guide

Basic HPLC Instrumentation

HPLC

This learning path details practical HPLC setup. The key components of the HPLC system are covered in detail, including mobile phase, autosamplers, pumps, and detectors.

6 Modules

LC-MS Basics

LC-MS

This learning path will focus on practical techniques for LC-MS instrument setup, understanding of ESI technique, and tips and tricks to avoid common problems associated with LC-MS.

10 Modules 3 Quick Guides

GC-MS Basics

GC-MS

This learning path will focus on practical techniques for GC-MS instrument setup; including tuning, acquisition modes, important GC considerations, and tips to avoid troubleshooting common GC-MS issues.

10 Modules 2 Quick Guides

Troubleshooting Sensitivity Issues (HPLC-UV)

HPLC

This learning path discusses the impact of sensitivity on HPLC-UV methods. Content details what sensitivity is, how we measure it, how it is achieved, and some of the problems that result in issues with sensitivity. 

1 Module 3 Webcasts 1 Quick Guide

Troubleshooting Pump Issues

HPLC

This learning path focuses on troubleshooting the most common issues associated with HPLC pumps; including pressure and baseline issues.

1 Module 2 Quick Guides

Troubleshooting Autosampler Issues

HPLC

This learning path focuses on troubleshooting the most common issues associated with HPLC autosamplers; including differences in design, contamination, vial issues, and the chromatographic impact of autosampler problems.

1 Module 1 Webcast 3 Quick Guides

Quantitation, Calibration, and Integration

HPLC | Data Analysis

This learning path focuses on the fundamental aspects of obtaining accurate and reliable quantitative data in analytical chemistry. It covers quantitation methods, calibration techniques, integration principles, and error reduction and troubleshooting.

2 Modules 4 Quick Guides

Troubleshooting GC-MS

GC-MS

This learning path focusses on troubleshooting the most common GC-MS problems, including what a tune report can tell us, contamination, leak detection, and vacuum pump maintenance.

5 Quick Guides

SPE Method Development

Sample Preparation

This learning path details the process for developing robust solid phase extraction (SPE) methods. From fundamental principles for mechanism selection to protocol steps, and interactive tools to ensure understanding.

2 Modules 1 Webcast 1 Quick Guide

GC Without Using Helium Carrier Gas

GC

This learning path will provide practical insights into transferring GC methods from helium to hydrogen. Including, information on hydrogen generators and practical method and instrument considerations when using alternative carrier gases.

4 Webcasts 5 Quick Guides

Fundamental Reversed Phase HPLC Theory

HPLC

This learning path covers the fundamental theory of reversed phase HPLC. Column chemistry, gradient HPLC, chromatographic parameters, and method optimization are detailed.

4 Modules 1 Video

HPLC Method Reliability

HPLC

This learning path focusses on factors which impact method reliability, including method validation and transfer, mobile phase and column issues, the impact of sample matrix and sample preparation, and instrumentation differences.

2 Modules 4 Webcasts 1 Quick Guide

Mobile Phase Issues

HPLC

This learning path focusses on common troubleshooting issues related to HPLC mobile phases. Each mobile phase parameter is considered in relation to it's impact on chromatographic performance.

2 Modules 4 Webcasts 4 Quick Guides

Troubleshooting HPLC Column Issues

HPLC

This learning path considers the most common chromatographic issues that can be attributed to the HPLC column.

1 Module 2 Webcasts 11 Quick Guides

HPLC Extra Peaks and Contamination

HPLC

This learning path details how to troubleshoot the common problem of extra chromatographic peaks. Providing practical strategies and tips to solve the problem - and avoid it.

1 Module 4 Webcasts 2 Quick Guides

Fundamental GC-MS

GC-MS

This learning path focuses on practical GC-MS instrument setup, sample introduction, GC considerations, and ionization techniques.

6 Modules 1 Quick Guide

Quantitation, Calibration, and Validation

Data Analysis

This learning path covers the fundamentals of quantitation, calibration, and validation.

3 Modules

Integration

Data Analysis

This learning path details the process of peak integration, batch integration, and troubleshooting common integration related problems.

4 Quick Guides

HILIC

HPLC

This learning path provides information on HILIC, from fundamental understanding of the scientific principles of the technique to method development and troubleshooting.

1 Module 2 Webcasts 5 Quick Guides

Where to Start with Biochromatography

Biochromatography

This content looks at the fundamentals of biochromatographic analysis.

3 Modules 2 Webcasts

Basic Lab Skills

Basic Lab Skills

This learning path covers all of the basic lab skills an analyst needs. Topics include, weighing, pipetting, titrations, pH measurement, solution preparation, and more.

11 Modules

HPLC Column Fundamentals

HPLC

This learning path focusses on the fundamental science behind HPLC columns, how to make initial decisions on column selection (both chemistry and dimensions), and how to care for your columns so that you get the most from them. 

1 Module 1 Webcast 3 Quick Guides

Fundamental LC-MS

LC-MS

This learning path focusses on fundamental understanding of the technique and components of LC-MS. From method parameters such as solvents, buffers, and additives, to ionization techniques (ESI, APCI, and APPI), and a range of mass analyzers.

17 Modules

LC-MS Interpretation

LC-MS

This learning path covers LC-MS interpretation strategies.

1 Module

Sample Preparation Techniques

Sample Preparation

This learning path focusses on a range of sample preparation techniques that can be used to clean up samples prior to analysis; including, SPE, LLE, QuEChERS, and Soxhlet extraction.

9 Modules 1 Quick Guide

Theory and Instrumentation of GC

GC

This learning path covers the fundamental theory and instrumentation of GC including column chemistry, carrier gas supply, chromatographic parameters, band broadening effects, sample introduction, temperature programming, and detectors.

9 Modules

Optimizing GC Carrier Gases

GC

From ensuring your gas supply is clean to deciding which carrier gas is optimum for your separation, this learning path will provide you with insight into optimizing carrier gases to get the best performance from your GC method.

1 Module 3 Webcasts 1 Quick Guide

GC Column Fundamentals

GC

Learn about the fundamental chemistry that governs analyte retention and selectivity on GC columns; then apply this knowledge to selecting columns. Finally, understand how to care for your columns so that they provide the best results for as long as possible.

1 Module 1 Webcast 5 Quick Guides

HPLC Instrument Fundamentals

HPLC

From start up to shut down protocols, learn about all the essential HPLC instrument components. This learning path will provide you with the knowledge of how your HPLC instrument functions allowing you to better maintain it, run it, and carry out troubleshooting when required.

2 Webcasts 2 Quick Guides

GC Instrument Fundamentals

GC

Learn how to correctly set up your GC instrument by understanding how each component functions. This will ensure you get the most from you GC every time.

2 Webcasts 3 Quick Guides

First Steps in SPE

Sample Preparation

Solid phase extraction (SPE) is a multistep sample preparation technique which can provide exceptionally clean sample extracts. This learning path will provide you with the knowledge to take the first steps into utilizing SPE; from analyte assessment to understanding the chemistry and separation mechanisms of the SPE support material. 

2 Modules 1 Webcast 3 Quick Guides

Basics of GC Temperature Programming

GC

The content in this learning path will give you a step by step guide to setting up GC temperature programmed methods.

1 Module 1 Webcast 1 Quick Guide

Basics of HPLC Mobile Phase Design

HPLC

Understand how to design and prepare HPLC mobile phases to produce the required separation.

1 Module 1 Webcast 3 Quick Guides

Troubleshooting LC-MS

LC-MS

From our Quick Guide on where to start with LC-MS troubleshooting to practical tips to help you avoid the most common problems associated with LC-MS such as contamination and signal suppression; this learning path will allow you to become an expert troubleshooter. 

1 Webcast 6 Quick Guides