MSL50122 Diploma of Laboratory Technology

The MSL50122 Diploma in Laboratory Technology qualification is tailored for professionals who implement various laboratory technologies and perform scientific-technical analyses across multiple industries. These workers possess specialized technical expertise and handle a broad spectrum of routine and complex tests, including those involving unusual samples and instruments with extensive operational variables. They are responsible for communicating sample requirements, liaising with suppliers to resolve product issues, and may train others in sample collection and basic testing procedures.

This course is perfect for learners who want to be:

• Instrument Calibration Technician
• Laboratory Manager
• Manufacturing Testing Technician
• Food Testing Laboratory Technician

Training is delivered via blended method (Workplace Face to Face + Online).

Course Duration: This course is designed to be completed up to 12-48 months

Note: Please read the MTI Student Handbook and other policies and procedures including Refund Policy, Complaints and Appeals Policy, RPL Procedure prior to enrolling.

This course is designed to develop your expertise in laboratory technology. Among others, you will learn to:

• Process and interpret data
• Maintain instruments and equipment
• Schedule laboratory work for small team
• Authorise the issue of test results

All learners will be assessed through the following:

• Observation during on-the-job or role play
• Questioning may include self-assessment, verbal answers, written questionnaires, activity modules or interview
• Structured Activities may include Projects, Case studies, presentations, role play, demonstration, progressive tasks

Access to this qualification is available to individuals who:

• Possess a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques, OR
• Have attained a Certificate IV or a more advanced qualification in a field related to science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM),OR
• Are able to demonstrate practical laboratory skills, relevant knowledge, and work experience in a technical laboratory setting.
• Are 18 years old and above
• Are currently employed/affiliated with a workplace*
• Have sound language and literacy skills (at least Year 10 English, or equivalent),
• Have basic computer skills, and
• Those who do not hold either a minimum qualification of Certificate III or above from an Australian institution, will be required to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment (LL&N)**

*Melbourne Tech Institute will check suitability of the learner’s workplace prior to enrolment.

**Learners who fail the LL&N assessment may still be enrolled to a course if endorsed by the trainer/assessor, and corresponding additional support strategies are in place.

To support you in your new course with Melbourne Tech Institute, we will provide the following:

• MSL50122 learning and assessment suite which includes:
  • Learner Guides
  • Assessment Workbooks
  • Templates for Projects and other activities
  • Handouts
• Additional course readings and resources recommended by trainers

To complete your course, you will need ongoing access to the following:

• Computer/laptop with relevant software such as, but not limited to, the following:
  • Internet access through Google Chrome
  • MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader
  • Software packages that cover databases, statistical analysis and simple graphics output

Melbourne Tech Institute will also ensure suitability of the learner’s workplace

There are 18 total units of competency in this qualification.

5 core units:

• MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment
• MSL924005 Process and interpret data
• MSL924006 Use laboratory application software
• MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
• MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data

13 elective units: NOTE: Melbourne Tech Institute can change the elective units for the students to suit their workplace laboratories, if required.

Students enrolled in this course may also choose to study other course that will support them in their laboratory skills as well as training skills. Other options available for students may include the following qualifications:

• MSL60122 Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Technology*
• TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment*
• Bachelor of Science in relevant disciplines such as Biology, Civil Engineering, Biotechnology*

^{*These qualifications are not currently being offered by Melbourne Tech Institute}

Melbourne Tech Institute has a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process in place which is discussed in details in the RTO’s Recognition Policy and Procedure.

Prospective students are informed of the RPL Policy and procedures prior  to enrolment in the course and through a variety of means, including pre-enrolment interview, enrolment form, student handbook, and website.