636-123 EM Image Processing 2 credits Covers the digital manipulation and enhancement of images for scientific interpretation, analysis, and output using software including Adobe PhotoShop. Students will gain experience using cross-platform software to produce both print and digital presentations. Students prepare biological samples for both SEM and TEM using methods not previously presented, such as colloidal gold labeling. Includes ultrastructure studies enabling students to identify features encountered in micrographs for interpretation and analysis. 636-132 Diffraction and Materials 4 credits Interpretation and analysis is made for crystals using electron diffraction methods.
Powder diffraction is introduced allowing compounds to be identified.
Concepts of reciprocal lattice space and crystal structures are included. 636-133 Image Analysis 2 credits Involves statistically measured and mathematical transformations of both analog and digital images. 636-135 Laboratory and Microscope Maintenance 3 credits Students use oscilloscopes, vacuum leak checkers and other metrology equipment used for troubleshooting methods for the EM lab. Hands-on diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance are made by students in EM lab setting. The use of matrix corrections, qualitative and quantitative computer analysis routine will constitute a major part of this course.