Module Details

Module Code: ZANA C2103
Module Title: Analytical Techiques for Brewing and Distilling
Title: Analytical Techiques for Brewing and Distilling
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Paula Rankin
Module Author:: David Phelan
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to develop knowledge of basic analytical principles together with practical applications in the brewing and distilling industry
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Explain and demonstrate a range of analytical techniques such as , Titration, UV assay, spectroscopic techniques and calibration curves.
LO2 Discuss and describe the theoretical background on which these techniques are based and understand how error occurs and can be minimized in each technique
LO3 Comprehend and apply quality control measures
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Analytical Techniques and Procedures
General approach to analytical procedures. Steps in analytical analysis. Representative sampling, sample preparation, analysis and interpretation of results. Systematic error and random error. Precision and accuracy. Measurement uncertainty.
Titrimetric Methods:
Review of concentration calculations, ppm, w/w,w/v dilutions of solutions. Principles of titrations
Spectroscopic Methods
Properties of light. Electromagnetic spectrum. Absorption of light. Beers Law. Absorption Spectra and colour. Spectrometer - good operating techniques. Applications of Beers' Law. Principles of atomic absorption and flame emission spectroscopy, sample treatment, use of standards. Interferences standard addition methods applications. Infra-red spectroscopy sample preparation care and maintenance of cells. Identification of compounds using correlation charts
The Brewing and Distilling industry
Introduction to analytical techniques in brewing and distilling. Basic calculations.
Control of the quality of analytical methods
Control of errors in analysis. Repeatability and reproducibility. Validation, precision specificity, LOD, LOQ, linearity, ruggedness and robustness.
Practical
Practicals will develop skills in the use of analytical equipment and techniques from, AAS, AES, FTIR and UV. The practicals covered will reinforce and amplify the material covered in the lecture course. The use of updated software, PROBE for UV-Vis will be used also.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment10.00%
Practical40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 5
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Written assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 5
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Written assessment
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Practical log book
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Written examination
Reassessment Requirement
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Analytical principles 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Laboratory Contact Analytical techniques 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Independent Learning Non Contact Lecture notes and problem solving 15 Weeks per Stage 4.33 65
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Gary D Christian. (2004), Analyticla Chemistry, Wiley.
  • Daniel C Harris. (2010), Quantitative Chemical Analysis, WH Freeman and Co.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Discussion Note: