Diploma of Laboratory Technology
specialising in Biotechnology

 
 

Traineeship option available
National Code
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PML50104 
CRICOS Code: 069622M 
Centre:
Biotechnology and Animal Sciences
Location:
Elgar Campus
Study Area: Biotechnology and Science 
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Units of Competency

Duration

2 years

Intake dates

January and July

What does this course involve?

This course provides you with the essential training to work as a technical officer or laboratory technician in a range of science-based industries.

You will develop high-level technical skills and scientific knowledge in biotechnology (molecular biology), microbiology and chemistry.

You will learn how to process and interpret data, use laboratory application software, and perform a range of procedures and examinations.

You will also gain practical industry skills by undertaking a work placement in your final year.

Entrance requirements

Australian Year 12 or equivalent with a pass.
Relevant senior employment experience in industry will be considered.

English Language Proficiency

A minimum IELTS overall score of 5.5 (Academic).
A minimum TOEFL score of 530 for paper examination; 179 for computer based and 71 for Internet based.

Special admission requirements

Studies in mathematics and science (particularly biology) are desirable.

Cost

$AUD11,800 per year, plus amenities and materials fees.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may provide you with employment as a laboratory technician or technical officer in a science-based industry.

What further study options will I have?

After successful completion you may be eligible to articulate into the degree courses in Biotechnology. It is recommended that students have credit or above in at least 8 of the graded units of the Diploma to enrol in the second year of the Associate Degree in Biotechnology. This is equivalent to credit of 1 year’s duration.

Accreditation

Nationally Recognised

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus
All fees shown are in Australian dollars and do not include living or accommodation expenses. All fees quoted are indicative and are correct at the time of publishing. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.
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Units of Competency

First Year Units
PMLTEST412A
Prepare tissue and cell cultures
50 hr
PMLCOM300B
Communicate with other people
40 hr
This unit of competency covers the ability to receive and pass on written and oral messages, provide relevant information in response to requests within timelines and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills. This unit of competency has no prerequisites. This unit of competency is applicable to personnel in all industry sectors covered by this Training Package. Industry representatives have provided case studies to illustrate the practical application of this unit of competency and to show its relevance in a workplace setting. These are found at the end of this unit of competency under the section. This competency in practice'.
PMLDATA400A
Process and interpret data
70 hr
This unit of competency covers the ability to retrieve data, evaluate formulae and perform scientific calculations, present and interpret information in tables and graphs and keep accurate records. The unit requires personnel to solve problems of limited complexity where the information may be less obvious, but not contradictory, and can be determined by direct reasoning. This unit of competency is based on, and equivalent to, the unit PMLDATA300A Process and record data in PML99. This unit of competency has no prerequisites. This unit of competency is applicable to laboratory assistants, field/laboratory technicians and instrument operators in all industry sectors covered by this Training Package. Industry representatives have provided case studies to illustrate the practical application of this unit of competency and to show its relevance in a workplace setting. These are found at the end of this unit of competency under the section This competency in practice'.
PMLDATA500B
Analyse data and report results
80 hr
This unit of competency covers the ability to perform scientific calculations, analyse trends and uncertainty in data and report results within the required timeframe. This unit of competency has the following prerequisite: PMLDATA400A Process and interpret data This unit of competency is applicable to technical officers and laboratory technicians working in all industries. Industry representatives have provided case studies to illustrate the practical application of this unit of competency and to show its relevance in a workplace setting. These can be found at the end of this unit of competency under the section This competency in practice' at end of Introduction.
PMLDATA501B
Use laboratory application software
50 hr
PMLOHS400A
Maintain laboratory/field workplace safety
50 hr
PMLQUAL401B
Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
80 hr
PMLTEST308A
Perform microscopic examination
40 hr
PMLTEST310A
Perform histological procedures
40 hr
PMLTEST402B
Prepare, standardise and use solutions
80 hr
PMLTEST404A
Perform chemical tests and procedures
80 hr
PMLTEST407A
Perform biological procedures
130 hr
PMLTEST503B
Perform histological tests
150 hr
PMLTEST305B
Perform aseptic techniques
40 hr
Second Year Units
PMLCOM500B
Provide information to customers
30 hr
PMLORG301A
Plan and conduct laboratory/field work
40 hr
PMLTEST501B
Perform microbiological tests
140 hr
PMLTEST512A
Apply electrophoretic techniques
100 hr
PMLTEST517A
Perform tissue and cell culture techniques
100 hr
PMLTEST518A
Perform molecular biology tests and procedures
150 hr
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