Vector University:

Gas Chromatograph Troubleshooting Training Course (GC-102)

Purpose

The purpose of the Gas Chromatograph Troubleshooting Training Course is to cover fundamental and advanced concepts of gas chromatograph troubleshooting.

Audience

The course is designed for analyzer specialists or analyzer technicians who are seeking a better understanding or want to develop additional gas chromatograph troubleshooting skills. Individuals attending this course must have 5+ years of experience working with gas chromatographs. Recommended classes before taking this course include Basic Chemistry and Basic Chromatography or Practical Skills Gas Chromatograph Training Programs. This is not an entry level course.

Structure

15 sessions, labs, a baseline exam and final exam.
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Time

Thirty-two (32) hours technical content.

Materials & Tools

Each session includes an introduction, learning objectives, participatory methodologies, and activities. A pre/post course assessment and peer feedback form on practice sessions are included.

Course Dates:

MAY 6-8 2025
TUESDAY-THURSDAY
12:00PM – 5:00PM

Smith Analytical

5318, FM 517
ALVIN, TX 77511

Course taught at Smith Analytical headquarters in Alvin, Texas. The Instruction Staff at Smith Analytical, LLC has years of hands-on, practical experience with all aspects of analytical instrumentation.

$2,625/Person

All course costs include training materials and meals (breakfast, lunch and snacks) during the training day.

Course Objectives:

  • Basic Chromatography Review
  • Troubleshooting various hardware components of a gas chromatograph
  • Baseline correction methods
  • Explanation and demonstration of peak integration
  • Explanation and demonstration of converting peak integration into a concentration
  • Help participants develop a better understanding of how this information is used to maintain and troubleshoot the equipment

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Cancellation Policy:

Training is transferrable. If you are unable to attend a scheduled session after a purchase order has been submitted, you will have the option to reschedule for a future offering of the same course. Alternatively, you may substitute the class for another course of equal value.