Interpretation of Infrared Spectra

Class Code: 
C131
Subject Area: 
C - Chemistry Program
Class Location: 
Various
Class Description: 

This three-day (24 hour) course provides training in the theory, comparison, identification, and interpretation of the infrared spectra of organic compounds. The course is intended for forensic scientists involved in the analysis of materials such as controlled substances, paints, fibers, and explosives where infrared spectra are used for identification. Students should possess knowledge of organic and physical chemistry commensurate with a baccalaureate degree in one of the natural sciences. Students must be familiar with the preparation and presentation of spectra. This is NOT a laboratory course. Successful completion of this course will provide the student with a basic understanding of the mechanism and theory of infrared spectroscopy and the capability of elucidating organic structures using band assignments. Students will be expected to solve practical problems in structural determinations. They may be asked to give brief oral presentations of the problem solutions. Each class is limited to 24 students.

Instructor: 
Robert L. Julian, Ph.D.
Teaching Methods: 
Classroom lectures and practical exercises.
Objectives: 
Students will be able to demonstrate the use of a systematic approach toward comparison and interpretation of infrared spectra.
Prerequisites: 
Organic Chemistry. Preparation and presentation of infrared spectra.
Preparation: 
Review nomenclature of organic chemical functional groups.
Tuition: 
No cost to POST supported or State of California based Law Enforcement agencies. A $360.00 tuition fee will be required of all other public agency, private sector, or out-of-state applicants.
Course Contact: 
Neda Khoshkebari (916) 464-5599, (916)464-0600
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Schedule of Classes:

Location Date(s)
Los Angeles April 10-12, 2018