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ASTM D5501 Standard Test Method for Determination of Ethanol and Methanol Content in Fuels Containing Greater than 20% Ethanol by Gas Chromatography -- eLearning Course

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About the Course

This test method covers the determination of the ethanol content of hydrocarbon blends containing greater than 20% ethanol. This method is applicable to denatured fuel ethanol, ethanol fuel blends, and mid-level ethanol blends.

The course takes approximately 1 hour to complete and includes instructional video content, interactive knowledge checks, and a self-grading quiz. Downloadable resources include a pdf of the standard.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify apparatus and related components, including gas chromatograph and column.
  • Define reagents and materials used for the determination of the ethanol content of hydrocarbon blends containing greater than 20 % ethanol, including carrier and detector gasses
  • Recall sampling requirements as outlined in ASTM D5501
  • Recall procedures for preparation and verification of apparatus, including linearity of the gas chromatograph system, including column instillation and capacity
  • Recall calibration and standardization procedures, including those for absolute, single-point, and multi-point calibration
  • Define quality control requirements
  • Recognize gas chromatographic analysis procedure
  • Identify calculation procedures, including equations for determination of response corrected peak area and determination of the volumetric concentration of the alcohol
  • Recall reporting procedures as outlined in ASTM D5501

Audience

Anyone who runs the D5501 test or who needs an understanding of the test method and how it is properly run.

Certificate and CEUs

Certificate: A certificate is available upon successful completion of the course and an 80% or higher score on the exam.

ASTM Standards Referenced

ASTM D5501

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Stock #

TRAIN-D5501-PASS