Course description
This course is the perfect pathway if you’re looking to pursue a career in modern science. You will build on the skills and knowledge gained from completing the MSL40122 Certificate IV Laboratory Techniques, and focus on analytical chemistry, quality and data processing.
This hands-on course develops your skills to work in laboratories across various fields. You will learn to analyse, apply and perform a range of processes and procedures, including aseptic techniques, biological procedures, analytical chemistry and procedures, histological tests and procedures, microbiological tests and molecular biology tests and procedures.
Information sessions
5:00pm
Auditorium (H1.03)
Geelong City
Possible career outcomes
- Analyst
- Laboratory Technical Officer
- Quality officer
- Sampler
Applications & attendance
Applications for this course are not currently open.
Please contact customer service on 1300 769 279 during business hours to discuss upcoming intake dates.
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.
Follow the link for more information on attendance mode definitions and offer timing.
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.
Entrance requirements
- Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 11 or Year 12 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 4.
- Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who:
- Hold a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
OR - Hold a Certificate IV or higher-level qualification in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) discipline
OR - Can provide evidence of technical laboratory skills, knowledge and employment experience.
- Hold a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
- You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Free TAFE. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.
Personal Learning Requirements
There are personal learning requirements for each qualification at The Gordon. These are essential personal capabilities and skills required to successfully complete the course and be ready to work in the industry.
Please review the requirements here and consider any challenges you may have in meeting them. When applying for your course, please let us know what support you may need.
Pre-training review
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.
In order to prepare for your LLN, you may wish to attempt some practise tests in which you will find similar questions (with solutions too). These practice tests are not VSL approved but may be similar in question type and level of difficulty to what may be asked in the VSL approved LLN. Click here for practice tests. Please note, the VSL approved LLN cannot be resat within 3 months of undertaking it.
Units & assessments
| Core Units | Code | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes | MSL934009 | 80 |
| Maintain instruments and equipment | MSL934008 | 60 |
| Monitor the quality of test results and data | MSL935008 | 50 |
| Process and interpret data | MSL924005 | 70 |
| Use laboratory application software | MSL924006 | 60 |
| Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Apply electrophoretic techniques | MSL975065 | 100 |
| Apply routine chromatographic techniques | MSL975066 | 120 |
| Apply routine spectrometric techniques | MSL975069 | 150 |
| Maintain and control stocks | MSL934010 | 50 |
| Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan | MSL954007 | 50 |
| Perform biological procedures | MSL974034 | 130 |
| Perform chemical tests and procedures | MSL974032 | 100 |
| Perform food analyses | MSL975071 | 60 |
| Perform food tests | MSL974033 | 100 |
| Perform microbiological tests | MSL975062 | 140 |
| Perform microscopic examination | MSL973028 | 40 |
| Perform molecular biology tests and procedures | MSL975061 | 150 |
| Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination | MSL973027 | 40 |
| Provide information to customers | MSL915003 | 30 |
Please note that the listed electives are delivered by The Gordon but you may not need to complete all of these units to successfully complete this qualification. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency relevant to this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT). Any previous relevant experience may qualify you for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Find out more about CT or RPL here.
Assessment is based on:
- Questioning
- Observations and practical demonstrations
- Portfolio (work samples)
- Product (reports, projects, role plays etc)
Fees
| Fees | Rate | Unit | Indicative Course Hours | Indicative Tuition | Indicative Gov Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Tuition | AUD $8.12 | per hour | 960 | AUD $7,795.00 | AUD $10,010.00 |
| Full Fee Tuition | AUD $14.23 | per hour | 960 | AUD $13,661.00 |
| Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education Levy | AUD $144.00 | Charged at enrolment | |||
| Materials | AUD $690.00 | Once | charged at enrolment | ||
| Resources | AUD $330.00 | Once | charged at enrolment | ||
All fees and charges are correct at time of publication but may change without notice. The student tuition fees are indicative only. Additional fees may apply. Where GST is applicable to any courses or materials, the fee displayed is inclusive of the GST.
Which fee will I pay?
Your fees will be charged according to your eligibility for government funding. For more information, visit our Fees & Payments pages.
Fee help
Payment plans may be available for eligible students who need assistance to manage their fee payments.
Vet student loans
VET Student Loans are available for eligible students for tuition fees ONLY.
To be eligible to apply for a VET Student Loan, applicants will be required to:
- undertake an independent assessment test to ensure they possess Level 3 in reading and numeracy, or
- provide their Year 12 certificate, or
- provide evidence of completion of a Certificate IV or above.
Loan cap for this course
$18097
Further study options
- Bachelor of Science at Deakin University
Many Gordon courses offer pathways to higher qualifications within The Gordon and in some cases, to university degrees. Your Gordon course may provide credit points which could reduce further study time. Follow the link to find more information about pathways, or contact Customer Service.