MSL50122 Diploma of Laboratory Technology
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.

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
Units and fees
Core
National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
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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 |
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|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $15.00 |
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $55.00 |
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$64.80 | $19.20 | $80.00 |
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $25.00 |
|
$202.50 | $60.00 | $46.00 |
|
$97.20 | $28.80 | $41.00 |
|
$97.20 | $28.80 | $41.00 |
|
$194.40 | $57.60 | $55.00 |
|
$194.40 | $57.60 | $110.00 |
|
$194.40 | $57.60 | $110.00 |
|
$194.40 | $57.60 | $75.00 |
|
$194.40 | $57.60 | $100.00 |
|
$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.
Semester 2, 2025
Details
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 |
---|---|---|---|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $15.00 |
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $55.00 |
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $80.00 |
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $25.00 |
|
$202.50 | $60.00 | $46.00 |
|
$97.20 | $28.80 | $41.00 |
|
$97.20 | $28.80 | $41.00 |
|
$194.40 | $57.60 | $55.00 |
|
$194.40 | $57.60 | $110.00 |
|
$194.40 | $57.60 | $110.00 |
|
$194.40 | $57.60 | $75.00 |
|
$194.40 | $57.60 | $100.00 |
|
$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.
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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.