Chemistry Lab Skills
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Chemistry Lab Skills Bootcamp is an intensive 4-week program designed to equip participants with essential laboratory techniques and safety practices.
It covers core areas such as titration, chromatography, spectroscopy, and instrument calibration, along with good laboratory practices (GLP) and quality control protocols.
Participants gain practical experience through hands-on lab work and complete a mini-research project to apply their skills in real-world scenarios. Upon completion, participants receive a micro-credential certifying their proficiency in lab skills.
KEY TOPICS COVERED
- Lab Safety and Basic Techniques
- Chromatography and Instrument Calibration
- Advanced Spectroscopy and Quality Control
- Data Analysis, Lab Documentation, and Capstone Project
TARGET AUDIENCE
- Recent graduates in chemistry or related fields
- Current lab technicians seeking to upskill
- Career changers from other disciplines
- Industry professionals in pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, and environmental testing
- Technical trainers and educators in laboratory settings
- Undergraduate or postgraduate students wanting hands-on experience
- A minimum of a high school diploma (ideally with introductory chemistry courses)
- Basic understanding of chemistry concepts and laboratory practices
- Basic computer skills for online learning
- Commitment to participate actively in sessions
- In-Person Face-to-Face Contact:
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- Hours: 40
- Hands-on lab sessions and workshops with teaching staff.
- Synchronous Online Contact:
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- Hours: 15
- Live virtual lectures and discussions via video conferencing.
- Asynchronous Online Learning:
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- Hours: 20
- Access to pre-recorded lectures and materials for flexible learning.
- Peer-to-Peer Engagement:
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- Hours: 5
- Group projects and discussions, both online and in-person, to foster teamwork.
- Quizzes and Knowledge Checks: 20%
- Lab Reports: 30%
- Group Discussions and Presentations: 20%
- Capstone Project: 30%
Instructor
Domain
Date
To be announced
No of Students
12
Hours
Duration
4 Weeks
Degree Program
Fees
600 BHD
Level
Undergraduate/Graduate
Language
English
Venue
University of Bahrain
Lab & Classroom
Time
(In-person)
Mon-Tue 1 PM – 6 PM (6 Hours)
Fri-Sat 5 PM – 8 PM (3 Hours)
For further Information, please contact:
Mr. Mohammed Al-Hooti
Tel: +973-33777339
Email: malhooti@uob.edu.bh