MSL50109
Diploma of Laboratory Technology
Develop your laboratory career by obtaining hands on technical skills training and scientific knowledge. Learn sampling, laboratory testing procedures, and diagnostics. With employment opportunities available for laboratory technicians in a wide range of fields including pathology, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, food and mining industries, it’s the perfect course to produce great results.
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Career Opportunities
Laboratory Technician, Technical Sales Representative in the Pathology, Mining/Process Manufacturing, Food, Pharmaceutical, Chemical or Biotechnology Industries.
Entry Criteria
Due to the high-level content of this course, competency in mathematics, science and English (equivalent to Year 10 or above) are highly desirable but not a requirement
Program Articulation
Articulation Options
Students may apply to study the Diploma as
• a discrete qualification
Diploma of Laboratory Technology
Government Subsidised Fee - QTAC Code: 155548 or Full Fee - QTAC Code: 155546
Queensland University of Technology and Griffith University give graduates of the Southbank Institute of Technology Diploma program bonus points towards tertiary entrance ranks bringing their rank to 87 (approximately equivalent to OP 8). Graduates may also be eligible for academic credits on admission to the university and degree program of their choice.
Students may apply to study the Diploma as
• a discrete qualification
Diploma of Laboratory Technology
Government Subsidised Fee - QTAC Code: 155548 or Full Fee - QTAC Code: 155546
Queensland University of Technology and Griffith University give graduates of the Southbank Institute of Technology Diploma program bonus points towards tertiary entrance ranks bringing their rank to 87 (approximately equivalent to OP 8). Graduates may also be eligible for academic credits on admission to the university and degree program of their choice.
Program Duration
Full Time 18 months
Full time classes are timetabled between the hours of 8:00am and 6:00pm, weekdays.
Full time classes are timetabled between the hours of 8:00am and 6:00pm, weekdays.
Program Award
Diploma
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.
Standard course cost will be charged for units of study/courses credited via RPL.
For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:
The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au
Venue
- Southbank Campus
How to Apply
FULL TIME: Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC)
Telephone: 1300 467 822
Facsimile: (07) 3367 1164
Location: Level 2, 33 Park Road Milton QLD 4064
Postal: PO Box 1331, Milton QLD 4064
E-mail: use website enquiry service
Internet: www.qtac.edu.au
Apply online at the QTAC website. Applications open in August for courses commencing in the following year (eg August 2011 for courses in 2012). Please see the QTAC website or the QTAC Guide to Tertiary Courses (available from newsagents) for information on key dates and application charges.
Applications Close
For full time applicants there is only one intake per year, February, and information regarding application dates is available from the QTAC website.
Cost
Government Subsidised Fee:
-Full Rate: $4,816
-Concession Rate: $3,246
A $40 annual Administration Fee is applicable to Government subsidised enrolments.
Government subsidised fees must be paid through existing payment methods at the time of enrolment.
Full Fee: $14,957
For Additional Information
| Location: | Southbank |
| Telephone: | (07) 3244 5166 |
| Facsimile: | (07) 3244 5161 |
| Address | |
| In Person: | Level 4, B Block Ernest Street South Brisbane |
| Mail: | Locked Mail Bag 14 South Brisbane QLD 4101 |
| Email: | enquiry@southbank.edu.au |
| Find us at: | www.Southbank.edu.au |
Course Outline
| SEMESTER 1 Communication and Quality | Course Code | Course Name |
| MSL913001A | Communicate with other people |
| MSL934002A | Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes |
| MSL913002A | Plan and conduct laboratory_field work |
| MSL915001A | Provide information to customers |
| OHS & Sustainability | Course Code | Course Name |
| MSAENV472A | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MSL944001A | Maintain laboratory_field workplace safety |
| Maths | Course Code | Course Name |
| MSL924001A | Process and interpret data |
| Laboratory Fundamentals | Course Code | Course Name |
| MSL973004A | Perform aseptic techniques |
| MSL904001A | Perform standard calibrations |
| Solutions | Course Code | Course Name |
| MSL974001A | Prepare, standardise and use solutions |
| Biology | Course Code | Course Name |
| MSL973007A | Perform microscopic examination |
| MSL974006A | Perform biological procedures |
| SEMESTER 2 Statistics | Course Code | Course Name |
| MSL924002A | Use laboratory application software |
| MSL925001A | Analyse data and report results |
| Microbiology | Course Code | Course Name |
| MSL975001A | Perform microbiological tests |
| MSL973003A | Prepare culture media |
| MSL935002A | Assist in the maintenance of reference materials |
| Physical Testing | Course Code | Course Name |
| MSL935001A | Monitor the quality of test results and data |
| MSL974005A | Perform physical tests |
| Instrumentation | Course Code | Course Name |
| MSL975009A | Apply routine chromatographic techniques |
| MSL935004A | Maintain instruments and equipment |
This brochure was last updated Monday, 16 April 2012
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 January 2012 and 30 June 2012. Unit fees will not change for this period. All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements. From the 1st January of each year, programs are subject to a fee increase in line with the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 January 2012 and 30 June 2012. Unit fees will not change for this period. All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements. From the 1st January of each year, programs are subject to a fee increase in line with the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).
