Absolute Basics of HPLC and LC-MS
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Absolute Basics of HPLC and LC-MS

This course is a perfect introduction for beginners to liquid chromatography and LC-MS, covering the what, how, why, where, and when.

Date

8 May 2026

Subject areas

Analytical

Location

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What will you learn on this course? This is a perfect introduction for absolute beginners to liquid chromatography and LC-MS. The course will cover thewhat, how, why, whereandwhenof LC and LC-MS.

What is liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, a HPLC or LC-MS?

How does liquid chromatography work? and what instrumentation is available?

Why do we use liquid chromatography? How could it help solve problems and what answers could it give?

Where do we use liquid chromatography? Which applications to answer what questions?

When do we use liquid chromatography? What types of analytes and samples can you use LC for?

 

Learning outcomes

 

You will learn about the different types of chromatography

You will understand the definitions of liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry

You will learn the principles and components of the liquid chromatograph

You will learn about the principles and components of the mass spectrometer

You will learn the purpose and principles of data analysis

You will learn about different sampling techniques for LC

You will learn about a number of industries and their application of LC

 

Who is this course for?

 

 

Beginners - those new to Liquid Chromatography or Mass Spectrometry.

Analysts or Technicians looking for a refresher in these techniques.

Lab Managers and Line Managers  - those who are responsible for the instruments or the analysts using them.

Data Analysts and Report Writers  - technical specialists who aren't using the instruments but are using data from them.

Service Engineers and Consultant Engineers  - those who look after or recommend the use of these instruments but don't have the chemistry background or chemistry viewpoint.

Those involved in the Sales or Marketing of these instruments, their consumables or their use for analysis  - e.g. manufacturers, contract labs, media companies.

This course is ideal either as stand-alone or prior to attending thePractical Essentials of HPLC and LC-MS,Complete HPLC and LC-MS,Hands-on HPLC and LC-MSor one of our manufacturer-specific Comprehensive courses.

Event details

Maria Traherne

Anthias Consulting Ltd