Basic course
Title: Quantification of phytoplankton by Sedgewick-rafter method according to Standard Methods
In-person or in-company mode
Hours: 6h
Theoretical and practical class
Online Modality
Hours: 4h
Theoretical class
Exclusive live classes
Teaching plan
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Importance of phytoplankton quantification
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Applications in environmental monitoring and water quality control
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Principles of the Sedgewick-Rafter method according to Standard Methods
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Equipment and materials used
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Counting techniques
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Proper sample preparation
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Main sources of error
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Chamber counting strategies
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Criteria for organism inclusion and exclusion
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Theoretical basis of the calculation
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Application of the equation
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Calculation of organism density
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Data recording form
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Application of calculations for quantification
Target audience: Students, researchers, professionals seeking to improve and update themselves, laboratories that want to implement new analyzes in their scope, laboratories that seek accreditation with INMETRO or that wish to train their employees.