Advanced GC
(Level 2 Training)

This three and one-half day course provides advanced instruction in this technique for experienced users ( 2+ years).
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A workshop presented by Rick Parmely, of Restek Corporation
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The trainees will benefit from the insights provided in this intensive three and one-half day course. Developed by chromatography experts, this course covers the essentials that every chromatographer needs to know, including:

  • How to select GC columns and evaluate column performance
  • Sample preparation for GC
  • How to identify which component caused a particular symptom
  • An unbiased review of "Fast GC" technology
  • How to set up a preventive maintenance schedule that will prevent problems from happening
  • How to maximize column lifetime

. . . and much, much more.

This course will provide time for students to ask questions and participate in discussions about GC. Students are encouraged to bring questions and examples from their own laboratories. Laboratory equipment will be available at some events, and demonstrations will be part of the discussion sessions. Each event will also offer time for vendor presentations and discussions with students.

  • Day 1-Understanding Your GC System
    • Registration/Introductions
    • GC Basics
    • Component Design Issues
      • Injectors
      • Detectors
      • Columns
    • Quantitative Technques
    • Discussion
  • Day 2-Advanced Operating Concepts for Your GC System
    • Selecting a Column - Understanding the Choices
    • Isothermal/Temperature Programming
    • Sample Introduction Technologies
    • Sample preparation for GC
    • Selected advanced GC applications
    • Discussion
  • Day 3-Solving Problems With Your GC System
    • Advanced Troubleshooting
      • Separation Chemistry Problems
      • Column Problems and Fixes
      • Tailing Bands
      • Diagnosing Component Problems
    • Special applications using GC
    • Recent Advances in GC
      • Fast GC
    • Tricks and tips for the advanced GC user
      • Discussion
    • Laboratory Demonstrations (when available)
  • Day 4-Vendor Presentations and Exhibition
    • Vendor Presentations and Discussion
    • Laboratory Demonstrations (when available)

Note: the course will end early in the afternoon on Day 4.
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