Test kits for water analysis

This course on test kits for water analysis aims to teach learners the skills needed to conduct water sampling, perform on-site tests using colorimetric methods, understand the chemistry behind colorimetric tests, utilize spectroscopic measurements, employ titrimetric and electrochemical methods, and interpret the results obtained. The teaching method involves a combination of theoretical concepts, practical demonstrations, and hands-on exercises. This course is intended for individuals interested in water quality assessment, environmental science, chemistry, or related fields.

• Introduction
• Learning outcomes
• 1 Test kits for water analysis
• 1.1 Water sampling methods
• 1.2 Obtaining a meaningful sample
• 1.2.1 Sample collection
• 1.2.2 Sample pre-treatment
• 1.3 On-site tests
• 2 Colourimetric tests
• 2.1 Test strips
• 2.2 Colour comparators
• 2.3 Photometric tests
• 3 The chemistry of colourimetric tests
• 3.1 Ammonia
• 3.2 Nitrate
• 3.3 Sulfate
• 3.4 Chemical oxygen demand
• 4 Related spectroscopic measurements
• 4.1 Turbidity measurements
• 4.2 Luminescence measurements
• 5 Titrimetric methods
• 6 Electrochemical methods
• 6.1 Dissolved oxygen probes
• 6.1.1 Galvanic DO probes
• 6.1.2 Amperometric DO probes
• 6.2 pH probes
• 6.3 Electrical conductivity measurements
• Conclusion
• Glossary
• References
• Acknowledgements