Master of Laboratory Quality Analysis and Management - 2019 Course Handbook - Macquarie University Skip to Content Macquarie University Handbook | Library | Campus Map | Macquarie Contacts search Macquarie Home Students Staff Study Find a course High school students Non-school applicants Postgraduate study International students Other entry programs Other study options Research PhD and research degrees Collaboration, partnerships and commercialisation Research centres, groups and facilities About Research at Macquarie Become a researcher at Macquarie Connect Partnerships Employers Donations and bequests Alumni About About the University Campus services and facilities News and events Contacts and maps Macquarie Home> Handbook Home> 2019 Handbook Go! 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Specific minimum requirements: Credit points 600 level Required 4 Analysis and Measurement (4) CBMS620 Required 12cp from Work, Organisation and Management (4) BUS651 Medicinal Chemistry (4) CBMS606 Microbiology and Molecular Biology (4) CBMS622 Synthesis (4) CBMS625 Introductory Statistics (4) STAT670 12 Applied Statistics (4) STAT680 800 level Required 4 Entrepreneurship in Business (4) BUS827 Required 4 Analytical Measurement Uncertainty and Method Validation (4) CBMS860 Required 4 Laboratory Quality Systems (4) CBMS861 Required 4 Project and Risk Management (4) INFO843 Required either or Selected Topics in the Molecular Sciences (4) CBMS801 4 Chemical Analysis II (4) CBMS825 Required 28cp from Safety and Quality in Hospital Care (4) AHMC801 Selected Topics in the Molecular Sciences (4) CBMS801 Chemical Analysis II (4) CBMS825 Protein Discovery and Analysis (4) CBMS832 Functional Proteomics (4) CBMS833 Advanced Medicinal Chemistry (4) CBMS842 Managing Cultural Diversity (4) BUS854 Intercultural Communication (4) ICOM821 Managing Customer Relationships (4) MKTG814 Statistical Design (4) STAT814 Multivariate Analysis (4) STAT821 Statistical Graphics (4) STAT823 28 Statistical Methods in Bioinformatics (4) STAT830 TOTAL CREDIT POINTS REQUIRED FOR THIS PROGRAM 64 AQF Level Level 9 Masters by Coursework Degree CRICOS Code 083799B Overview and Aims of the Program This program is primarily designed to cater for practising analytical chemists, laboratory supervisors and/or laboratory managers who need to gain advanced understanding of the current requirements for laboratory accreditation, particularly in the area of quality assurance and laboratory management. A unique feature of the program is the continuing collaboration between Macquarie University and two authoritative organisations in Australia, The National Measurement Institute and The National Association of Testing Authorities, in developing lecture materials for two core units of study in the program. Graduate Capabilities The Graduate Capabilities Framework articulates the fundamentals that underpin all of Macquarie’s academic programs. It expresses these as follows: Cognitive capabilities (K) discipline specific knowledge and skills (T) critical, analytical and integrative thinking (P) problem solving and research capability (I) creative and innovative Interpersonal or social capabilities (C) effective communication (E) engaged and ethical local and global citizens (A) socially and environmentally active and responsible Personal capabilities (J) capable of professional and personal judgement and initiative (L) commitment to continuous learning Program Learning Outcomes By the end of this program it is anticipated you should be able to: 1. develop and critically evaluate a quality control scheme for any given type of measurement (K, T, P, C, E, J) 2. apply both at theoretical and practical level, a set of advanced analytical techniques to real life analytical problems (K, T, P, C, E, J) 3. research, develop and validate new techniques and methods of analysis (K, T, P, C, E, J) 4. plan a validation program for a given method of analysis (K, T, P, C, E, J) 5. identify critical aspects in a given method of analysis (K, T, P, C, E, J) 6. estimate the uncertainty for a given analytical result (K, T, P, C, E, J) 7. develop Reference Materials for calibration in analytical validation methods (K, T, P, C, E, J) 8. organise and evaluate Collaborative Studies (K, T, P, C, E, J) 9. critically evaluate the current state of worldwide standardisation and comparability of analytical results (K, T, P, C, E, J) 10. apply recognised methods and appropriate practical techniques and tools, and being able to adapt these techniques when necessary (K, T, P, C, E, J). 11. should have the capacity to communicate chemical knowledge by appropriately documenting the essential details of procedures undertaken, key observations, results and conclusions, and present information with articulate arguments and conclusions, in a variety of modes, to diverse audiences, and for a range of purposes (K, T, P, C, E, J) 12. should be able to express your understanding of the place and importance of chemistry in the local and global community including that chemistry is a creative endeavor involved in acquiring and applying knowledge, playing an essential role in society by underpinning industrial, technological and medical advances (K, T, P, C, E, J) Learning and Teaching Methods There is a mix of teaching methods used in the program including: • face-to-face lectures • practical laboratory sessions in chemistry-based units • collaborative laboratory work - students are to work in teams during laboratory sessions • research projects in many chemistry-based units • students in some units of study will be engaged in "lectorial" incorporating discussion, problem solving and engaging in the application of lecture materials to real-life problems • students will be engaged in self-assessment tasks in some of the units of study. Assessment Teaching begins with predetermined learning outcomes and the purpose of assessment is to realise whether these outcomes have been attained. For you, the student, assessment acts both as a