EDAX EDS Microanalysis (Self-Paced)
Covers basic and practical applications for EDS analysis using the APEX™ software. It is designed for EDAX users to understand the basics of EDS, including theory and system and software capabilities.
Raising the standard for EDS
As a course attendee, you will learn the fundamentals of the EDS technique, including theory and capabilities using the APEX™ software to enhance your basic EDS/EDX studies.
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Study the fundamental principles at a pace that is most efficient and convenient for you
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One-year access ensures you can reference best practices during your materials studies
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Interact with industry specialists through the online discussion forum to ask questions and clarify content
Bundle includes
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Microanalysis - Getting Started
CourseLearn the essentials of energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), from sample prep and microscope setup to spectrum collection, display, and optimization using APEX software and proper detector handling.
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Collecting and Analyzing EDS Spectra from a Sample
CourseLearn how to collect EDS spectra from a sample, choose capture locations, view and interpret spectra, perform basic quantification, and properly save and export your data.
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Optimizing the Collection of an EDS Spectrum
CourseLearn how to optimize EDS spectrum collection by understanding x‑ray generation, adjusting SEM and EDS settings, improving working distance, refining default parameters, enhancing navigation images, and using drift correction.
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Basics of Elemental Mapping using EDS
CourseLearn how to use EDAX EDS and APEX software to collect real‑time elemental maps, optimize mapping parameters, identify overlooked elements, and properly save and export mapping data.
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Advanced Elemental Mapping
CourseLearn how to use EDAX APEX Advanced EDS tools to turn X‑ray spectra into meaningful elemental maps, rebuild data as NET, atomic, or weight‑percent maps, generate phase maps, and perform montage large‑area mapping.
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Line Scans
CourseLearn how to use EDAX APEX Advanced EDS software to capture and optimize an EDS line scan, adjust scan parameters, and collect high‑quality analytical data across features of interest.
