If you’re looking for a hands-on science course that will make you job-ready, our laboratory techniques course is ideal.
The course will equip you to successfully enter the pathology, biotechnology, biological and environmental sector, or related science industries. The course teaches you fundamental theory and practice in a variety of laboratory techniques. In addition to the technical skills, you also learn to apply quality, WHS and sustainability skills to the workplace. Areas of study include microbiology, chemistry, food testing, histology testing, data management and communication.
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Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.
Intake | Applications | Attendance | Classes | |
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2025 February Geelong City Campus |
Open: 1 Aug 2024 Close: 1 Feb 2025 |
Class Day | Full Time Mon9am-4.30pm, Tue9am-4pm & Thurs9am-4pm | Apply |
Class times are indicative and may change before the course starts. Students may need to complete some self-paced learning and assessments outside class, varying by course and skill level, or may be required to attend classes both on campus and online.
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An application doesn't guarantee a place in the course.
Many courses have limited spots and may fill quickly, so apply early and ensure your application is fully completed, as only successful applicants will receive offers, issued as soon as possible. If numbers are low, intakes or courses may be cancelled.
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Each student must complete a pre-training review as part of their application. The outcome of your pre-training review assists our teachers and trainers to better understand your capabilities prior to training and enables you to be matched to the right program. Your literacy and numeracy skills will be evaluated and you may be required to undertake a separate assessment. Follow this link for more information about literacy and numeracy skills.
Core Units | Code | Hours |
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Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes | MSL934009 | 80 |
Maintain instruments and equipment | MSL934008 | 60 |
Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety | MSL944002 | 50 |
Process and interpret data | MSL924005 | 70 |
Elective Units | Code | Hours |
Apply communication skills | BSBCMM211 | 40 |
Perform biological procedures | MSL974034 | 130 |
Perform chemical tests and procedures | MSL974032 | 100 |
Perform food tests | MSL974033 | 100 |
Perform histological procedures | MSL973029 | 40 |
Perform microscopic examination | MSL973028 | 40 |
Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination | MSL973027 | 40 |
Prepare culture media | MSL973015 | 30 |
Prepare practical science classes and demonstrations | MSL914002 | 60 |
Prepare, standardise and use solutions | MSL974031 | 100 |
Receive and prepare samples for testing | MSL953005 | 30 |
Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples | MSL954006 | 100 |
Fees | Rate | Unit | Indicative Course Hours | Indicative Tuition | Indicative Gov Total |
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Concession Tuition | AUD $0.69 | per hour | 1070 | AUD $738.00 | AUD $13,965.00 |
Standard Tuition | AUD $3.44 | per hour | 1070 | AUD $3,681.00 | AUD $13,965.00 |
Full Fee Tuition | AUD $14.43 | per hour | 1070 | AUD $15,440.00 |
Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee | |||||
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Resources | AUD $480.00 | Charged at enrolment | |||
Education Levy | AUD $160.50 | Charged at enrolment | |||
Materials | AUD $690.00 | Once | charged at enrolment |
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