Layered Sample & Thin Film Analysis Workshop - June 12, 2009

 

***Workshop Program***

 

To address the non-linearity between the intensity of the X-ray and the concentration of an element in the specimen, Sherman (1955) formulated the atomic interactions with X-ray (the 'Matrix Effects') into mathematical equations expressed in terms of related atomic ('fundamental') parameters.

Criss and Birks (1968) further modified and coded the equations into a computer program, termed the Fundamental Parameter Method for quantitative XRF analysis. The advancements in computing equipments in recent years have made the Fundamental Parameter (FP) Method a favourite choice for routine XRF analysis of bulk sample.

Further, the FP Method has made the quantitative analysis of a 'thin' layer as well as the multi-layered specimen possible. The thickness of the thin layer can be measured at the same time from the number of photons detected from that layer.

With the available FP equations, the Monte Carlo methods are also becoming valuable tools for analyzing thin layer of irregularly shaped specimens.

 

* * Special Guest * *

Michael K. Mantler
Dr. Mantler is a Professor at the Institute of Solid State Physics at Vienna University of Technology, Vienna, Austria. He enjoys teaching general physics as well as, at a more advanced level, analytical pDecember 17, 2009e many years, his research includes methodological developments in X-ray analysis, in December 17, 2009en giving workshops in Fundamental Parameters of X-ray Spectrometry and X-ray Quantitative Methods at various international conferences. In 2002, Michael received the prestigious Birks Award from the Denver X-ray Conference to recognize his contribution to XRF research.

WORKSHOP REGISTRATION FEES
By April 30 - $ 350.00 CAD / workshop
After April 30 - $ 450.00 CAD / workshop

ACCOMODATION FEES
The accommodation charge for this workshop is $160.00 CAD which includes one room for a Thursday night, 3 Meals (on Friday), parking, taxes and the use of gym facilities in the residence.  Additional stay can be arranged at $75.00 CAD a night (for the room only).

All participants of the workshop will stay in the university's Elgin Hall residence, an open-concept, suite-style student residence on campus.

REGISTER ONLINE
With Visa & MasterCard through our secured website

REGISTRATION FORM
Complete the form and MAIL with the payments or FAX the foDecember 17, 2009eft">Dr. Charles Wu
XRF Course Coordinator
Department of Earth Sciences
The University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario, Canada
N6A 5B7
FAX: 519-661-4162

 

 

Cancellation Policy
Cancellation must be submitted in writing to the coordinator, Dr. Charles Wu. A full refund will be issued, less a $35 CAD processing fee, if the cancellation is received by May 15, 2011. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after May 15, 2011.

December 17, 2009