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Refractometry, Polarimetry and Optical Measurement Techniques

Refractive index and optical rotation are simple but powerful measurements for identity, concentration and purity. Correct sample handling and instrument calibration are essential to trustworthy readings. This course covers refractometry, polarimetry and related optical methods.

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What you will be able to do

  • Explain the principles behind refractive index and optical rotation
  • Operate refractometers and polarimeters correctly
  • Control temperature and sample condition
  • Calibrate instruments with reference materials
  • Apply results to identity, purity and concentration

Course outline

  1. 01Refractive index and optical rotation basics
  2. 02Refractometer operation
  3. 03Polarimeter operation
  4. 04Temperature and sample control
  5. 05Calibration and verification
  6. 06Concentration and purity applications
  7. 07Maintenance and care

Who should attend

Laboratory technicians and analysts in food, beverage, pharmaceutical and chemical laboratories using optical measurement instruments.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendarRegister
3 to 4 Nov 2026Johannesburg2R10,000Register
4 to 5 Nov 2026Cape Town2R10,000Register
5 to 6 Nov 2026Durban2R10,000Register
9 to 10 Nov 2026Pretoria2R10,000Register
10 to 11 Nov 2026Windhoek2US$1,100Register
11 to 12 Nov 2026Gaborone2US$1,100Register
12 to 13 Nov 2026Maseru2US$1,100Register
16 to 17 Nov 2026Mbabane2US$1,100Register
17 to 18 Nov 2026Lusaka2US$1,100Register
18 to 19 Nov 2026Harare2US$1,100Register
19 to 20 Nov 2026Lilongwe2US$1,100Register
23 to 24 Nov 2026Blantyre2US$1,100Register
24 to 25 Nov 2026Mozambique2US$1,100Register
25 to 26 Nov 2026Nairobi2US$1,100Register
26 to 27 Nov 2026Dar es Salaam2US$1,100Register
30 Nov to 1 Dec 2026Kigali2US$1,100Register
1 to 2 Dec 2026Kampala2US$1,100Register
2 to 3 Dec 2026Accra2US$1,100Register
3 to 4 Dec 2026Lagos2US$1,100Register
7 to 8 Dec 2026Cairo2US$1,100Register
8 to 9 Dec 2026Mauritius2US$1,100Register
9 to 10 Dec 2026Dubai2US$1,100Register
10 to 11 Dec 2026Online2US$900Register

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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