Atomic Absorbtion Spectroscopy

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Prerequisites and Co-Requisites

None

Recommended Optional Programme Components

Instrumental Analysis

Course Contents

This course provides candidates with profound knowledge on the historical development of atomic absorption, physical principles, spectrometers, atomizers and atomizers units, the individual steps of an analytical method, mechanization and automation, speciation analysis, the techniques of atomic absorption spectrometry, individual elements, and application of AAS.

Weekly Schedule

1) Introduction of atomic spectroscopy (1)
2) Introduction of atomic spectroscopy (2)
3) Introduction of atomic spectroscopy (3)
4) History of atomic spectroscopy (1)
5) History of atomic spectroscopy (2)
6) Atomic absorption spectrometry (1)
7) Atomic absorption spectrometry (2)
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) Flame atomic absorption spectrometry (1)
10) Flame atomic absorption spectrometry (2)
11) Graphit furnace atomic absorption spectrometry (1)
12) Graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometry (2)
13) Graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometry (3)
14) Hydride generation
15) Interferences of atomic absorption spectroscopy
16) Final examination

Recommended or Required Reading

1- Bernard Welz, Michael Sperling, Atomic Absorption Spectrometry

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1) Lecture
2) Discussion
3) Drill and Practice
4) Demonstration
5) Group Study
6) Lab / Workshop
7) Self Study
8) Problem Solving

Assessment Methods and Criteria

Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade	40%
Number Percentage Semester Studies Other(s) 14 50% Midterm Examination 1 50%
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade	60%
Total	100%

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Work Placement(s)

Not Required