Process Analytical Chemistry, 7.5 Credits

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The aim of this course is to establish a basic understanding of the different types of chemical and physical methods that may be employed on-line, at-line and in-line to monitor chemical processes. Examples of spectroscopic, chromatographic, physical and electrochemical devices will be discussed. Sampling procedures and sample pre-treatment methods will be considered in detail and the use of multivariate chemometric analysis to convert sensor response data into control parameters for process optimization will be examined. In the context of such optimization, particular attention will be given to maximizing yield and minimizing process waste in order to improve both external and internal industrial environments.