Course Title: Prepare working solutions
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: BIOL5254C
Course Title: Prepare working solutions
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4411 - Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation
Course Contact: Tracey Salter
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4277
Course Contact Email: tracey.salter@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Dr Vinita Chaudhary
vinita.chaudhary@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
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.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to prepare working solutions and to check that existing stocks of solutions are suitable for use. Working solutions include those required to perform laboratory tests. Personnel are required to calculate quantities and make dilutions.
This unit of competency applies to laboratory assistants working in all industry sectors.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSL973014 Prepare working solutions |
Element: |
1 Make up working solutions |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify the relevant standard methods for solution preparation 1.2 Assemble specified laboratory equipment 1.3 Select and prepare materials and solvent of specified purity 1.4 Measure appropriate quantities of reagents for solution preparation and record data 1.5 Prepare labels and log solution details in laboratory register 1.6 Transfer solutions to appropriately labelled containers |
Element: |
2 Check existing stock of solutions |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Monitor shelf life of working solutions and identify those that are unfit for use according to laboratory procedures 2.2 Replace out-of-date or reject solutions according to laboratory procedures |
Element: |
3 Maintain a safe work environment |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Use appropriate safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel 3.2 Store reagents and clean/store glassware and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures 3.3 Minimise generation of waste and environmental impacts 3.4 Clean up spills using appropriate techniques 3.5 Ensure the safe collection of laboratory and hazardous waste for subsequent disposal |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Students are expected to participate actively in all learning activities that include:
- discussion and application of chemisrty concepts relevant to each topic by attempting class exercises
- discussion and application of the solution preparation procedures for each concentration unit
-maintaining safe working environment
- working independently or in groups in solving problems and while conducting experiemnts
Teaching Schedule
Sem II 2022 Teaching Schedule Prepare working solutions MSL973014
Week |
Week starting |
Theory Topic |
Practical session |
Comments |
|
1 |
4th July |
Overview of course content and assessment requirements.
|
Maintain a safe work environment (safety induction and introduction to lab facilities) |
Non graded safety quiz |
|
2 |
11th July |
Defining solution. Different types of solutions Making a standard solution, factors affecting solubility units of concentration, SI units SDS and SOP’s |
Identify relevant standard methods for solution preparation. Calculate, prepare, label and store solutions |
Subgroup 1 |
|
3 |
18th July |
Atoms, molecules, elements and compounds, ions, moles, molar mass, periodic table |
Identify relevant standard methods for solution preparation. Calculate, prepare, label and store solutions |
Subgroup 2 |
|
4 |
25th July |
Concepts of metrology: Measurements are estimates, precision and accuracy, significant figures, basic theory of acids, bases, buffers and indicators
|
AT 1 Make 3 solutions
|
Subgroup 1 |
|
5 |
1st Aug |
Check/Monitoring solution quality and shelf life Prepare labels and log solutions details in accordance with workplace procedures
|
AT 1 Make 3 solutions
|
Subgroup 2 |
|
6 |
8th Aug |
Maintain a safe work environment Ensure safe collection of laboratory waste and hazardous waste for subsequent disposal Store reagents and glassware |
Prepare and check quality of solutions. Clean up spills and comment on waste disposal |
Subgroup 1 |
|
7 |
15th Aug |
Sources of error, uncertainty and repeatability, Promote sustainability Concepts of traceability |
Prepare and check quality of solutions. Clean up spills and comment on waste disposal |
Subgroup 2 |
|
8 |
22nd Aug |
Environmental sustainability issues, legal, ethical and work, health and safety requirements |
AT 2 Prepare and check working solutions |
Subgroup 1 |
|
Mid Term Break 29th Aug -4th Sep | ||||
|
9
|
5th Sep |
Revision |
AT 2 Prepare and check working solutions
|
Subgroup 2 |
|
10 |
12th Sep |
Exam week |
Any catchups |
AT 3 Theory assessment Both groups |
SUMMARY OF ASSESSMENTS
Assessment Task 1: Make three solutions (Week starting 25th July 2022)
Assessment Task 2: Prepare and check working solutions (Week starting 28th August 2022)
Assessment Task 3: Theory Assessment (Week starting 12th September 2022)
While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Learning Resources:
Prescribed Texts
None (Learning material provided on Canvas)
References
Here are some useful resources to assist with your learning: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/study-support/consultations
You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing updated information
Overview of Assessment
Assessment may include written knowledge tasks, report writing and laboratory activities
Assessment Tasks
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher within given time-frame (usually within two weeks of assessment submission) of each assessment task. You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates
To successfully complete this course you need to be satisfactory in all of the following assessments(dates in syllabus)
- Non graded safety declaration
- Assessment Task 1: Make three solutions
- Assessment Task 2: Prepare and check working solutions
- Assessment Task 3: Theory Assessment
You will be given two attempts for each assessment to demonstrate the required skills.
A third attempt can only be offered after discussions between teacher and the Program Coordinator and is not automatic
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required
Other Information
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises.
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning
activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment
dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Extensions of time for submission of assessable work:
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment on time by circumstances outside your control you may apply for an extension of up to seven (7) calendar days in writing (email) to your Program Coordinator one working day BEFORE the due date. Eligibility criteria for application and the form is available from the link:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/assessment-results/special-consideration-extensions
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration.
Special consideration:
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g.test, examination, oral, etc.), you may submit an application for special consideration within 5 working days of the due date. If special consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit Special Consideration Website
or speak to your Program Coordinator.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
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