C5362 - Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing)
Plan: C5362 - Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing)
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing)
Qualification national code: MSL50116
Nominal hours: 1630
Career: TAFE
Duration: 2 years full-time
Location: City Campus
Owning school: Vocational Engineering, Health and Sciences (174T)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-education/academic-schools/vocational-engineering-health-and-sciences/
CRICOS code: 090912C
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
This program has a technical skills focus, preparing you for the workplace. The Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing) provides a broad and flexible package of competencies which meet the needs of technical officers, technical specialists and similar personnel.
It will also provide you with an alternative and practical pathway into a range of undergraduate degree programs with advanced standing.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Students who complete the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing) C5362 will have a guaranteed pathway into the following degree program plans:
- BP231P10 Bachelor of Biomedical Science
- BP147P12A Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Laboratory Medicine)
- BP311 Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- BP229BISC Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences)
- BP229P7 Bachelor of Science (Applied Sciences)
- BP226P7 Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
For more information on these pathways, the credits that will be granted and any conditions that apply, refer to the destination program guides.
You may be eligible for credit into other RMIT University programs for successfully completing this program. Please check with admissions officer of your program of choice.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Current Year 12—there are no prerequisite studies.
Non-Year 12 applicants are encouraged to apply and may be required to have relevant employment or evidence of experience and/or ability to meet the demands of the program.
Equity admissions schemes
RMIT understands that people’s backgrounds and circumstances can affect their access to education and training. RMIT’s equity admissions schemes allow applicants to explain the circumstances that have adversely affected their education, and demonstrate their capacity for future academic success.
Further information is available at equity admissions schemes
International students- Study at Year 12 or foundation studies level (Science stream) or evidence of completion of post-secondary study. Relevant work experience will also be considered
English Requirement: IELTS 5.5 (No band less than 5.0) or equivalent
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
Whilst there are no external accreditations for this Program it has strong links with industry- private pathology laboratories and hospital pathology laboratories- through the student workplacement scheme, regular student/staff visits to laboratories and the Program Advisory Committee.
Laboratories also often seek RMIT staff assistance when technician positions become available.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Resources available from the Library
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials, such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT http://www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT wireless network in the Library. Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online 'Ask a Librarian' service.
The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals, newspapers and databases.
There are also specific subject guides available on the library website that will point you to a variety of resources available in the Library and those available online. Guides that you may find useful include Biomedical Science, Biotechnology & Biological Sciences, Human Anatomy & Physiology and Laboratory Medicine.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Online learning tools and content
As a student in this program you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal, myRMIT http://www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit
Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT
RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
transition to tertiary study and learning
study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
career development and employment
living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
You can find more information at http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=b3mism7rz4jd
Computer laboratories with printing facilities are available in the School for students to use at any time that classes are not scheduled. Access to these is available through the School Office in Building 51, Level 6 during normal office hours.
There are a number of specialised simulated workplace laboratories that you will be trained to work in. These include:
Chemistry Laboratory which has, in addition to routine equipment, a Touch Screen Analyser to perform "Point of Care" blood testing, the latest development in clinical diagnostic testing and an Autoanalyser that can perform a wide range of biochemical tests.
PC2 Containment Laboratory that is used for all of your microbiology, tissue culture and molecular biology laboratory work. It is equipped with three Biosafety cabinets, equipment for the isolation, purification and manipulation of DNA in addition to routine microbiology equipment. There is also a new digital fluorescence imaging system for examination of a wide range of cells and tissues. This lab also has industry standard equipment used in Histology, Haematology & Blood banking laboratories.
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