Guiding the Next Generation: Chemistry & Process Experience @ FVC
Join us at Forth Valley College on 2nd May (9 AM – 1 PM, Falkirk Campus) for a hands-on CPD "Come and Try" event. Explore our Falkirk Campus and STEM Facilities, practical experience with analytical techniques, including HPLC, ICP, and AAS. Additionally, experience our new virtual simulation of our Westfield Rig and process systems. Gain practical skills in our chemistry and process engineering facilities, designed to replicate real-world industrial environments.
Description
Guiding the Next Generation: Chemistry & Process Experience @ FVC
📅 Date: 2nd May 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Falkirk Campus, Forth Valley College
Aims of Event:
1. To provide a practical experience to teachers in analytical chemistry (to support Advanced Higher practicals)
2. To provide a practical experience to teachers on our virtual process simulations
3. To promote awareness of FVC courses in Chemistry, Chemical and Process Engineering
Explore Cutting-Edge Facilities & Hands-On Training
Forth Valley College invites you to a unique CPD "Come and Try" event, offering practical experience with industry-standard analytical and process simulation techniques. This is an ideal opportunity to enhance your skills, explore new technologies, and gain practical insights into STEM at Forth Valley College.
Participants will have the chance to engage with staff and work with standard instrumentation and simulation tools, including:
✅ High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
✅ Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP)
✅ Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS)
✅ Virtual Simulation of our Westfield Process Rig
✅ Process Simulations
Why Forth Valley College?
Forth Valley College is a leading provider of technical education and professional development, equipped with analytical chemistry and process engineering facilities that replicate real-world industrial environments. Our laboratories and simulation suites offer:
🔹 Fully equipped analytical chemistry labs with analytical instruments.
🔹 Specialist process control and simulation facilities, providing an immersive learning experience
🔹 A dedicated Virtual Process Environment, allowing users to interact with our Westfield Rig simulation, a high-tech training platform.
Who Should Attend?
✔ Local High School Chemistry/Science Teachers
✔ Local High School Guidance Teachers (with previous science experience)
Register Now!
Spaces are limited—secure your place today. An additional date may be offered if there is interest
PPE
PPE will be provided by FVC. However, if you'd prefer to wear your own PPE please bring Safety Glasses and Lab Coat.