Hands-On Training Courses

Overview

The TA Instruments Hands-on Training Courses are paid courses taught in-person in the lab in front of the instruments. Class size is limited to ensure an ideal learning environment. Topics include basic theory, instrument and software operation, calibration, and applications. All courses are fee-based.

These courses are currently available for the Discovery 25/250/2500 DSC and Discovery 55/550/5500 TGA, Discovery DMA 850 model Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer (DMA), and Discovery Hybrid Rheometers. Please refer to the Course Outline section below for further information on the topics typically covered.

Who Should Attend?

Hands-on Training Courses are valuable for new or existing customers looking for guidance into instrument setup, operation, calibration, and/or application method development. Due to time constraints, we regret that we are unable to run samples provided by attendees during this training.  Recommended prerequisites include attendance at the Theory and Applications Courses.

Course Schedule

All Hands-on Training Courses are held in-person at the TA Instruments training facility in New Castle, Delaware unless otherwise noted on the schedule. These 2-day courses are scheduled at regular intervals in conjunction with Theory and Applications Courses. For more information and to register for Theory and Applications Courses, please click here.

*Registration for 2025 course dates will open January 2025

Registration and Logistics

Class size for the Hands-on Training Courses is limited to 5 attendees. This limitation is set to ensure each attendee has the opportunity to work with the instrument. Please proceed to the registration form to view the course fee and reserve a seat. Registration will close 5 business days prior to the start of the scheduled course. Once the registration request is received, a confirmation email will be sent to confirm your seat for the selected courses and dates. For additional information or questions, please email ta_training_courses@waters.com.