Modification History
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSL60118 Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Operations. Title change to reflect focus of the qualification. Total number of units reduced from 13 to 10. MSMENV472 removed from qualification. Electives list significantly reduced in number.
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of workers who supervise and/or manage laboratory operations within a work area or project team. Job roles include laboratory supervisors, laboratory managers, senior technicians and similar personnel.
These individuals are generally responsible for the planning, coordination, quality assurance, recording and reporting of laboratory outputs within their section. This requires significant judgement about work sequences, and choice of appropriate technology and procedures to ensure that products and services meet customer expectations and are provided safely and efficiently in keeping with the enterprise business plan. Under broad direction from scientists/medical staff/engineers, they accept responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the work/functional area.
They are often responsible for the effective implementation of operational policies and the technical training of personnel in their work area. They also contribute significantly to the development of these policies through the application of specialised technical knowledge.
Work involves multiple and competing demands and frequent interruptions. Immediate decisions are often required. They must be adaptable to deal with the demands brought about by situations involving changes in technology, regularly changing priorities and the demands of clients, suppliers or contractors.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who:
- hold a Diploma of Laboratory Technology
OR
- hold a Diploma or higher-level qualification in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) discipline
OR
- can provide evidence of technical laboratory and managerial or supervisory skills, knowledge and employment experience.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 10
- 6 core units
- 4 elective units, consisting of:
- at least 2 from the electives listed below
- 2 additional units from the electives listed below or any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
CORE UNITS
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Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
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MSL916011 |
Develop and maintain laboratory documentation |
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MSL916012 |
Manage and develop teams |
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MSL916013 |
Supervise laboratory operations in work or functional area |
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MSL916014 |
Maintain compliance in work or functional area |
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MSL936005 |
Maintain quality system and continuous improvement processes within work or functional area |
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MSL946003 |
Implement and monitor WHS and environmental management systems |
ELECTIVE UNITS
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Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
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MSL915004 |
Schedule laboratory work for a small team |
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MSL916015 |
Manage complex projects |
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MSL924005 |
Process and interpret data |
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MSL925005 |
Analyse measurements and estimate uncertainties |
MSL924005 Process and interpret data MSL925006 Analyse data and report results |
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MSL925006 |
Analyse data and report results |
MSL924005 Process and interpret data |
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MSL936006 |
Conduct an internal audit of the quality system |
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MSL954007 |
Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan |
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MSL973021 |
Conduct field-based acceptance tests for construction materials |
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MSL974022 |
Undertake environmental field-based monitoring |
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MSL975042 |
Design and supervise complex environmental field surveys |
MSL974022 Undertake environmental field-based monitoring |
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MSL975059 |
Supervise sampling, inspections and testing at construction sites |
MSL954007 Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan MSL973021 Conduct field-based acceptance tests for construction materials |
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MSL976006 |
Evaluate and select appropriate test methods and/or procedures |
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MSL977009 |
Validate test methods |
MSL976006 Evaluate and select appropriate test methods and/or procedures |
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MSL977010 |
Contribute to the development of products or applications |
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MSL977011 |
Troubleshoot equipment and/or production processes |
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MSL977012 |
Develop or adapt analyses and procedures |
MSL976006 Evaluate and select appropriate test methods and/or procedures |
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MSMENV672 |
Develop workplace policy and procedures for environmental sustainability |
Qualification Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to MSL60118 Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Operations.
Links
MSL Laboratory Operations Companion Volume Implementation Guide is available from VETNet – - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5c63a03b-4a6b-4ae5-9560-1e3c5f462baa
