Course Title: Perform microscopic examination
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2019
Course Code: BIOL5243C
Course Title: Perform microscopic examination
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4397 - Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
Course Contact: Amber Mitton
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8053
Course Contact Email: amber.mitton@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Andrea McAdam
Christine Andrews
christine.andrews @rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to set up a light microscope for optimum resolution, to prepare routine samples and to observe, identify and report sample characteristics.
This unit of competency applies to laboratory or technical assistants in all industry sectors. The unit of competency covers limited interpretation and analysis of results. Troubleshooting of equipment and procedures is not required.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSL973019 Perform microscopic examination |
Element: |
1. Prepare samples for examination |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Log and label samples according to workplace procedures to ensure traceability |
Element: |
2. Set up and use a light microscope |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Carry and use a microscope correctly preventing damage to the equipment and ensuring operator safety 2.2 Perform pre-use and safety checks to ensure equipment is fit for purpose 2.3 Check lenses to ensure they are clean 2.4 Set up the microscope for optimum resolution and even illumination 2.5 Select the appropriate objectives and filter for the sample being examined 2.6 Place sample correctly on the stage |
Element: |
3. Observe and identify sample characteristics |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Recognise and identify significant sample characteristics 3.2 Perform required calculations accurately |
Element: |
4. Maintain a safe work environment |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Ensure safety and minimise cross-contamination through the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) 4.2 Handle all samples and equipment in accordance with workplace safety protocols 4.3 Minimise generation of waste and environmental impacts 4.4 Collect and dispose of all wastes safely |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
The learning activities include theory & laboratory classes To become competent in microscopy skills you need to attend a minimum of 80% of the laboratory classes.
Teaching Schedule
Semester Week |
Date starting Monday |
Theory topic |
Laboratory work |
Assessment |
1 |
11 Feb |
Orientation on Monday |
Print lab manual, obtain lab kit |
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2 |
18 Feb |
M1-1 Introducing the microscope M1-2 Handling laboratory material |
Laboratory safety Introduction to the microscope |
Log book + Quiz + Worksheet 1 |
3 |
25 Feb |
M2-1 Scale / measuring |
Wet preparations Draw cells |
Log book + Quiz + Worksheet 2 |
4 |
4 Mar |
M3-1 Blood components |
Observe a human blood film Measure blood cells |
Log book + Quiz + Worksheet 3 |
5 |
11 Mar |
M4-1 Ways to count cells |
Count cells |
Log book + Quiz + Worksheet 4 |
18 Mar |
M5-1 Microscopes in the workplace |
Track moving cells |
Log book + Quiz + Worksheet 5 |
|
25 Mar |
M6-1 Oil immersion objective |
Observing cells magnified 1000X |
Log book + Quiz + Worksheet 6 |
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1 April |
PRAC ASSESSMENT |
THEORY TEST |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment will include demonstration of microscopy skills, quizzes and reports
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1 Practical Assessment
Assessment Task 2 Log book submission
Assessment Task 3 Knowledge Test
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
This course is graded in accordance with competency-based assessment
CA Competency Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
To pass the course you need achieve a satisfactory result for all assessments. Students may be given additional opportunities to demonstrate competence.
Late work that is submitted without an application for an extension (see below) will not be corrected.
APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ASSESSABLE WORK - A student may apply for an extension of up to 7 days from the original due date. They must lodge the application form (http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension) at least 24 hours before the due date. The application should be emailed to the program Coordinator (amber.mitton @rmit.edu.au). Students requiring longer extensions must apply for SPECIAL CONSIDERATION.
• For missed assessments such as tests- you (& your doctor if you are sick) must fill out a special consideration form. This form must be lodged online with supporting evidence prior to, or within, 5 days of the scheduled time of the assessment http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
• Plagiarism is the presentation of the work, idea or creation of another person as though it is your own. It is a form of cheating and is a very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. Plagiarised material can be drawn from, and presented in, written, graphic and visual form, including electronic data and oral presentation. Plagiarism occurs when the origin of the material used is not appropriately cited. It also occurs through enabling plagiarism, which is the act of assisting or allowing another person to plagiarise or to copy your own work. Please make sure you consider this carefully in completing all your work and assessments in this course and if you are unsure about whether you might have plagiarised, seek help from your teacher.
NOTE: This course is equivalent to BIOL5228C (MSL973007 Perform microscopic examination)
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