Courses & Training

The EMU, through the Australian Key Centre for Microscopy and Microanalysis, provides a comprehensive range of training and education in microscopy and microanalysis.

Training and education courses are provided for scientists in both biological and physical fields. We provide one of the best-equipped microscopy and microanalysis laboratories in Australia, and have access to an extensive international network of experienced scientists.

The Unit offers a large range of training programs, including short courses and graduate degree programs. Customised courses can be arranged for people with specific needs and limited time.

At a glance

• Introductory Microscopy & Microanalysis
• Biological Specimen Preparation, TEM & SEM
• Materials Specimen Preparation, TEM & SEM
• Fluorescence Microscopy Techniques
• Light Microscopy Workshop
• Introduction to Confocal Microscopy
• Operation of the Transmission Electron Microscope
• Operation of the Scanning Electron Microscope
• Stereology
• Image Analysis
• TEM of Crystalline Materials
• Microscopy of Biomolecular Processes ::NEW::
• Nanostructural Analysis of Materials ::NEW::
  Module 1: Advanced Scanning Electron Microscopy and Microanalysis
  Module 2: Advanced Transmission Electron Microscopy
  Module 3: Focused Ion Beam Technology
  Module 4: Atom Probe Tomography

Master of Microscopy and Microanalysis

With streams in Nanomaterials Characterisation or Biomolecular Imaging

Nanomaterials characterisation using atomic scale imaging lies at the forefront of technological development and research in subdisciplines of the material, physical and engineering sciences. Similarly, biomolecular imaging and analysis comprise highly developed techniques that are applicable across a spectrum of biomedical disciplines from pathology to bioengineering.

Modern microscopy encompasses light-, laser-, and electron-based imaging techniques performed with high-end, sophisticated instruments. Complimentary to the imaging is the analysis conducted using software capable of generating multidimensional and multichannelled (coloured) reconstructions of micro- and nano-scaled structures. The importance of the imaging field is reflected in studies involving intravital visualisation of tumours, which have advanced our understanding of how cancer cells interact with normal, host cells to drive cancer progression. In addition, advanced nanomaterials characterisation has explained the mechanical behaviour and other properties of many important engineering materials.

Graduates of this program have a great future in PhD research and access to a number of career options in forensic, biomedical, biotechnological, chemical, geological, archaeological, metallurgical, physical, engineering and nanotechnological fields requiring imaging expertise. This course is highly suitable for undergraduates as well as professionals who would like to acquire new skills or obtain professional qualification in an area related to their current employment.