The Fundamentals of Infrared Spectroscopy
This introductory course concentrates on the basic theory of infrared spectroscopy, principles of operation of the instruments, use of accessories, typical applications, and strategies for data analysis.
By taking this course, you will:
• Learn how an FT-IR spectrometer operates and why it is different from a grating instrument
• Recognize good spectra and bad spectra and learn what to do to prevent the bad ones
• Learn what the “trading rules” are and how to effectively use them
• Find out how to choose and use the best sampling accessory for your specific applications
• Understand what the data mean and recognize some of the pitfalls of spectral searching
• Discover how to extend the capabilities of the instrument for future applications.
 
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