Course Title: Perform chemical tests and procedures
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C5183 Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology)
Course Title: Perform chemical tests and procedures
Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 100
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) |
ONPS5201C |
City Campus |
TAFE |
155T Vocational Health and Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Term1 2010 |
Course Contact: Kirsten Balding
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4283
Course Contact Email: Kirsten.balding@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to interpret chemical test requirements, prepare samples, conduct pre-use and calibration checks on equipment and perform routine chemical tests/procedures. These tests will involve several measurement steps. The unit includes data processing and interpretation of results and tracking of obvious test malfunctions where the procedure is standardised. However, personnel are not required to analyse data, optimise tests/procedures for specific samples or troubleshoot equipment problems where the solution is not apparent.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Students must demonstrate the underpinning knowledge and practical skills of Prepare, standardise & use solutions (ONPS 5200C) by gaining a satisfactory pass in first semester. If these requirements are not met additional classes may be provided to students.
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
PMLTEST404A Perform chemical tests and procedures |
Elements: |
1. Interpret and schedule test requirements 2. Receive and prepare samples 3. Check equipment before use 4. Test samples to determine chemical species or properties 5. Process and interpret data 6. Maintain a safe work environment 7. Maintain laboratory records |
Learning Outcomes
Overview of Assessment
Assessments for this course typically consist of:
• Class activities
• Assignments
• Presentations
• Exam