guide to your learning and also as a means of determining whether you have acquired the skills and expertise necessary to function as a future personnel in laboratory quality analysis and management. Assessment in this program thus serves to ensure both theoretical and practical competency has been achieved. Across the units, there are three commonly used modes of assessment: • assignments - a mix of quantitative and descriptive tasks based on lecture materials • laboratory reports - a mix of written reports and oral presentations • final exams. In many units, students are also required to complete a research project and students are to submit a written report and also orally present the work in front of the class. This program is subject to Macquarie University regulations, including but not limited to those specified in the Assessment Policy, Academic Honesty Policy, the Final Examination Policy and relevant University Rules. For all approved University policies, procedures, guidelines and schedules, visit: http://mq.edu.au/policy/ Recognition of Prior Learning Macquarie University may recognise prior formal, informal and non-formal learning for the purpose of granting credit towards, or admission into, a program. The recognition of these forms of learning is enabled by the University’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy (see www.mq.edu.au/policy) and its associated Procedures and Guidelines. The RPL pages contain information on how to apply, links to registers, and the approval processes for recognising prior learning for entry or credit. Information can be found at: https://mq.edu.au/rpl Support for Learning Macquarie University aspires to be an inclusive and supportive community of learners where all students are given the opportunity to meet their academic and personal goals. The University offers a comprehensive range of free and accessible student support services which include academic advice, counselling and psychological services, advocacy services and welfare advice, careers and employment, disability services and academic skills workshops amongst others. There is also a bulk billing medical service located on campus. Further information can be found at www.students.mq.edu.au/support/ Campus Wellbeing contact details: Phone: +61 2 9850 7497 Email: campuswellbeing@mq.edu.au www.students.mq.edu.au/support/wellbeing Program Standards and Quality The program is subject to an ongoing comprehensive process of quality review in accordance with a pre-determined schedule that complies with the Higher Education Standards Framework. The review is overseen by Macquarie University's peak academic governance body, the Academic Senate and takes into account feedback received from students, staff and external stakeholders. Graduate Destinations and Employability More than 50% of students enrolled in the program are current employees of various organisations including biotechnology companies, environmental testing laboratories, medical and pharmaceutical testing laboratories. In the program, students gain comprehensive understanding of the theoretical principles of many commonly used analytical techniques, in addition to hands-on experience in applying these techniques to analysis of real-life samples. Students are required to statistically evaluate the results obtained as part of the validation procedure of analytical techniques. The program is also supported by a list of relevant subjects. Assessment Regulations This program is subject to Macquarie University regulations, including but not limited to those specified in the Assessment Policy, Academic Honesty Policy, the Final Examination Policy and relevant University Rules. For all approved University policies, procedures, guidelines and schedules visit www.mq.edu.au/policy. Accreditation This is an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) accredited qualification. To be accredited with The Royal Australian Chemical Institute in 12 months. Inherent requirements are the essential components of a course or program necessary for a student to successfully achieve the core learning outcomes of a course or program. Students must meet the inherent requirements to complete their Macquarie University course or program. Inherent requirements for Macquarie University programs fall under the following categories: Physical: The physical inherent requirement is to have the physical capabilities to safely and effectively perform the activities necessary to undertake the learning activities and achieve the learning outcomes of an award. Cognition: The inherent requirement for cognition is possessing the intellectual, conceptual, integrative and quantitative capabilities to undertake the learning activities and achieve the learning outcomes of an award. Communication: The inherent requirement for communication is the capacity to communicate information, thoughts and ideas through a variety of mediums and with a range of audiences. Behavioural: The behavioural inherent requirement is the capacity to sustain appropriate behaviour over the duration of units of study to engage in activities necessary to undertake the learning activities and achieve the learning outcomes of an award. For more information see https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/inherent-requirements 2019 Unit Information When offered: S1 Day Prerequisites: Permission of Executive Dean of Faculty Corequisites: None NCCWs: HSC Chinese, CHN113, CHN148 Macquarie Home Study Research Connect About Student Home Courses Student Admin Services & Facilities Information Technology Support Opportunities Campus Life Notices & Events Staff Home Human Resources Services & Facilities Information Technology Teaching Research Campus Life About MQ News & Events Website feedback © Copyright Macquarie University | Privacy Statement | Accessibility Information | Disclaimer Site Publisher: Macquarie University, Sydney | Last Updated: Wednesday, 19th August, 2020 ABN 90 952 801 237 | CRICOS Provider No 00002J
