SEM Training Resources

Training On The EVO MA-15

Training Procedure

To be trained on the SEM contact the IQ Center coordinator and make an appointment. If you are a student, you will need the approval of a faculty member. Review the documents and training videos prior to hands on training. The required material is marked with an asterisk. Training consists of a two hour hands on training session followed by guided practice. Students are required to take a proficiency test prior to using the microscope alone. Alternatively, you may receive training from a faculty member.

Training Documents

• Smart SEM Shortcuts - This is a single sheet with common shortcuts for the Smart SEM software that controls the microscope.
• Smart SEM Quick Guide Notes * - This document provides a quick overview on the working of the Smart SEM.
• EVO Series UserGuide
• VPSE G3 User Manual
• EPSE User Manual
• CZ BSD User Manual
• Xray Mapping and XVP

Training Videos

• EVO Overview *
• Basic Vacuum *
• Specimen Stage *
• Safely Navigating *
• Running Up *
• Column Operation *
• Imaging Detectors *
• Acquiring Final Images *
• Annotating Images *
• Saving *
• Filament Change
• Installing VP
• Installing EP
• Installing EDS
• Remove VP
• Remove VP EDS
• Rotate ZTR
• Peltier Module