Training
Instrument Operator Training
Hands-on operator training on analytical instruments including SEM/EDS, XRD, Raman and rheometry, covering sample preparation, measurement and data interpretation.
In short
Hands-on operator training on analytical instruments including SEM/EDS, XRD, Raman and rheometry, covering sample preparation, measurement and data interpretation. Instrument operator training is delivered hands-on in small groups on the instruments in the NAKTEM laboratory. The programme covers the operating principle, safety and maintenance, sample preparation, selection of measurement parameters, calibration and performance checks, data processing and interpretation.
Instrument operator training is delivered hands-on in small groups on the instruments in the NAKTEM laboratory. The programme covers the operating principle, safety and maintenance, sample preparation, selection of measurement parameters, calibration and performance checks, data processing and interpretation. Modules for SEM with EDS, X-ray diffraction, Raman microscopy and rheometry are offered as standard; others are prepared on request. Participants may use their own samples; a competency assessment and certificate of attendance close the course. Typical needs include qualifying staff after acquiring a new instrument, refresher training for laboratory personnel, preparing postgraduate students for thesis work and gaining experience before purchase. It serves industrial QC and R&D laboratories, university research centres and technology development zone companies.
What you receive
Instrument-specific training curriculum and printed/digital course notes
Hands-on measurement sessions in small groups (participants may work with their own samples)
Standard operating procedure (SOP) template and checklists
End-of-course competency assessment and certificate of attendance
Post-training technical question support by e-mail for an agreed period
How it works
Request and scoping
Target instruments, participants’ current knowledge level, application areas and course duration are agreed; the curriculum is tailored accordingly.
Sample reception and preparation
Samples brought by participants are reviewed in advance, training specimens and instruments are prepared and course materials are shared.
Measurement
Following theory sessions, participants carry out sample preparation, measurement and data processing on the instrument under trainer supervision.
Assessment and certificate of attendance
A competency assessment is conducted, certificates are issued and a training outcome summary with development recommendations is provided to the organisation.
Pricing
€420
per participant
| 3+ | €420 |
| 8+ | €370 |
Lead time 14–30 business days
Final pricing depends on sample count, preparation and reporting scope. You receive an itemised proposal.
Prices are a guide and may change with any additional requests. Our team will contact you to confirm the scope and the final price.Request this service
Describe your sample and the decision it supports. We reply with a technical proposal.
Request analysisInstruments used
- SEM / EDS
- ZEISS EVO 10 + Oxford Instruments EDS
- Rheometer
- Anton Paar MCR 302e
- XRD
- Anton Paar XRDynamic 500
- Raman
- Olympus BX43F
- FTIR
- Anton Paar Lyza 7000
- Twin-Screw Extruder
- Areka MCX-25/50D
- qPCR
- Bio-Rad C1000 Touch + CFX96 optics
- Potentiostat
- Corrtest CS310X
- Spin Coater
- Laurell WS-650Mz-23NPPB
- Particle Size
- HORIBA Partica LA-960V2
- BET Surface Area
- MicrotracBEL BELSORP MINI X / BELPREP VAC III
- Sputter Coater
- Quorum MiniQS
- Spray Pyrolysis
- Siansonic
- Salt Spray
- ZL-6001
- Supercritical CO₂
- Arşen TSG-M070
- 4-Channel Potentiostat
- Metrohm Multi Autolab M204
- Gloss / Haze
- Rhopoint IQ 20/60/85
- CVD
- Chemical Vapour Deposition (CVD) Thin Film and Nanomaterial Synthesis System
- Fluorescence
- PerkinElmer FL 8500
- Four-Point Probe
- Ossila P2010A2
- Print Proofer
- RK PrintCoat Instruments K Printing Proofer
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How do I send samples for Instrument Operator Training?
Fill in the analysis request form. Our team replies with preparation and shipping instructions for your sample type, and we confirm together that the sample is suitable before you send it.
How long does Instrument Operator Training take?
It depends on the number of samples and laboratory workload. The estimated time on this page is a reference; once we review your request we share a firm schedule.
How is the price set?
The price on this page is a list price. It may change with the number of samples and any additional requests; after we agree the scope, the final price is shared in a proposal.
How do I receive the results?
Results are delivered as a written report. You can follow the status of your request in your account and through email notifications.
Can I request this from abroad?
Yes. We accept requests in Turkish, English, Arabic and Persian, and reply in the language you prefer.
Can I see your quality documents?
We develop our quality processes with reference to ISO/IEC 17025. For the current documents and scope details, contact us and we will send them in writing.
Instruments used
Microscopy and imaging
ZEISS EVO 10 Scanning Electron Microscope with Oxford EDS Detector
Nanometre-scale surface morphology imaging with simultaneous elemental mapping by energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy.
Thermal, mechanical and rheology
Anton Paar MCR 302e Modular Compact Rheometer
Precise rotational and oscillatory characterisation of viscosity and viscoelastic behaviour in liquids, gels, pastes and polymer melts.
