Course title
3M8226001
Applied Analytical Chemistry

SEGAWA Hiroki
Purpose of class
To acquire fundamental knowledge of the statistical interpretation of analytical data.
To be able to explain the basic principles and overviews of several instrumental analytical methods.
To be able to explain the limitations of analytical methods used by the student.
Course content
In modern chemical research, measurements using a wide range of instrumental analytical methods are widely employed. Although recent instruments allow users to obtain data by simply setting samples and applying standard measurement conditions, it is essential to understand the principles of each analytical technique and to acquire knowledge of data analysis in order to make full use of the obtained data.

This course first introduces fundamental statistical concepts necessary for the interpretation of analytical data. In particular, students will learn the principles of hypothesis testing commonly encountered in scientific literature and will develop an understanding of the evaluation of measurement uncertainty. Next, several representative instrumental analytical methods are introduced, including their principles, instrument configurations, and the chemical information that can be obtained from the data, with the aim of providing an overview of each technique. Finally, by integrating the statistical interpretation and instrumental analysis covered in the course, an introduction to method validation is provided, and students will conduct an introductory validation of the analytical method used in their own research.
Goals and objectives
  1. To understand and apply the statistical interpretation of analytical data, particularly the fundamentals of hypothesis testing and the evaluation of measurement uncertainty.
  2. To be able to explain the basic principles of various instrumental analytical methods.
  3. To be able to evaluate the limitations of the analytical methods used in one’s own research.
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

Reports and assignments Total.
1. 40% 40%
2. 40% 40%
3. 20% 20%
Total. 100% -
Language
English
Class schedule

Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Analytical Chemistry and Statistics (1) Learning basic statistical quantities and probability distributions 200minutes
2. Analytical Chemistry and Statistics (2) Learning sample distribution and central limit theorem 200minutes
3. Analytical Chemistry and Statistics (3) Learning hypothesis test, particularly t-test and F-test 200minutes
4. Analytical Chemistry and Statistics (4) Learning hypothesis test, particularly t-test and F-test 200minutes
5. Analytical Chemistry and Statistics (5) Learning how to evaluate measurement uncertainty 200minutes
6. Analytical Chemistry and Statistics (6) Learning multivariate analysis 200minutes
7. Instrumental analysis (1) Learning vibrational spectroscopy 200minutes
8. Instrumental analysis (2) Learning separation analysis 200minutes
9. Instrumental analysis (3) Learning gas chromatography and liquid chromatography 200minutes
10. Instrumental analysis (4) Learning mass spectrometry 200minutes
11. Instrumental analysis (5) Learning X-ray analysis 200minutes
12. Validation of method (1) Learning the idea of validation of method 200minutes
13. Analytical chemistry in forensic science Learning application of analytical chemistry to forensic science 200minutes
14. Validation of method (2) Learning factors affecting measurement uncertainty 200minutes
Total. - - 2800minutes
Evaluation method and criteria
Scores from reports and assignments presented as appropriate during the course will be totaled, with a maximum of 100 points. A total score of 60 points or higher is required to pass the course.
The grading criteria are designed such that students who demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the material explained in class will be able to obtain approximately 60 points.
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
Feedback outside of the class (ScombZ, mail, etc.)
Textbooks and reference materials
Reference materials will be distributed within the lectures.
Reference material books:
機器分析(エキスパート応用化学テキストシリーズ)(講談社, Japanese)
スペクトル定量分析(講談社, Japanese)
ゼロから学ぶ 分析法バリデーション(じほう, Japanese)
Prerequisites
There is no prerequisite.
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Office hour: Not specified. Please make an appointment by e-mail.
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Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
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Active-learning course
More than one class is interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
Applicable The instructor, who has professional experience in forensic analysis using analytical chemistry, teaches the fundamental concepts for the rational interpretation of data obtained through analytical chemistry by drawing on this practical experience.
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