Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: ONPS7805C
Course Title: Perform microscopic examination
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4433 - Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
Course Contact: Rauha Quazi
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4277
Course Contact Email: rauha.quazi@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil.
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 assistants and technicians 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: |
MSL973028 Perform microscopic examination |
Element: |
1. Prepare samples for examination |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure safety and minimise cross-contamination? 1.2 Prepare samples for microscopic examination in accordance with workplace procedures |
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 external 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 counts and measurements 3.3 Collect and dispose of all wastes safely |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Applied theory classes
Laboratory practical activities
Worksheets
Quizzes
Teaching Schedule
WeekDateTopic/Learning activitiesAssessment / Prac Activity| Week 1 | 12/02/2024 | Introducing the microscope |
Safety briefing and Introduction |
| Week 2 | 19/02/2024 | Preparing wet preparations/Label & document samples |
M1 Laboratory safety |
| Week 3 | 26/02/2024 | Scale | measuring Field of view & measuring objects Hair structure |
M2 Wet preparations |
| Week 4 | 4/03/2024 | Environmental samples/ Plant cells |
M3 Calculate field of view |
| Week 5 |
11/03/2024 Labour day holiday |
Ways to count cells Fixing, staining & mounting cells/Storing samples long-term |
M4 Osmosis in plant cells |
| Week 6 | 18/03/2024 |
Oil immersion objective Microscope types |
M5 Count cells Make permanent stained mounts |
| Week 7 | 25/03/2024 |
AT2 Logbook fixes Revision |
M6 Check microscope set-up |
| Week 8 | 8/04/24 | AT3 Knowledge Quiz | AT1Prac Test |
| Week 9 | 15/04/24 | Catch up class |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
This course is graded in accordance with competency-based assessment
CA Competency Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
Submission of Assessment Tasks
It is expected that any work presented for assessment in this course will be your own. Plagiarism is when you present 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 come from, and be included 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 means assisting or allowing another person 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.
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 by filling in the application form at least one working day BEFORE the due date. The application form should be emailed to your Program Coordinator, Rauha Quazi, rauha.quazi@rmit.edu.au
Eligibility criteria for application and the form is available from the link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
If you require an extension of time longer than 7 days, you must apply for Special Consideration.
Late work that is submitted without an application for an extension will not be corrected.
Special consideration
If you are unable to sit a test, exam or lab-based assessments due to unexpected circumstances (e.g., illness), you should apply for Special Consideration for the missed assessment. Information on applying for Special Consideration can be found from the link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration.
Applications for Special Consideration should not be submitted to the course or program coordinator.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment may include:
- knowledge tests
- practical skills test
- practical logbooks
- presentations
- group work
- research
- lab reports
- assignments
Assessment Tasks
| Assessment | Task | When |
| AT1 | Lab Manual | Completed Weeks 1-6 in Prac classes |
| AT2 | Prac Test | Completed Week 8 in Prac class |
| AT3 | Knowledge Assessment | Completed Week 8 in Theory class |
Assessment Matrix
See Canvas for Assessment dates and times
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