Spectroscopy and diffraction
Anton Paar XRDynamic 500 X-ray Diffractometer (XRD)
Crystalline phase identification, quantitative phase analysis, crystallite size and non-ambient structural studies on powders and solid materials.
Spectroscopy and diffraction
Olympus BX43F-based Confocal Micro-Raman Spectroscopy System
Laser-excited micro-Raman spectroscopy for chemical and structural identification at micrometre resolution, including phase and defect analysis of carbon materials.
Spectroscopy and diffraction
Anton Paar Lyza 7000 Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer (FTIR)
Functional group identification, material verification and quality control of solids, liquids and films in ATR and transmission sampling modes.
Synthesis and processing
Areka MCX-25/50D Twin-Screw Extruder and Compounding Line
Laboratory-scale co-rotating twin-screw extruder for polymer compounding, filler and additive dispersion, and reactive extrusion.
Life science
Bio-Rad C1000 Touch Thermal Cycler with CFX96 Real-Time PCR (qPCR) Optical Module
Real-time quantitative PCR in a 96-well format with five-colour multiplex fluorescence detection for gene expression, pathogen detection and genotyping.
Electrochemistry and electrical
Corrtest CS310X Electrochemical Workstation (Potentiostat / Galvanostat)
Single-channel electrochemical workstation for voltammetry, polarisation and impedance spectroscopy (EIS) in corrosion, battery and electrocatalysis studies.
Coating and thin film
Laurell WS-650Mz-23NPPB Programmable Spin Coater
Solution-based deposition of uniform polymer, sol-gel and nanomaterial thin films on flat substrates with controlled thickness by spin coating.
Particle and surface characterization
HORIBA Partica LA-960V2 Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyser
Laser diffraction particle size distribution from 10 nm to 5 mm in wet or dry dispersion, supporting powder specification, formulation and quality control.
Particle and surface characterization
MicrotracBEL BELSORP MINI X Gas Adsorption (BET) Analyser with BELPREP VAC III Degassing Unit
Determination of BET specific surface area, pore volume and pore size distribution of powders and porous materials from gas adsorption isotherms.
Coating and thin film
Quorum MiniQS Sputter Coater
Nanometre-thin gold, gold-palladium or platinum conductive coating of non-conductive specimens ahead of SEM imaging and thin-film studies.
Coating and thin film
Siansonic Ultrasonic Spray Pyrolysis Thin-Film Deposition System
Deposition of uniform metal-oxide, conductive and functional thin films on heated substrates by ultrasonic atomisation of precursor solutions.
Corrosion and durability
ZL-6001 Salt Spray Corrosion Test Chamber
Neutral, acetic-acid and copper-accelerated salt spray testing to ISO 9227 and ASTM B117 for ranking the corrosion resistance of coatings and metallic surfaces.
Synthesis and processing
Arşen TSG-M070 Supercritical Fluid Extraction and Drying System
Solvent-free extraction, aerogel drying and particle processing with supercritical carbon dioxide, preserving the structure of heat-sensitive materials.
Electrochemistry and electrical
Metrohm Multi Autolab M204 Multichannel Potentiostat / Galvanostat
Modular multichannel system for simultaneous, independent testing of several cells in battery, supercapacitor, corrosion and electrocatalysis experiments.
Optical appearance
Rhopoint IQ 20/60/85 Gloss, Haze and DOI Surface Appearance Meter
Gloss at 20°, 60° and 85° with reflection haze, distinctness of image (DOI) and RIQ, quantifying the appearance quality of paint, coating, plastic and metal surfaces.
Synthesis and processing
Chemical Vapour Deposition (CVD) Thin Film and Nanomaterial Synthesis System
Tube-furnace CVD synthesis of graphene, carbon nanotubes, transition metal dichalcogenides and oxide thin films under controlled gas flow and temperature profiles.
Spectroscopy and diffraction
PerkinElmer FL 8500 Fluorescence Spectrometer
Photoluminescence characterisation of liquids, solids and powders through excitation and emission spectra, 3D fluorescence maps and quantum yield.
Electrochemistry and electrical
Ossila P2010A2 Four-Point Probe Sheet Resistance Measurement System
Contact-resistance-independent measurement of sheet resistance, resistivity and conductivity of thin films, coatings and semiconductor wafers.
Coating and thin film
RK PrintCoat Instruments K Printing Proofer
Laboratory-scale simulation of gravure and flexographic printing that produces standardised proofs of inks, varnishes and functional coatings.
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Further reading
Training
Why Materials Characterization Training Pays Off
A badly prepared sample, a wrongly chosen parameter or an over-interpreted spectrum can cost far more than the instrument itself. We explain why structured characterization training delivers a tangible return for R&D and quality teams.
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SEM/EDS Sample Preparation Guide
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Describe your sample and the decision it supports. We reply with a technical proposal.