Major Analytical Instrumentation Center

Operation

MAIC is organized to maximize the easy accessibility of its facilities. If a user already is properly trained in the use of a particular instrument, access is merely a matter of scheduling. Potential users who are not qualified operators can arrange for instruction. Training is offered on several levels, ranging from simple instrumentation familiarization for experienced users to formal course work available for graduate school credit. A series of short courses are offered, featuring application of modern research instrumentation to current analytical problems. Typically, these short courses last three to five days and provide theoretical understanding of the techniques, hands-on practical experience, data analysis and interpretation.