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Diploma of Laboratory Technology
Diploma of Laboratory Technology
MSL50116
AZS1
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/03/2016 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
Description
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to apply a range of laboratory technologies to conduct scientific-technical tests and sampling in most industry sectors.
Employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include technical officers, laboratory technicians, analysts and similar personnel.
Technical officers conduct a wide range of sampling and testing that requires the application of broad scientific-technical knowledge and skills, with substantial depth in some areas. Although technical officers generally work in a laboratory, they often work closely with personnel in other teams within a section of the workplace.
They may liaise with suppliers to troubleshoot product non-conformance at the direction of laboratory supervisors or managers. They gather information on non-conformance and events that may lead to the modification of workplace procedures. They may also demonstrate methods to others and train them to collect samples and conduct basic tests reliably.
The work of technical officers involves frequent peak periods and interruptions. They:
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
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.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the MSL50116 Diploma of Laboratory Technology competency must be achieved in a total of twenty-one (21) units of competency, consisting of:- nine (9) core units of competency
- twelve (12) elective units of competency.
ELECTIVE UNITS
- Select twelve (12) elective units from Groups A, B, C and D as specified below:
- a minimum of five (5) units must be selected from Group A
- the remainder may be chosen from Groups A, B, C and D, with a maximum of three (3) units from Group B, a maximum of five (5) units from Group C and a maximum of two (2) units from Group D, to bring the total electives to twelve (12).
Note that four (4) of the elective units may be chosen from this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, where those units are available at Diploma.
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWO57 | MSL925001 | Analyse data and report results | 120 | Unit of competency |
| AWO49 | MSL934002 | Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWO69 | MSL913001 | Communicate with other people | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWC68 | MSMENV472 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWO42 | MSL944001 | Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWO66 | MSL913002 | Plan and conduct laboratory/field work | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWO54 | MSL924001 | Process and interpret data | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWO65 | MSL915001 | Provide information to customers | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWO56 | MSL924002 | Use laboratory application software | 60 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
A minimum of five (5) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
A maximum of three (3) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units
A maximum of five (5) units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. Group D Elective Units
A maximum of two (2) units may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W737 | MSL50109 | Diploma of Laboratory Technology | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDV4 | MSL50118 | Diploma of Laboratory Technology | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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