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This course introduces experimental chemistry for students who are not majoring in chemistry. The course covers principles and applications of chemical laboratory techniques, including preparation and analysis of chemical materials, measurement of pH, gas and liquid chromatography, visible-ultraviolet spectrophotometry, infrared spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, polarimetry, X-ray diffraction, kinetics, data analysis, and organic synthesis. ### Acknowledgements Dr. Dolhun and Dr. Hewett would like to acknowledge the contributions of past instructors over the years to the development of this course and its materials. **WARNING NOTICE** The experiments described in these materials are potentially hazardous and require a high level of safety training, special facilities and equipment, and supervision by appropriate individuals. You bear the sole responsibility, liability, and risk for the implementation of such safety procedures and measures. MIT shall have no responsibility, liability, or risk for the content or implementation of any of the material presented. [Legal Notice](/terms/)

Explore a comprehensive series of general chemistry laboratory experiments covering essential techniques and concepts. Learn introductory laboratory methods, investigate the law of definite proportions, determine salt content in tap water, calculate enthalpy of formation, prepare and analyze complex compounds, estimate Avogadro's number, study solutions and molecular weight determination, conduct kinetic studies, examine chemical equilibrium, perform acid-base titrations, and delve into electrochemistry with voltaic cells. Gain hands-on experience and deepen your understanding of fundamental chemical principles through these practical experiments.

This course includes5 days of live, project-based training from expertsProprietary workbook includedVerified digital certificate of completionLearn at an accredited institutionCredits: 3.0 CEUsSmall class sizesThe course meets the recommendations outlined in the Office of Personnel Management’s Federal Supervisory Training Framework and its Leadership Competencies. By focusing on OPM’s recommended “soft skills” for supervisors, these skill sets lay a solid foundation for both federal and non-federal supervisors.Target AudienceThis course is designed for new supervisors as well as participants in supervisory development programs. Experienced supervisors who want to update and refresh their leadership competencies will also find this course invaluable.What You'll Learn at a GlanceDescribe the responsibilities of a federal supervisor. Manage the challenges in transitioning to supervision. Balance the three key supervisory accountabilities. Describe the role of the supervisor as a change agent. Foster an environment that inspires and motivates employees. Describe the opportunities and challenges for new supervisors. Recognize the unique perspectives & contributions of a diverse workforce. Meet the supervisory challenge. Manage conflict in a way that encourages collaboration & creativity.Course SyllabusModule 1: Introduction to the CourseLink course topics to OPM's Federal Supervisory Training FrameworkIdentify current supervisory skills and areas for growthDescribe the Primary Responsibility Statement for guiding decisionsModule 2: Transitioning Into SupervisionUnderstand the primary roles of a supervisorLearn about sources of power and how employees respond to powerExplore the Supervisor’s three accountabilities and the Accountability TriangleModule 3: Building Quality Relationships Through Effective CommunicationExamine the link between balancing accountabilities and communicationLearn strategies for communicating effectively with virtual teamsUnderstand the different types of listening skills and their applicationModule 4: Inspiring a Motivated and Committed WorkforceAnalyze motivational theories such as Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and Herzberg’s Hygiene-Motivator TheoryUnderstand the relationship between motivation and performanceIdentify employee needs through observation and conversationModule 5: Managing and Resolving ConflictUnderstand the value of conflict and methods for conflict resolutionLearn five styles for handling conflict and the importance of flexibilityModule 6: A Model for Performance ExcellenceExamine the performance management system and its components: planning, monitoring, developing, rating, and rewardingLearn about giving feedback using the Situation-Behavior-Impact modelUnderstand the importance of delegating tasks for skill developmentModule 7: Analyzing and Addressing Performance ProblemsDifferentiate between performance and conduct issuesFollow a structured approach to analyzing and addressing performance problemsModule 8: The Supervisory ChallengeReflect on your supervisory journey and personal responsibility statementSynthesize all course concepts into a personalized supervisory plan

Explore the essential equipment used in undergraduate chemistry laboratories in this 16-minute educational video. Gain familiarity with various types of glassware, instruments, and safety equipment commonly found in chemistry labs. Learn about the purpose and function of each item, preparing you for hands-on laboratory techniques. Discover the fascinating world of scientific apparatus and how it contributes to performing chemical experiments and analyses. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to navigate a chemistry lab confidently and safely.

Explore the concept of Supervisor Protection Keys in this informative 21-minute talk by Ira Weiny from the Linux Foundation. Gain insights into this important security feature and its implementation in Linux systems. Learn about the mechanisms used to protect supervisor memory from unauthorized access and understand how these keys enhance overall system security. Discover the potential applications and benefits of Supervisor Protection Keys in various computing environments.

