MSL50118 Diploma of Laboratory Technology

National ID: MSL50118 State ID: BDV4

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Take your laboratory knowledge and experience to the next level.

This course will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge you need to use laboratory application software, plan and conduct laboratory/field work and communicate and provide information to customers. You will also be able to specialise in a diverse range of industries including chemical, medical and pathological, mining, biological, and environmental fields.

Technical officers:

work according to established procedures in a structured environment
collect and prepare samples and communicate sample requirements to other personnel
conduct a wide range of routine and specialised tests where atypical samples may be involved and the instrumentation used has a wide range of operating variables
contribute to the modification of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and enterprise methods when necessary
define and solve problems where alternatives are not obvious and where investigations and trials may be required and the implications of various solutions considered
work under the direction and supervision of senior technical staff, laboratory or quality managers, or scientific/medical professionals, and
generally work as part of a team and may have a role in the planning of schedules and monitoring of resources in their work area.

This course is half price for everyone (excl. school students) from January 2022.

This course is half price for everyone (excl. school students) as part of the Lower Fees, Local Skills initiative. Fees are also capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more here.

^ You’ll pay half price course fees on Lower fees, Local Skills qualifications, however please note other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your course.

This course is eligible for a VET student loan. To see if you're eligible and to find more visit our Student Loans page.

Entrance requirements

School Leaver	Non-School Leaver	AQF
Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent	Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades)	Certificate III

Important information

Entrance Requirements

Minimum English requirement of a band 8 year 9 Naplan/OLNA level.

Participants wishing to gain entry into this course are required to hold a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or hold a relevant Certificate IV or higher level qualification in a relevant science discipline.

VET Student Loans

This qualification is eligible for the Commonwealth Government's VET Student Loan scheme. Eligible students can opt to defer the payment of all or part of their tuition fees by applying for a VET Student Loan. VET Student Loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements. Approved loans become a personal debt with the Commonwealth (HELP debt) until it is repaid.

For more information on VET Student Loans at Central Regional TAFE click here.

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Job opportunities

Job opportunities include:

Air Quality Sampler
Quarry Aggregates Sampler
Dairy Food Laboratory Assistant
Food Laboratory Assistant
Laboratory Assistant
Pathology Laboratory
Food Laboratory Technical Officer

For more information about job and career pathways, visit JobOutlook(opens in a new tab) or Jobs and Skills WA.

Please note: This list is a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.

Further Study

We offer a range of further study opportunities, view our course list here.

Study options and how to apply

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Semester 1, 2022

Details

Duration	2 Semesters
When	Semester 1, 2022
Where	Geraldton
How	Classroom

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Units and fees

Fee estimate instructions: Tick the boxes below for the number of units required for this course. A total fee estimate will appear in a table on the right hand side.

Units required: To achieve this qualification you must successfully complete fifteen (15) units of competence from those listed below.

Core

National ID	Unit title	Tuition fee	Resource fee
MSL924003	Process and interpret data	$97.20	$8.52
MSL924004	Use laboratory application software	$97.20	$8.52
MSL925004	Analyse data and report results	$194.40	$17.68
MSL934004	Maintain and calibrate instruments and equipment	$194.40	$112.65
MSL935007	Monitor the quality of test results and data	$194.40	$17.68

Elective

Unit Selection

All ten (10) elective units must be selected from the list below.

National ID	Unit title	Tuition fee	Resource fee
MSL904002	Perform standard calibrations	$97.20	$124.65
MSL905004	Perform non-standard calibrations	$97.20	$11.39
MSL915003	Provide information to customers	$97.20	$8.52
MSL915004	Schedule laboratory work for a small team	$97.20	$8.52
MSL916006	Develop and maintain laboratory documentation	$64.80	$7.50
MSL925003	Determine measurements of uncertainty	$81.00	$7.50
MSL935005	Authorise the issue of test results	$81.00	$7.50
MSL974019	Perform chemical tests and procedures	$97.20	$112.65
MSL974021	Perform biological procedures	$194.40	$17.68
MSL975048	Apply routine spectrometric techniques	$194.40	$17.68

Please note: Where displayed, fees are only an estimate. Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
For Lower Fees, local skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
Proof of concession must be presented to access concession rates if eligible.
Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
Secondary school aged persons (in 2021, students born on or after 1 July 2003 who are at least 15 years old in 2021) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

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