Training Information

Training is required before new users can use any of the NFCF instruments. Training is done by staff or qualified volunteers and is arranged to fit their schedules. Training is performed on a first come first serve basis and is dependent on the status of the machine. There may be a waiting list. Training times vary depending on the level of difficulty for each instrument and additional training may be required by the staff before a user is authorized for full use of the instrument.

The following chart provides detail for planning purposes only.  Length of sessions, number of sessions, and expected personnel for training are provided for review.

If you have not yet registered as a user with our lab click here to get started.  Registration by completing our become a user section is a prerequisite to the equipment training options shown below.

Please click the following link for full detail of training request instructions.

You may also wish to review the group training options we have.

Please note that the training times listed are for basic operation of equipment.  If access to specific attachments or special features are also being requested, additional training time may be required to gain access to the requested attachments or features.

You may also wish to review the following related sections:

Equipment Pricing listing, please note that staff hours and equipment hourly cost are charged during training.

Equipment capabilities listings

Lab Policies (policies section currently being updated)