The MIDI Standard Training for two people is included in the purchase price of
a new MIDI Sherlock Microbial Identification System.  Customers of the Sherlock Mycobacteria Identification System are trained at the customer's site during installation of this system.


The Training Registration Form (PDF) can be faxed, e-mailed or phoned in 
to MIDI.

If you are interested in
Advanced Training (library generation, strain tracking, Sherlock DNA and advanced analysis, etc) or on-site training at your facility, please Contact MIDI for more information.

Lodging for 2 nights and all meals are included as part of the training costs, however,  transportation is not covered.*  The training session is conducted at the MIDI Headquarters in Newark, Delaware USA.  Class sizes are limited to six 
people, and therefore it is advisable to contact us early to secure your preferred date.  The comprehensive course is two full days.  Each trainee receives a Training Manual, which provides background information and helpful tips.  Hands-on training provides necessary skills and familiarization with both laboratory procedures and Sherlock software operation.

Sherlock Microbial Identification System Course Outline

Day One  

Day Two

• Introduction to MIS/Sherlock • Introduction to LGS and ERS
• Routine Maintenance • CommandCenter
• Sample Preparation • Samples View
• Sample Processer and GC Setup • Analysis View
• Data Interpretation • Library Creation
• Trouble Shooting • Other Sherlock Features
* 2007/ 2008 Course Schedule  * 2008 Course Schedule
October 22-23 - cancelled
Nov. 19-20 - open
Dec. 10-11 - open 
* Dates Subject to Change
  * Free hotel nights and meals only apply to new Sherlock Microbial
     Identification System or software package purchases made after
    July 1, 2006.  The training package price is only valid for the Courtyard 
    Marriott University of Delaware hotel and meals at this hotel.  No substitutions
    are permitted.