By Martin on Tuesday, July 27, 2004 - 06:01 am:

I would like to know if someone has an idea for a good hands one training course of a few day for intermediate/advanced chromatographers who want to get more into detail about RPC and NPC method optimization and troubleshooting and HPLC hardware troubleshooting, without spending to much time on basic theory.

Thanks,

Martin

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By tom jupille on Tuesday, July 27, 2004 - 02:32 pm:

Those are somewhat contradictory requirements in that most "hands on" courses are aimed at beginners. That said, probably the best place to go for "hands-on" troubleshooting courses is the instrument manufacturer(s).

For more general troubleshooting/diagnostics, try LC Resources (just click on the link in the upper left corner, just below "Sponsored by"). Same comment for an advanced method development course.

Since you're located in Montreal, you should also contact Progamma:
http://www.progamma.ca/Strainconsltdiv.htm

Disclaimer: I work for LC Resources.

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By Benjamin on Tuesday, August 3, 2004 - 09:15 am:

Dear Martin,

I used to work for a very large chemical company where there was a constant desire for training of all types. I was never able to find a good intermediate or advanced LC course. Hoever, there are some decent specialized trainig courses on specific subjects, such as Troubleshooting, Method Validation, Data Stations, etc.

My recommendation to you is to find someone with lots of experience on your specific areas of interest and hire the person to work with you for a week or so. Perhaps you would like to try the Retired Scientist Cooperative (RSC)

Good Luck,

Benjamin

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By Bob Boberson on Thursday, August 5, 2004 - 12:43 pm:

Sometimes column manufactures have great courses such as Phenomenex and Restek. I would look into them, but during the training they are always pushing there columns on to you.

Gook luck,
Bob

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By Ron on Friday, August 6, 2004 - 07:39 am:

One of the problems with intermediate and especially advanced courses is that people taking these courses usually have very specific things they want to learn and it is more difficult to meet everyones needs than it is in a beginning course where it is assumed that everyone is at the same level. There are many individuals and companies out there who will teach custom courses, and some manufactures will do the same if there is adequate interest. I would suggest contacting your instrument manufacturer first to see if they can help, then ask other users to suggest other trainers who can teach a course to meet your needs.