The MSL50122 Diploma of Laboratory Technology qualification represents the responsibilities of individuals who utilise a variety of laboratory techniques to perform scientific and technical tests across various industry sectors, employing specialised technical expertise. They execute a broad spectrum of both routine and intricate, specialised tests, which may involve unusual samples and require the use of instrumentation with a wide range of operational variables. These professionals communicate sample requirements to colleagues and may engage with suppliers to resolve issues related to product non-compliance.
They may also provide demonstrations of methods to others and offer training to team members on the proper collection of samples and the reliable performance of basic tests. In addition, they play a role in adapting standard operating procedures (SOPs) and enterprise methods as needed and may participate in scheduling and resource monitoring within their work area. Their work is conducted in accordance with established protocols and is often overseen by laboratory or quality managers, or scientific/medical experts.
This qualification consists of eighteen (18) units of competency, of which there are five (5) core units and ten (10) electives.
To provide contextualised content through the course, ABC Training and Consulting have developed 7 streams for the following industry sectors:
– MSL924005 Process and interpret data
– MSL924006 Use laboratory application software
– MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment
– MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
– MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data
– MSL904003 Perform standard calibrations
– MSL913004 Plan and conduct laboratory/field work
– MSL915003 Provide information to customers
– MSL915004 Schedule laboratory work for a small team
– MSL916011 Develop and maintain laboratory documentation
– MSL916012 Manage and develop teams
– MSL934010 Maintain and control stocks
– MSL935006 Assist in the maintenance of reference material
– MSL944002 Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
– MSL953005 Receive and prepare samples for testing
– MSL954007 Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan
– MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
– TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction
– MSL924005 Process and interpret data
– MSL924006 Use laboratory application software
– MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment
– MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
– MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data
– MSL915003 Provide information to customers
– MSL915004 Schedule laboratory work for a small team
– MSL916011 Develop and maintain laboratory documentation
– MSL916012 Manage and develop teams
– MSL944002 Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
– MSL953005 Receive and prepare samples for testing
– MSL954007 Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan
– MSL973021 Conduct field-based acceptance tests for construction materials
– MSL973022 Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials
– MSL974016 Perform physical and mechanical tests
– MSL974026 Perform tests to determine the properties of construction materials
– MSL975044 Perform complex tests to determine the engineering properties of construction materials
– MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
– MSL924005 Process and interpret data
– MSL924006 Use laboratory application software
– MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment
– MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
– MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data
– MSL914002 Prepare practical sciences classes and demonstrations
– MSL915003 Provide information to customers
– MSL915004 Schedule laboratory work for a small team
– MSL916011 Develop and maintain laboratory documentation
– MSL916012 Manage and develop teams
– MSL934010 Maintain and control stocks
– MSL935006 Assist in the maintenance of reference material
– MSL944002 Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
– MSL973025 Perform basic tests
– MSL973026 Prepare working solutions
– MSL973027 Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination
– MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
– TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction
– MSL924005 Process and interpret data
– MSL924006 Use laboratory application software
– MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment
– MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
– MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data
– BSBCMM211 Apply communication skills
– MSL915003 Provide information to customers
– MSL915004 Schedule laboratory work for a small team
– MSL916011 Develop and maintain laboratory documentation
– MSL916012 Manage and develop teams
– MSL934010 Maintain and control stocks
– MSL935006 Assist in the maintenance of reference materials
– MSL944002 Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
– MSL953005 Receive and prepare samples for testing
– MSL954007 Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan
– MSL973017 Assist with fieldwork
– MSL974022 Undertake environmental field-based monitoring
– MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
– MSL924005 Process and interpret data
– MSL924006 Use laboratory application software
– MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment
– MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
– MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data
– MSL913004 Plan and conduct laboratory/field work
– MSL915003 Provide information to customers
– MSL915004 Schedule laboratory work for a small team
– MSL916011 Develop and maintain laboratory documentation
– MSL916012 Manage and develop teams
– MSL934010 Maintain and control stocks
– MSL935006 Assist in the maintenance of reference material
– MSL944002 Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
– MSL953005 Receive and prepare samples for testing
– MSL954007 Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan
– MSL974032 Perform chemical tests and procedures
– MSL974033 Perform food tests
– MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
– MSL924005 Process and interpret data
– MSL924006 Use laboratory application software
– MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment
– MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
– MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data
– MSL915003 Provide information to customers
– MSL915004 Schedule laboratory work for a small team
– MSL916011 Develop and maintain laboratory documentation
– MSL916012 Manage and develop teams
– MSL934010 Maintain and control stocks
– MSL935006 Assist in the maintenance of reference material
– MSL944002 Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
– MSL953005 Receive and prepare samples for testing
– MSL954007 Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan
– MSL973025 Perform basic tests
– MSL974016 Perform physical and mechanical tests
– MSL974032 Perform chemical tests and procedures
– MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
– MSL924005 Process and interpret data
– MSL924006 Use laboratory application software
– MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment
– MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
– MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data
– HLTPAT006 Receive, prepare and dispatch pathology specimens
– MSL913004 Plan and conduct laboratory/field work
– MSL933005 Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose
– MSL944002 Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
– MSL954006 Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples
– MSL973027 Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination
– MSL973028 Perform microscopic examination
– MSL974034 Perform biological procedures
– MSL975057 Perform histological tests
– MSL975061 Perform molecular biological tests and procedures
– MSL975062 Perform microbiological tests
– MSL975063 Perform haematological tests
– MSL975064 Perform chemical pathology tests
Approximately 24 – 48 months
Competency based training has a flexible duration. Learners are provided theory content consisting of reading content, videos and formative assessment activities. Trainers then visit on-site to provide further practical training, issue the summative assessment, conduct practical observations and discuss your progress with your supervisor
$8,400
Consists of $450 per unit of competency plus a $300 enrolment fee.
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You may be able to access funding for this qualification to help offset the cost of the fees. Refer to the tabs below to see if there are any funding options available in your state. Please contact ABC Training to assist with Eligibility for State & Federal Funding.
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You may be able to access funding for this qualification to help offset the cost of the fees*. Refer to ABC Training & Consulting Fee Table to see if there are any funding options available in your state. Please contact ABC Training to assist with Eligibility for State & Federal Funding.
In NSW, ABC Training will utilise Smart and Skilled funding where possible. This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.
*Eligibility criteria applies.