Modification History
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Release |
Comments |
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Release 3 |
Two low use units removed from elective bank as determined at December 2020 AISC meeting in response skills ministers objectives. |
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Release 2 |
This version was released in MSL Laboratory Operations Training Package Release 3.0. Supersedes and equivalent to MSL40118 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (Release 1). 1 Elective unit added. |
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Release 1 |
This version was released in MSL Laboratory Operations Training Package Release 2.0. Supersedes and equivalent to MSL40116 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques. Core units changed. Elective choices restricted. Total number of units required for qualification changed. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of workers who perform a range of laboratory techniques, including manual, semi-automated and fully automated, to collect and prepare samples in a laboratory. They conduct a wide range of basic, and limited range of specialist tests across a variety of industry sectors. Workers may be required to assist other personnel to solve technical problems and to adjust formulations and production mixes. They may also train them to collect samples and conduct basic tests reliably.
Workers have responsibility for their own outputs according to established procedures. Work is carried out according to established procedures often under the direction and supervision of laboratory or quality managers, or scientific/medical professionals. Work is normally subject to frequent progress and quality checks.
No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 15
- 5 core units
- 10 elective units, consisting of:
- at least 7 units from the electives listed below
- up to 3 units from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
Core units
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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MSL924003 |
Process and interpret data |
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MSL934004 |
Maintain and calibrate instruments and equipment |
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MSL934006 |
Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes |
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MSL944002 |
Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety |
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MSL953003 |
Receive and prepare samples for testing |
Elective units
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Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
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MSL904002 |
Perform standard calibrations |
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MSL914002 |
Prepare practical science classes and demonstrations |
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MSL924004 |
Use laboratory application software |
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MSL934005 |
Contribute to the ongoing development of HACCP plans |
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MSL934007 |
Maintain and control stocks |
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MSL954003 |
Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples |
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MSL954004 |
Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan |
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MSL954005 |
Prepare mineral samples for analysis |
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MSL973016 |
Perform aseptic techniques |
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MSL973019 |
Perform microscopic examination |
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MSL973020 |
Perform histological procedures |
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MSL973021 |
Conduct field-based acceptance tests for construction materials |
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MSL973022 |
Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials |
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MSL974016 |
Perform physical and mechanical tests |
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MSL974017 |
Prepare, standardise and use solutions |
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MSL974018 |
Conduct geotechnical site investigations |
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MSL974019 |
Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL974020 |
Perform food tests |
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MSL974021 |
Perform biological procedures |
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MSL974022 |
Undertake environmental field-based monitoring |
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MSL974023 |
Capture and manage scientific images |
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MSL974025 |
Prepare tissue and cell cultures |
MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques |
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MSL974026 |
Perform tests to determine the properties of construction materials |
MSL973022 Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials |
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MSL974028 |
Classify soils |
MSL973021 Conduct field-based acceptance tests for construction materials MSL973022 Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials |
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MSL974029 |
Operate an automated mineral analysis system |
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MSL975029 |
Perform histological tests |
MSL973019 Perform microscopic examination MSL954003 Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples |
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MSL975035 |
Perform microbiological tests |
MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques MSL973019 Perform microscopic examination |
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MSL975040 |
Apply routine chromatographic techniques |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL975045 |
Perform laboratory-based ecological techniques |
MSL974021 Perform biological procedures |
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MSL975048 |
Apply routine spectrometric techniques |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSMENV472 |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
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TAEDEL301 |
Provide work skill instruction |
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MSL974030 |
Process body fluid specimens using a point of care testing device |
Qualification Mapping Information
Release 3. Supersedes and equivalent to MSL40118 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (Release 2).
Release 2. Supersedes and equivalent to MSL40118 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (Release 1). 1 Elective unit added.
Release 1. Supersedes and equivalent to MSL40116 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques.
Links
MSL Laboratory Operations Companion Volume Implementation Guide is available from VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5c63a03b-4a6b-4ae5-9560-1e3c5f462baa
