Comprehensive GC-MS Hardware (Shimadzu SQMS)
Course summary
- Number of days: 2
- Experience level: Intermediate
- Type: Manufacturer-specific; analysts using Shimadzu SQMS
- Teaching method: Face-to-face classroom with practicals in the laboratory
- Course venue: Onsite only - contact us to arrange onsite training
- Onsite/offsite availability: Arrange this course just for you
What will you learn on this course?
The two-day Comprehensive GC-MS Hardware Training course introduces the fundamental theory of quadrupole GC-MS along with the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of the Shimadzu SQMS.
This course includes an introduction to single quadrupole mass spectrometry; the principles of method development and troubleshooting; the vacuum system; ionisation including EI and CI; the quadrupole mass filter; and the detector. The course will train the operator to perform the maintenance required to ensure the smooth running of the instrument including ion source cleaning, filament replacement, detector replacement and vacuum system maintenance.
The course also discusses the principles of troubleshooting by examining the effects of faults in the system on the chromatographic output. This course includes troubleshooting and maintenance focusing on leaks, tunes & diagnostics, GC considerations, vacuum system, ion source, quadrupole mass filter and MS detector.
It combines a mixture of classroom based presentations with hands-on hardware lab exercises, to give you comprehensive training.
Learning outcomes
- You will learn the theory & principles of mass spectrometry focusing on the single quadrupole GC-MS
- You will become familiar with the Shimadzu Single Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer instrumentation learning about the function & operation of individual components
- You will gain knowledge of the important MS parameters
- You will gain practical experience of performing maintenance of each MS component including the vacuum system, ion source, quadrupole mass filter & detector
- You will learn the strategies and gain practical experience of instrument troubleshooting
Who is this course for?
This course is primarily for analysts and technicians responsible for the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of Shimadzu single quadrupole mass spectrometers.
Course combinations
- Combine with the Comprehensive GC-MS Software (Shimadzu GCMSsolution) to form the Comprehensive GC-MS (Shimadzu SQMS with GCMSsolution) course.
Feedback from previous attendees
"The whole course was interesting, each part gave me a new knowledge that never realise before." Mohammed Elsayed - Field Technical Support, Aroscent, Egypt (Onsite Bespoke GC & GC-MS training, March 2022).