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
Domestic fees
$1,071.73
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
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 | Distance |
Duration
52 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
TBD
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
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
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Winter 2027
Below is one offering of CHSC 5634 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 73990
Dates
Feb 22 - Feb 14 Loading
- CRN 73990
- $1071.73 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 22 - Feb 14 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Duration
52 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
TBD
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Guided learning format.
- Please contact Elaine Woo at 604-432-8393 or email Elaine_Woo@bcit.ca for approval. Must include your BCIT student ID. This is a Guided Learning, Distance Education (correspondence) course. Course delivery is through e-mail, fax, phone, CD, regular 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.
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