Course Overview
Basic principles involved in the operation of instruments commonly found in analytical laboratories. Included are absorption spectrometers (atomic absorption, etc) emission spectrometers (arc, ICP and DCP), X-ray fluorescence spectrometer, electrochemical instruments (polarography, anodic stripping, coulometry, ion selective electrodes) and fluorometer. The description and function of the various instrument components will be presented to assist in discussions about the relative advantages and disadvantages of an instrument for a given analytical problem, errors and error avoidance, and instrument calibration.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in CHSC 5631
Credits
3.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$119.55 - $1,071.73 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Related Programs
Analytical Instrumentation (CHSC 5634) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Energy
- Assayer Training
Statement of Completion Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are two offerings of CHSC 5634 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 68120
Dates
Jun 08 - May 31 Loading
- CRN 68120
- $119.55 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 08 - May 31 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Duration
52 weeks
Instructor
Elaine Woo
Course outline
TBD
Important information
- Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
- Re-registration section for students who require an extension to complete CHSC 5634. Eligible students have been pre-approved to register. For more information, please email the Program Assistant at soepts@bcit.ca and please make sure to include your BCIT Student ID. Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current in your myBCIT account.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 70732
Dates
Jul 06 - Jun 28 Loading
- CRN 70732
- $119.55 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 06 - Jun 28 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Duration
52 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
TBD
Important information
- Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
- Re-registration section for students who require an extension to complete CHSC 5634. Eligible students have been pre-approved to register. For more information, please email soepts@bcit.ca and please make sure to include your BCIT Student ID.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of CHSC 5634 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 52762
Dates
Oct 05 - Sep 27 Loading
- CRN 52762
- $1071.73 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 05 - Sep 27 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
52 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
TBD
Important information
- Guided learning format.
- For approval to enroll, please contact Elaine Woo at 604.432.8393 or email Elaine_Woo@bcit.ca. This is a Guided Learning, Distance Education course. Course delivery is through internet, fax, phone, CD, mail and labs.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice. Find out more about BCIT course cancellations.