This course builds on students’ existing background in analytical chemistry to develop both theory and practice relating to the latest analytical techniques used in industry and research. The course covers in general, method validation and quality assurance in the analytical chemistry laboratory; and for selected major techniques; method development, theory, operation, instrumentation and applications. Analytical methods covered include; separation techniques (chromatography), mass spectrometry, hyphenated chromatography-mass spectrometry techniques, electrochemistry and bioassays. There is a strong emphasis on practical experience.

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Postgraduate coursework students wishing to enrol in this course should contact the The School of Chemistry www.chem.unsw.edu.au for advice to arrange enrolment.