Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
About
This program has a technical skills focus, preparing you for work in a range of laboratories.
The Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques provides a broad and flexible package of competencies which meet the needs of laboratory assistants & laboratory technicians and similar personnel.It will provide you with a pathway into the Diploma of Laboratory Technology.
Structure
C4397 Courses
C4397 Core Units - Select ALL Five (5) Courses)
| Course Title | Nominal Hours | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Process and interpret data (MSL924003) | 70 | MATH7088C | City Campus |
| Maintain and calibrate instruments and equipment (MSL934004) | 60 | BIOL5239C | City Campus |
| Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes (MSL934006) | 80 | BUSM8853C | City Campus |
| Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety (MSL944002) | 50 | OHTH5992C | City Campus |
| Receive and prepare samples for testing (MSL953003) | 30 | BIOL5240C | City Campus |
C4397 Elective Units - Select Ten (10) Courses
| Course Title | Nominal Hours | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Use laboratory application software (MSL924004) | 60 | OFFC5338C | City Campus |
| Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples (MSL954003) | 100 | BIOL5241C | City Campus |
| Perform aseptic techniques (MSL973016) | 40 | BIOL5242C | City Campus |
| Perform microscopic examination (MSL973019) | 40 | BIOL5243C | City Campus |
| Prepare, standardise and use solutions (MSL974017) | 100 | BIOL5244C | City Campus |
| Perform chemical tests and procedures (MSL974019) | 100 | BIOL5245C | City Campus |
| Perform biological procedures (MSL974021) | 130 | BIOL5246C | City Campus |
| Analyse data and report results (MSL925004) | 80 | MATH7089C | City Campus |
| Communicate with other people (MSL913003) | 40 | GEDU6176C | City Campus |
| Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices (MSMENV472) | 40 | EASC5068C | City Campus |
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements as per the Training Package rules, however preference is given to applicants who have studied Chemistry or Biology in their final year of high school or who have completed a bridging science program such as Certificate III in Science.
This is based on the experience of students who have not previously studied science subjects struggling with the requirements of the competencies.
There is automatic entry to this program for RMIT graduates of Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation.
International students- Study at Year 12 or foundation studies level (Science stream) or evidence of completion of post-secondary study. Relevant work experience will also be considered English Requirement: IELTS 5.5 (No band less than 5.0) or equivalent
Equity admissions schemes RMIT understands that people’s backgrounds and circumstances can affect their access to education and training. RMIT’s equity admissions schemes allow applicants to explain the circumstances that have adversely affected their education, and demonstrate their capacity for future academic success.
Further information is available at equity admissions schemes
Inherent requirements: For further information please go to https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/applying-to-rmit/local-student-applications/entry-requirements/inherent-requirements/science/certificate-iv-in-laboratory-techniques
Learning outcomes
This nationally recognised vocational education and training (VET) qualification is competency-based. This means that it is designed to enable you to develop the practical skills and knowledge (competency) needed to perform the duties and tasks in the job you are training for. Assessment in a competency-based program is about being able to demonstrate that you have developed these practical skills and areas of knowledge, and that you can perform at the standard required in the job. This could involve showing an assessor how you plan and carry out tasks, and explaining to the assessor how you know what you are doing. It could also involve completing a project and presenting a report on the process and outcomes.
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (e.g. through prior paid or voluntary work experience), you can be assessed and have these skills and knowledge formally recognised at any point during the program. There is information on the RMIT website about how to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) – refer to http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit
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