Explore the practical applications and challenges of implementing artificial intelligence in clinical chemistry laboratories through this 38-minute presentation by Dr Kamaljit Kaur Chatha, Consultant Clinical Scientist. Learn from real-world experiences of AI integration at the bowel cancer screening hub in the West Midlands and discover how these insights can be translated into broader laboratory practice. Examine the critical questions facing the profession regarding AI adoption, including implementation strategies, workflow integration, and quality assurance considerations. Gain insights into the current state of AI technology in clinical diagnostics, understand the potential benefits and limitations of automated systems in laboratory settings, and explore the professional development needs required for successful AI integration. Consider the regulatory, ethical, and practical challenges that laboratories must address when incorporating AI tools into routine clinical chemistry operations, and participate in discussions about future directions for the profession in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in healthcare diagnostics.

Change is the norm. You are responsible for your own productivity and that of your staff. Your day-to-day dealings may now include colleagues, your boss, and senior management who all have different interests and viewpoints.This seminar will equip you with proven supervisory techniques that you can put into action immediately. The skills savvy supervisors use to plan, organize, communicate and monitor will become part of your toolkit to effectively manage everyday interactions with greater ease. You will learn to leverage both your hard skills and your people skills to meet your new challenges with increased confidence, respect and power.Who Should AttendNew supervisors with fewer than five years of supervisory experience, and process and production supervisors who want the benefit of basic management skills training.How You Will Benefit Know your role as a supervisorUnderstand diversity and individual differencesRecognize legal responsibilities as a supervisorManage an ethical workplace. Handle difficult conversations.Use effective communication skills of active listening and questioningCreate a motivational environment using feedback and reinforcement to guide and motivate behaviorIncrease performance through coachingUse delegation as a tool to motivate and develop peopleCreate a plan for your own continuing growth and developmentWhat You Will Cover Different Supervisory Styles • Understanding the three supervisory styles • Practicing when and how to use each supervisory styleManaging Up • Understanding and adapting to your manager’s style • Anticipating your manager’s needs and fulfilling them • Developing the best possible relationship with your managerManaging a Diverse Workforce • How diversity affects you, your work unit, your company • Applying inclusivity to your teamLegal and Ethical Responsibilities • Understanding the Equal Employment Opportunity, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), hostile environment, and other key laws and legal terms • Knowing your ethical responsibilities and making ethical decisionsCreating a Motivational Environment • Understanding the common workplace motivators and reinforcements • Practicing the rules for reinforcing productive behavior • Developing a strategy for solving a current employee motivational problemCommunication Skills • Demonstrating active listening to show understanding and check content • Asking questions that uncover valuable information and strengthen the relationshipGreat Performance Through Coaching • Demonstrating giving and receiving feedback constructively • Assessing your own strengths and development needs as a coach • Asking questions that increase employees’ self-awareness and accountability • Demonstrating the AMA GUIDE coaching modelManaging Performance Appraisals • Understanding the importance of quarterly performance alignment discussions • Conducting a performance appraisal meeting and keeping records • Coping with employee reactionsDelegation as a Motivational Tool–to Develop and Motivate • What to delegate, to whom to delegate, and how to delegatePlanning for Continuing Growth

Watch this 21-minute conference presentation where Ardy Bramanto, Laboratory Supervisor at Regis Resources, explores the concept of establishing "One Source of Truth" in mining laboratory operations. Learn about the critical transition from manual workflows to fully digital Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and discover how this transformation streamlines operations while improving data accuracy for both geology and plant samples. Explore the essential role of representative sampling in the mining process and understand how fast turnaround times combined with robust quality control measures ensure reliable results from the moment samples are collected. Gain insights into leading teams of up to 15 technicians across dry and wet chemistry laboratories, with emphasis on proper training protocols and QA/QC implementation. Discover practical approaches to method development and mining laboratory processes, drawing from over a decade of experience in mineral laboratories. Understand how digital transformation initiatives can eliminate data silos and create unified information systems that enhance laboratory performance and regulatory compliance. This presentation is part of the Laboratory Symposium Global Series, bringing together industry leaders to share case studies and expert knowledge on digital transformation, productivity optimization, and the future of mining and commercial laboratories.

Throughout this course, we will discuss the various considerations and processes for leading and supervising an animation team. Software required: . Throughout this course, we will discuss the various considerations and processes for leading and supervising an animation team. These tutorials will discuss the subjects of character continuity, plotting sequences, casting scenes, preparation techniques, group review dynamics, scene review processes, animation feedback methods, and pipeline considerations. By the end of this training, you will have many great techniques to utilize as well as an even more thorough understanding of all the elements of leading an animation team on a project.

