Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP): Practices, Techniques and Applications

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23 Nov 2025 Riyadh, KSA $ 3,900 Register

Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP): Practices, Techniques and Applications

Introduction

Since the scientist has needed to know the identity and quantity of the materials with which they are working. Consequently, the development of chemical and physical analysis parallels the development of chemistry and physics. This course discusses one of the most important methods of instrumental spectroscopy analysis which call Inductively Coupled Plasma, the common analytical tool for the determination of elemental analyses in solution. It is based upon the emission light from elemental species aspirated into high-temperature argon plasma, which used for excitation of contained elements.

Objectives

    Upon the successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:-

    • Describe the process of sample preparation for inductively coupled plasma spectroscopy and become familiar with the different extraction procedures
    • Carry out different types of sample introduction procedures for inductively coupled plasmas including the discrete & continuous sample introduction and the hydride & cold vapour techniques
    • Introduce the inductively coupled plasma and other resources such as direct current plasma, microwave-induced plasma and glow discharge
    • Describe inductively coupled plasma in atomic emission spectroscopy and be able to explain the features & functions of spectrometers, detectors and interferences
    • Apply the latest methods of inductively coupled plasma in mass spectrometry by identifying the various types of mass spectrometer, detectors and interferences and become familiar with isotope dilution analysis & mass spectral interpretation
    • Acquire knowledge on the various methodology used for trace elemental analysis including the calibration strategies
    • List down the selected applications of inductively coupled plasma technology and be able to recognize their features and use
    • Record data or information in the laboratory and be able to identify the other selected
    • Understand the meaning of spectroscopy, and to be able to make elemental analysis with high sensitivity by spectroscopy

Training Methodology

This is an interactive course. There will be open question and answer sessions, regular group exercises and activities, videos, case studies, and presentations on best practice. Participants will have the opportunity to share with the facilitator and other participants on what works well and not so well for them, as well as work on issues from their own organizations. The online course is conducted online using MS-Teams/ClickMeeting.

Who Should Attend?

This course is intended for laboratory personnel and technical staff such as chemists, analysts,  chemical engineers, and anybody interested in chemical analysis, research and development, environmental studies, quality control, refineries, petrochemical plants, water and wastewater plants, hospitals, and medical centers.

Course Outline

Analytical Chemistry and Chemical Analysis

  • Introduction
  • Classical Methods
  • Instrumental Methods

Spectroscopic Methods of Analysis

  • Historical and review
  • Basic Principals
  • Electromagnetic Spectrum
  • Theory of Spectroscopy
    • Absorption
    • Emission
    • Fluorescence
    • Phosphorescence

Type of Spectroscopy Analysis

  • Molecular Spectroscopy analysis
  • Atomic Spectroscopy analysis
    • Atomic Fluorescence Spectrometry (AFS)
    • Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (AAS)
    • Atomic Emission Spectrometry (AES)
    • Flame Photometry
    • Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP)

Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP)

  • Introduction
  • Theory
  • Instrumentation
  • Sample introduction system (Nebulizer)
  • Peristaltic pump
  • ICP torch
  • High-frequency generator
  • Load Coils
  • Transfer optics and spectrometer
  • Detector
  • Computer interface

Routine Maintenance and troubleshot

Optimizing and Verifying Performance

Comparing ICP with Other Atomic Spectroscopic Techniques

ICP Advantages and Disadvantages

Sensitivity

Detection limit

Interference

Safety requirement for running ICP

Sampling, Preparation and Treatment

Data Analysis

Laboratory Report

Quality Control and Quality Assurance

Application

Accreditation

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