Module Details

Module Code: PHYS7036
Title: Analytical Instrumentation
Long Title: Analytical Instrumentation
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2021/22 ( January 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4411 - Physics
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces students to gas and liquid analysis instrumentation in the context of regulatory compliance. The theory is reinforced by lab based practical work and case studies
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Interpret and demonstrate the appropriate techniques and parameters for liquid and gas analysis in a variety of applications
LO2 Execute and operate calibration procedures for liquid and gas analytical instrumentation and interpret experimental data and execute a report on same
LO3 interpret manufacturer specifications with respect to instrument operation and performance
LO4 adjudicate using case studies as to whether analysis complies with regulatory requirements
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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Indicative Content
Liquid Analysis
Principles of operation, calibration, installation and maintenance of instruments for the measurement of chemical composition to include Conductivity; pH, Dissolved oxygen, TOC, turbidity and temperature. Application of water analysis to a variety of situations to include: public drinking water supplies , water supply to pharmachem and medical devices sector, wastewater treatment outflow, industrial emissions.
Air and Gas Analysis:
Principles of operation, calibration, installation and maintenance of instruments for the measurement of gas concentrations, flow rates, pressure and temperature. Gas mixing using MFCs. Application of gas analysis to a variety of situations to include: Stack emission testing, ambient air pollution monitoring, process gas composition
Regulatory Framework.
IPPC licencing. The role of CEN standard for water and gas analysis. Water Framework Directive, Industrial Emission Directive, CAFÉ Directive. Public Drinking water parameters Case studies of poor and good adherence to regulatory compliance
Sampling Systems
The need for representative samples. Operation of water and gas sampling probes.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,3,4
Assessment Description
Short Answer Questions on topics covered up to that point in semester
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Short Answer Questions on topics covered up to that point in semester
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 2,3
Assessment Description
Laboratory Practical Assignments. Includes demonstration and a sample of reports.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,3,4
Assessment Description
Analytical Instrumentation and/or Regulatory Project
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Delivery of course material Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Laboratory Practicals Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Case Studies, Extra Reading & Study Material Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Delivery of course material Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Laboratory Practicals Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Case Studies, Extra Reading & Study Material Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Béla G. Lipták. (2003), Instrument Engineers' Handbook, Fourth Edition, Volume 1: Process Measurement and Analysis, 4. CRC, [ISBN: 9780849310836].
  • Bo Højris and Torben Lund Skovhus. (2018), Microbiological Sensors for the Drinking Water Industry, IWA Publishing, [ISBN: 9781780408699].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Saeid Mokhatab, William A. Poe, and John Y. Mak. (2018), Handbook of Natural Gas Transmission and Processing, 4. Elsevier Science & Technology, [ISBN: 9780128158784].
  • Salvatore Fanali, Paul R. Haddad, Colin Poole, and Marja-Liisa Riekkola. (2017), Liquid Chromatography, 2. Elsevier, [ISBN: 9780128093443].
  • R. E. Sherman. (1996), Analytical Instrumentation, ISA, USA, [ISBN: 9781556175817].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Office of the European Commission. (2008), Ambient Air Quality and Cleaner Air for Europe, 2008/50/EC.
  • Office of the European Commission. (2010), Industrial Emissions Directive.
  • Government Publications. (2017), Drinking Water Regulations, S.I. No. 464 of 2017.
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_SPRAI_7 Certificate in Process Analytical Instrumentation 1 Mandatory