Introduction To Basic Instrumentation And Use
- Health Sciences
- 300 level
- 108 pages
- 17 units
This course introduces the fundamental principles of instrumentation and their applications in environmental health. It covers various instruments used in laboratory settings, including spectrophotometers, pH meters, microscopes, and incubators. The course also explores air sampling techniques, environmental hazards, and safety protocols. Students will learn about analytical methods, validation techniques, and precautions for using laboratory equipment, ensuring accurate and reliable data collection and analysis.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 150 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, practical
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assessments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EHS301, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EHS301 · UNIT 1: General Overview
Module 4 further examines the use of laboratory equipment. Unit one highlights the use of barometer and the different type of barometer for specific purposes while unit 2 discusses the weather balloon and sundry issues associated with its use.
What you should be able to do
- Define and explain the principles of environmental health.
- Identify and describe various laboratory instruments and their uses.
- Apply safety protocols in laboratory settings.
- Perform basic analytical methods and validate their results.
- Analyze and interpret data from environmental monitoring instruments.
- Understand the importance of precautions in using laboratory equipment.
What it prepares you for
- Environmental Health Officer
- Laboratory Technician
- Environmental Scientist
- Industrial Hygienist
- Safety Officer
- Environmental Monitoring
- Public Health
- Industrial Safety
- Research Laboratories
- Waste Management
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Basic principles of laboratory safety
Unit 3: Optical air sensors
Requires understanding of complex chemical processes and spectral analysis techniques.
- Module 4: Basic principles of laboratory safety
Unit 3: Weather Balloon
Involves advanced knowledge of atmospheric science and meteorological instrumentation.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 52 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction to Environmental Health
Unit 1: Introduction · 2 hours
Read the introduction to environmental health.. Understand the definition of environmental health.. Identify the various disciplines within environmental health..
Unit 2: Disciplines in Environmental health · 2 hours
Study the different disciplines in environmental health.. Understand the roles of environmental epidemiology, toxicology, and exposure science.. Learn about environmental engineering and environmental law..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction to Environmental Health
Unit 3: Sources of Environmental health · 3 hours
Identify the types of environmental health.. Study the impacts of environmental and human-made hazards.. Understand the spread of diseases..
- Week 3Module 1: Introduction to Environmental Health
Unit 4: Environmental Hazards · 4 hours
Learn about chemical, physical, biological, and psychosocial hazards.. Understand the effects of water pollution and other environmental issues.. Study the impact of human activities on the environment..
- Week 4Module 2: Basic principles of laboratory safety
Unit 1: Spectrophotometer · 3 hours
Study the design and application of a spectrophotometer.. Understand how spectrophotometry is used for quantitative analysis.. Learn about the different types of spectrophotometers..
- Week 5Module 2: Basic principles of laboratory safety
Unit 2: pH meter · 3 hours
Describe the operation of a pH meter.. Learn about the applications of pH meters in various fields.. Understand the principles of potentiometric pH measurement..
- Week 6Module 2: Basic principles of laboratory safety
Unit 3: Microscope · 3 hours
Discuss the parts and functions of a microscope.. List various types of microscopes.. Understand the principles of magnification and resolution..
- Week 7Module 2: Basic principles of laboratory safety
Unit 4: Hot air Oven · 3 hours
Describe the hot air oven and its uses.. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of using a hot air oven.. Understand the standard settings for sterilization..
- Week 8Module 3: Basic principles of laboratory safety
Unit 1: Incubators · 3 hours
Describe the incubator and its uses.. Understand how incubators maintain optimal conditions for cell cultures.. Learn about the different types of incubators..
Unit 2: Centrifuge · 3 hours
Describe the centrifuge and its types.. Understand the principle of sedimentation.. Learn about the uses of centrifuges in separating fluids and particles..
- Week 9Module 3: Basic principles of laboratory safety
Unit 3: Optical air sensors · 3 hours
Describe optical air sensors and their uses.. Learn about the different methods of air sampling.. Understand how sol-gels and fluorescence are used in air sensing..
- Week 10Module 3: Basic principles of laboratory safety
Unit 4: B2 technology and application · 4 hours
Study the B2 technology and its applications.. Understand the operation of ambient ozone monitors, NO2 monitors, and mercury monitors.. Learn about the use of these technologies in environmental monitoring..
- Week 11Module 4: Basic principles of laboratory safety
Unit 1: Gas plume imaging · 3 hours
Learn about gas plume imaging techniques.. Understand the use of sensors in identifying and quantifying gas releases.. Study the applications of gas plume imaging in environmental monitoring..
Unit 2: Barometer · 3 hours
Describe the types of barometers.. Understand how barometers measure atmospheric pressure.. Learn about the functions of barometers in weather forecasting..
- Week 12Module 4: Basic principles of laboratory safety
Unit 3: Weather Balloon · 4 hours
Describe the makeup and operation of a weather balloon.. Understand the uses of weather balloons in collecting atmospheric data.. Learn about the instruments carried by weather balloons..
- Week 13Module 5: Validation of analytical methods and Precautions
Unit 1: Precautions in using laboratory equipment · 3 hours
Study the validation of analytical methods.. Understand the precautions to be taken during the validation process.. Learn about the importance of instrument calibration and glassware cleanliness..
Unit 2: Introduction to the use of the laboratory. · 3 hours
Learn about the precautions in using laboratory equipment.. Understand the safety measures for heating devices, ovens, and hot plates.. Study the guidelines for working with microwave ovens and oil baths..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and their feedback to understand key concepts and areas where you need improvement.
- Create concept maps linking different instruments (spectrophotometer, pH meter, microscope) to their specific applications in environmental health.
- Practice calculations related to pH measurements and spectrophotometry to reinforce your understanding of quantitative analysis.
- Focus on understanding the principles behind each instrument and their limitations, rather than memorizing specific procedures.
- Review laboratory safety protocols and guidelines to ensure you are well-prepared for questions on safety practices.
- Create flashcards for key terms and definitions related to instrumentation and analytical methods for quick recall during the exam.
- Allocate specific time slots for focused study sessions, breaking down the material into manageable chunks to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
- Form a study group with classmates to discuss challenging concepts and share insights on different topics.
- Prioritize studying the peak difficulty periods identified in the course, ensuring you have a solid grasp of those complex topics.
- Practice answering past exam questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format and time constraints.
Questions students ask about this course
What is EHS301 about?
This course introduces the fundamental principles of instrumentation and their applications in environmental health. It covers various instruments used in laboratory settings, including spectrophotometers, pH meters, microscopes, and incubators. The course also explores air sampling techniques, environmental hazards, and safety protocols. Students will learn about analytical methods, validation techniques, and precautions for using laboratory equipment, ensuring accurate and reliable data collection and analysis.
How many units does EHS301 have?
EHS301, Introduction To Basic Instrumentation And Use, has 17 units across 5 modules, over 108 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
Is EHS301 hard?
EHS301 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and practical work, and it has a practical component.
How long does EHS301 take to study?
About 150 hours of study, spread across its 17 units.
How is EHS301 assessed?
EHS301 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assessments and Final Examination.
What can I do with EHS301?
Environmental Health Officer, Laboratory Technician, Environmental Scientist, Industrial Hygienist and Safety Officer.