Instrumentation

Accessing data

Most instruments in teaching labs operate in a paperless mode. Details on accessing data from the teaching labs server are provided, and there is specific information for each insturument in the 'Accessing Data' web pages for each specific instrument.

Teaching Laboratories

The use of instrumentation is an integral part of the undergraduate course. Teaching labs has a dedicated instrument room specifically for undergraduate use during practical sessions, the same equipment is also used by postgraduates for research outside of normal lab times. Information and specifications on each of the different instruments can be found below as well as detailed instructions on their use. These instructions can also be found alongside the instruments in the instrument room.

Research Access

Most large instrumentation in teaching labs is available for use by researchers in the department. Instruments are generally only available for use outside of taught lab class times. For access arrangements, conditions of use and specific timings please contact the teaching labs technical team at 

chem-tl-tech@york.ac.uk

Departmental Services

Some instruments in the department are run on a service basis by members of technical staff. These instruments are not available for undergraduate students to use directly, but samples may be submitted when required. For more information on each service, please speak directly to the technician in charge.