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Equip yourself with the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of laboratory techniques, and conduct tests and sampling applicable to a variety of industries by completing the Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques. DOMESTIC STUDY MODES Mixed Mode DURATION There are multiple durations. Please refer to Course Structure below. AVAILABILITY Mackay, Mixed Mode UNITS/CREDITS 15 units JOB PROSPECTS This qualification offers entry-level technical training across a range of employment outcomes including laboratory technician, instrument operator. Depending on unit selections, industry sector specialisations include environmental monitoring, food testing, mineral assaying. Book a conversation Register your interest How to apply Book a conversation Course Details Reveal content for Course Details This qualification reflects the role of workers who perform a range of laboratory techniques, including manual, semi-automated and fully automated, to collect and prepare samples in a laboratory. They conduct a wide range of basic, and limited range of specialist tests across a variety of industry sectors. Workers may be required to assist other personnel to solve technical problems and to adjust formulations and product mixes. They may also train them to collect samples and conduct basic tests reliably. Workers have responsibility for their own outputs according to established procedures. Work is carried out according to established procedures often under the direction and supervision of laboratory or quality managers, or scientific/medical professionals. Work is normally subject to frequent progress and quality checks. This course includes two one-week compulsory on-campus attendance (the CQU Mackay Ooralea Campus). Please see the More Details tab for further information. This is a nationally recognised accredited course. Course Structure Reveal content for Course Structure Standard Course StructureDuration: up to 18 months full-time 24 months part-time. Core MSL924003 Process and interpret data MSL944002 Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety MSL934004 Maintain and calibrate instruments and equipment MSL934006 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes MSL953003 Receive and prepare samples for testing Elective MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices MSL973013 Perform basic tests MSL973019 Perform microscopic examination MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques MSL974017 Prepare, standardise and use solutions MSL954004 Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan MSL934007 Maintain and control stocks MSL904002 Perform standard calibrations MSL924004 Use laboratory application software Trainee Course StructureDuration: 18 months full time 24 months part-time Core MSL953003 Receive and prepare samples for testing MSL944002 Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety MSL934006 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes MSL934004 Maintain and calibrate instruments and equipment MSL924003 Process and interpret data Elective MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices MSL973013 Perform basic tests MSL934007 Maintain and control stocks MSL904002 Perform standard calibrations MSL974019 Perform chemical tests and procedures MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques MSL974017 Prepare, standardise and use solutions MSL954004 Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan MSL973019 Perform microscopic examination MSL924004 Use laboratory application software MSL974022 Undertake environmental field-based monitoring MSL943004 Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety Available Locations, Study Modes and Intake Reveal content for Available Locations, Study Modes and Intake Standard Course Structure 2022 February Mackay 2022 July Mackay Work Integrated Learning and Placements Reveal content for Work Integrated Learning and Placements Work-integrated learning does not apply to this course. Residential Schools Reveal content for Residential Schools Standard Course Structure Mackay Cohort 2 July 2021 commencements only Campus Mackay Ooralea Room MKY 03/G.03-1 , MKY 03/G.03-2 Start Date 31/05/2022 End Date 08/06/2022 Start Time 8:00 AM End Time 5:00 PM Compulsory Yes Additional Information You are not required to be at the practical week for the whole time. You are ONLY required to be at the practical week for the date/s of the unit/s you already enrolled for your studying period. The practical week is designed for you to complete the practical components of all the units in the course. Requirements for your attendance at the practical week: You MUST enrol in the unit You MUST read your unit's learning guide, practical manual, practical book before your practical day What do you need to bring with you? Your PPE such as lab coat, safety glasses. You can purchase those items at CQU Bookshop online You must wear fully enclosed shoes in the laboratory at all times. Please see examples under the 'More details' tab of this handbook. Your own PC/LaptopA calculator Ensure you have the relevant learning materials e.g. Laboratory manual, practical assessments, observation check sheets) with you. Further details as to what learning materials you will need will be available in the Assessment section of Moodle, for each unit. A fine tip permanent marker to write on glassware during your practical class Mackay Cohort 1 February 2022 commencements only Campus Mackay Ooralea Room MKY 03/G.03-1 , MKY 03/G.03-2 Start Date 02/11/2022 End Date 11/11/2022 Start Time 8:00 AM End Time 5:00 PM Compulsory Yes Additional Information You are not required to be at the practical week for the whole time. You are ONLY required to be at the practical week for the date/s of the unit/s you already enrolled for your studying period. The practical week is designed for you to complete the practical components of all the units in the course. Requirements for your attendance at the practical week: You MUST enrol in the unit You MUST read your unit's learning guide, practical manual, practical book before your practical day What do you need to bring with you? Your PPE such as lab coat, safety glasses. You can purchase those items at CQU Bookshop online You must wear fully enclosed shoes in the laboratory at all times. Please see examples under the 'More details' tab of this handbook. Your own PC/Laptop A calculator Ensure you have the relevant learning materials e.g. Laboratory manual, practical assessments, observation check sheets) with you. Further details as to what learning materials you will need will be available in the Assessment section of Moodle, for each unit.A fine tip permanent marker to write on glassware during your practical class Entry Requirements Reveal content for Entry Requirements There are no entry requirements for MSL40118 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques. It is strongly advised that students not currently working in industry complete MSL30118 Certificate III in Laboratory Skills prior to enrolling into MSL40118. Students are required to have completed the literacy and numeracy assessment pre-enrolment in the form of the Basic Key Skills Builder online literacy and numeracy assessment or to have completed an equal or higher level course. Career Opportunities and Outcomes Reveal content for Career Opportunities and Outcomes This qualification offers entry-level technical training across a range of employment outcomes including laboratory technician, instrument operator. Depending on unit selections, industry sector specialisations include environmental monitoring, food testing, mineral assaying. Professional Recognition Reveal content for Professional Recognition Professional recognition is not applicable to this course. 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A UNI THAT KNOWS CONVENIENCE COUNTS CQUniversity is truly focused on our students’ needs, and that means responding to what, how and where they want to study. It is why we are now Australia’s largest regional university, with more than 20 metropolitan and regional locations across five states, delivering TAFE and university qualifications in on-campus, online and supported online modes to more than 30 000 students. A UNI THAT KNOWS YOUR EXPERIENCE MATTERS CQUniversity’s strong focus on student experience ensures that you are prepared and supported on your student journey. Support services include on-campus or online orientation to assist your transition into university life, course and career advice, financial support options, study support, ongoing assistance through the Student Mentor program, counselling services, support for students with disability or medical conditions, Indigenous student support and more. 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