Course Title: Perform microscopic examination
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C5183 Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology)
Course Title: Perform microscopic examination
Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
ONPS5198C |
City Campus |
TAFE |
155T Vocational Health and Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Term1 2010 |
Course Contact: Gwen Macdonald
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4283
Course Contact Email: gwen.macdonald@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to prepare routine samples and examine them using a light microscope, standard methods and readily available advice. Personnel are required to set up microscopes for optimum resolution and observe, identify and report sample characteristics. The unit covers limited interpretation and analysis of results. Troubleshooting of equipment and procedures is not required
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Nil
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
PMLTEST308A Perform microscopic examination |
Elements: |
Interpret test requirements Maintain a safe work environment Observe, identify and report sample characteristics Prepare samples for examination Set up and use a light microscope Set up work area for preparation and examination of samples |
Learning Outcomes
Overview of Assessment
Assessments for this course typically consist of:
• Class activities
• Assignments
• Presentations
• Exam