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MSL50122 Diploma of Laboratory Technology

MSL50122 Diploma of Laboratory Technology

National ID MSL50122 State ID BIX5

Gain complex skills in laboratory technologies

Prepares you for work in a diverse range of industries; you'll learn to use laboratory application software, plan and conduct laboratory/field work and communicate and provide information to customers.

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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

Gain complex skills in laboratory technologies

This course will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge you need to use laboratory application software, plan and conduct laboratory/field work and communicate and provide information to customers. You will also be able to specialise in a diverse range of industries including chemical, medical and pathological, mining, biological, and environmental fields.

  • Analyse, process and interpret data
  • Report results
  • Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes

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

Duration 2 Semesters
When Semester 1, 2025
Where East Perth
How On campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MSL924005 Process and interpret data $97.20 $28.80 $25.00
MSL924006 Use laboratory application software $97.20 $28.80 $20.00
MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment $194.40 $57.60 $46.00
MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes $97.20 $28.80 $46.00
MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data $72.90 $21.60 $15.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
$32.40 $9.60 $15.00
Prepare mineral samples for analysis
$64.80 $19.20 $55.00
Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination
$64.80 $19.20 $80.00
Perform microscopic examination
$64.80 $19.20 $25.00
Perform physical and mechanical tests
$202.50 $60.00 $46.00
Prepare, standardise and use solutions
$97.20 $28.80 $41.00
Perform chemical tests and procedures
$97.20 $28.80 $41.00
Perform biological procedures
$194.40 $57.60 $55.00
Perform microbiological tests
$194.40 $57.60 $110.00
Perform haematological tests
$194.40 $57.60 $110.00
Apply routine chromatographic techniques
$194.40 $57.60 $75.00
Perform complex tests to measure chemical properties of materials
$194.40 $57.60 $100.00
Apply routine spectrometric techniques
$194.40 $57.60 $70.00

*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.

T 1300 300 822

Semester 2, 2025

Details

Duration 2 Semesters
When Semester 2, 2025
Where East Perth
How On campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MSL924005 Process and interpret data $97.20 $28.80 $25.00
MSL924006 Use laboratory application software $97.20 $28.80 $20.00
MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment $194.40 $57.60 $46.00
MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes $97.20 $28.80 $46.00
MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data $72.90 $21.60 $15.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
$32.40 $9.60 $15.00
Prepare mineral samples for analysis
$64.80 $19.20 $55.00
Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination
$64.80 $19.20 $80.00
Perform microscopic examination
$64.80 $19.20 $25.00
Perform physical and mechanical tests
$202.50 $60.00 $46.00
Prepare, standardise and use solutions
$97.20 $28.80 $41.00
Perform chemical tests and procedures
$97.20 $28.80 $41.00
Perform biological procedures
$194.40 $57.60 $55.00
Perform microbiological tests
$194.40 $57.60 $110.00
Perform haematological tests
$194.40 $57.60 $110.00
Apply routine chromatographic techniques
$194.40 $57.60 $75.00
Perform complex tests to measure chemical properties of materials
$194.40 $57.60 $100.00
Apply routine spectrometric techniques
$194.40 $57.60 $70.00

*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.

T 1300 300 822

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