Modification History
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Release |
Comments |
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Release 4 |
Unit MSL975043 Prepare animal and plant material for display reinstated into the other elective group. |
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Release 3 |
Five 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 PackageRelease 3.0. Supersedes and equivalent to MSL50118 Diploma of Laboratory Technology (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 MSL50116 Diploma of Laboratory Technology. Core units changed. Elective choices restricted. Specialisations added. Total number of units required for qualification changed. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of workers who apply a range of laboratory technologies to conduct scientific-technical tests in most industry sectors, utilising specialist technical knowledge. They conduct a wide range of routine and complex, specialised tests where atypical samples may be involved and the instrumentation used has a wide range of operating variables. Workers communicate sample requirements to other personnel and may liaise with suppliers to troubleshoot product non-conformance. They may also demonstrate methods to others and train team members to collect samples and conduct basic tests reliably.
Workers contribute to the modification of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and enterprise methods when necessary, they may also have a role in the planning of schedules and monitoring of resources in their work area. Work is carried out according to established procedures, often under the management of laboratory or quality managers, or scientific/medical professionals.
No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
Entry into this qualification is open to individuals who:
- hold a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
or
- hold a relevant Certificate IV or higher level qualification in a relevant science discipline
or
- can demonstrate equivalent skills and knowledge in a relevant science discipline to any of the above qualifications.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 15
- 5 core units
- 10 elective units, consisting of:
- at least 7 units from any of the elective lists below, including at least 5 units coded at 5000 or above
- up to 3 units from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
Any combination of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the MSL50118 Diploma of Laboratory Technology. Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
Packaging for each specialisation :
- At least 6 Group A electives must be selected for award of Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology)
- At least 6 Group B electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Chemistry)
- At least 6 Group C electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Construction)
- At least 6 Group D electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Food)
- At least 6 Group E electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology).
Core units
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Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
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MSL924003 |
Process and interpret data |
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MSL924004 |
Use laboratory application software |
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MSL925004 |
Analyse data and report results |
MSL924003 Process and interpret data |
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MSL934004 |
Maintain and calibrate instruments and equipment |
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MSL935007 |
Monitor the quality of test results and data |
MSL924003 Process and interpret data |
Elective units
Group A electives – Pathology specialisation
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Unit Code |
Unit Title |
Prerequisites |
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MSL954003 |
Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples |
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MSL974021 |
Perform biological procedures |
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MSL975028 |
Apply advanced embedding and microtomy skills |
MSL975029 Perform histological tests |
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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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MSL975030 |
Perform immunohaematological tests |
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MSL975033 |
Perform tissue and cell culture techniques |
MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques |
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MSL975034 |
Perform molecular biology tests and procedures |
MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques MSL974021 Perform biological procedures |
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MSL975035 |
Perform microbiological tests |
MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques MSL973019 Perform microscopic examination |
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MSL975036 |
Perform haematological tests |
MSL973019 Perform microscopic examination |
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MSL975037 |
Perform chemical pathology tests |
MSL974021 Perform biological procedures |
Group B electives – Chemistry specialisation
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Unit Code |
Unit Title |
Prerequisites |
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MSL925003 |
Determine measurements of uncertainty |
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MSL935006 |
Assist in the maintenance of reference materials |
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MSL974019 |
Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL975040 |
Apply routine chromatographic techniques |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL975046 |
Perform complex tests to measure chemical properties of materials |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL975047 |
Apply complex instrumental techniques |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL975048 |
Apply routine spectrometric techniques |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL975049 |
Apply routine electrometric techniques |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
Group C electives – Construction specialisation
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Unit Code |
Unit Title |
Prerequisites |
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MSL925003 |
Determine measurements of uncertainty |
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MSL954004 |
Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan |
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MSL974016 |
Perform physical and mechanical tests |
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MSL974018 |
Conduct geotechnical site investigations |
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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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MSL975031 |
Supervise sampling, inspections and testing at construction sites |
MSL954004 Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan MSL973021 Conduct field based acceptance tests for construction materials |
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MSL975044 |
Perform complex tests to measure engineering properties of materials |
MSL973022 Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials MSL974026 Perform tests to determine the properties of construction materials |
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MSL975051 |
Supervise geotechnical site investigations |
MSL974018 Conduct geotechnical site investigations |
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MSL975055 |
Classify building sites |
MSL974028 Classify soils |
Group D electives – Food specialisation
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Unit Code |
Unit Title |
Prerequisites |
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FBPFST4004 |
Perform microbiological procedures in the food industry |
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MSL934005 |
Contribute to the ongoing development of HACCP plans |
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MSL974019 |
Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL974020 |
Perform food tests |
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MSL975032 |
Provide input to production trials |
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MSL975038 |
Conduct sensory analysis |
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MSL975040 |
Apply routine chromatographic techniques |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL975048 |
Apply routine spectrometric techniques |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL975050 |
Perform food analyses |
MSL974020 Perform food tests |
Group E electives – Biotechnology specialisation
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Unit Code |
Unit Title |
Prerequisites |
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MSL974019 |
Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL975033 |
Perform tissue and cell culture techniques |
MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques |
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MSL975034 |
Perform molecular biology tests and procedures |
MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques MSL974021 Perform biological procedures |
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MSL975035 |
Perform microbiological tests |
MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques MSL973019 Perform microscopic examination |
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MSL975039 |
Apply electrophoretic techniques |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL975040 |
Apply routine chromatographic techniques |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
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MSL975048 |
Apply routine spectrometric techniques |
MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
Other electives
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Unit Code |
Unit Title |
Prerequisites |
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MSL904002 |
Perform standard calibrations |
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MSL905004 |
Perform non-standard calibrations |
MSL904002 Perform standard calibrations |
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MSL905005 |
Create or modify calibration procedures |
MSL905004 Perform non-standard calibrations |
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MSL915003 |
Provide information to customers |
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MSL915004 |
Schedule laboratory work for a small team |
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MSL916006 |
Develop and maintain laboratory documentation |
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MSL916007 |
Manage and develop teams |
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MSL916008 |
Supervise laboratory operations in work or functional area |
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MSL916009 |
Maintain registration and statutory or legal compliance in work or functional area |
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MSL916010 |
Manage complex projects |
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MSL935005 |
Authorise the issue of test results |
MSL925004 Analyse data and report results |
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MSL935006 |
Assist in the maintenance of reference materials |
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MSL974022 |
Undertake environmental field-based monitoring |
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MSL975041 |
Perform fire assay techniques |
MSL973023 Perform fire pouring techniques |
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MSL975042 |
Design and supervise complex environmental field surveys |
MSL974022 Undertake environmental field-based monitoring |
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MSL975043 |
Prepare animal and plant material for display |
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MSL975052 |
Locate, record and collect forensic samples |
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MSMENV472 |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
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MSL974030 |
Process body fluid specimens using a point of care testing device |
Qualification Mapping Information
Release 4. Supersedes and equivalent to MSL50118 Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Release 3). 1 Elective unit reinstated.
Release 3. Supersedes and equivalent to MSL50118 Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Release 2).
Release 2. Supersedes and equivalent to MSL50118 Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Release 1). 1 Elective unit added.
Release 1. Supersedes and equivalent to MSL50116 Diploma of Laboratory Technology.
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
