Course detail

Trace and Ultratrace Analysis of Organick Pollutants

FCH-DCO_VOKAcad. year: 2011/2012

Definition of analytical process in ultra-trace analysis, combination of analyte/matrix. Basic characteristics of analytical process in ultra-trace analysis; AOAC methods, ISO methods for trace analysis. Techniques of pre-treatment of sample for given field, problems of homogeneity of samples. Isotope techniques applied in ultra-trace analysis of biotic and abiotic samples and their comparison with other methods. Statistical methods of evaluation suitable for ultra-trace analysis.

Language of instruction

Czech

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

prof. Ing. Josef Čáslavský, CSc.

Department

Institute of Chemistry and Technology of Environmental Protection (ÚCHTOŽP)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Acquisition of knowledge essential for performance of ultra-trace analysis and for interpretation of results obtained by this method

Prerequisites

Knowledge in the fields of analytical, physical and instrumental analytical chemistry

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Teaching methods depend on the type of course unit as specified in the article 7 of BUT Rules for Studies and Examinations.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

Oral examination in which knowledge acquired from lecture study texts and also from recommended literature is checked

Course curriculum

1. Definition of analytical process in ultra-trace analysis, basic characteristics
2. AOAC and ISO methods used for ultra-trace analysis
3. Techniques of sample treatment for ultra-trace analysis
4. Isotope techniques and their comparison with other techniques
5. Statistical methods suitable for evaluation of ultra-trace analysis results

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

Familiarisation with basics aspects of analytical process in the field of ultra-trace analysis.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

E-learning materials; consultations during the semester for the distance learning students.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

E-learning na VUT (CS)
J. R. Dean: Methods for Environmental Trace Analysis. Wiley & Sons, ISBN 0-470-84421-3 (CS)