MSL40122 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
Further develop your practical laboratory skills
Learn to carry out experiments, take measurements with scientific equipment and record and present results. On completion you could find work as a technical assistant, technician or instrument operator.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs(opens in a new tab) for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Overview
Campus East Perth
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025
How On campus
Further develop your practical laboratory skills
This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to work as a technical assistant, technician or instrument operator. You will learn about quality control, performance of instrumental and non-instrumental tests, standardisation and the use of solutions.
Your Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques is available via traineeship so you can earn while you learn and gain on the job skills that will stay with you for your entire career. Studying at North Metro TAFE will also expose you to our well equipped facilities and highly trained lecturers who'll give you the best shot at a career in science and laboratory operations.
- Carry out experiments
- Take measurements with scientific equipment
- Record results and present them for critical analysis
- OHS and safe laboratory practice in the field and in a laboratory
I have the following attributes:
- A strong interest in science and chemistry
- Able to adhere to workplace safety standards
- Good communication skills and able to work as part of a team
- Normal colour vision
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $1,200.00 + Resource fee $630.00 )
(Tuition fee* $400.00 + Resource fee $630.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have been applied to the Tuition Fee total displayed under Course Fees. Tuition Fee capping is not reflected in the fees displayed when looking at the cost per unit. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| MSL924005 | Process and interpret data |
| MSL934008 | Maintain instruments and equipment |
| MSL934009 | Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes |
| MSL944002 | Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| MSL913004 | Plan and conduct laboratory/field work |
| MSL953005 | Receive and prepare samples for testing |
| MSL954005 | Prepare mineral samples for analysis |
| MSL973025 | Perform basic tests |
| MSL973026 | Prepare working solutions |
| MSL973027 | Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination |
| MSL973028 | Perform microscopic examination |
| MSL973029 | Perform histological procedures |
| MSL974016 | Perform physical and mechanical tests |
| MSL974031 | Prepare, standardise and use solutions |
| MSL974032 | Perform chemical tests and procedures |
| MSL974034 | Perform biological procedures |
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $1,200.00 + Resource fee $630.00 )
(Tuition fee* $400.00 + Resource fee $630.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have been applied to the Tuition Fee total displayed under Course Fees. Tuition Fee capping is not reflected in the fees displayed when looking at the cost per unit. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| MSL924005 | Process and interpret data |
| MSL934008 | Maintain instruments and equipment |
| MSL934009 | Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes |
| MSL944002 | Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| MSL913004 | Plan and conduct laboratory/field work |
| MSL953005 | Receive and prepare samples for testing |
| MSL954005 | Prepare mineral samples for analysis |
| MSL973025 | Perform basic tests |
| MSL973026 | Prepare working solutions |
| MSL973027 | Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination |
| MSL973028 | Perform microscopic examination |
| MSL973029 | Perform histological procedures |
| MSL974016 | Perform physical and mechanical tests |
| MSL974031 | Prepare, standardise and use solutions |
| MSL974032 | Perform chemical tests and procedures |
| MSL974034 | Perform biological procedures |
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This form is only for course enquiries. If you would like to apply, please refer to the SELECT YOUR PREFERRED CAMPUS AND APPLY section above.