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training.gif (35014 bytes)ORTEC not only provides superior products and services - but superior training to help you make the most of your investment. Our classes, taught by our expert staff, industry leaders, and internationally-known academics are tailored to your needs. ORTEC not only offers classes at our facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, but is expanding to include University and International Laboratory partnerships. In addition, courses can be conducted at your site and tailored precisely to meet your specialized application and requirements. 

We highly recommend our Alpha and Gamma Spectroscopy courses to new system users to learn how to set-up and run the equipment and start getting results fast. Our advanced classes are of great benefit to experienced users who are interested in taking full advantage of our system advanced features to maximize results.

ORTEC Training Partners

Clemson University (Environmental Engineering and Science Department)

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (School of Allied Health Sciences, Health Physics Department) 

The National Physical Laboratory - United Kingdom


MS101 Modern Methods in Alpha Spectrometry
Tuition*: $2400 per student.  
August 11-15, 2008 at UNLV  (Register) (Registration deadline July 11, 2008)

N250IS In-Situ Measurements using Germanium Detectors, Program Isotopic, and the ISO-CART
Designed for the intermediate to advanced spectroscopist using Program Isotopic to perform In-Situ Measurements. This course includes setup procedures for configuration for objects, as well as, soil measurements. Most of the main menu items of both the Supervisor and Operator menus will be explained. Other topics include how to setup libraries, quality assurance programs, and detector calibration. Dummy objects with known activity will be measured using the configurations designed earlier in the class.
Tuition*: $990.00 per student. Requires minimum of 4 attendees.
September 9-11, 2008 (Register)

N250GV Gamma Spectroscopy Using Germanium Detectors and GammaVision
Gamma Analysis for beginning to intermediate gamma spectroscopists using HPGe detectors. This course begins with setup procedures for the detectors, electronics, computer, and software, followed by instruction on all aspects of the GammaVision interface. Other topics covered are the construction of nuclide libraries and analysis parameter files, and the setup of GammaVision for dedicated tasks.
June 23-27, 2008 in Germany (Register)
        
Tuition*: 1200.00 per student. (Excluding VAT.)
October 27-31, 2008 in Oak Ridge (Register) (Registration deadline September 26, 2008)
       
Tuition*: $1100.00 per student. Requires minimum of 6 attendees.

N300GV Advanced Gamma Spectroscopy Using Germanium Detectors and GammaVision
Designed for intermediate to advanced spectroscopists using GammaVision to perform specialized tasks. GammaVision JOB files and command line options, Microsoft® Windows® tools and ORTEC A12 Analysis Files Toolkit will be used to demonstrate task definitions such as specialized reporting and repetitive functions.
Tuition*: $990.00 per student. Requires minimum of 4 attendees.
N500AV Introduction to AlphaVision
Provides an introduction to alpha spectroscopy using AlphaVision. Topics covered include setup of ORTEC alpha spectroscopy units such as the OCTĘTE Plus, detector calibration, analysis parameter definition, data collection and analysis, and Quality Assurance.
Tuition*: $990.00 per student. Requires minimum of 4 attendees.
N501AV Database Training for AlphaVision 5.32
This course introduces the student to the basics of the AlphaVision 5 database. Students learn the database relationships needed to create custom queries, forms and reports using Microsoft Access. Material is focused on the AlphaVision 5 database and LIMS interface.  
Tuition*: $660.00 per student. Requires minimum of 4 attendees.
N550AV Advanced Alpha Spectroscopy Using AlphaVision
Designed for the intermediate to advanced alpha spectroscopist. The course content is similar to N500AV with emphasis on the database and network features. The student will learn how to generate custom reports using Crystal Reports, learn the more advanced blank population, MDA calculation and peak de-convolution features.
Tuition*: $660.00 per student. Requires minimum of 4 attendees.
Registration is accomplished by submitting the registration form (link below). After the form is submitted, you will receive a return email with payment information requesting a purchase order or credit card for the amount of the tuition. Course capacity is filled in order of the date of receipt of the tuition fee. Students attending the four- and five-day courses should plan to arrive in Oak Ridge on Sunday evening and depart after 4:00 p.m. on the final day. If more information is desired, please contact the Training Coordinator, ORTEC, 801 South Illinois Avenue, Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831-0895 U.S.A.

Registration form for Oak Ridge Classes                 Registration form for UK Classes

Tuition
Included in the tuition fee are all course materials, including texts and certificate. Not included are transportation costs, motel accommodations, and other personal expenses. Prices subject to change without notice.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received at least 20 business days prior to class will receive a full refund or class credit. If a cancellation or reschedule request is received 10-19 business days before the class date, 75% of class tuition will be refunded or class credit. If a cancellation or reschedule request is received within 1-9 days of class date, 50% of tuition cost will be refunded or class credit. Refunds will not be allowed for "no shows."

Cancellation Liability
ORTEC reserves the right to cancel classes for any reason. ORTEC's liability is limited to the return of the tuition fee only. ORTEC will not reimburse registrants for any travel or hotel cancellation fees or penalties.

Location
Unless otherwise specified, all scheduled training will take place at ORTEC, 801 South Illinois Avenue, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, approximately 25 miles by car northwest of the Knoxville airport. The first day of class begins at 8:30 am eastern time.

Car Rental
Available at the Knoxville airport, is recommended.

Motel Accommodations
Several motels are located close to ORTEC.