Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques - MSL40118

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Average Course Duration: 1 Year

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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.

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Improved Work Status

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Salary

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Jobs

Graduates of this course are most often employed as:

61.3%

Technicians and Trades Workers

7.0%

Labourers

6.2%

Machinery Operators and Drivers

Industries

Graduates of this course are most often employed in:

31.5%

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services

13.3%

Construction

13.1%

Manufacturing

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

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Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Laboratory Operations Career Pathway

Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques is in the Natural and Physical Sciences Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Laboratory Operations.

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Cross Industry Stream

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Water Treatment Laboratory Supervisor

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Australian Apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

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Units & Packaging

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

Unit code	Unit title
MSL924003	Process and interpret data
MSL934004	Maintain and calibrate instruments and equipment
MSL934006	Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
MSL944002	Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
MSL953003	Receive and prepare samples for testing

Elective units

Unit code	Unit title	Prerequisites
MSL904002	Perform standard calibrations
MSL914002	Prepare practical science classes and demonstrations
MSL924004	Use laboratory application software
MSL934005	Contribute to the ongoing development of HACCP plans
MSL934007	Maintain and control stocks
MSL954003	Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples
MSL954004	Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan
MSL954005	Prepare mineral samples for analysis
MSL973016	Perform aseptic techniques
MSL973019	Perform microscopic examination
MSL973020	Perform histological procedures
MSL973021	Conduct field-based acceptance tests for construction materials
MSL973022	Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials
MSL974016	Perform physical and mechanical tests
MSL974017	Prepare, standardise and use solutions
MSL974018	Conduct geotechnical site investigations
MSL974019	Perform chemical tests and procedures
MSL974020	Perform food tests
MSL974021	Perform biological procedures
MSL974022	Undertake environmental field-based monitoring
MSL974023	Capture and manage scientific images
MSL974025	Prepare tissue and cell cultures	MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques
MSL974026	Perform tests to determine the properties of construction materials	MSL973022 Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials
MSL974028	Classify soils	MSL973021 Conduct field-based acceptance tests for construction materials MSL973022 Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials
MSL974029	Operate an automated mineral analysis system
MSL975029	Perform histological tests	MSL973019 Perform microscopic examination MSL954003 Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples
MSL975035	Perform microbiological tests	MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques MSL973019 Perform microscopic examination
MSL975040	Apply routine chromatographic techniques	MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures
MSL975045	Perform laboratory-based ecological techniques	MSL974021 Perform biological procedures
MSL975048	Apply routine spectrometric techniques	MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures
MSMENV472	Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
TAEDEL301	Provide work skill instruction
MSL974030	Process body fluid specimens using a point of care testing device

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