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Spectroscopy Techniques UV Visible Atomic Absorption and FTIR

This course builds practical competence in the spectroscopic techniques most widely used in South African testing laboratories. Participants cover UV visible spectrophotometry, atomic absorption spectroscopy and FTIR, including sample preparation, instrument operation, spectral interpretation and common interference effects, equipping staff to run routine and specialised spectroscopic analyses with confidence.

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What you will be able to do

  • Explain the principles of UV visible, atomic absorption and FTIR spectroscopy.
  • Describe sample preparation requirements for each spectroscopic technique.
  • Operate spectrophotometers, atomic absorption and FTIR instruments correctly.
  • Interpret spectra and absorbance data to identify and quantify analytes.
  • Identify common interference effects and apply appropriate corrections.
  • Troubleshoot poor spectral results and instrument performance issues.

Course outline

  1. 01Principles of Molecular and Atomic Spectroscopy
  2. 02UV Visible Spectrophotometry Operation
  3. 03Atomic Absorption Sample Preparation
  4. 04Flame and Furnace AAS Techniques
  5. 05FTIR Sample Handling and Scanning
  6. 06Spectral Interpretation and Quantification
  7. 07Interference Identification and Correction
  8. 08Instrument Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Who should attend

This course suits laboratory analysts, chemists and technicians who operate or plan to operate UV visible, atomic absorption or FTIR instruments.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendarRegister
28 Sep to 2 Oct 2026Nairobi5US$1,800Closed
5 to 9 Oct 2026Dar es Salaam5US$1,800Register
12 to 16 Oct 2026Lusaka5US$1,800Register
19 to 23 Oct 2026Harare5US$1,800Register
26 to 30 Oct 2026Accra5US$1,800Register
2 to 6 Nov 2026Lagos5US$1,800Register
9 to 13 Nov 2026Dubai5US$1,800Register
16 to 20 Nov 2026Johannesburg5R18,000Register
23 to 27 Nov 2026Cape Town5R18,000Register
30 Nov to 4 Dec 2026Durban5R18,000Register
7 to 11 Dec 2026Pretoria5R18,000Register

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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