By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the basic principles and components of High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
• Identify the applications of HPLC in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, food analysis, etc
• Arrange and configure an HPLC system, including mobile phase selection, column installation, and sample preparation
• Plan and perform a complete HPLC run and monitor essential parameters such as flow rate, pressure, etc
• Solve typical HPLC problems, such as baseline instability, pressure issues, ghost peaks, and sample carryover
• Generate and implement a preventive maintenance schedule for optimal system performance
• Apply best practices to ensure compliance with industry standards and enhance the efficiency of HPLC operations
• Define High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and other important related terms

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define the key concepts and principles of validation and qualification in regulated industries
• Describe the regulatory guidelines and standards that influence validation and qualification processes
• Explain the importance of process validation and its impact on product quality and compliance
• Analyse the steps involved in cleaning validation and assess their role in preventing cross-contamination
• Apply the concepts of AMV to ensure reliability and accuracy in laboratory testing
• Compare different types of validation, including PV, CV, and EQ, and their specific objectives
• Categorise various equipment validation techniques, including DQ, IQ, OQ, and PQ
• Identify the key factors that influence the successful implementation of EV in manufacturing processes
• Classify the stages of equipment qualification and the appropriate tests for each phase
• Evaluate the effectiveness of process validation strategies in maintaining consistent product quality
• Distinguish between the different validation approaches used in regulated industries
• Create a validation master plan that integrates PV, CV, AMV, and EV activities

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the fundamental principles and components of gas chromatography (GC) systems
• Identify the different types of detectors used in GC and their applications
• Explain the steps involved in preparing samples and performing injections for GC analysis
• Illustrate the set up of GC parameters including carrier gas flow, temperature programming, and injection mode
• Apply method development techniques to optimise GC separation and improve resolution
• Generate chromatograms to assess data quality and detect analytical issues
• Solve common problems in GC such as peak tailing, baseline drift, and signal loss
• Plan routine maintenance procedures including replacing septa, liners, and filters
• Analyse system performance to ensure consistent operation and compliance with laboratory standards
• Select suitable preventive measures and best practices to extend instrument life and avoid downtime

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define the principles of Fourier-Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy and its role in analytical science
• Describe the main components of an FTIR spectrometer and their functions
• Identify different sampling accessories and select the most appropriate technique for solids, liquids and gases
• Explain the steps involved in setting up, operating and shutting down an FTIR spectrometer
• Apply correct calibration procedures using recognised reference standards
• Assess instrument performance by evaluating wavenumber accuracy, resolution and signal-to-noise ratio
• Illustrate preventive maintenance routines for ATR crystals, optics and desiccants
• Combine troubleshooting and maintenance techniques for reliable instrument performance
• Evaluate spectra for accuracy and categorise errors related to sampling or instrument performance
• Compare FTIR with other spectroscopic methods and contrast their advantages
• Generate reliable analytical results using validated FTIR methods
• Plan a maintenance and calibration schedule to ensure long-term instrument reliability

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define corrective and preventive action within the context of quality management systems
• Explain the regulatory requirements for CAPA in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and biotechnology
• Compare corrective action and preventive action, highlighting their distinct roles
• Generate effective corrective action and preventive action plans with clear timelines and responsibilities
• Identify common triggers for CAPA, including deviations, audits, and customer complaints
• Apply root cause analysis tools such as the 5 Whys and fishbone diagrams to CAPA investigations
• Illustrate best practices in CAPA documentation and reporting for regulatory compliance
• Evaluate CAPA effectiveness using defined criteria, verification steps, and performance metrics
• Analyse case studies from the pharmaceutical and food industries to understand real-world CAPA applications
• Match CAPA processes to organisational quality systems to promote continuous improvement