Scanning Electron Microscopy, SEM

What you'll learn
Understand the basic principles of SEM, including resolution, magnification, depth of field, etc
Identify and explain components of the SEM system, including the electron guns, lenses, apertures, detectors, etc
Learn the function and impact of vacuum systems: rotary, turbo, ion getter pumps, and apertures
Understand how electrons interact with matter to produce secondary electrons (SE), backscattered electrons (BSE), X-rays, Auger electron, cathodoluminescen, etc
Explore various detectors and their applications: Everhart-Thornley, in-lens, BSE detectors, EDS, WDS, EBSD, etc
Perform and interpret EDS elemental analysis: point, line scan, and mapping
Learn sample preparation techniques, including gold coating and conductive layer application
Gain hands-on knowledge of how to operate an SEM step-by-step, from sample loading to image acquisition
Analyze and interpret real SEM images confidently
Discover how SEM parameters (e.g., working distance, aperture size, accelerating voltage) influence image quality
Develop the ability to troubleshoot imaging issues, such as astigmatism and charging effects
Requirements
You will learn everything you need to know
No prior SEM experience needed - this course covers everything from beginner to advanced
Description
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of the microscopic world?This comprehensive Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) training course is your step-by-step pathway to mastering the principles, components, and real-world operation of SEM, a vital instrument used in materials science, biology, nanotechnology, chemistry, and engineering. Whether you're a student eager to learn, a researcher preparing for a project, or a lab technician looking to enhance your skills, this course is designed to make SEM concepts accessible, practical, and even enjoyable.You'll explore everything from basic SEM fundamentals, such as resolution, magnification, depth of field, and astigmatism, to advanced topics like electron gun types (thermionic, LaB₆, and field emission), vacuum systems (rotary, turbo, ion getter), and signal generation from electron-sample interactions (SE, BSE, X-rays, Auger electrons, and more). You'll also learn how to use different detectors (ETD, in-lens, EDS, WDS, EBSD, etc) and perform elemental analysis through point, line, and mapping techniques. Along the way, you'll see detailed instrument walkthroughs, real lab examples, and 3D cartoon-style animations to help visualize every concept.In addition, the course teaches practical lab skills such as sample preparation, gold coating, charging prevention, and image troubleshooting. Even if you've never touched an SEM before, this course will give you the theoretical foundation and visual understanding needed to operate one with confidence. By the end, you'll be able to produce and interpret high-quality SEM results, apply your knowledge to academic or industrial projects, and stand out as a skilled SEM user in your field.
Beginners to professional,University students (BSc, MSc, PhD) in Materials Science, Biology, Chemistry, Nanotech,Lab technicians and researchers using or planning to use SEM,Anyone preparing for a job or project involving electron microscopy


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