LabChart Software Training Courses

Level I - The Basics of Data Acquisition

New to data acquisition or LabChart software and PowerLab systems? This course will build your confidence and clarify technical concepts, leaving you ready to record your data accurately.

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Course Length: Half Day

Assumed Knowledge & Experience: This course assumes no knowledge of LabChart software, and will suit:

• Post-graduate students, researchers and laboratory technicians new to LabChart software and PowerLab systems
• Educators new to PowerLab systems who wish to create customised teaching experiments in LabChart software
• Any life scientist seeking to understand the fundamental principles of computerised data acquisition

Course Agenda & Learning Outcomes: At the end of this training course you will be able to:

• Manage Files - Store and easily access files
• Set Up LabChart - Set up channels for incoming data and choose settings for optimal signal display in both Chart and Scope Views
• Set Sampling Rates - Calculate the optimum rate at which to sample your data and understand the problems associated with undersampling and aliasing
• Adjust Range - Choose the correct range to capture your data, at the best resolution and signal-to-noise ratio
• Filter & Amplify - Decide if a signal needs amplification, and choose an appropriate hardware or software filter
• Save - Understand the different options for saving LabChart data and setting files

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