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IMAK6005 - Instrumentation for chemical analysis

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Passed / Not Passed

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Project Work 50/100
Written home exam 50/100 2 hours

Course content

Methods and sensors for analysis of chemical composition adequate for on-line use in industrial processes. Theoretical foundations for the various sensors and methods. The module will give hands-on experience in selected methods through laboratory assignments and through theoretical calculations. Methods and devices that are covered are:

  • Electrochemical methods (voltammetry, potential step methods, impedance)
  • Potentiometric sensors, ion selective electrodes, and pH measurements
  • Sensors based on microfluidics
  • Amperometric sensors
  • Coulometric methods and stripping voltammetry
  • Roterating electrodes
  • Reference electrodes
  • Gravimetric methodes
  • Optical sensors and spectrometry (UV-vis og vibrational spectroscopy)

The module also offers a brief introduction to electric circuits and electronics for conversion from physical to electrical signals, including conversion for analogue to digital signals and signal analysis. Signal noise. Filtering. Lock-in amplifiers. The module emphasizes analysis of precision and accuracy and measurement errors specific to the various methods covered.

Learning outcome

After the course the participants can account for the principles on which the various methods are based so as to quantitatively assess the methods for an industrial application, and account for how instruments are calibrated and measurements performed so as to obtain and acceptable precision and accuracy. The participants are capable of giving detailed accounts of electrochemical and optical methods for measuring concentration, and are able to perform such measurements in the laboratory or in industry. The participants are familiar with the most important application areas for the other types of measurements described in the module.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, problem sets, and laboratory assignments.

Further on evaluation

Written exam 50 % and project work 50 %.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
- (EVUNV0H)

Course materials

Peter Gr ̈undler, "Chemical Sensors. An Introduction for Scientists and Engineers",Springer-Verlag, Berlin/Heidelberg (2007)

Jiri Janata, "Principles of Chemical Sensors", Second Edition, Springer,Dordrecht/Heidelberg/London/New York (2009)

Additional material to be announced at course start.

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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  2.5 SP
Study level: Further education, higher degree level

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2025

Language of instruction: English, Norwegian

Location: Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • Materials Science and Engineering
  • Electrochemistry
  • Technological subjects
Contact information
Course coordinator: Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Materials Science and Engineering

Department with administrative responsibility
Section for quality in education and learning environment

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Examination

Examination arrangement: Aggregate score

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Spring ORD Project Work 50/100 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Written home exam 50/100 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
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