Spectroscopy Techniques UV Visible Atomic Absorption and FTIR

This course builds practical competence in the spectroscopic techniques most widely used in South African testing laboratories. Participants cover UV visible spectrophotometry, atomic absorption spectroscopy and FTIR, including sample preparation, instrument operation, spectral interpretation and common interference effects, equipping staff to run routine and specialised spectroscopic analyses with confidence.

What you will be able to do

Explain the principles of UV visible, atomic absorption and FTIR spectroscopy.
Describe sample preparation requirements for each spectroscopic technique.
Operate spectrophotometers, atomic absorption and FTIR instruments correctly.
Interpret spectra and absorbance data to identify and quantify analytes.
Identify common interference effects and apply appropriate corrections.
Troubleshoot poor spectral results and instrument performance issues.

Course outline

01Principles of Molecular and Atomic Spectroscopy
02UV Visible Spectrophotometry Operation
03Atomic Absorption Sample Preparation
04Flame and Furnace AAS Techniques
05FTIR Sample Handling and Scanning
06Spectral Interpretation and Quantification
07Interference Identification and Correction
08Instrument Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Who should attend

This course suits laboratory analysts, chemists and technicians who operate or plan to operate UV visible, atomic absorption or FTIR instruments.

Dates, venues and fees

Dates	Venue	Days	Fee
17 to 21 Aug 2026	Pretoria	5	R18,000
24 to 28 Aug 2026	Cape Town	5	R18,000
7 to 11 Sep 2026	Online	5	US$900
14 to 18 Sep 2026	Mozambique	5	US$1,800
21 to 25 Sep 2026	Cairo	5	US$1,800
28 Sep to 2 Oct 2026	Accra	5	US$1,800
5 to 9 Oct 2026	Lusaka	5	US$1,800
12 to 16 Oct 2026	Kigali	5	US$1,800
19 to 23 Oct 2026	Nairobi	5	US$1,800
26 to 30 Oct 2026	Durban	5	R18,000
2 to 6 Nov 2026	Johannesburg	5	R18,000
16 to 20 Nov 2026	Mauritius	5	US$1,800
23 to 27 Nov 2026	Dubai	5	US$1,800
30 Nov to 4 Dec 2026	Lagos	5	US$1,800
7 to 11 Dec 2026	Harare	5	US$1,800
14 to 18 Dec 2026	Kampala	5	US$1,800
21 to 25 Dec 2026	Dar es Salaam	5	US$1,800

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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