Explore laboratory training insights in this 13-minute conference talk by Ian Gilmore, Senior Laboratory Advisor at Datamine. Gain valuable knowledge from Gilmore's extensive 40-year laboratory experience, including 27 years managing the ALS Metallurgy Assay Lab and 6 years providing laboratory advisory services. Discover expert perspectives on gold and lithium laboratories, and learn about the latest developments in laboratory training techniques. Benefit from Gilmore's specialized expertise as he shares key insights from Datamine's Laboratory Symposium 2024, offering practical advice and industry-specific knowledge for laboratory professionals and those interested in advancing their skills in laboratory operations.

Learn about Containerd, a powerful container supervisor, in this 37-minute Docker conference talk. Explore the design decisions behind Containerd's architecture, including its ability to reattach to running containers after being killed and its capacity to start hundreds of containers within seconds. Discover the background of Containerd, understand the reasons for its development, and delve into concepts such as daemonless containers and exit codes. Examine the architecture, exit status handling, standard I/O management, and reparenting capabilities. Watch a live demo and gain insights into the runtime workflow of this efficient container management tool.

This one day refresher course is required for all accredited asbestos contractor supervisors to extend their accreditation for a one-year period. Course Content: Review state of the art work practicesReview air monitoringReview federal and state regulationsSupervisory techniquesCase StudiesAfter registration, students will receive information on signing onto the webinar platform via ZOOM. Please note access to PC with webcam and audio will be necessary to attend the live webinar. Students will be required to show their state ID (example: Drivers license) at the start of the Webinar. During the Live webinar, students will be able to interact with the instructor. Training will be actively proctored at all times.

By participating in this self-paced corporate learning course, you'll learn about the role management plays in identifying and reducing stress for employees in the workplace. Our short video lessons are fun and informative, and the included quizzes may be used for additional review or training.

We've provided a helpful resource you can use to teach your supervisors about emotional intelligence in this engaging corporate training course. Made up of lessons, quizzes and tests, this course is always accessible on mobile device as well as computers.

Learn about the strategic outlook and roadmap evolution for Supervisor software in this 11-minute conference presentation from the Geology Symposium 2025. Discover insights from Oscar Rondon, Principal Geostatistician at Datamine, who brings over 18 years of experience in geostatistics and resource estimation to discuss the future direction of this mining software platform. Gain understanding of how Supervisor is evolving to meet the changing needs of mine and resource geology professionals, with perspectives informed by extensive experience in resource estimation, conditional simulation, uniform conditioning, and change of support techniques across various commodities and mineralisation styles. Explore the strategic vision for advancing geostatistical applications in mining through this expert presentation delivered at a symposium featuring leading professionals from major mining companies and technology providers including Vale, Evolution Mining, Northern Star Resources, and other industry leaders.

Instructor: Prof. D. R. Mal, Department of Chemistry, IIT Kharagpur. This course talks about heterocyclic chemistry. Topics covered in this course include Definition of heteroatom and alkaloids, Nomenclature of heterocyclic compounds, Effect of heteroatoms on organic reactions: comparison with carbogenic compounds, Aromatic heterocyclic chemistry, Non-aromatic heterocyclic chemistry, and Miscellaneous group.

When you access this course, you'll find lessons you can use to help your managerial employees learn how to handle conflict in the workplace. The video lessons, short quizzes and tests are accessible 24 hours a day and can be assigned your employees or used in a corporate training session

Our Time Management for Supervisors course provides you with short lessons you can use to help the supervisors on your team understand how to best manage their time. All of the lessons and chapters in this course are mobile-friendly and flexibly paced for maximum accessibility for your team.

Explore Datamine's comprehensive laboratory portfolio in this 18-minute conference presentation from the Laboratory Symposium 2025. Learn about digital transformation solutions, productivity enhancements, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) systems that are revolutionizing mining and commercial laboratories. Discover how Datamine's CCLAS LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) and automation tools streamline laboratory processes while ensuring regulatory compliance. Gain insights into industry best practices for laboratory management from a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience across the mining value chain, covering exploration geology, production, governance, logistics, and marketing. Understand the key technologies and methodologies that laboratory professionals are implementing to enhance performance and meet evolving industry standards in the resources sector.

This useful corporate training course is intended for supervisors who want to learn how to effectively identify key performance indicators and measure business performance. The course is available to study at any time, and it can help your supervisors quickly strengthen their KPI measurement skills.